Homemade tree stands is all I use. There isn't a tree stand on the market thats as sturdy as the ones I make. Thats the big reason why I started making my own in the 1st place. Mine are all metal hang on's with a rubber coated chain going around the tree. I like them allot and there not to spendy to make either, 35.00 to 40.00 dollars per stand. I've made well over 25 of these things and still have the 1st one I made, just made a few improvements along the way.