[Deerman1]

I already use a HSS for hunting, but am looking to be safer while hanging stands. What systems do you guys use to be hands free while hanging stands

 

[ShortHanded]

check out the retractor from fallguy, aka integrated safety systems

 

[Midlife Crisis]

I just use a lineman's belt with a full body harness and cinch myself up fairly close to the tree. Once the stand is in I put in a homemade Summit Climbing System and leave that setup all season long so I'm protected with one connection from the time I leave the ground to go up into the stand until I climb back down - no switching ropes, connections, or anything.