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IAbowhunter18

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While I was out scouting today i saw that the land where i hunt has a lot of trees perfect for a climbing stand. I was wandering what some of you would suggest for me to get. I need Comfort, Durability, Quiet, and easy of climbing. I dont care how much it cost, money is no option. Some suggestions would be great.

Thanks in advance,
IAbowhunter
 
IAbowhunter18,
I have last year's model of the Summmit Viper, and I love it. It is quiet, light, and very comfortable. It comes with a padded backrest, and cushions for all side rails. It also comes equipped with rapid climbing stirrups to help you climb the tree quicker and more easily. It cost around $250. It also comes with backpack straps so you can wear it as a backpack. One thing that I like about it is that I can just put it on my back, walk into my hunting area and when I find a good place to set-up, I simply climb a tree. I already have treestands put up, but I use this for the areas that I don't already have treestands in. For instance, last season, I was hunting a ridge line and noticed that all of the deer movement was about 75 yards below me in the valley. The next morning I carried my climbing stand in with me, set up, and harvested a big doe. My advice is to go with a Summit climbing stand, they are well worth the price.
 
I have two climbing stands. A lone wolf and an API. The lone wolf is very quiet and light. Neither is a sit and climb and because of this I don't like the lone wolf as much for climbing because you have to put your fet under the rails which isn't that secure for your feet. You also have to climb the LW by doing a pull up which I found to be easiest. But it is really nice for sneaking in a spot quietly and that is a little far. Also because it is so light I don't think it sits tight in the tree. You get the good with the bad.
The API on the otherhand is heavier and louder. So I prefer using this on easy to get to spots that won't make the stand clank around. It sits real tight and is pretty comfy. Just not that stealthy.
 
I've got a treelounge and like it a lot - it has a sling style seat so is comfortable for a long sit during the rut. You need to get it with the "bowhunting adapter" kit so it has the platform to stand on if you plan to bowhunt out of it. Since it is the only climber I"ve ever used I don't have a comparison to other models. I think it is also in the $250 range.
 
I have a Summit Goliath(I tip the scales around 3 bills) and it is the most comfortable stand i've ever used. Well built stands and comfort go along way when on an all day hunt in the November woods.
 
IA18,
I have used nearly every climber made and by far the best is Ol Man. It is easy to put up, only one side needs to be adjusted, it is quiet and comfortable. The seat is a net which conforms to the shape of your bottom and gives a little. By the way Ol Man was bought out this year by Gorilla, but the climber is nearly identical. I assure you the best climber out there.
 
Just to respond to your post Jdub, you only need to adjust one side also on the Summit climbing stands, I don't know if you have ever used one or not.....just a little bit of extra information to help you with your decision IA18
 
I bought a Summit Viper before the start of this season and without ever owning or using a climbing stand before this...I'd have to say I'm very happy with it. It's super comfy and very easy to get in and out of trees with a little practice. Practice probably being that I never have used a climber before. It probably took me 3-4 times hunting with it to get all the tricks and some technique figured out. My vote is for this one...if you like a bar in front of you. If you don't, look at their whole line of stands and pick one.
 
I have a summit cobra and love it.We hunt more out of climber's now than hang on's,they are alot more confortable then a hang on.I also will say that they stand behind there product 100%!
 
just a note for all of you climber guys out there to be careful. (any stand hunter for that matter...) a buddy of mine took a fall opening day. he told me to tell everyone i know to be more careful. his mistake was taking the top of the stand off the tree to get by a limb. he said he'd never done this before, he normally cuts and limb in the way while remaining in the frame of the stand. he lost his balance and fell out backwards. he landed on his neck and shoulders from 20 feet up and is fortunate to only be paralyzed now from the waist down.
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it could have been much worse... BE CAREFUL THIS SEASON!
 
Thanks for the info guys, I too appreciate it. I bought my first climber last season. It was cheaper steel climber. I have never looked back, and next season I will take some recommendations you have stated to purchase a lighter, quieter stand than I currently have. No more screw in steps for me or hanging a stand.
For me the climber is it!!
 
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