I own a Lone Wolf Alpha climber and it is not as comfortable as some stands but after adding a padded seat it is quite adequate. The Lone Wolf is very quiet, light, strong(I would put the platform up against any brand), and grips the tree very well. In other words I will not not be getting rid of it!!! In fact my 64 yr. old father-in-law is picking up a new one today from a pro shop he was so impressed. He used mine a couple of times and found it easier to use than others he has tried.

I stress one thing......it doesn't come with a footstrap and I added it immediately upon buying mine.

Edited by - Cougar Mag on 11/22/2002 12:24:51