CPSC Recall - Issued 12/20/2012
Muddy Outdoors Recalls Climbing Sticks Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death
Manufacturer: Classic Asia Group
Product: Muddy Outdoors Tree Climbing Sticks
Hazard: Muddy Outdoors tree climbing sticks
Injuries: The firm has received four reports of the climbing sticks breaking. There have been no reported injuries.
Description: The recalled Muddy Outdoors climbing sticks are used to climb trees. They consist of a 20-inch black center stick with tree cleats and fold-out steps on each end. A black and burnt orange-colored rope fastened by a cam cleat secures the stick to the tree. The tree cleats have single metal tabs or posts. Model number 70401 or 70404 is printed on the packaging. The climbing sticks were sold individually or in packs of four.
Remedy: Refund/Replace
Sold At: Bass Pro, Cabela’s, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Scheel’s and other hunting and outdoor stores nationwide from July 2012 through October 2012 for about $50 when sold individually and $160 when sold in a pack of four.
Units: About 1,500
Consumer Contact: Muddy Outdoors; toll-free at (877) 366-8339, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or online at www.gomuddy.com and click on “Muddy Info-Latest News” or “Products-Muddy Outdoors-Sticks” section for more information.
Company Website: www.gomuddy.com
