the stand is comfortable, but like others, i don't like how far you stick out from the tree. My brother has one, and i've used it a few times. VERY stable stand, even when standing 3 feet out from the trunk. Another drawback (for me anyways) is if your sitting all the way back, or "lounging", you better not be caught off guard by a deer, because it requires some movement to get into shooting position. Also, I wouldn't wanna pack it a couple miles back, and have to bring the stand and a deer back with me.