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    Rifle scope recommendations

    Nikon scopes have fantastic lens and they are clearing them out right now. I'd go 2.5-10x
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    Carrying Sticks Out and Up?

    I'll be experimenting this weekend. I don't have a saddle (hoping to find a used one) but will benefit from practicing going up and down the tree as this is all new to me.
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    Carrying Sticks Out and Up?

    I picked up 4 XOP mini sticks. In the videos where people have hang on stands they just clip them to the stand to bring them in the bush and up the tree. For those that are walking in with no hang on stand how are you carrying them into the bush and more so how are you getting your sticks up...
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    3 Sticks - How High?

    Very good observation. Maybe the 3 pack of 34" normal size sticks is the way to go.
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    3 Sticks - How High?

    Thanks for the reply My main reason for asking is to determine if I should buy a 4 stick pack of the 22" steps or if I can get away with a 3 pack for cost and weight savings. There is also the other option of getting the 34" sticks in a 3 or 4 pack.
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    3 Sticks - How High?

    I am looking at XOP Mini Sticks in a 3 pack They are 22" in length. I am new to tree stand hunting so before I jump into doing any more advanced maneuvers and stuff like one sticking I am planning on just getting comfortable going up and down and setting up a hang on tree stand. Just...
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    Tree Stand vs Tree Saddle Debate - First Purchase

    Well the hike in, setting up and tearing down is for sure, the buck will be a bonus haha! I'll keep my eye open for used saddles in Canada but would also jump on the opportunity for a used XOP or lonewolf hang on and tree climbing sticks in Canada.
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    Tree Stand vs Tree Saddle Debate - First Purchase

    Thanks for all the replies, it is very helpful getting a variety of opinions and I have to say people are very generous here with offers to help me out, it is very appreciated. To answer some common questions I am seeing here: -I plan to hunt for a solid 3 weeks come opener and then every...
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    Tree Stand vs Tree Saddle Debate - First Purchase

    Thanks for all the replies guys, I really appreciate the info. Ontariofarmer we actually spoke on the phone and you are the one that introduced me to this site! I will reach out to you again. I think being my first year I am going to try and go the cost effective route and just get comfortable...
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    Tree Stand vs Tree Saddle Debate - First Purchase

    Hey all, I am not new to hunting but brand new to saddles and tree stands. During my info gathering I have had a couple people direct me to this site and have even talked over the phone with some members, great community and great people we got here! Right now I do not own a saddle or a tree...
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