I'm looking to get a portable lightweight tree stand and steps. Having trouble deciding. What do you guys think about Lone Wolf or the Chippewa. I want something that's easy to set up, and packs together well for in and out hunts.I currently have a summit viper ss climber which is difficult to shoot from with the bar. I also have a big game portable with gorilla steel steps, sturdy stand but you need a crane to hoist it up a tree! Thanks :confused:
personally i love lone wolfs. but the climber stands that u just kinda shimmey up a tree r really nice too
but i usually use a regular tree stand tho
the summit open shot, ive got the old one doesnt have bar around the front.
I like the Loc On's. Light and easy to hang. I use the rope attachment version.
I just bought a Gorilla Silverback Scout HX. Weighs 9 lbs, and can be packed in to any place you want. This will be my first year using a stand so, I can't give any positive feed back on it yet. But, look forward to a report this fall! :thumbsup:
I use the lone wolf alpha with the climbing sticks. The stand hangs easy and is rock solid.
chippeaw wedge loc, very nice and sturdy
I like the Gorilla Scout for the money.Light,Excellant design,well made,Packs well,superb strap and is secure.I use the Loc On aluminum model as well and Screaming Eaglet.
You can find the gorrilla scout on sale sometimes for an excellant price.you might do a search and see what it looks like and possibly find some good prices at Cabelas etc.
That paired with 3 or 4 of my smaller lone wolf climbing sticks is the most compact, packable lightweight a setup I can use and gets me in the deep woods without the least amount of hassle and it wont get hung up in overhangin branches and queezes through tight spaces.I use multiple rubber bungies to secure everthing together into a tight lightwweight unit.
I prefer the sticks over the steps overall.
I've used both of them. I have many Lone Wolf hang-ons. I have one Chippewa. Gotta love the Lone Wolf design (and cheaper than the Chippy)
I have an old Loggy Bayou. It weighs 11 pounds but I see no reason to switch and it is very sturdy and solid.
The leveling system of a Lone Wolf for me is hands down top notch! The Alpha is all I use for everything! The leveling platform AND seat is huge for the comfort factor and being able to hang the stand in any tree, especially with the offset bracket! The LW is worth every penny and then some!
lone wolf matched with the gorilla steps basically the gorillay steps are the same thing as the lone wolf sticks except the pack nicer they actually lock together for silent packing
I love the lone wolf. I still prefer to have stands hung well in advance of season, But if I am hunting in an area that demands the stand be taken down each day due to regulations or theft...I take my lone wolf. It's so light, that it really does not hinder my entrance and exit. You can literally hang it with one hand. Great stand.
Lone Wolf alpha for me as well. Love those LW climbing sticks too. Jim
I'll add another vote for the Lone Wolf Alpha. I add a third (ratchet) strap when I use the hanger hook though. I don't want ANY movement. It's probably overkill, but it sure beats falling out.
!7" tripod stand (Big Game) It isn't light, but it is rock solid, has a swiveling seat, and it stealing it would be an undertaking (120 #)
I have replaced all the nuts and bolts with TORX style fasteners, so some lowlife with a multi tool isn't going to strip it down.
R.
Summit bushmaster climber from Cabelas. open no rail, quiet and comfortable.
I use a climber bu also the disposable($30.00) chain on stands from dick's.So when the tree stand thief shows up I don't lose much.
Well i was hunting out of a summit lockon and my wife decided i needed a new stand for my birthday.She went out and bought me a mellinium lock-on.most comfortable stand i have ever sat in.Can't wait to break it in.
Loc On Spirit.. Chain only...
LW hand climber and a LW Alpha Lockon.
i like the screaming eagles, solid, silent, and no weight limit.
Ameri-Step Outfitter hang-on and a set of Rapid Rails - can't go wrong.
Sold my summit (though a good stand), bought a Lone Wolf. Quieter to set up. I went for the large. I love that extra room/step when I am going to be there a long time. It's not that much heavier for a loc-on. I also have the climber.
Another vote for the Lone Wolf Alpha!
I also have a Screamin' Eagle, that I have used for close to 20 years, and love it!
lw alpha...quiet when it gets below freezing..no unwanted sounds from it
My vote is for the Lone Wolf Alpha.
Lots of good ones out there today. I'm using Gorillas and Muddy's. Both are very good stands.
I have to go with the Lone Wolf. Also, their climbing sticks are the best strap ons that I have ever used.
I normally hunt out of loc-ons but the summit open shot deluxe is a great climber when you want to be mobile.
I have tryed them all and for me there's not a better stand fro shooting a stickbow.
I know a lot of people like the LW but im 6,2 and man that stand is hard to climb a tree with.
We've gotten rid of everything else and have nothing but Lone Wolf hangers and climbers. They're packable, lightweight, stable and safe.
Kyle
I have moved to the "TreeWalker" , it's a graet Climber lite too
Carl
I really like the Summit Open Shot. Well built, very light weight, and stable in the tree. I personally do not like the LW climbers, but that is just me.
I needed a portable stand myself as I normally use ladder stands set out way in advance of season.I found a need last few seasons for something back packable,lite-weight,and easy to climb/get into a tree fast for carry in one day hunts.I never really have been a climber stand guy but figured this would be my best choice so tried a Lone Wolf Hand Climber and the Summit Open Shot.I like the OpenShot alittle better so bought the Open Shot Deluxe model added a nice set of backpack carry straps and a bow holder. I also bought a lite-weight lineman style safety belt which works while climbing and as a safety belt once setup and ready to hunt. I have only used it a few times Hog hunting this spring but so far it has been a nice setup to carry and hunt out of.
I used a Loc on spirit for longtime and loved it, only thing didn't like was seat was too low. Had a Summit copperhead, that was nice, but stolen, Bought a muddy to replace it with and wow, like how it sets up, quiet and portable.
I used a Loggy climber for years and it has served me well.I just got a lone wolf climber this year for Christmas{thanks mom} but havnt got to use it yet,glen
The lone wolf for me as well and whats is also nice if your a guy that likes small plat forms they make ones like that also !! think its called the ASSAULT. i personally use the ALPHA myself.
Don't discount the Chippewa. It is a great stand, goes up as easily or easier than any I have seen. Quiet, comfy. not cheap, but neither is ten "other" stands that I bought before I finally bought my go to Chippy.
ChuckC
Screaming Eagle
Lone Wolf Alpha for me, I rarely hunt the same tree twice and love the versatility of the Lone Wolf.
If you find the guy with my stolen Sabor climber you can have it for free. At least a real archer will have it then.
I have both and use them for different applications. I use the Chippewa when I have to hike in pretty far to a place. My knapsack straps fit perfect over the wedges and make for an easy carry. I use the lone wolf when I'm not going to far or am planning on leaving the stand up for a while. I use the lone wolf sticks but would like something that sticks out from the tree a little more than the steps do on them. It can make for some interesting climbing with large boots on.
I agree with what ChuckC said,I prefer the Chippewa,you can use chains or straps for attachment easy to hang and quiet.
LW and sticks for 15 years. Easy up like Jon S said. I have friends who hunt like me and they use the Chippewa- pretty awesome too. Both are dead quiet setting up and in the cold (set-up is critical for me as I set up new every sit!) This dead quiet set-up is where all others have fallen off my list.
FYI- the LW Assault platform and Alpha are basically only 1" different main platform size. The main difference is the Alpha has larger back corners- but I can't see where you will ever need them! The Assault is more stream lined and a bit lighter.
Dan in KS
Summit climber
2 P.O.S hang-ons
Anderson Tree sling
I still use a pre-China model Ol' Man, and still love it - except it gets heavier every year ( funny, it used to be the lightest one around :confused: )
QuoteOriginally posted by Wannabe1:
I just bought a Gorilla Silverback Scout HX. Weighs 9 lbs, and can be packed in to any place you want. This will be my first year using a stand so, I can't give any positive feed back on it yet. But, look forward to a report this fall! :thumbsup:
I've been using a Gorilla Silverback for several years. For the money, I don't think that you could find a better stand.
Still use my Loggy's. I love them.
I mostly use Gorrila Hang-Ons because they can be bought for $70 or so on sale and I need several. I also have a Summit Climber but rarely need it because I hunt edges comprised of very limby trees which I use for cover. I also have some ladder stands which I use in areas with very good cover (my ladders are only 15 feet high -- about 3-5 feet lower than I prefer). For steps I really like the rail climbing systems although I also have strap on steps -- I buy almost all my climbing accessories after the season for huge discounts at Dick's Sporting goods, Meir's, etc. The fall restraint devices are extremely important. I've bowhunted 44 years without falling. This means, given the odds that 33% of us will eventually fall and 10% of those who do will die or be permaently injured, some unfortunate souls have "fallen" for me.
LOC ons and the cheap $30-$40 hangons
Of the climbers I now own I like them best in this order. Lone Wolf Hand climber, Summit Open Shot, Equalizer, Summit Viper an old API Shoot'n Star. Got rid of all my Loc-on, due to not liking to fool with any of the available steps. Back when I was younger we used pole climbers. However, I'm going to get another Loc-On Spirit this summer and put in an area with thick short trees..bout 4 or 5 steps will do it.
Rapid rails and a tree saddle.
Lone Wolf Hand Climber! I can shoot my 68" Hills out of this one....just like a loc-on. I also use Ol Man Visions. Killed many deer from both!