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I created a modified climbing stick where I used 1/16" wall 6061 tubing. Prior to this, I had made one from weaker 6063 aluminum from the hardware store, jumped around on the steps, and took note of where it deformed.
Switching to 6061 gives added strength, but I also reinforced the bolt locations by supporting the ID at the face and inserting sleeves made of 7075 aluminum, which is as strong as some mild steel. The sleeves serve to distribute the stress that would otherwise be concentrated on the thin wall of the tube.
Initially I wanted to make a fixed double step, but decided I wanted the ability to pack my sticks sideways. So I am designing some copycat Muddy steps but for the time being, put my Lone Wolf hardware on.
I knew I wanted to use the 1/4" Amsteel and versa button. The Lone Wolf versa button is too deep for the 1/4" rope, so I made a custom versa button from a .5" diameter, 3/8" long chrome sleeve and a fender washer. It squeezes the rope well.
This stick is 24" long with steps on top and bottom. The versa button is 10" down from the top. After a really brief evaluation in my back yard, I didn't see any bolt hole deformation. I will continue to evaluate, and if everything looks good. will machine the geared double steps.
Weight is currently 1 pound 8.6 ounces fully loaded, but that would increase with the double steps.
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Switching to 6061 gives added strength, but I also reinforced the bolt locations by supporting the ID at the face and inserting sleeves made of 7075 aluminum, which is as strong as some mild steel. The sleeves serve to distribute the stress that would otherwise be concentrated on the thin wall of the tube.
Initially I wanted to make a fixed double step, but decided I wanted the ability to pack my sticks sideways. So I am designing some copycat Muddy steps but for the time being, put my Lone Wolf hardware on.
I knew I wanted to use the 1/4" Amsteel and versa button. The Lone Wolf versa button is too deep for the 1/4" rope, so I made a custom versa button from a .5" diameter, 3/8" long chrome sleeve and a fender washer. It squeezes the rope well.
This stick is 24" long with steps on top and bottom. The versa button is 10" down from the top. After a really brief evaluation in my back yard, I didn't see any bolt hole deformation. I will continue to evaluate, and if everything looks good. will machine the geared double steps.
Weight is currently 1 pound 8.6 ounces fully loaded, but that would increase with the double steps.
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