Treestand Carry Straps for Climber
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From: tobywon
01-Oct-18
I am looking for some good, durable backpack straps to carry my Summit Openshot climber. I've been using the ones provided with the stand but they dig into my shoulders on long hikes in since they are not padded. Anyone have any feedback and preference on good, durable straps that make carrying a climber more comfortable.
From: Lost Arra
01-Oct-18
Lost Arra's Link
This is the ultimate shoulder strap improvement. I hope the link works. If not, go here: https://www.archerytalk.com/vb/showthread.php?t=2305025
From: BOWNUT
01-Oct-18
BOWNUT's Link
I just put this on my Summit climber. I'm very happy with it.
From: Cheesehead Mike
01-Oct-18
Yep, go with the MOLLE shoulder straps and hip belt. You can buy them off eBay.
From: rooster
01-Oct-18
I buy Alice pack frames. Check them out on Amazon.
From: stick n string
01-Oct-18
Another vote for xop
From: oldgoat
01-Oct-18
I'm set up like cheesehead Mike, you can get away without the waist belt if you don't carry it real far. You can buy waist belt and straps separately. Other option is to just use an old frame pack.
From: Mpdh
01-Oct-18
If you need $70 straps to carry a treestand, it’s too heavy.
From: Franklin
01-Oct-18
I have used replacement backpack frame straps and even took 2 straps off of old golf bags. You can also buy slip on pads to go over those cheesy straps that came with the stand. Another is take lambswool cut to 4" x 16"....cut a slit on the top and bottom and slide onto your existing straps.
From: tobywon
02-Oct-18
Thanks for the suggestions and feedback guys. Much appreciated.
From: Russell
02-Oct-18
Way back when (in the Army), we used to duct tape foam pads on our shoulder straps.
Cheap and customizable for your setup. Adds little weight too.
From: BOWNUT
02-Oct-18
Very large,very heavy, Summit Titan stand and very comfortable.
