That info came from my best friend who does own one andhe told me not to waste my money on one!I've been with him when he's brought it into the woods and they are indeed noisy, very bulky and heavy.[:@]I think they suck, and that is MY OPINION!
I much prefer my Lone Wolf climber, light weight, VERY quiet, quite secure and real portable. NOT the most comfortable though. Once again, just MY OPINION!