I have 3 of the older API 100 stands and another 5 of the newer magnum stands. They are about 79 bucks and don't weigh all that much. The seats are OK for my size and the locking strap is why I like it. There is a T screw to assist placing the stand and a cam lock ratchet to tighten the stand. I pass a 6' cable around the tree and fit my lock through the ends of the cable and pass it through the hole in the cam lock where the pin goes. Real secure, safe and cheap.