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I think the question about tying above your head is legit. But I am finding that with the simplified method of tying it has become almost a non issue. It was almost a month since I tried tying a step. I went out the other day to play around again and with the simplified method it was super easy. It really is a game changer. My biggest issue when I initially tie it on is that it is too tight too cam over. I think that is the preferred way because any looseness in the rope (because it is not straight around the tree) or knot is guaranteed to be removed if you cannot cam it. Then just a tiny adjustment to loosen and you are good to go. I also pull down on the rope (both sides of the Step) to be sure it is cammed good.
With all of that said though, I am still on the fence about whether or not I want to be tying in the Step above chin height. Pete
I completely agree. I thought I replied to this but I must have failed to hit send on the post. The extra swaider is simply a means of getting more out of 5-6 stepps. I regularly hunt hilly country and at times I find myself hunting over 35 feet off the ground to get above the deer. These trees are generally not too hard to climb. Maybe a 2-3 limbs. The extra swaider keeps my step count the same and I can reach up to 35-40 feet.
Most times I'm hunting conventional heights or even lower if I'm hunting in the marshes or goofy heavily limbed trees. I'll employ the knaider/swaider, just a knaider, or the cain method these other times or a combination of all them if the tree calls for it. Regardless, everything is easier below eye level. The second swaider is a simple value add to an already great climbing method where bolts and spur use is highly illegal.