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OL'MAN Easy Down Device
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SKU: WX2*0746906
Overview
Designed for hunters who spend time in elevated setups, this emergency descent device adds a compact layer of protection when climbing up to or down from a tree stand. It provides an automatic, hands-free, controlled-rate descent and is intended for one-time use if a fall occurs, with up to 25' of descent. The package includes a tree strap, the device itself, and a carabiner, and it should be used with a full-body harness that meets ASTM standards for a fall arrest system.
Why Hunters Choose the Ol'man
Automatic, Hands-free
Controlled descent for tree stand
Use While
Climbing up to or descending
Descent Support
From up to 25 feet
Compact Size
Suits hunters needing a streamlined
Includes Tree
Strap, Easy Down Device, and
Key Features
- One-time-use emergency descent device for tree stand climbing and descending.
- Provides automatic, hands-free, controlled-rate descent.
- Designed to help lower you after a fall from up to 25 feet.
- Compact size suits hunters using tree stands.
- Includes one tree strap, one Easy Down Device, and one carabiner.
- Should be paired with a full-body harness meeting ASTM standards for fall arrest.
Best Used For
- Hunters using tree stands who want an automatic emergency descent device for added safety
- Users climbing or descending stands who need hands-free, controlled-rate descent support
- Anyone seeking compact safety gear to pair with a full-body ASTM-standard harness
- Hunters wanting a one-time-use emergency device for fall situations up to 25 feet
Specifications
| Automatic Hands Free Controlled Rate Descent | Yes |
|---|---|
| Compact Size | Yes |
| Emergency Descent Device | Yes |
| Includes Carabiner | 1 |
| Includes Easy Down Device | 1 |
| Includes Tree Strap | 1 |
| Maximum Descent Height | 25' |
| One Time Use | Yes |
| Recommended Harness Standard | ASTM standards for a fall arrest system |
Pros
- Automatic, hands-free controlled descent for tree stand emergencies
- Designed for use while climbing up to or descending from a tree stand
- Provides descent support from up to 25 feet off the ground
- Compact size suits hunters needing a streamlined safety device
- Includes tree strap, Easy Down Device, and carabiner
- One-time-use design for emergency descent situations
Considerations & Trade-offs
- This is a one-time-use emergency descent device, so it is not intended for repeated practice or routine lowering.
- It is designed for use with a full-body harness that meets ASTM standards, so it is not a stand-alone fall-arrest solution.
- The stated descent capability is up to 25 feet, which may not cover every stand height or setup.
- The included components are limited to one tree strap, one Easy Down Device, and one carabiner, so compatibility and setup should be checked before use.
Suggested Comparisons
- Full-body tree stand harnesses
- Tree stand safety straps
- Tree stand climbing safety devices
- Tree stand fall-arrest systems
Suggested Accessories
- Full-body harness
- Tree stand safety strap
- Carabiner
- Climbing safety gear
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the OL'MAN Easy Down Device used for?
It is a one-time-use emergency descent device designed to provide an automatic, hands-free, controlled rate descent if you fall from a tree stand while climbing or descending.
How far can the Easy Down Device lower you?
The product description states it can provide descent from up to 25 feet off the ground.
Does this device replace a full-body harness?
No. The source says it should be paired with a full-body harness that meets ASTM standards for a fall arrest system.
What comes in the package?
The package includes 1 tree strap, 1 Easy Down Device, and 1 carabiner.
Is the Easy Down Device reusable?
No. The source describes it as a one-time-use emergency descent device.