Muddy Outdoors Recalls Climbing Sticks Due to Fall Hazard
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The hazard
Bolts that secure the cam locks to the frame of these climbing sticks that retains the rope around the tree can break, allowing the cam locks to detach from the frame.
Incidents reported: CPSC has received two reports of bolts breaking on a climbing stick. No reports of injuries.
What to do now
Consumers should immediately stop using these climbing sticks and return the climbing sticks to Muddy Outdoors for a refund, exchange or manufacturer's credit.
Contact: For additional information contact Muddy Outdoors toll-free at (877) 366-8339 between 8:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.gomuddy.com or e-mail the firm at info@gomuddy.com
About this recall
The recalled climbing sticks are used for climbing a tree and include 2009 year Model 70301 - Muddy Outdoors climbing stick (a 20-inch single climbing stick) and 2009 year Model 70304 - Muddy Outdoors climbing stick (4-pack of 20-inch climbing sticks). The year and model number are printed on a label on the front of the main vertical frame of the climbing stick just below the two cam locks.
Product photos
Photos: U.S. CPSC