Different Platform Concept

[boyne bowhunter]

All the platform threads got me thinking about re-purposing a piece of equipment I had laying around into a small, light platform.

I started with a Hurricane Safety Systems Powerstep and some scrap angle aluminum I've had around for a while. I cut the angle aluminum into 7" long pieces and milled cutouts into them to lock against the tree. These were bolted into the existing threaded connections on the Powerstep. Add some Amsteel and a cam lock with a couple of pieces of old hose to protect where it runs over the aluminum and I've got a new platform to try. I haven't weighed it yet but I'd estimate it right around 4 lbs.

 

[PJC]

How does it hold with side pressure?


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[redsquirrel]

I wouldn't use Amsteel like that. It's breaking strength is drastically reduced when it is tyee in knots. I think the cam clear simulates a knot by crushing it. I did something similar to experiment once and it left visible crush marks on it.

 

[DaveH]

Interesting design. Is there a reason that you incorporated that piece of wood?

 

[boyne bowhunter]

How does it hold with side pressure?


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It was fairly unstable before I figured out to route the rope up over the upper bracket. Before that the top bracket would pull away from the tree when I put weight on the platform. Routing the rope over the upper bracket moves the pivot force into the upper bracket and digs it into the tree. Once weight is on the platform the bottom bracket digs in as well.

I've only tried it on smaller trees but it feels really solid to me. I'm able to turn 360 degrees so I'm facing away from the tree with my tether over my right shoulder. That lets me shoot to the right if I need to. To me that's the big advantage of using a platform.

 

[boyne bowhunter]

I wouldn't use Amsteel like that. It's breaking strength is drastically reduced when it is tyee in knots. I think the cam clear simulates a knot by crushing it. I did something similar to experiment once and it left visible crush marks on it.

Thanks Red, good thought. I may have to swap out the rope although I haven't noticed any issue in the limited time I have on it so far. I used the Amsteel because I saw another post somewhere where someone had made the cam lock modification to a set of climbing sticks and used Amsteel. I'll keep an eye on it. Thanks again.

 

[boyne bowhunter]

Interesting design. Is there a reason that you incorporated that piece of wood?

I needed something to mount the rope cam lock to. I didn't have any 1" square aluminum tube handy so I substituted a 7" long piece of wood. May upgrade if the concept works out in hunting situations.

 

[MCDM]

Interesting design!! Do you have enough room to stand on?

 

[boyne bowhunter]

Interesting design!! Do you have enough room to stand on?

I haven't tried with my hunting boots yet (they're still packed away for the summer) but it feels pretty comfortable with my shoes. I have enough room to rotate away from the tree if I want.

 

[boyne bowhunter]

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I wouldn't use Amsteel like that. It's breaking strength is drastically reduced when it is tyee in knots. I think the cam clear simulates a knot by crushing it. I did something similar to experiment once and it left visible crush marks on it.

Thanks to Red and @BCHunter. Made some modifications to the new platform incorporating a homemade aluminum versa style button and the amsteel daisy chain. Also used a spliced eye to secure the rope to the platform. This not only makes me feel more secure but it is easier and quicker to hang when in the field. Thanks for the ideas guys!

 

[BCHunter]

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Thanks to Red and @BCHunter. Made some modifications to the new platform incorporating a homemade aluminum versa style button and the amsteel daisy chain. Also used a spliced eye to secure the rope to the platform. This not only makes me feel more secure but it is easier and quicker to hang when in the field. Thanks for the ideas guys!

Sweet! Glad I could help.

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[cb750]

Would they mount on 1 inch square aluminum tube like a lone wolf stick? Just thinking I have 4 of those and could mount it to the top stick perhaps. I may change the way I use aider so I wouldn't lose any height.

 

[Vtbow]

Could any of you guys help me out with some questions regarding saddle platforms?..

If so, just inbox me your #1 biggest complaint about current saddle platforms and I will send the questions. After completion i'll give discount codes for the PowerStep and other products under Hurricane.

CB750 - The current design is intended for all 1" tube steel climbing sticks. It can be positioned wherever you want it and actually increases the strength of the stick. You can place one on either side of the stick technically.

Side note, thank you for the add to this forum. I recently tried a saddle my friend purchased. Have to say.. I do like the idea for some scenarios!

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