Gary I climb EVERY HUNT. I become one with my climber.
This is very important to me (choosing the right one). You guys are likely carrying heavier gear (for the colder temps), for sure. We're all carrying bows, though....I would think.
I went, today and marked my trails on the new property to my possible opening morning stands.....and cleared a little more small limbs for easy egress. I can get to my spots pretty easily, now.
To be honest.......being able to sit and shoot is the thing that intrigues me MOST about this stand.