[TowerTalk] Climbing Glen Martin M-18 Tower

[Michael Tope]

I was given 40ft of Glen Martin M-18 Aluminum Tower a few years ago 
along with the accompanying Hazer tram system. I am thinking of actually 
putting it up this summer. In theory with the Hazer, I shouldn't need to 
climb this tower, but if for some reason I do I was wondering if the 
M-18 sections are safe to climb? I weigh about 195 lbs and am a little 
concerned about the strength of the horizontal aluminum cross braces (I 
am worried they will bend. Anyone have experience climbing Glen Martin 
M-18?

Thanks!

Mike W4EF...........