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Not climbable is a pretty loose term, IMO. If I need one Ill call for it, but many climbers drag it with them for their entire climb.

I rarely use one in a tree, mostly from the ground. Come to think of it, I'm rarely in a tree. Can count on one hand how many trees Ive climbed this year. They are a valuable tool, and I wouldnt be without one on site, but like butch says, I think they are widely overused.

When I need a crutch, it will be a strong one

We use both. Basswood are nice and light and have more bend. Ash are heavier, generally more solid and harder to break. For durability I prefer Ash but they weigh twice what a basswood one does, or it seems twice anyway.