need a new treestand

[Nsghunter]

I bought an Old man Grand Vision (I think) climber from a member on here about 5 years ago. The stand is great and I really love it. Unfortunately I noticed that its wore out in a way that I think is going to cause some safety issues and need to replace it. I contacted Ol man stands and they explained that it was made before they acquired the company and they couldn't sell me any parts for it.

I am in the market for a new climbing stand now. I prefer aluminum stand and also I want a stand with the honeycomb on the platform vs. the bars.

The only aluminum climbing stand I've seen with the honeycomb platform is an API climber. Does anyone know anything about API? are they a good brand? I tried to link the climber but unfortunately I can't because my work computer has many websites it deems not "safe".

 

[tree_ghost]

API is a good brand and makes a solid tree stand. When I used the bow hunter model however they used pins to lock the chain in place. I'm not a fan of pins. I would also encourage you to look at Lone Wolf sit climb. No pins, honey comb platform, very quiet, and packs very well into the woods. You can replace the factory seat with a hazemore silent seat and you'll have a similar setup to your old man stand.

 

[Jcalder]

If I was gonna buy a climber it would be a summit Goliath, if you're smaller framed a viper would be fine.

 

[PossumSlayer]

If I was gonna buy a climber it would be a summit Goliath, if you're smaller framed a viper would be fine.

I'm small framed and wish I hadn't bought the viper, excellent stand but small.

 

[flankston]

I'm small framed and wish I hadn't bought the viper, excellent stand but small.

What do you consider small framed possum?

 

[PossumSlayer]

What do you consider small framed possum?

5'10" 170#
I'm old and need wiggle room

 

[flankston]

5'10" 170#
I'm old and need wiggle room

Lol I'm close to that size. A little heavier but was curious as to how someone my size would fit in the viper

 

[PossumSlayer]

Lol I'm close to that size. A little heavier but was curious as to how someone my size would fit in the viper

Go bigger thank me later! Standing up and turning around to pee or climb down is tight.

 

[flankston]

Go bigger thank me later! Standing up and turning around to pee or climb down is tight.

I've been looking at the 180 max by summit. Currently have a XOP and love it but I have issues with the seat. Very good for packing but not all day sits. I've been doing more all day sits this year and not coming down until after dark but feel as I've been beaten with a baseball bat the next day.

 

[Snake]

Lol I'm close to that size. A little heavier but was curious as to how someone my size would fit in the viper

I'm 5' 9" 182 and hunt out of a Summit Viper . Actually have two more .

 

[muddyboots]

I love my summit vipers. With that said i
Like the Goliath better. I leave frames in my best spots and take my seat in and out. I've got a couple been in same trees for years.

 

[PossumSlayer]

I use one of these cushions in my seat , makes a huge difference!

 

[Nsghunter]

API is a good brand and makes a solid tree stand. When I used the bow hunter model however they used pins to lock the chain in place. I'm not a fan of pins. I would also encourage you to look at Lone Wolf sit climb. No pins, honey comb platform, very quiet, and packs very well into the woods. You can replace the factory seat with a hazemore silent seat and you'll have a similar setup to your old man stand.

I really like lone wolf but i am concerned my back my not tolerate one. I have an alpha and I love it but for some reason is hurts my back terribly. Maybe the sit and climb wouldn't be as bad. IDK that aftermarket seat might be the trick.

 

[EastTNHunter]

I'm 5' 9" 182 and hunt out of a Summit Viper . Actually have two more .

I'm 5'10" and 205. My viper is plenty big enough and I find it quite comfortable. I setup my old one with a hazemore seat for archery

 

[Knothead]

I bought an Old man Grand Vision (I think) climber from a member on here about 5 years ago. The stand is great and I really love it. Unfortunately I noticed that its wore out in a way that I think is going to cause some safety issues and need to replace it. I contacted Ol man stands and they explained that it was made before they acquired the company and they couldn't sell me any parts for it.

I am in the market for a new climbing stand now. I prefer aluminum stand and also I want a stand with the honeycomb on the platform vs. the bars.

The only aluminum climbing stand I've seen with the honeycomb platform is an API climber. Does anyone know anything about API? are they a good brand? I tried to link the climber but unfortunately I can't because my work computer has many websites it deems not "safe".

I have an API climber that's probably only been used 5-6 times. I bought it, but soon after, hurt my back and just didn't use it much but opted for ladder stands or shooting houses. Now, I've just gotten spoiled to those and do not climb. It's like new condition.
It has the fold down bar (the bar you sit on while ascending/descending) as an option for those who like the concept of the open shot that Summit offers. Chains are in excellent shape as is the seat. Comes with shoulder straps, stirrups, bow holder, and a camo bag you can hang on the armrest. Very comfortable stand. You'll be hard pressed to find a stand that grips a tree like the API does. It has aggressive 'teeth' for a good grip. Make me an offer.

 

[Snake]

I have an API climber that's probably only been used 5-6 times. I bought it, but soon after, hurt my back and just didn't use it much but opted for ladder stands or shooting houses. Now, I've just gotten spoiled to those and do not climb. It's like new condition.
It has the fold down bar (the bar you sit on while ascending/descending) as an option for those who like the concept of the open shot that Summit offers. Chains are in excellent shape as is the seat. Comes with shoulder straps, stirrups, bow holder, and a camo bag you can hang on the armrest. Very comfortable stand. You'll be hard pressed to find a stand that grips a tree like the API does. It has aggressive 'teeth' for a good grip. Make me an offer.

There you go ....

 

[Gravey]

5'10" 170#
I'm old and need wiggle room

Lol I'm close to that size. A little heavier but was curious as to how someone my size would fit in the viper

I'm 5'10" and 205. My viper is plenty big enough and I find it quite comfortable. I setup my old one with a hazemore seat for archery

I'm right there with EastTNhunter sizewise and find the viper plenty comfortable.

 

[PossumSlayer]

I'm right there with EastTNhunter sizewise and find the viper plenty comfortable.

Maybe you have more padding and short legs

 

[Gravey]

Maybe you have more padding and short legs

Maybe

 

[PossumSlayer]

Maybe

I work with a young man that I pick on tremendously…. Trevor you need some overalls… my torso is too long he ment to say I have a 28" inseam and I'm 5'10"!