Does anyone know what load rating is recommended for the straps used to attach Lone Wolf sticks or other versions including short ladder sections?
Don't know what it is but the stand is rated at 300 lb. I use a transom strap that boaters use to secure boats to trailers as well as the stock strap. That puppy ain't going anywhere.
JW
Call LW to verify and ask if there have been any reported failures or have a buckle failure rate. If the "sticks" are rated at a certain poundage, it would be for the weakest link in that stick system including the belt or buckle or axle or bolt or.... Usually there's at least a safety factor of 2x or 3x or more built in to "maximum ratings" for safety & lawsuit purposes, but don't push the insurance; it'll save your life.
I've used my originals for 6 years w/no problems...about time to get new ones - getting a little fray on some of the webbing. Absolutely no problems with the buckles slipping or breaking. I weigh 200# geared to hunt. Watch their instructional videos on how to use LW equipment. Some users don't and therefore, don't climb, use, tie-off, or stabilize their products properly - and pay for it the hard way.