RE: which treestand
I love my API Bowhunter. I have been using it for about 5 years. Never tried a Sumit, but I like the design and really like the latest models. I have tried some cheap Warren Sweat(I think) climbers and fixed stands that were creaky dangerous and actualy cost me deer.IMHO. I have been rock climbing for 20 years, if a stand freaks me out I think that is significant. A fall from tree stand height could kill you, as in rock climbing get the best you can find, your life depends on it. Once again, just my opinion.