I have the Warren & Sweat Cottonwood heavy duty climbing stand(which was discontinued a few years back,hehehe,Now they're really discontinued since they aren't in business anymore) but i love mine,never had any problem with it. i did have a Wal-Mart brand do the same yours did though,stand up,touch the stand with the back of your legs,and the whole thing falls down,clanging like 2 bucks going at it. mine feels safe,is very comfortable,and is very stable(i'm 250 lbs,move from side to side,jump up and down,and it don't even give) i have tried the "Tree-Lounge" stand ($450),i tell ya what,that is one comfortable stand,alot of work to put up,but once it's up your set.might have to buy one later on,but my cottonwood does the trick for now.

About a month ago I needed a part for an old Olaca ladder stand.I tried and tried to get in touch with Warren & sweat ,still can't find them...I really like my stand ,but they don't run a business very well..

cball, good luck finding a part for an old stand. The new owners bought the name but aren't servicing any of the old products. You can try them at (763)559-1092. USL Outdoor Products is the name of the new company.