#1904935 - 04/29/10 01:55 PM
New folding Summit climber
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String Music
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Anybody seen the new climbers? They now fold flat during transportion. I like this addition a lot!
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#1905182 - 04/29/10 06:20 PM
Re: New folding Summit climber
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Football Hunter
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not real "new" I dont think,donthave one of he "new" ones yet,but look good
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#1905190 - 04/29/10 06:26 PM
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Mr.Bro
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Every climber i ever used that folded either squeeked or wasn't stable or both.But knowing Sommit they will make it right.
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#1905223 - 04/29/10 06:40 PM
Re: New folding Summit climber
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Football Hunter
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I bet your right
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#1905473 - 04/29/10 08:53 PM
Re: New folding Summit climber
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tickweed
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Like 2 see one!
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#1908951 - 05/02/10 06:34 PM
Re: New folding Summit climber
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I always worry about to many moving parts in my tree stands... Noise or parts that could break...
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#1909508 - 05/03/10 07:20 AM
Re: New folding Summit climber
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BigWes50
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I've seen em they look good and Summit is a great company. I had an issue with my Titan I bought last year and they replaced everything and mailed everything with zero problems. Its hard to beat a company that has great products and great customer service!
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#1912376 - 05/05/10 07:10 AM
Re: New folding Summit climber
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pse2
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Got a new bowhunting magazine yesterday that had this stand in it looks like around $300.It looks like Viper bar across front cant remember the name of it..
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#1912715 - 05/05/10 12:32 PM
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Had a loggy Bayeux one time that was aluminum and folded. It was awesome....except when I moved it squeaked!
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#1912945 - 05/05/10 04:30 PM
Re: New folding Summit climber
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bobthebowhunter
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Every climber i ever used that folded either squeeked or wasn't stable or both.But knowing Sommit they will make it right.
You haven't sat in a Lone Wolf then. Lone Wolf has had quality climbers that fold flat for years. A little heavy, but I'll never switch.
But after all it doesn't say summit on it so I'm sure no one will check it out.
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#1912948 - 05/05/10 04:39 PM
Re: New folding Summit climber
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Lone Wolf has had quality climbers that fold flat for years. A little heavy, but I'll never switch.
Actually, the Lone Wolf climber is lighter than a Summit.
I've been favorably impressed with everything I've ever tried that came from Lone Wolf.
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#1919645 - 05/10/10 05:56 PM
Re: New folding Summit climber
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turkeyhunter64
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Not new. They made a bullet backpacker a few years ago. It is a re-vamp it looks like. I have one of the backpackers and like it very well. Does not make a lot of noise. Here is a link to the backpacker.
http://www.summitstands.com/catalog.aspx?catid=bullet
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#1919815 - 05/10/10 08:31 PM
Re: New folding Summit climber
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stylishblueticks
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i just looked at one they look pretty good
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#1920076 - 05/11/10 06:28 AM
Re: New folding Summit climber
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I dunno, I personally don't see much advantage with a stand that folds up flat. It weighs the same either way. Now, I have to take extra time to unfold it. They have more potential "squeak" points. My summit Goliath carries quite well. But, everyone has their likes and dislikes. I always preferred the quicker, quieter I could get a stand on the tree, the better!
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#1920175 - 05/11/10 08:11 AM
Re: New folding Summit climber
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Mr.Bro
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Every climber i ever used that folded either squeeked or wasn't stable or both.But knowing Sommit they will make it right. You haven't sat in a Lone Wolf then. Lone Wolf has had quality climbers that fold flat for years. A little heavy, but I'll never switch. But after all it doesn't say summit on it so I'm sure no one will check it out.
You are correct sir.I have never owned a Lone Wolf.I will never try one either until they replace their seat.Every time Lone Wolf comes up on a thread in Archery Talk all you hear is how uncomfortable the seats are.If it was just 1 or 2 times i wouldnt think anythink about it.But it comes up everytime.$400 stand and the seat is terrible.
Oh by the way i dont use a Summit i use a Cougar Claw,IMO the best stand made.
Stands are like trucks and bows.Different strokes for different folks.
Good luck and good hunting.
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#1922048 - 05/12/10 01:36 PM
Re: New folding Summit climber
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Every climber i ever used that folded either squeeked or wasn't stable or both.But knowing Sommit they will make it right. You haven't sat in a Lone Wolf then. Lone Wolf has had quality climbers that fold flat for years. A little heavy, but I'll never switch. But after all it doesn't say summit on it so I'm sure no one will check it out. You are correct sir.I have never owned a Lone Wolf.I will never try one either until they replace their seat.Every time Lone Wolf comes up on a thread in Archery Talk all you hear is how uncomfortable the seats are.If it was just 1 or 2 times i wouldnt think anythink about it.But it comes up everytime.$400 stand and the seat is terrible. Oh by the way i dont use a Summit i use a Cougar Claw,IMO the best stand made. Stands are like trucks and bows.Different strokes for different folks. Good luck and good hunting.
You have been misinformed on the seat on a Lone Wolf being "Terrible". I do use an additional cushion when sitting long stints in one, but its actually one of the most versatile seats on the market, with heigth and leveling adjustments not found on the cheaper stands mentioned here. The pros far outweigh the cons on a Lone Wolf seat, and the entire stand for that matter, and its a far superior stand to the Summits and definitely the cougar claws, IMO! But thats all it is an opinion. I personally favor the old style Loggy Bayous over anything else to bowhunt from, very light and fold flat, quiet and absolutely nothing to get in the way of any bowshot that presents itself. How anybody can bowhunt from a stand with a bar around the front is beyond me, as you are setting yourself up for dissapointment sooner or later, when you cant shoot because of the rail in your way, and yes I guarantee if you hunt long enough it WILL happen! Im not one of the Summit groupies myself, I do think they make a good mid grade stand, but they have a lot of problems with their quality as well. I have saw dozens of posts on this website alone of how good their customer service is, due to having problems with their stands. Its great to have good customer service, but when I buy a product I hope I never have a conversation with customer service, as if the company is doing its job you wont have to right???
Lots of good stands out their these days compared to 20 years ago, buy what suits you best!
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#1922103 - 05/12/10 01:55 PM
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Football Hunter
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COOL! Im a member of "Summit Groupies"!!! I like mine,hope everyone likes whatever they hunt in.As for bow hunting,Im tall,6 4" ,I adjust the seat lower,never had a problem with the bar,but could see how if your not tall it could get you.Never had a conversation with their customer service,but its nice to know they are good.
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#1928761 - 05/17/10 06:16 PM
Re: New folding Summit climber
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The way my Viper and Goliath stands fit so tight and snug together, I see no advantage whatsoever in a folding stand, unles I was travelling to the woods in a compact car instead of a truck. My API Grand Slam was usually pretty good, too, except the little straps that held them together while packing occasionally came loose and allowed clciking noises.
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#1929922 - 05/18/10 03:18 PM
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would be nice to have one that folds flat for transportation. I love my viper. The smartest thing I did was get one with the foot rest. I fold up the seat and sit on the top part of the seat while leaning against the tree with my fee on the foot rest. Kind of half standing / have sitting. can do this for about 3 hours without moving. Then when I catch sight of a deer will be able to stand up for the bow shot without much movement. At least not as much if I was coming from a full sitting position.
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#1929966 - 05/18/10 04:29 PM
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bobthebowhunter
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Every climber i ever used that folded either squeeked or wasn't stable or both.But knowing Sommit they will make it right. You haven't sat in a Lone Wolf then. Lone Wolf has had quality climbers that fold flat for years. A little heavy, but I'll never switch. But after all it doesn't say summit on it so I'm sure no one will check it out. You are correct sir.I have never owned a Lone Wolf.I will never try one either until they replace their seat.Every time Lone Wolf comes up on a thread in Archery Talk all you hear is how uncomfortable the seats are.If it was just 1 or 2 times i wouldnt think anythink about it.But it comes up everytime.$400 stand and the seat is terrible. Oh by the way i dont use a Summit i use a Cougar Claw,IMO the best stand made. Stands are like trucks and bows.Different strokes for different folks. Good luck and good hunting.
I'll agree the seat wasn't the greatest. I replaced mine with one of of a no-namer that I was using that already had my but print in it. lol. I think LW has some new seat on them now looks better, but I haven't sat in it.
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#1931400 - 05/19/10 08:31 PM
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What Bro said.....hopefully Summit can get it right.
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#1931405 - 05/19/10 08:32 PM
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Boone 58
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I had an api predator.....noisest stand i have ever owned and one of the worst to get open and on the tree. But once on it one of the most comfortable.....Wouldnt have another....
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#1935739 - 05/23/10 08:04 AM
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Are you referring to the "backpacker" models? If so, they are not really new. I have had for for a few years. I love it. It took all the "bulkyness" out of carrying my regular Summitt through the woods. I have had several Summitt models prior to the backpacker, and liked them all. The backpackers just makes it a lot easier and quieter going through cover. Folds up just like a back pack.
http://www.summitstands.com/catalog.aspx?catid=broadhead
The additional pics shows the stand folded up on his back.
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#1936870 - 05/24/10 10:25 AM
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String Music
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Are you referring to the "backpacker" models? If so, they are not really new. I have had for for a few years. I love it. It took all the "bulkyness" out of carrying my regular Summitt through the woods. I have had several Summitt models prior to the backpacker, and liked them all. The backpackers just makes it a lot easier and quieter going through cover. Folds up just like a back pack. http://www.summitstands.com/catalog.aspx?catid=broadhead The additional pics shows the stand folded up on his back.
Nope. The new line of Summit stands are all foldable I believe.
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#1957246 - 06/11/10 07:11 PM
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SpursNFeathers
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Lone Wolf has had quality climbers that fold flat for years. A little heavy, but I'll never switch. Actually, the Lone Wolf climber is lighter than a Summit. I've been favorably impressed with everything I've ever tried that came from Lone Wolf.
Ditto. I am a Summit convert. Summits are good stands, but the Lone Wolf climber is lighter, quieter, and backpacks better.
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