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close call with the climber.

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  1. TenPointed

    TenPointed Newb

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    Had a bit of a scare today. Was headed down the tree and had to maneuver around a bulge I do this by lifting the footer piece with my toes while supporting with my other foot. The strap slipped off the holding foot and my footer dropped to the bottom of the tree leaving me hanging 15' up. The connecting rope that's supposed to prevent that from happening must have come untied. I was able to lift the bottom back up by fishing my compound bow through one of the slots and using it to lift the bottom. If anyone ever asks if a bear mauler can support a tree stand. The answer is yes. Also check your knots. I forgot.
     
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  3. Finch

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    Kudos for getting the bottom back up...that doesn't seem to be an easy task. Be safe!
     
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  4. Adamant2010

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    Great job getting the bottom back up...glad your safe!
     
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  5. NebraskaDeerKilln

    NebraskaDeerKilln Weekend Warrior

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    Wow. That had to be a bit scary.
     
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  6. Vendetta

    Vendetta Die Hard Bowhunter

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    Yeah, I learned that the hard way last year. My stands actually have straps instead of tied rope because of that reason.
     
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  7. jfergus7

    jfergus7 Legendary Woodsman

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    Wow, glad to hear that you are ok.
     
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    PABuck_HNTR Weekend Warrior

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    Glad you made out ok....That's a scary feeling when the platform falls to the ground.
     
    PABuck_HNTR, Oct 2, 2011
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    Been there befor! Good to hear your OK.
     
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    Fitz Legendary Woodsman

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    Glad you're ok!
     
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  11. KyleLewis

    KyleLewis Die Hard Bowhunter

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    Ah man, I can only imagine the frustration of that! Thanks for sharing though, Im sure youve reminded atleast 1 person other than me to check our knots. Thanks!
     
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    Scljrl Weekend Warrior

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    Glad you're OK. Thanks for the advise. Definitely will double check mine again.
     
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