LOL Josh, I just walked nearly a mile with my heavier Ol'man around 22 lbs and a pack that weighs in around 25 lbs so I easily had 50 lbs on my back.

Buying the Pro Series will trim roughly 5 lbs or more off my back, that means nothing to me. I could do that with my existing climber and losing the weight in my pack. I carry what I carry though without difficulty.

One thing I know is it's so worth it because it's the best damn stand on the market IMO.

For public land then as well, you'll love the Ol'man Pro over the Summit. I've seen Summit's used as well as having one myself. There's no comparing the two.