I don’t have Tethrd One sticks.
@Cbigbear has chimed in on that. I believe he knows a thing or two about one sticking, having introduced it.
To be clear, I’m not debating the merits of either or. My point is that there are pros and cons across a field of equipment (and methods). Generalities may be generally helpful, but I don’t find them specifically helpful. Not to mention, on paper issues don’t necessarily mean a heck of a lot when someone employs a refined hunting system.
For the tall straight limbless tree problem, give me a climbing platform. Very branchy trees, I like sticks and a stand or large platform. Presets, rope climbing. Scout and hunt, 2TC or maybe one stick or platform climb (no stick). Private, m100u and ladder steps or a ladder stand in really brushy hemlock. etc.