Not sure if this was posted already but I didn't see it. ATTENTION ALL PURCHASERS AND USERS OF MUDDY OUTDOORS 2012 CLIMBING STICK MODEL 70401 (SINGLE 20 INCH CLIMBING STICK) AND 2012 CLIMBING STICK MODEL 70404 (4 PACK 20 INCH CLIMBING STICKS).Dear Consumers: Please be advised that it has recently come to our attention that there may be an issue with the quality of some of the steps of Muddy Outdoors climbing sticks. Some of these affected steps may break during use. Accordingly, Muddy Outdoors is directing that all purchasers and users of these affected 2012 Muddy Outdoors climbing sticks – model 70401 and 2012 Muddy Outdoors climbing sticks - model 70404 - to immediately discontinue any and all use. This does not affect all 2012 Muddy Outdoors Climbing Sticks. If (1) the ropes to the climbing stick are black with a “burnt orange” color pattern (figure B) and (2) the cleat has a single post (figure C), immediately discontinue the use of these affected models. If the ropes to the climbing stick are black with a “golden yellow” color pattern (figure A) and/or the cleat has a double post (figure D), there is no issue with the quality of these climbing sticks and you may continue use. See attached diagrams. http://i48.tinypic.com/2irrx1j.jpg We will contact you in the near future concerning the procedure to return these affected climbing sticks for exchange, credit or your money back. We apologize for this inconvenience, but your continued safety is our primary concern at Muddy Outdoors. If you have any additional questions, you may contact Muddy Outdoors directly at (877) 366-8339, or via email to: [email protected].
