RE: Tripod Stands?
I bought the one from the Sportsmanguide last year when they sent me an email special for only $79.99. Bought it, easy to set up, sturdy (small platform, tough to get on/off) but placed it in a poor location.
This year, after more scouting found a better location on fields edge tucked away in some trees giving me an open view of some small succession of maples and food plot. I use the trees next to me to hang my back pack and etc.
Some could say just buy a ladder stand, but this unit, I don't have to take apart. Just tilt it over into back of wagon hooked to my ATV and can transport from one location to another in a jiffy if need be. No straps, buckles etc.
JIMO, Rod.