I have many of my stands are away from the deer. Its a pain watching backwards but that tree is the best camo you can have. Straight on is ok when you have alot skyline cover branches. I agree with rybohunter......you want to try to avoid it sticking out to the side.....its by far the best way to get busted. But, the deer end up comming from all differant directions.......the most important thing is to get high...I like 18 to 22 ft.

GoodLuck!