| The Quiet Starr is a packable Step Stix system that utilizes a unique
hinge and locking collar for fast setup. So unique that it is patented!
 The
system has five sections joined at each end by a pivoting hinge.
It conveniently collapses into a compact carrying system 42 inches in length.
The 42-inch sections are compact enough that they do not interfere with
brush or tree limbs while packing in. When packing they measure from
the top of my hat to the bottom of my pants seat, and amazingly get you
quickly up to 17.5 feet.
The welded aluminum construction also means that for it's height it
weighs in at a mere 10.5 pounds. The lightweight stix is capable
of holding a hunter weighing in as much as 275 lbs. Combined with
the Mega Starr stand this set-up allows for a complete hunting system that
weighs in at just 22.5 pounds.
The stick ladder is easily setup by unfolding the ladder sections.
Next, at each section, depress spring-loaded buttons enabling the locking
collars to slide over the hinges. Now each hinge is secured and cannot
be moved. Fold out the stand-offs, which position the ladder away
from the tree about 4 inches, and you are now ready to attach to the tree.
Climbing the Quiet Starr is a breeze thanks to the rungs, which are
spaced at 14 inches and extend out evenly on both sides of the center section.
It allows a hunter to pause at any height and have both feet level.
This is very comfortable while setting up the stand and also for trimming
foliage. Extra security is assured because footholds are non-slip
thanks to molded in traction ribs.
 No
nylon cords are used to anchor the ladder to the tree. Instead the
Quiet Starr utilizes ratchet straps meaning no tugging contest to get it
snug enough or ugly knots and fatigued fingers. Similar to the Mega
Starr, the Quiet Starr utilizes open-ended ratchets for attaching to either
side of the ladder. In my case when it is time to take the stand
down after the season ends in January, I look forward to the ratchet straps.
Ratchet straps are a breeze to take down when compared to frozen, tightly
braided nylon ropes that can lead to frostbite by the time you're done.
To complete the takedown, lay the Quiet Starr down and retract each
of the individual stand-offs. Next finish by unhinging each section.
To unhinge just push up on the locking collars until the spring-loaded
buttons lock them back into the retracting position. Now simply fold
the stix back to their compact 42-inch lengths and use the ratchets to
snug everything into place.
Quiet Starr features:
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Welded Aluminum
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42" Hinged Sections - no separate sections
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17.5 foot Height
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10.5 lbs. in weight
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275 lbs. stand capacity
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14" Rung spacing
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Extruded Anti-Slip Rungs
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Ratchet Strap Attachment
Design 4 out of 5
The lightweight aluminum is a blessing for a combination of lightweight
and strength. On a fairly straight tree the aluminum is just flexible
enough to give a little. The stand-offs combined with the ratchet
straps secure the stix tightly to the tree. I like the idea of hinged
sections to help eliminate the noise of clanging separate pieces while
trying to get them together.
Comfort 4 of 5
The 14-inch rungs should accommodate any size of hunter easily.
The rungs extending out on both sides is a great feature because you do
not have to worry how to hand the stand when getting into or which foot
goes first when getting out.
Ease of Use 5 of 5
The hinge system makes it a snap to put up. As mentioned earlier
no separate sections to fumble with and the open-ended ratchets are a great
feature.
Quality 5 of 5
The hinge sections fit together nicely and are straight when fit together.
The rungs are made of one piece of straight aluminum that extends through
the center section, not two individual pieces that could take away from
strength.
** Look for the Field Evaluation of the NorthStarr
'Mega Starr' Treestand.
For information on this and other North
Starr Treestands products contact:
North Starr Treestands
2351 E Bear Lake Road
Hillsdale, MI 49242
Phone: 517-439-1313
Fax: 517-439- 1933
Web Site: http://www.northstarrtreestands.com
Email: info@NorthStarrTreestands.com |
