anybody use the field and stream primetime  lite climing stand? im thinking about buying one because the fromt bar that you sit on to climb is removable. Something the summit stand doesnt offer or I would have bought a summit. They are about half the price as a summit also but the main reason for wanting the field and stream is the front bar slides out..

summit makes the razor model with that feature sort of, climb with the bar and than fold the bar under the seat once you get up to your hunting height.

QuoteOriginally posted by babs:
summit makes the razor model with that feature sort of, climb with the bar and than fold the bar under the seat once you get up to your hunting height.

that is also how the Lone Wolf works.  the sit bar swings down.   I would be concerned a bit about a removable bar....you might drop it and be SOL 16 feet up.

I have seen those but I still like the ideal of sliding the whole bar out.

I have never used one but I went to the Dick's Website and it sound pretty good. Lightweight,folds flat.
I couldn't tell from the picture how the bar removed.
 Field & Stream™ has created one of the lightest and strongest climbing stands on the market with the Primetime Lite Extreme Climber. This stand weighs only 21 lbs. and folds flat, which makes backpacking through the field a snap. The padded, sling seat keeps you comfortable and alert at the same time.  FEATURES:      18" x 20" camo padded deluxe sling seat with one-hand seat height adjustment strap and 12.5" x 20" backrest     Adjustable foot straps and heel support     Folds flat for easy backpacking     Removable front shooting rail is ideal for archers     Camo padded front shooting rail has 2 adjustment positions for the gun hunter     Weight: 21 lbs.     Weight Capacity: 300 lbs.  The description:Field & Stream™ has created one of the lightest and strongest climbing stands on the market with the Primetime Lite Extreme Climber. This stand weighs only 21 lbs. and folds flat, which makes backpacking through the field a snap. The padded, sling seat keeps you comfortable and alert at the same time.

FEATURES:

   18" x 20" camo padded deluxe sling seat with one-hand seat height adjustment strap and 12.5" x 20" backrest
   Adjustable foot straps and heel support
   Folds flat for easy backpacking
   Removable front shooting rail is ideal for archers
   Camo padded front shooting rail has 2 adjustment positions for the gun hunter
   Weight: 21 lbs.
   Weight Capacity: 300 lbs.

I would stick with a Summit or Lone Wolf. Both have been making stands a long time and have learned a lot of lessons in that time. The Summits are comparably priced as well.

Both are made in the USA as well.