I bought the Goliath, which is the wider venison of the X5 and I love it. Once you get use to adjusting the cable system for the tree you are placing the stand on, it is quick and rock steady.No creaks,pops, or noise from the stand. Easy for this 48 year old touse to climb just about any tree.The seat is very comfortable for a all day hunt!!!!

Only issues, it's a little heavy and bulky (but I'll take the room it provides when I am in the tree) and the stock carrying straps could be better (buy the better ones from Summit).