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Kevin1876
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If you did not see my post yesterday, I am trestandless at the moment. The one treestand I have had forever was about 10 years old and very heavey and clunky, but I felt safe up in the tree in it. It was also a gift from my grandmother one Christmas...so I have never been shopping for a treestand. I am trying to get one on a budget (since I had not planned on this purchase right now)...so price is a big factor (I would like to stay around $200 or less).
I plan to run to basspro and get one this Saturday so I can hunt next week. Looking at the BassPro site, for price, the API Hi-Point and the Gorilla Greyback climber are at the low end. The Gorilla Greyback Stealth HX is a step up and looks good for the price, but there is at least one bad review on it. The Summit 180 degree is on sale...it has the the most positive reviews...also the one I am leaning towards, but over what I want to spend by $40 or so after tax.
Anyone use any of these climbers? Aside from price, I have a little fear of heights...so feeling safe will be a factor. Of those four, I think the API and the Summit look safer than the Gorillas.
I am sure everyone has their favorites and their experiences. Any input (or if you have a "write in" suggestions to add to the list that I could easily get this weekend) would be appreciated.
Thanks,
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#2106919 - 10/11/10 01:15 PM
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You can't go wrong with the summit. I haven't tried the 180, but I have two other models, and they are great. They are light, easy to carry, attach quickly, very comfortable, and grip well on just about every kind of bark.
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#2106995 - 10/11/10 02:02 PM
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summit you will not be dissapointed
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#2107000 - 10/11/10 02:03 PM
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That API is what I use. It's a bit heavier than the Summit but the comfort level is awesome. It holds to a tree great as well.
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#2107006 - 10/11/10 02:06 PM
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Buckhunter72
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Registered: 10/12/09
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Loc: Wilson and Cannon County
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#2107080 - 10/11/10 03:08 PM
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Onelow69c10
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I like the ones they sale at Dicks right around $100 and comfortable its their brand I think. Yo can get them alot of times for $79 on sale. I am a big guy 285lbs and kinda scared of heights as well and am comfortable in them. Had one for 3yrs with no problems and got another this year.
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#2107101 - 10/11/10 03:19 PM
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Greg M
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Registered: 02/11/10
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I would say go with whatever brand, but inspect the quality at the store. There are alot of no-name brands that are built like tanks for not alot of dough. They just might creak a little more, but probably not that noticeably. Find a good sturdy one, buy an extra ratchet strap or two and make sure you wear a FAS and have a screw in step or two in your pocket just in case. These coupled with a nice solid tree, you are safe and in business.
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#2107137 - 10/11/10 03:33 PM
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cfmartin1833
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you may want to check out craigslist. I noticed there were several stands on there the other day fora really good price. That site has saved me alot of money over time.
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#2107143 - 10/11/10 03:37 PM
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cfmartin1833
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you may want to check out craigslist. I noticed there were several stands on there the other day fora really good price. That site has saved me alot of money over time.
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#2107147 - 10/11/10 03:41 PM
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Deerbuster1996
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Registered: 10/10/10
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Big Game deer stand a the best
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#2107148 - 10/11/10 03:41 PM
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Deerbuster1996
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#2107151 - 10/11/10 03:45 PM
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remember u get what u pay for. api or summit is good
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#2107176 - 10/11/10 04:04 PM
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JEL
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#2107187 - 10/11/10 04:14 PM
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Kevin1876
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I have heard good things about the Ol' Man a lot over the years...but what is up with the mesh chairs? They never look comfortable to me.
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#2107191 - 10/11/10 04:18 PM
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Deerbuster1996
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Registered: 10/10/10
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Im also looking for a quiet deer stand
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#2107192 - 10/11/10 04:19 PM
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Carlos Viagra
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The mesh seat was not the most comfortable for me, so I added one of those inflatable cushions. Works great when tied to the seat.
I've used OlMan, API, and Summit stands. My favorite is Summit but the API and OlMan stands were just as nice. I like the OlMan because you can flip the entire top section over and use the bar for a gun rest or changeup to a footrest during bow season. They are a little heavier than a Summit though.
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#2107196 - 10/11/10 04:21 PM
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I have heard good things about the Ol' Man a lot over the years...but what is up with the mesh chairs? They never look comfortable to me.
its like bein in a hammock, i use ol'man vision stands, i can literally sleep in them, they are super quiet and hug a tree as tight as a hippie, also they pack flat which makes them feel lighter than they are
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#2107220 - 10/11/10 04:36 PM
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Robbhorn
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I'd just read alot of reviews and go from there.
Also... Save yourself a few bucks. Get on sportsmansguide.com and see of they have what your looking for before paying the ungodly mark ups at a retail joint like that
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#2107245 - 10/11/10 05:04 PM
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A Summit,and pack it out woth you,sorry about the loss
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#2107251 - 10/11/10 05:09 PM
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JDBinTN
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my favorite as well
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#2107261 - 10/11/10 05:20 PM
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Bone Collector
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Registered: 09/09/09
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Summit. I have a viper an love it.
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#2107266 - 10/11/10 05:27 PM
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mathews338
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got a basspro mag in mail and summit is on sale right now for $229
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#2107285 - 10/11/10 05:47 PM
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redblood
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I use the summit open shot. It is tiny and only weighs 14 or 15 lbs. But if you have any fear of heights it ain't for u
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#2107345 - 10/11/10 06:47 PM
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Greg M
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Registered: 02/11/10
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I like the Titan I have, but well out of what you suggested. I never feared falling out of a stand, it was the sudden stop at the end.
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#2107372 - 10/11/10 07:09 PM
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chip
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Ol-man,love mine very comfortable .I use the foot rest when bow hunting ,so you don't have any obstructions.I also use it during gun season and rest off my knee super steady.If I bought a new stand tommorrow it would be another old-man...
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#2107533 - 10/11/10 08:13 PM
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gator-n-buck
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This is a hard one..... SUMMIT.... 
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#2107730 - 10/11/10 09:18 PM
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RKenney
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I hope you get the deer stand that you want for less than $200,
but if you don't get it in time for your next hunt.....deer can
actually be killed from the ground...believe it or not.
I am sorry for your loss due to low life, but you don't have to
rush things. Look around and you might find a super tree stand
for less than $100 dollars. It doesn't have to be a new "mall"
priced stand.
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#2107735 - 10/11/10 09:20 PM
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#2107805 - 10/11/10 09:52 PM
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just bought a new 2010 summit viper ss on ebay for 227$ no sales tax free shipping. After tax at bass pro that stand is over 300$. plenty of stands on ebay for a good price. just buy from a power seller. good luck
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#2107860 - 10/11/10 10:16 PM
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I use Summit
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#2107966 - 10/12/10 12:36 AM
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we have 4 or 5 summitt climbers and if there is ever need for another, it will be a summitt.
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