Turkeygirl Posted September 8, 2016 Report Share Posted September 8, 2016 Wondering if you guys have any recommendation on a lightweight climbing stand? I want to get something so I can move around, take it on state land, etc. I don't want to spend an arm and a leg, but you get what you pay for. Looking at Summit Viper/Viper mini. LoneWolf looks like but way too pricey. Any other thoughts? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtnhunt Posted September 8, 2016 Report Share Posted September 8, 2016 No complaints with my summit. Very comfortable climber. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fly Posted September 9, 2016 Report Share Posted September 9, 2016 Vipers are a bit bulky and heavy. I prefer the open shot for archery hunts where I nave to travel long distances (over my viper). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtnhunt Posted September 9, 2016 Report Share Posted September 9, 2016 The model i have was supposed to have been a cabelas exclusive way back when i bought it. It was the python model. It was made just before the stirrups came out and i added them the next year. Has a pivoting foot/rifle rest that can be raised or lowered depending on whether using for bow or gun. It is not the lightest but it is easy to climb with and is comfortable. Not sure which model nowadays would be comparable, looks like the razor is the closest to my summit. I have a comparable aluminum lightweight climber made by gorilla that is just not the same. Seat and bar on the back kill my back on the gorilla. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbHunterNY Posted September 11, 2016 Report Share Posted September 11, 2016 I use my open shot all the time. when I hunt public land deep in it it helps. no bells and whistles at all that adds weight. seats that fold up are nice. not sure if there's a climber that has that though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbHunterNY Posted September 11, 2016 Report Share Posted September 11, 2016 I use my open shot all the time. when I hunt public land deep in it it helps. no bells and whistles at all that adds weight. seats that fold up are nice. not sure if there's a climber that has that though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhino Posted September 12, 2016 Report Share Posted September 12, 2016 Not being a fan of climbers I honestly can't say what's best for you Ruth. It depends on if you want a climber that just has a hand climber or one designed to sit & climb (easier to climb trees). A sit & climb designed stand is probably going to be heavier than a hand climber style. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stinger-Hunter Posted September 20, 2016 Report Share Posted September 20, 2016 I owned a summit, they are heavy, very loud and unbelievable comfortable. You may be tempted to leave it in the woods during the middle of the day. I did this but had mine stolen even after I hid it. Had another stolen from the bed of my truck. Darn it they were comfortable, though. If you're going to go with a climber, get the best and protect it. Pack it in and out of the woods every time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheHawkeyeState Posted September 21, 2016 Report Share Posted September 21, 2016 I have heard nothing but good things about summit climbers. I've used someone else's a few times and they are extremely comfortable. With that said I'm not a huge climber fan and prefer ladder and hang on stands. I purchased an API a couple years ago and ended up selling it. So from what I have heard about summit from people who like climbers and the few times I used one, I don't think you can go wrong with a summit. Sent from my SM-G930V using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turkeygirl Posted October 7, 2016 Author Report Share Posted October 7, 2016 Well I ordered a Summit Mini Viper. Midway USA had them on sale for $229 and even with shipping, that's less than anyone else. I got a couple other things so that added to my total of course Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stinger-Hunter Posted October 14, 2016 Report Share Posted October 14, 2016 (edited) That's a great price! I'm curious how you got that. Listed at $279.00 today. Let us know how it works for you. Edited October 14, 2016 by Stinger-Hunter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strut10 Posted November 13, 2016 Report Share Posted November 13, 2016 Still using a Loggy Bayou Loggy Lite from, like, 25 years ago. GREAT lightweight stand at about 9 or 10 lbs. But, obviously, unavailable anymore. Have a buddy who works for Summit. He really likes the Mini Viper. Let us know what you think of It Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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