I've been using my LW Assault for the last 3 seasons, and it is by far the best stand that I've hunted from. I too, use the climbing sticks. I bought three sets, two full size sticks and one set of the mini-sticks. Gave one full set to my dad after he borrowed mine and fell in love with the concept (he use to swear by the old screw-in tree steps). I used to remember the days where I dread packing my 25-30 lbs. steel climbers far into the woods.

Is the LW worth the extra money? It was a while back. But with the recent price increase, I'm not so sure anymore.

What I like: quiet, light-weight, and fast set up (what every one else have said).

What I HATE: the seat!!!!! the only thing that I would change about the assault is the seat. It didn't take me long to realize that an all day hunt is going to be painful. I've used some cushions and pads that helps, but it is still hurts.