Climbing apparatus

Abstract

Disclosed is a durable, lightweight, nonslip, camouflage, structurally superior climbing treestand that is inexpensive and simple to manufacture, may be easily compacted for transportation, and includes one or more of arm / weapon rests, interchangeable grips, tactile and visual indicators, safety harnesses, nonslip, adjustable belts, and receptacles for bumpers, sockets, and the like. Also disclosed is a parabolic belt capable of firmly gripping a tree trunk to prevent slippage when used in conjunction with interchangeable or permanent platform grips. Tactile and visual indicators allow a user to ensure that the belt is optimally installed even in conditions in which the user may not view such indicators. Bumpers and safety harnesses are incorporated to prevent falls from heights through trees, tree limbs, and the like. Interchangeable sockets allow the user to customize the treestand to meet the user's needs (e.g., photography, hunting, snacking, etc.).

Description

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0001] Embodiments of the present invention generally relate to a portable treestand for hunting or the like. More specifically, the present invention relates to a durable, lightweight, nonslip, camouflage, structurally superior climbing treestand that is inexpensive to manufacture, may be easily compacted for transportation, and includes one or more of arm / weapon rests, interchangeable grips, tactile and visual indicators, safety harnesses, nonslip, adjustable belts, and receptacles for bumpers, sockets, and the like. [0002] Many systems and methods have been created to climb trees while simultaneously providing a platform for hunting or observation of animals. Many such systems include two platforms (i.e., a support platform and a climbing platform). These platforms are used to “climb” upwardly along the tree trunk. This is done by first attaching the support platform to the tree and stepping upon the support platform with the climbing platform in hand....

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Benefits of technology

[0015] A durable, lightweight, nonslip, camouflage, structurally superior climbing treestand that is inexpensive to manufacture, and may be easily compacted for transportation is provided in one aspect of the present invention. In one embodiment of the present invention, the climbing apparatus includes, inter alia, arm / weapon rests, interchangeable grips, tactile and visual indicators, safety harnesses, nonslip, adjustable belts, and receptacles for bumpers, sockets, and the like.

Problems solved by technology

More complex systems include a moveable seat wherein the position of the seat may be altered to accommodate different weapons or hunting styles.

However, in other similar systems, the pin, bolt, or clip secures the belt to the arm only by the pressure exerted on the belt by the arm due to the tightening of the pin, bolt, or clip.

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