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Do you like the standoffs rotation for stick stacking

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The lone wolf don’t have these tabs which is something I didn’t like about them. I don’t find the need to rotate them to grip a goofy tree. But the strength should still be fine. Not sure but one tab should be more than enough to keep them from rotating


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20ftup said:
I’m making my own and your idea of getting them to stack them sideways kinda of inspired the thought. The to tabs on the standoff that go around the tubing to keep the standoff from rotating. If you mill one off that would allow the next stick to stack right up against the next because I believe those tabs are what keeping them from stacking tight against one another. You can see this in the previous post where the guy stacked his side by side and there was a 1/4 in gap between his sticks. Wish I was computer savvy to edit a pic but I’ll see what I can do.


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Ok now I understand...actually I am considering milling the bottom out more so those tabs are several thousands deeper to grab the stick better. I have a few more tweaks to make yet but going to wait until I get back from using them in Iowa
 
20ftup said:
The lone wolf don’t have these tabs which is something I didn’t like about them. I don’t find the need to rotate them to grip a goofy tree. But the strength should still be fine. Not sure but one tab should be more than enough to keep them from rotating


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Ya. I believe your right about one working, but ya know overkill got the best of me...
 
Silvio said:
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Here we go again...I bought all the components from DanO. Rather spread my money with a true USA made product and a Christian to boot. I'm going to update the post thru each step of the process. Heres why I chose DanOs stick components. First the stand offs provide that needed distance between the tree and the double step. Second, us old guys love DIY and bring added fabrication ideas so all of us can benefit. I'll keep the photos coming
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Ok...these sticks are ready for Iowa trip this week...the slots on the bottom allow the standoffs to lock into the back of the stick. Now the sticks can be placed side to side flat. I also put a 1/4 x20 threaded rod to hold them togetherView attachment 15333View attachment 15382View attachment 15383
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I was able to reach 21 ft with 3vsticks using a 1 step aider
 
Bwhana said:
I like where you are heading with it, trusted my life on knobs like those for many years on climbing stands! Just an out of the box thought, may not even be practical or feasible, but what if you could eliminate the middle versa and connect the stick using those knobs as double versas too? It would add an extra rope or versa strap to each stick, but would also eliminate the possibility of a kick out by having a top and bottom connection to the tree. Just throwing it on the chalkboard for brainstorming.
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Bwhana, tried a second alumibutton strap and it's not needed at all
 
Backstrap Assassin said:
I'm just curious how the Dan Infalt sticks are so light. I think his are the same size as yours but his are under 2lbs per stick with his strap that has the buckle. I'm wondering what he did different.
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Well his are made in China I believe, and made from a lighter aluminum. I'm currently using 7075 aluminium which is stronger and more resealent...not throwing stones at Dan here at all. But mine are totally made in the USA...with better materials
 
Backstrap Assassin said:
I'm just curious how the Dan Infalt sticks are so light. I think his are the same size as yours but his are under 2lbs per stick with his strap that has the buckle. I'm wondering what he did different.
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I'm guessing the additional weight is coming from the knobs that allow the standoffs to rotate and the all thread and knob he's using to hold the sticks together.

Good looking sticks @Silvio!
 
GCTerpfan said:
I'm guessing the additional weight is coming from the knobs that allow the standoffs to rotate and the all thread and knob he's using to hold the sticks together.

Good looking sticks @Silvio!
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Yes, I forgot about mentioning the knobs so thanks for bringing that up. I was out testing some new prototypes yesterday and the nxt set will be nicer
 
Do you think since the double steps are fixed and don't fold, it really makes a big difference whether the standoffs twist or not? I feel like the double steps is what really gets in the way and caught on brush...I guess it just matters how to pack them in right?

How are you packing your sticks in?

I feel like since you are loosening those knobs to twist the standoffs, you could also twist the double steps so they are parallel with the stick tubing. It might be weird to stack them though..
 
Backstrap Assassin said:
Do you think since the double steps are fixed and don't fold, it really makes a big difference whether the standoffs twist or not? I feel like the double steps is what really gets in the way and caught on brush...I guess it just matters how to pack them in right?

How are you packing your sticks in?

I feel like since you are loosening those knobs to twist the standoffs, you could also twist the double steps so they are parallel with the stick tubing. It might be weird to stack them though..
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Because they are a short stick they pack very well...I use three sticks and get to twenty feet pretty easy with a one step aider. Ive eliminated the high stacking sticks essentially and given them a tighter profile to your backpack.
I really dont mess with the dou le steps just the standoffs
 
Jefferson10940 said:
I have a set of 4 made with all of doublesteps.com components. And they are sweet! They do stack tall and I’m trying to work around that but still searching for the answer. I may just stack 2 on each side of my pack


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Jefferson10940 said:
I have a set of 4 made with all of doublesteps.com components. And they are sweet! They do stack tall and I’m trying to work around that but still searching for the answer. I may just stack 2 on each side of my pack
I tried the rotation with just a wing nut, certainly not as detailed as this job! In practice only, I just didn't want to fool around rotating them at the tree. That's just me. These look great!! I just decided to stack them on either side with some custom pack mods by Mike Isbell.

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bowhuntonly said:
If you don’t mind me asking what was your cost per stick?
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I bought everything from DanO the ManO, I drilled my own holes and machined the slots on the bottom to pivot the standoffs. I would estimate somewhere around $90 but it wasn't about the money as much as getting what I wanted. The standoffs are what sold me to build my own rather than buying beast sticks that are like many other sticks on the market and place your toe up against the tree with little foot room. I also desided on putting stealth strips on instead of hydro dipping to quit them down...they are awesome I will say...21ft with 3 sticks using a one step aider. I also am using 8mm static rope mod to secure them to the tree...at 62 I'm really done with buying the inferior climbing products on the market...hope this helps you out20190824_061734.jpg20190824_061734.jpg

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If you don’t mind me asking what was your cost per stick?
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Yes it does thanks. You know with that much standoff from the tree one of those mini platforms at the top of last stick would be sweet. Of course a DIY project
 
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