Climbing Sticks which ones ???

[Tradesmen4]

rapid rails with a loop of rope at the bottom and you can gain a foot of elevation

[flintznstyx]

I just purchased a set of Muddy's. Only 10 lbs. and set up fast and solid.

[wv lungbuster]

Thanks for all the recommendation guys. I'm really liking the muddy sticks. The rope and cam looks very simple to use. The 4 20" sticks also have steps on both sides.

[stagetek]

Lone Wolf, all the way. If you've got a long stride, three sticks will get you up there.

[wv lungbuster]

Why's everyone liking the lone wolf so much. The ropes on the muddy have to be way quieter than metal buckles clanging around. And 2 steps vs the LW, I hate to hang stands on one leg. So who's used both to compare??

[Bldtrailer]

I suggested that you climb with the lone wolfs and buy one Muddy for the last step so you have your two feet to hang stands with.  

[Trad-Man]

Originally posted by Rick Richard:
Check out Muddy climbing sticks

Muddy sticks are made in China and had a safety recall a couple of years ago.  Cam lock bolts were shearing off.  Naturally this only happens under load.

I'm a Lone wolf guy...made in USA and NEVER had any problems.  And they do set up remarkably well in irregular trees.

[wv lungbuster]

Heck I thought muddy was made in the US and Lone Wolfs made in China.

[sloaf]

I looked at leverage sticks but the lone wolf are better.

[KSdan]

Muddy you still have to tie them off- so what is the purpose of the cam?  No need for it.  In fact- if a guy wants he can tie off LW sticks without the buckle and strap.  I really like the LW buckle and strap and have it all silenced with felt.  Never makes any noise.

[Canadabowyer]

Chippewa sticks for me. Tough and easy to set up. Feel very secure.  Bob

[wv lungbuster]

Ok after thinking about it, those muddy sticks seem a little sketchy. I may go with the longer lone wolfs sticks.