I own an old tree lounge. In my youth (21 in 16 days) i don't mind lugging that sucker around, but it is kind of bulky, heavy, and sometimes noisy. However, once i get up in the tree, i am glad that i did all of that. I don't think i will ever sell it, because it is a quality stand, and i guess for the added comfort and safety, you have to sacrafice somethings. As I get older, hopefully i will aquire some private property to hunt on, and then I can just leave it on a certain tree for most of the season.. I do like how it folds up flat, which allowed me to rig up an easy way to strap my bow on so i can ride in somewhere on a bike to hunt.