[jthielm]

I am planning on investing in a climber stand. i figured this would be as good as place as any to get some advice.

I have been looking at severl API and summit models. I am at a loss which to buy.

 

[Pipe]

I am a fan of the summit viper,very comfy for long sitting and light to carry around

 

[Lefty]

Well, you get what you pay for...

The first climber I bought was from WalMart, and it's one of the heaviest things, and just a load to lug out to your tree.

Spend your money well, and buy something that's quality: if you don't, you'll pay. I know.


API, or anything Summit would be a great buy if you ask me. Just depends what you want to spend.

 

[pinwheel]

I've got 3 API Grand slams & love them. I never hesitate to take a nap in these stands. Super comfy & feel very secure. Very quiet while climbing the tree. Have had numerous deer walk under me while I'm halfway up the tree. A bit heavy if your packing a long ways. 23# if memory serves me correctly.

I really wish I had realized what was going on when I bought my last 2, it was right after Bass Pro bought out API. Cabelas couldn't get them anymore so they were selling their remaining inventory for $125 each. Wish I had bought more.

 

[MoBowman]

Summit Viper :cheers::cheers: Only problem I have with it is STAYING AWAKE:hysterical:

 

[jthielm]

I think i am leaning toward the summit viper i have read several other great reviews of that model.

 

[trykon33]

jt,

Like Pinwheel, I have an API Grand Slam Magnum---and I love it! I am not the fondest of heights, but have no problems climbing around in this thing...it's easy to use, makes you feel safe, and when sitting in it , it is very comfortable. Don't have a Summit but have heard nothing but good things about them. I think you would like either one...whichever you choose, MAKE SURE that your bottom section is tied to the top section!!!! My brother wouldn't listen to me----and his feet slipped out of his platform straps and the platform fell all the way to the ground, leaving him hanging on for dear life to the top section. Thank goodness he made it down safely---he listens to me a little more now! Good luck!

 

[Crappie]

summit

 

[67Firebird]

I had a Warren and Sweat Cottonwood, and I absolutely loved it. I could spend the entire day in it, and I often did. :dancin:

 

[Hoytshooter]

Lone wolf

 

[Roscoe Dog]

I've got two API climbers. Easy to use and I fell safe in them.

 

[semodeerhunter]

I have an API and love it.

 

[Roscoe Dog]

The only bad thing about an API is I can sleep to easy in it.

 

[r2ahunter]

Tree lounger is mighty comfy........just like settn in a recliner. works great for gun but a little shakey for bow.

 

[shooter22]

my brother has a API grand slam supreme for up to 350 lbs person. He is selling it.

 

[beagleboy6]

Another vote for API. I have the Grand Slam and love it. Also have a Gorilla Greyback that I let people borrow that are hunting with me. Both are OK, but the API seems alot more stabile and comfortable.

 

[Hayzer]

Originally posted by Hoytshooter
Lone wolf

:withstupid: ditto:withstupid:

 

[Lefty]

Here's a Summit Viper Classic for sale on eBay for $175.00 shipped to your door if you use the buy it now option. Dunno if this is just an older model they're trying to get rid of or what, but figured I'd pass it along to you jthielm.

http://cgi.ebay.com/New-Summit-Vipe...0QQihZ014QQcategoryZ52508QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

If the link doesn't work, then the item number is: 330017568290

 

[danceswithbooze]

Good deal and good stand!

FYI-- and I'm sure that every one that needs to know this already does--some Summit climber stands manufactured in 2005 were shipped with faulty harnesses. Not sure what the problem was, I bought a stand in 05' hunted all season with the harness no problems then recieved a notice from cabelas in the mail after the season :stickfight: warning about the harness. The will replace it for free so no worries. Just make sure that if it is an 05' you are buying that you are getting the NEW harness.

SAFETY FIRST!!

 

[venatic]

I'll throw my vote to the Summit Viper also. No pins to drop, stirrups that you can put your feet in without any difficulty, comforable seat, quiet setup, etc.