Eric Posted October 19, 2008 Report Share Posted October 19, 2008 Hello All I was wondering what the best climbing treestand to buy would be.I am 6' and 220 pds. Looking for any and all opinions. Those that have certain models are there certain things you don't like about them? How about have to replace cables etc. I currently have 2 ladders and 2 lock on portables. Portables can take significant time to set in place and ladders requires help for a friend. I just think a climber would be the best solution. Get numerous trees trimmed and being able to be mobel and also not having to worry about thieves. I just want to get the best one possible. Also where I could get certain brands. Thanks Eric Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michiganbowhunter_SQ2 Posted October 19, 2008 Report Share Posted October 19, 2008 You'll get a few different answers on which one is the best. IMO, it is hard to beat a Summit. Easy to set up and VERY comfortable. I don't think there is one thing I don't like about my Goliath. I have had to for around 4-5 years and have had no problems with it. The cables are in perfect shape, and if they ever need replacing they canbe ordered from Summit or I knw know some other places sell them, Cabelas being one place. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sskybnd Posted October 19, 2008 Report Share Posted October 19, 2008 mo, is the equilizer, as you climb a tree, it starts to get smaller around making your stand start to lean forward, with the equilizer as you climb it has 2 handles that you turn one on bottom, and one on top that will level the stand as you climb, so you will not be leaning forward. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtnhunt Posted October 19, 2008 Report Share Posted October 19, 2008 Have had a few, summit has been the best I have owned, very comfortable and pretty quiet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
13littleones Posted October 19, 2008 Report Share Posted October 19, 2008 I have a summit 360,,,,,, all I do is face the tree now, rifle or bow hunting..... 9 out of 10 times I end up I will facing the tree, its greeaaatt.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChasinTail Posted October 19, 2008 Report Share Posted October 19, 2008 I love my Lone Wolf. A little pricey and probably not the most comfortable on the market but not uncomfortable either. Takes about 2 minutes to take off tree and have back in "backback" configuration without making any noise. No pins to lose, uses a cam lock system to adjust tree straps. Folds down to briefcase size to carry and dosnt catch on every branch on the way out! Super light weight. Depends on what you look for in a stand, comfort, noise, weight, mobility, ect... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orion_70 Posted October 20, 2008 Report Share Posted October 20, 2008 For long duration hunts, nothing beats the Treelounge. If I have a good spot I know I'll be spending hours at a time in the tree or during the rut, I use the Treelounge. If it's quick hunts, Summit.. Sets up easier Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EKYhunter Posted October 20, 2008 Report Share Posted October 20, 2008 I own and use Summit. They are great stands. Having said that, I think Lone Wolf makes the BEST treestands. If I were buying new, I'd seriously look at the LW. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Illinois59 Posted October 20, 2008 Report Share Posted October 20, 2008 My personal choice for the last 15 years has been Summit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WestKyTeacher Posted October 20, 2008 Report Share Posted October 20, 2008 I have the summit viper and love it, that is when I get it back from my brother long enough to use it! It is the only one I have ever used or owned, but I have no complaints about it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rhine16 Posted October 20, 2008 Report Share Posted October 20, 2008 I love my Ol' Man, but hate my brothers Ol Man which is last years model I believe. Mine was made around 2002 I think. It is without a doubt the most comfortable stand I hunt from. If you were to go Ol' Man/Gorrila, make sure your seat(netting type seat) is moveable where you can sit on it to face the tree and climb, and step over it to sit against the tree. Plus that type of seat is more comfortable than the tighter seat in my opinion. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOYTnMUZZYboy Posted October 23, 2008 Report Share Posted October 23, 2008 I love my LoneWolf. IMO there great stands, a lil pricey, but mine has held up to everything I have put it through, and lets just say im not real easy on my stuff haha. There are all kinds of great stands out there, best thing to do is go somewhere, where you can possibly sit in one or if a buddy has one ask him to borrow it. Kinda like buying a bow, you may love it and the next guy might hate it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nyhunter22 Posted October 23, 2008 Report Share Posted October 23, 2008 ive had my API climber for around 5 years i think and its held up great. it is exactly like the alumi-tech except without the footrest and it has the nylon straps for climbing instead of the bracket things that they use now. i gotta admit that sitting 3 days all day gets a little rough on your back like last weekend but for the quality and safety its worth it id recommend it but now its discontinued i think? but the alumitech is almost the same thing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric Posted October 26, 2008 Author Report Share Posted October 26, 2008 Finally decied what to buy! Hello All First thanks for the replys and input. I looked at the lone wolfs and was not real enthused I guess plus very expensive. I decided to get the new Summit Titan. I liked the Viper SS but the dealer has that model and is much shorter and a smaller build than I am. So I chose the Titan for more room in the stand for those long days on stand. Eric Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tectonic007 Posted October 26, 2008 Report Share Posted October 26, 2008 I have tried several types of climbers. I have to say, I like Summit the best for two main reasons. First, its very quiet. Second, its very comfortable. I have been using my Summit for over 10 years now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fly Posted October 29, 2008 Report Share Posted October 29, 2008 The Summit climbers are my favorite. I have an add for the Summit Ultra Viper on sale for 199.00 at Cabela's starting the 30th. http://www.cabelas.com/cabelas/en/templates/product/standard-item.jsp?_DARGS=/cabelas/en/common/catalog/item-link.jsp_A&_DAV=MainCatcat20712-cat20047&id=0057204418570a&navCount=2&podId=0057204&parentId=cat20047&masterpathid=&navAction=push&catalogCode=QX&rid=&parentType=index&indexId=cat20047&hasJS=true Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swamphunter Posted October 29, 2008 Report Share Posted October 29, 2008 I have the Summit Cobra XLS and I love it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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