Big_Holla
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It's gun season up here so my guess is he was trying to get the best visual advantage he could.
Safety harnesses and other safety
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It's gun season up here so my guess is he was trying to get the best visual advantage he could.
cspot
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Obviously if there is an emergency I wouldn't care about the noise. It is nice to text though every once in a while just to check in on them. Also if you are hunting a morning, I may not be seeing crap, but he may have deer all around. If I get down and go to him, I may mess it up. It would be nice to be able to text. I will have to check in on the silent alert radios. Maybe we can come up with a system of alerting to know if it is an emergency or not?
cspot
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I leave my ladder stands out all year long. Later this winter I will go around and loosen the straps so that when the trees grow in the summer it won't bust them. Later in the summer I will retighten them down. I replace my straps every 4-5 years and inspect the stand well every year. I also have a minimum of 2 straps per stand. Most of mine are doubles so they have 2 straps anyway.
He has a big wanker? Now how would you know that? Wait! Don't answer that please.My dental hygienist is young, attractive and he is well endowed. So actually I do look forward too going.... Just sayin....
Was wondering who’d be the first asshole too do that
And here comes Phil
Well played buddy
You guys made it 6 pages before derailing! That’s major progress, cookies for everyone!!!
I will attempt to get us back on track. Sorry for the derail. Couldn't resist.
I saw mention of screw in steps. I've heard of them getting swallowed by trees. Tree just grows around it. I think this leads people to a false sense of security. Yes. The tree has grown around the threads. No. This doesn't mean it cannot snap off flush with the tree when you step on it. Fears of bending or not being screwed far enough into the tree and dislodging are often concerns for people. This doesn't mean they cannot snap off flush even if properly anchored. When they do you are going straight down. What is your fear now? Hitting the ground? Maybe. My bigger fear would be having the next one below it impale me and gut me as my weight slides down the tree. These steps can rip you apart. Yet another reason it is so important to use the life lines. At least your fall isn't as far. You still could be impaled but you will hopefully not be gutted as far. Just some thoughts on screw in steps.
I saw mention of screw in steps. I've heard of them getting swallowed by trees. Tree just grows around it. I think this leads people to a false sense of security. Yes. The tree has grown around the threads. No. This doesn't mean it cannot snap off flush with the tree when you step on it. Fears of bending or not being screwed far enough into the tree and dislodging are often concerns for people. This doesn't mean they cannot snap off flush even if properly anchored. When they do you are going straight down. What is your fear now? Hitting the ground? Maybe. My bigger fear would be having the next one below it impale me and gut me as my weight slides down the tree. These steps can rip you apart. Yet another reason it is so important to use the life lines. At least your fall isn't as far. You still could be impaled but you will hopefully not be gutted as far. Just some thoughts on screw in steps.
triple_duece
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And that’s the reason of 3 points of contact at all time. One may fail but 3? Highly unlikely.
Slowing down and paying attention to what you’re doing will go a long ways. Keep that in mind while traveling this holiday weekend. I did my traveling last night and had to reroute due to traffic accidents. I’ve also had to reroute multiple times last week for them. Stay safe friends!
I’ve also learned that iPhone GPS will reroute you in this case. So even if you know where you’re going, gps might save you from turning into Joe behind a tractor at 5:30 PM.
I’ve also learned that iPhone GPS will reroute you in this case. So even if you know where you’re going, gps might save you from turning into Joe behind a tractor at 5:30 PM.
Spencie
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Maybe someone else has already added this but Garmin makes a unit called an Inreach GPS that tracks you and you can text from it. It also has a SOS feature for emergencies. We used these in Colorado this year and I take mine with me while bowhunting now. REMEMBER to turn it ON!
I've been one of the statistics that have fallen. I always strapped in once I was in the stand. But while climbing if the top strap breaks there is not a thing you are going to do other than hit the ground. I got lucky. We have lifelines on all stands now.
Spencie
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One of the lifeline manufacturer states to not leave your lifeline out for more than 30 days at a time. That's crazy but it relieves them from all liability.
Spencie
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cspot
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Spencie
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I’ve always had my messages go. Sometimes it takes a few minutes. I’ve even had them go while in my truck or the house.
triple_duece
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Ok here is another one. I put my Atv in back of truck to use. Also have a nice set of ramps. It comes w straps to attach to the ball or bumper to keep it from slipping off. I hook the straps up maybe 50% of the time. Cutting corners and steps, this increases my risk of something bad happening.
Funny thing is when my kids set it up, it’s always strapped to the truck. I’ve taught them the right way, but I have adapted to cutting corners. I need to heed my own instructions. Thought I’d share.
Funny thing is when my kids set it up, it’s always strapped to the truck. I’ve taught them the right way, but I have adapted to cutting corners. I need to heed my own instructions. Thought I’d share.
At least you haven't put your quad through the rear window.
triple_duece
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Only because I have an 8’ bed and keep a 150 qt ice chest up front. I have many friends that’s bought rear wind windows.
That’s a good one! I’ve had the ramp slip off before, always used that strap after that. Luckily I was unloading and just unloaded a little faster then my liking.