ORIGINAL: WWhunter
I have several different brands and types. My favorite has to be the Summit Viper.....quiet, light and sturdy.
Just got done looking at the Equalizer website. It looks like a knock-off of the summit. Few things changed but pretty similar.
Looks like a nice stand though.
WW
I'm not sure how you get that. With the Equalizer you can face the tree, adjust for diminishing tree diameter and as well as having a locking system for each part of the stand.
The only reason I'd take another climber stand is if I could resell it to buy an Equalizer! Sad but true.