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Malta Hunting 30 ft Reflective Lifeline, 1-, 3-, 5- and 9-Packs
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Hunting Safety
Tree Stand Fall Protection for Hunters
Hunter fall protection is a tree stand fall arrest system: a full body harness with a shock-absorbing tether, a tree strap that anchors you to the tree, and a lifeline or lineman's climbing strap that keeps you connected while you climb up and down. Every Malta Hunting harness here is third-party tested by Intertek to ASTM F2337, the standard test method for tree stand fall arrest systems.
Shop tree stand harnesses, complete hunt essentials packs and 30 ft hunting lifelines below. Open the guide sections for comparisons, fall data and answers.
Compare Malta Hunting tree stand harnesses
| Harness kit | Rated capacity | Harness weight | Buckles | Sizes | Patterns | Third-party test |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hunter's Elite | 300 lb | 4.6 to 4.9 lb | Steel quick-connect, chest and legs | S-M, L-XL, 2XL, 3XL | Black, TrueTimber Kanati, TrueTimber Strata | Intertek, ASTM F2337-20 (2025) |
| Ultralight | 300 lb | Just over 2 lb | Aluminum quick-connect, chest and legs | S-M, L-XL, 2XL, 3XL | Forest Green, TrueTimber Kanati, Strata, Shadowbark | Intertek, ASTM F2337-20 (2025) |
| CORE | 300 lb | 2.0 to 2.2 lb | Steel pass-through legs | S-M, L-XL, 2XL | Coyote Tan | Intertek, ASTM F2337-22 (2026) |
| Youth Ultralight | 150 lb | Just over 2 lb | Quick-connect, chest and legs | One youth size | Forest Green, TrueTimber Kanati, Strata | Intertek, ASTM F2337-20 (2023) |
Every kit ships with a tree strap and a deer drag and suspension relief strap. Each harness has a shock-absorbing tether and sewn-in lineman's loops. Capacity means you plus your clothing and gear.
The five parts of a complete tree stand safety system
Malta's instruction manual says to stay connected from the moment you leave the ground until you are back on it. A complete system has five parts:
- Full body harness with tether. Arrests a fall and keeps you upright. Single safety belts and chest harnesses are not allowed. See tree stand harnesses.
- Tree strap. Wraps the trunk at or above head height so the tether has no slack when you sit. Included with every Malta Hunting harness kit.
- Lifeline. A 30 ft rope with a prusik knot you slide as you climb, for fixed stands up to 25 ft. See the 30 ft Reflective Lifeline or the Two-User Lifeline for buddy stands.
- Lineman's climbing strap. Keeps both hands free while you hang stands, sticks and steps. Included in every hunt essentials pack.
- Suspension relief strap. Lets you stand in a loop and relieve leg pressure while waiting for help after a fall. Included with every kit.
A hunt essentials pack puts the harness kit, the 30 ft lifeline and the lineman's strap in one box.
Which gear to use for each part of the hunt
| Situation | Stay connected with |
|---|---|
| Hanging a hang-on stand, sticks or steps | Lineman's climbing strap plus the tree strap and tether, staying doubly attached as you move past the platform |
| Climbing to and from a fixed stand that is already hung | A 30 ft lifeline with its prusik knot clipped to your harness tether |
| Sitting or standing in the stand | Tree strap and tether above your head with no slack, never attached to the stand itself |
| Two hunters on one tree | The two-user lifeline: one prusik and carabiner per hunter |
| After a fall, waiting for help | Suspension relief strap from your pocket, then your practiced recovery plan |
Always follow the instruction manual for your specific stand and harness. The full Malta manuals are linked on each product page.
Tree stand fall facts
Researchers at Marshfield Clinic and the Wisconsin DNR reviewed medically treated tree stand falls among deer hunters and found an average fall height of 12.5 ft, with 77% of falls during the archery-only season (VanWormer et al., Injury, 2016). The same paper calls tree stand falls the most common cause of injury to hunters in the United States, and describes typical stands as 10 to 30 ft off the ground. A fall from 12 ft is plenty to cause serious injury, which is why the gear above has to be worn from the first step to the last.
Hunter fall protection FAQ
What fall protection does a hunter need for a tree stand?
A full body harness with a tether, a tree strap, and a way to stay connected while climbing: a 30 ft lifeline for fixed stands or a lineman's climbing strap for hanging stands. Add a suspension relief strap. A hunt essentials pack includes all of it.
What is ASTM F2337?
ASTM F2337 is the standard test method for tree stand fall arrest systems. It drops weighted torsos feet first and face first and checks the harness holds, the fall indicator deploys and the harness does not stretch too far. Malta Hunting harnesses were tested to it by Intertek.
How much weight do Malta Hunting harnesses hold?
The adult Hunter's Elite, Ultralight and CORE kits are rated 300 lb, and the lifelines 300 lb per user. The Youth Ultralight is rated 150 lb. Ratings include you, your clothing and your gear.
Do I need a lifeline if I wear a harness?
A harness only protects you when it is connected to the tree. Many falls happen while climbing up or down, before or after the tree strap is attached. A lifeline keeps your tether connected the whole way up and down.
How long does a tree stand harness last?
Malta's manual says to remove a harness from service five years from the date of purchase, or from the manufacture date on the label if you lack proof of purchase, and to replace it after any fall. Inspect it before every hunt.
Can a youth hunter use a tree stand harness?
Yes, in a harness sized for them. The Youth Ultralight is rated to 150 lb. Malta's manual requires hunters under 16 to be instructed before each use and supervised by an adult at all times.