CPSCJuly 14, 2010

Muddy Outdoors Climbing Sticks recall: Fall Hazard

Muddy Outdoors Recalls Climbing Sticks Due to Fall Hazard

Why was Muddy Outdoors Climbing Sticks recalled?

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.

What should I do if I have this product?

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 [email protected]

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Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.

Product
2009 Muddy Outdoors tree climbing sticks
Company
Muddy Outdoors, of Camdenton, Mo.
Quantity
Approximately 2,550
Sold at
Directly from Muddy Outdoors via Internet/telephone sales and other outdoor sports retailers nationwide from July 2009 through April 2010 for about $35 (model 70301) and about $130 (model 70304).
Recall date
July 14, 2010
Incidents / injuries
CPSC has received two reports of bolts breaking on a climbing stick. No reports of injuries.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

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.

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