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Title: Chippewa Wedgeloc Treestands
Post by: jcprintz on December 05, 2012, 12:10:00 PM
I think I saw on a post awhile back that the makers of the Wedgeloc stands were closing down at the end of this year. I did a search and can't seem to find the post. That said, I've called the phone number and left 2 messages with no response.
Does anyone out there know what's going on?
Title: Re: Chippewa Wedgeloc Treestands
Post by: refugerambler on December 05, 2012, 12:15:00 PM
I recieved a brochure back in october from them and it said yes they are closing.
Title: Re: Chippewa Wedgeloc Treestands
Post by: Austin Brown on December 05, 2012, 12:15:00 PM
They are going out of business, I e-mailed them a week ago.  They do have some Ghost and Super Hex stands left to sell and some accessories, but that's it.
Title: Re: Chippewa Wedgeloc Treestands
Post by: jcprintz on December 05, 2012, 12:19:00 PM
Thanks guys....... I love my 2- Brutus Maximus stands and was hoping to secure another one before it was too late. I guess I'm relegated to the classifieds
Title: Re: Chippewa Wedgeloc Treestands
Post by: ChuckC on December 05, 2012, 01:27:00 PM
crud !

ChuckC
Title: Re: Chippewa Wedgeloc Treestands
Post by: RLA on December 05, 2012, 02:14:00 PM
I spoke with Rebecca Smith back in Sept. They are going out of business, I hope someone picks up the company and carries on, they are the best stand design on the market.
I bought the last two Chief models they had, I've had the Quest model and a set of there climbing sticks for years.
Title: Re: Chippewa Wedgeloc Treestands
Post by: ChuckC on December 05, 2012, 02:26:00 PM
are they still taking phone calls ?  Someone said there are still pieces and accesories available ?
ChuckC
Title: Re: Chippewa Wedgeloc Treestands
Post by: jcprintz on December 05, 2012, 02:36:00 PM
Just talked to Rebecca a few minutes ago. They have approximately 20 super -hex stands and couple of ghosts and that's it. Sure hope someone steps up and carries on the line. I agree with RLA they are the best design on the market.
Title: Re: Chippewa Wedgeloc Treestands
Post by: ChuckC on December 05, 2012, 03:18:00 PM
Juat called them.  They answered and I spoke to Mr. Smith.  

He said that they are no longer stocking the strap on rigging harnesses, they do have chain on harnesses, and they have a bunch of the rubber bumpers (these do wear out. .  thnk about that).  I ordered my supply for the shelf.  

I too hope someone buys the business and keeps it going.  I have used a Quest model for many years now and eventually I may need another.

ChuckC
Title: Re: Chippewa Wedgeloc Treestands
Post by: elkken on December 05, 2012, 03:31:00 PM
Thats too bad, great tree stands  ... and made in USA

I have had the Chief for several years now and it is sooo easy to hang and rock solid. i also have the climbing sticks but have not used them too much, they to are easy to use. I have used them around the yard to trim my bigger trees.
Title: Re: Chippewa Wedgeloc Treestands
Post by: toddster on December 05, 2012, 08:13:00 PM
yes, they are retiring and closing the buisness.  They are great people and wish them the best.  Like you all I love mine and agree hope someone steps up and carries the line on.
Title: Re: Chippewa Wedgeloc Treestands
Post by: Mint on December 06, 2012, 07:53:00 AM
They called me back after I left a message. My bumbers wore out this season. I bought six of them just in case. I figure i'm going to try to make my own straps with Shauns directions he posted on here awhile back.
Title: Re: Chippewa Wedgeloc Treestands
Post by: 23feetupandhappy on December 07, 2012, 08:59:00 PM
I bought one 7 years ago and I've never hung an easier stand!!!  And their Rock Solid!!!

It's a shame their going out of business!   :(