The factory ropes aren't amsteel?
I just purchased a 3-step G-C-ONE Aider from Backwoods Mobile Gear, https://www.backwoodsmobilegear.com/shop-online/gc-one. I expect to easily get 20+ feet with 3 sticks.
I'm hoping this will replace my 1-stick climbing system. I still wish they would make a platform for the Tethrd One Sticks.
I’m running the same aider. If I just use it on the bottom step, I’ll get 17ft if I stretch the steps way out. You can definitely get 20 if it’s used on another step.
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I'm in the same boat, what's the issue with the factory rope? Is it the same on the skeletors?Why are y’all changing out the factory ropes? I’ve admittedly not been following along.
Great to hear. Any issues descending in the dark with this aider? I struggled descending with the Amsteel aiders as they were difficult for my boot to find in the dark. I think they were to light and flimsy.
Great to hear. Any issues descending in the dark with this aider? I struggled descending with the Amsteel aiders as they were difficult for my boot to find in the dark. I think they were to light and flimsy.
I just purchased a 3-step G-C-ONE Aider from Backwoods Mobile Gear, https://www.backwoodsmobilegear.com/shop-online/gc-one. I expect to easily get 20+ feet with 3 sticks.
I'm hoping this will replace my 1-stick climbing system. I still wish they would make a platform for the Tethrd One Sticks.
Like I said to start, I've never had a good thing to say about Tethrd. I also jumped on the bashing bandwagons with the Predator issues and the gen1 and gen2 one stick issues. I'm not sure what made me even consider trying the Gen3's....probably because in the back of my mind I figured they'd be sold out quickly and if I didn't like them there'd be several fanboys that would be willing to pay full price for the turnover. Still tempted by a 1lb stick probably....lured by then rope cleat...and lured by how they connect for packing without any extra straps needed. Climbing with them has made me faster and quieter. I'm just curious on their overall durability. How long will they handle how rough I am on equipment? My beast sticks, with the exception of a bent standoff which was replaced within a couple of days, have been very durable.
I took the next step and stealth stripped the Gen3's yesterday...I also stealth stripped my beast sticks and wrapped those steps to cushion my hands. I've been gunshy about using my beast sticks since I tore my finger open on a step doing a final practice climb the night before our bow opener. 4 stitches right where my finger meets my hand. Shouldn't have to worry about that now.
I'm in the same boat. I love my Beast Sticks and daisy chained Amsteel ropes. But carrying 4, with my saddle, for long treks made the 1 lb. Tethrd sticks appealing. I have not got them in yet, but already purchased the Amsteel ropes and Backwoods Mobile Gear G-C-ONE Aider. I should get 20 feet with 3 sticks at about 4 lbs. vs 8 lbs with my 4 Beast Sticks. Also, the Tethrd One Stick packs better, tighter and lower profile, whch is also helpful.