Frank,

Thanks for your reply, my friend.
Actually, I knew you would be one of the few who would respond to my questions on replacing the chains and cables.
Why ?
Because, I feel, 99% of the guys who buy these type of stands will NEVER replace the chains or cables on them despite what the manufacturer recommends.
Most guys are too cheap, unconcerned, or don't want to bother with it.
Heck, I wouldn't want to mess with it either.
That's $175.00 extra over a ten year period if you replace them every other year. So there is expense involved.
I had been interested in getting either a Summit Goliath or Ol'Man Grand Vision.
But then, I thought, why buy something that needs the cables or chains replaced every two years ?
Why not get one of the new lighter Tree Lounges with V-Bars that you NEVER have to buy replacement cables or chains for.
Or maybe a Buck Shot with a V-Bar.

So actually, by not getting any replies, I feel, my hunch about everyone not wanting to replace their chains or cables for the reasons stated above was right on the money.
Anyone care to comment now ? LOL.
Anyone agree or disagree ?
Has anyone had a stand with cables or chains for several years and never replaced them yet ?
Do you plan on ever replacing them ?
Be honest!


Sag.