Well I got the stand today and I am very pleased. The seat will flip back with the long straps but it won't push back because one of the straps is in front of the guide rail. I'm going to rig it so I can sit up higher for bow season and lower for gun by putting detachable conecting straps around the top. All in all I think this is an awesome stand and is definately worth the money. I had a summit and this stand is far superior.