Just received my New Athlon Ares 15x45-65mm Spotter in the mail. First impressions are great. First off I love its size, It will be very easy to pack around the mountains. I spent a few minutes outside checking it out and its very clear and at 45x it was very excellent. I like the simplicity of the singular focus ring. Unit feels very solid. I was looking for a Sub $500 Spotter that was easy to pack in the mountains and could hold up with a good warranty to back it up. First impressions are that the Athlon Ares will fit the bill nicely.