RE: Seeking a better treestand
The wedgelok should be a good one. I use the STEEL gorillas and a lonewolf hangon. Don't use the silverbacks from gorilla. When the temps get in the teens they want to pop a little.
the lone wolf although pricey is one of my favorites and is just plain dead quiet. I also have a homemade stand design by an outfitter in Alberta that is made out of aircraft alum. it is super light and the design enables it to be set up in mult trees much like the lonewolf.
I would guess the wedge lok will be a winner. Keep us posted.