I’m curious if anyone has ever tried these steps? How do they work? Are they solid and safe ? Are the easy to install?
I believe they are a knock off of the original wild edge steps. I hear they aren't as strong as the originals. You can still buy the wild edge steps directly from them. Also there is a learning curve to using them, will take a little practice to learn how set them up. You have to set the rope just right so when you cam over the step it will lock in and not kick out if too loose. I think they are around a 1 lbs each, so not much in weight saving over using climbing sticks. Sent from my SM-G900V using Bowhunting.com Forums mobile app
I am also considering them. The only thing holding me back from getting them over sticks like muddy sticks is how long it may take to hang them. Price wise they are probably 1/2 to 1/3 of sticks. So you can't beat that. Sent from my SM-G900V using Tapatalk
I thought with sinch straps and the design they might me compact and easier to hang ... but I’m really new to this sport so I dk
I think because the way you cam them it can be tough to get them sitting correctly. My theory behind them taking longer is that you have to do twice as many straps. Sent from my SM-G900V using Tapatalk
I just got the wild edge stepps about a week ago and they're pretty easy to get the hang of. I like that they're more compact than sticks. The rope and cam over design of the tree stepps also eliminates buckles to fool with and really makes for a sturdy step Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G930A using Bowhunting.com Forums mobile app
There are also guys using aiders, on them and only using half the steps. So you can set them about 5 feet apart and use a aider to span the distance between them. 5 steps would get you 25 feet plus. Sent from my SM-G900V using Bowhunting.com Forums mobile app
I'm using an aider so I'm setting 7 steps and then 3 for a ring of steps. I haven't clocked myself climbing but its obviously slower than sticks. I'll have to time myself next time I practice setting up because im curious now. The trick is to find consistency. Pulling the rope as tight as you can doesn't allow you to cam the step over so I found holding the rung with my hand between the tree and step gives me the right amount of play. I tie the knot tight and pull the step up the tree some before camming over and its solid every time. Again these steps are new to me but I think the little bit of extra time is worth the packability and versatility the steps afford Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G930A using Bowhunting.com Forums mobile app
I'm starting out with a sit drag. Brand new to the saddle world and I didn't have the money to put into a saddle but that may be next year's buy so far I love it Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G930A using Bowhunting.com Forums mobile app
Good choice, that's what I started with last year. I got a full season under my belt and love it! Don't plan on taking a stand out anytime soon. The kestrel is great! I like not having a back up harness on, like i did with the sit drag. You use a back up, or just the sit drag? Sent from my SM-G900V using Bowhunting.com Forums mobile app
I bought a black diamond rc as a back up. I'm excited for this season! Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G930A using Bowhunting.com Forums mobile app
I have a set of these and there are pros and cons; just like with everything. Pro is they pack in and out awesome; and they are very quiet. Biggest con I have is the learning curve (especially in the dark) and also if you snag anything on one going up or pulling your bow up you could be in for some gymnastics...
