I've seen a lot of one stick with repel videos and this is one of the best. I appreciate that you go through the whole process and give some detail. Thank you.

I'm really impressed with how simple you made this one stick climb. I was initially intimidated, but the way you do it seems to be the best

Impressed, innovative and versatile. The ability to get yourself up in the canopy of trees, allows for great camouflage. The wise ones may be surprised , when your finally successful 🤗👍

It’s been 2 seasons and over 100 one stick hunts since I first watched this video. I love this system I can hunt anywhere on the fly even in the dark

WOW! This I have to say is the best "traditional" way to climb a tree! I myself have been training with Special Head Levitating Guy and can now ascend a tree without breaking a sweat, it does however have its draw backs as it takes longer and is less quite with the meditation, and oming chanting prior to my ascent.

Man that looks like a system I need to upgrade to for my saddle setup. Great video, fantastic explanation and detail!

You also nailed the question in regards to setting up over a limb, pulling the rope out. Thanks again.

Glad I found your page! Went to the one stick 2 yrs ago and cannot find another method that is more efficient. Good job on the video!

I've been watching this video several times and yours along with Staggs in the wild are the most informative when it comes to One sticking. I just got into saddle hunting just before Covid hit and love it. I currently use Hawk mini sticks and I'm just tired of climbing down removing a stick and doing the same process over and over. That being said I'm finally going to make the switch to one sticking its a no brainer at this point and more efficient and much quicker. Thanks for making my decision to switch that much easier.

Like that you showed the whole process. I'm thinking the saddle is the way to go. I'm hunting really thick stuff and up a mountain. This would give me the flexibility to go where the deer are without buying multiple stands or trying to carry a climber through thick brush

Man, you just keep on doing what you like. I am new to saddle hunting and I like the possibilities it brings. Do not let the Kyles and Karens of this world slow/bring you down.

Dude! You rocked that video. Best explanation from start to finish. Appreciate it , Saddle Up!

Very interesting setup. That would be very handy in a lot of situations that you just couldn’t carry a stand setup. Great job!

Nice review. I just got mine in today. I can't wait to try it out. One tip on forgetting your release- always attach it to your bow. I got in the habit of doing that a few years ago and it's never been an issue since.

Very well done video.... new to bow hunting let alone saddle hunting with One stick. Thanks for putting this together and sharing your knowledge.

I’ve hunted this way many times. As well as with a climber, ladder stands etc… this method allows for a lighter carrying load walking in and also allows a hunter more options than a climber stand. There are many times where you want to hunt you can’t because you have a climber stand and there isn’t a good tree to use . This system is just another means to an end you can put in your arsenal for hunting. You can literally get into any tree that would support you safely no matter how many limbs and where they’re located. It’s very versatile . However, It’s definitely not for everyone. Good job on this video.🤙🏼

Holy crap this looks like the hardest possible way to climb a tree!

I see a lot of yall are hatin on him for this being time consuming and what not, making a lot of noise.... My current setup is 4 Hawk Helium sticks and a LW Alpha 2 lock on. It takes at least 10-15 minutes to get setup once I get to the tree and have to climb with a linemans belt(safety strap around the tree) whoch makes metal on metal noise and adds weight. Then I have to climb back down, clip my pack and gun or bow to my pull rope, climb back up, clip in, and pull up my gear. Its not super comfortable either. I don't see a huge comfort from a saddle and tiny foot stand, so maybe thats a wash for me. Then the reverse to pack everything up and walk out. A climber stand is ideal if the trees you have are climbable with one and they are definitely the most comfortable, but heavier. Its all a tradeoff. I would pick comfort over weight if the trees are equal in regards to sticks or climbers. He has this down and if it works for him its super light and props to him for that. Hunt how you want, no one has the 'right' answer

Man that looks like it would take some time to learn but very cool. Especially being able to repel down. That’s a game changer. Way quicker getting down than any other system.

Awesome set up! I will be getting this!

Excellent climbing tool, easy to pack in and pack out, easy to use with minimal impact on the tree. Perfect for a bivouac being above danger......from them lions and tigers and bears oh my. Good vantage point too.

Great job with the presentation. Thanks.

Subscribed and liked 👍. I don't know anything about this stuff but I wanna learn . Great video and thank you

“My buddy has a 12 inch stick” is not what I heard 😂😂 Thanks for the video man!

Bought everything in your review but went with an H2 saddle instead. Thanks, helped me a lot!

Just ordered mine can’t wait to try it out

Wow... that’s a TON of work and noise for absolutely no reason. There are saddle hunters, and then there is this guy! I’ll stick to my hybrid platform to be up quietly and safely within 10 minutes!

I’m switching to one sticking this season do far love it

Young man's sport

New subscriber here, great video. Getting into saddle hunting but I'm a fat, old man. This makes me wish I was a young man again. What a game changer!

That was badass how you went down the tree and I’ve always wondered how you get your rope down

Great idea putting the rope around those edges,of the platform a loaded rope is easy to cut,

Excellent review. I’d like to see a video on the exact way you route everything on your pull down rope. I’ve heard it explained how you could do it several different ways but I need to see it visually.

Ive used 3 or 4 climbing sticks and a saddle for 3 years now, I’ve got down a pretty efficient system.... looks like its much harder and more steps involved just getting up the tree but one easy way down. Close to even trade off if you ask me.

Exactly how i do it except i have 1 slight difference......i have a 6ft paracord attached to my saddle with a small carabiner then i attach it to my stick to prevent dropping it during my moves. It does not get in my way either. It's about 4 seconds to connect and I never fear dropping my stick........i once dropped my stick (a few times) so i started doing that.

A unique set up of climbing. Take care

Great video fellas! 👍🏼

Damn, now i need to become a rock climber just so I can hunt.

Wow I did not know that was an option for hunting. I am now subscribed thank you

Great explanation of everything I just got a saddle few days back and need to start practicing I got Hawk sticks have the button on them can you change that out for a cam thanks for the info

I have a set (3 piece) of Muddy climbing sticks They have the versa button. I am really interested in trying the One Stick method but the sticks have the versa button. I'm just curious, what's the issue with using sticks with a versa button? Is it because the versa button would be harder to remove the stick from the tree? I'd like to change my sticks to cam cleats but the sticks are so old I'm not ever sure a cam cleat could be mounted on the sticks.

Watched a bunch of different videos now on climbing methods for saddle hunters. One sticking just seems like a giant pain in the ass. For me....I'm gonna run SRT method with preset loops. For the cost of them one sticks I can have a rope, a hand ascender with foot loop, and an ascender/descender. Can climb srt into the tree then repel back down. I intend to still carry my hawk helium with aiders trees I decide to hint that I have not set a preset loop or that's just to busy to get my throw ball into.

After watching your video I bought your exact same setup. How do you wrap the cordage on the platform? Do you just wrap around the platform like serving a bowstring? How do you terminate the ends? I’m originally from NC also.

Been watchin a few of these one stickin pickin and you are straight up and smooth with it preciate your time. What county you in?

Does the eastern woods out door one stick come with the cam cleat, and the retractable wire handle, or are they bought separately?

Madrock lifeguard (the red one) does the same thing. The brake is just always “open”. As soon as you put weight on it tho the brake locks the rope

This is awesome but Hopefully I can find a used one. Great video.

Are you still happy with the EWO Ultimate Platform with 2 step aider? Anything you like better now? Can you stand upright on the platform for a short time? Thanks.

Great video! In between this setup or a few Tethrd One sticks. Trying stay light and mobile, seems like this is the way to go

That is a young man's game!

Try offsetting your body when hanging to reach down and grab stick. Then don't put stick under rope. Will allow you to get a little more height with each move not putting stick under rope. And it will drastically reduce your amount of movement. Im going into my 4th season one sticking and I've learned a lot. Haha to anyone that thinks he's making a ton of noise. It's cuz he's got a mic on his chest reason you can hear it so loud.

great video y'all.

That actually looks pretty sweet lol makes me wanna try a saddle

What kind of knots or wrapping you do to the one stick with paracord

Remember to do a figure 8 knot at the end of your rope in case a malfunction you won’t fall all the way to the ground if you’re high up in a tree

Very informative. Thanks. You almost jammed that climbing stick into your side when you reppeled down. I'd lower it or drop it to a oid that risk.

I know it's been 3 years since you did all this but, I'm curious what your thoughts on it now after all this time??? Reason I ask is because I'm considering buying this entire setup for this coming season???

This video was awesome. Thanks a lot. Do you think the 15" is the best for you or you think the 18" would have been better? I wonder if you can benefit from the extra 3" each time you raise the stick, or maybe it doesn't matter. Any thoughts?

I don't see myself ever trying this but I do see the merits behind it. No reason to hate on someone because it's not my way. Nice setup good luck in the woods

How difficult is this in cold weather with multiple layers and gloves on?

The repel seems easier when you have a branch but when you swing around like that and are not hooked in above a branch I could see it sliding/ twisting. Is this a problem?

Just wondering if you ever use ring of steps with your one stick ?

Just heads up tie and overhand knot or any stopper knot just before belay device before going hand's free I've had my grigri slip before but youd make a good lead climber !!!

So, the mad rock says its rated for 8.7 mm to 11 mm rope, the rope he suggested in the link is 8mm.. is this safe? Was this a mistake or is the 8mm actually 8.7mm and just called 8mm for standard?

What part of NC? I e been wanting to try the one stick method but I don’t know anyone who does it

I recently received my one stick as well, awesome set up! Question did wrapping the paracord on your UP cut down on the tingy sound it has if you drag something across it?

Any issue with the 8mm line and the Safeguard? What I’ve read is that is lower than their recommended limits. But I’ve seen some videos of people using 8mm resc tech like you.

As you said, "if you forget your stick up there, you'd be going right back up" I was wondering how since your only stick is up the tree.

Great video

Hey, cool video! What‘s the device you pull your rope back with, after you rappeled down? Apeciate your answer!

As someone who is new to wanting to learn how to do this can you list all the essential equipment you use to complete this climb? From your belts to your carabiners, ropes, etc?? Thanks

Hey brotha, do you back up the safeguard at all given it’s not supposed to be hands free or do you feel safe not having to?

I am thinking about getting into saddle hunting but I’m thinking the figure 8 descending system is the way to go, on top of being super simple and controllable, they are stupid cheap compared to the mad rock safe guards

This is dangerous man!

I find it hard to do in the dark. Next.

I’m also have the same set up. It is great l love it.

So is the saddle sold separately? Any suggestions re: saddle? TIA

This looks like the most fun way to hunt

Hey man looks like fun.

Thanks man 💯

Can you tell us the options you selected when customizing your own stick?

Is that rope static or dynamic? (It hurts less to fall on a dynamic rope)

Good job

Can you post EVERYTHING you use in order to achieve this, im very interested, and you made it seem so simple

Hey man any idea how I can get a madrock ? I know they aren’t even making them anymore, unfortunately I got into the one sticking method a bit too late, so it seems. I just have heard the best things about a madrock, and I don’t want to get the Gri Gri but idk maybe you can help out with an alternative..?

Lmfao he said "just for speed sake" 🤣 🤣 🤣

Great for younger guys and gals ..

What happens if you drop the stick???

Nice job on the video. I see this not working very well if you were using this system when it's cold (Below 32 and you need fingers exposed). Early season... sure this would work. Keep up the good work.

Looks so dangerous, you should use 2 of those madrocks. Leave one around the tree while you climb height, just in case.

What kind of line and diameter for your repel line? For your mad rock repel

The life guard is perfectly safe you just have to have a back up just in case you stand up and introduce slack in the line.

Good job. If you were purchasing the EWO Ultimate One Stick after your experimentation what length stick would you get (12", 15", or 18") and what step distance for your 2 step aider?

What is the reason you wrapped the cordage on the front of the platform?

Whats that... for 25 and under hunters?

What rope/rope size do you use for tether?

My tree stand is probably closer to 20 years old and it's still great I would have been up there 30 minutes ago! with my 2 piece stand it just looks like its way to much I mean it takes me about 5 minutes to get up the tree boy them does would be blowing like hell if you carry that in the woods

I got the 3 step aider and think I'll cut that bottom aider off , I can only use it at my first stick placement. I have 20" steps also. I've actually got the same setup even the cruzr saddle🤘

What length of repel rope do you get

Interesting video. Picked up some good points. Will keep watching. Thanks.(camera person could use a little training)