thats the going price for the Classic....i almost bought one at dicks, but i found out that its made of steel and weighs 27lbs opposed to alumanum and weighin what like 18-20 for the regular viper? i like the looks of the viper. that bar is positioned nice to make me feel safe and secure(and if i gun hunt it would make a darn fine rest. i just gota see what money comes my direction! lol.....we shall see....i definently want a climber by sept 29th!!!! i may go with the classic. 7 extra pounds shouldnt kill me......or will it!?!? lol. i know some of my hikes are close to a mile in. when i get mobile back there i tend to walk a giant loop and know alot of spots id like to climb a tree and wait for a while....we will see what happens......i just got some bills and some other things to take care of.....