I think I made mention in someone's thread that I didn't like or trust climbing treestands. I had a very bad experience in 1980 with a Woods&Waters. Anyway, I bought a lone wolf "sit and climb" model this year, because the deer hunting is going to be late(after the leaves fall) due to the crops being still in the field.
This is the best, safest treestand I've ever seen. It may kill me, but I believe I trust the goofy thing.
So if you're thinking about a new one, give them a close look.

Your life is made of time, not money.