Tree stand question

[Jbwiley]

What is everyone liking better xop chain on and sticks or lone wolf and sticks

 

[Don Qui Puncher]

the EZ hang bracket looks awesome from XOP I know they have had issues with the steps on the sticks breaking and people getting seriously injured. I have lone wolf sticks and stand and couldn’t be happier but it would be nice to have that bracket

 

[Finch]

I actually have both. LW alpha (bigger one) and XOP vanish evolution. They are basically the same thing but the XOP is lighter, cheaper, and has a better seat. They are both cast aluminum but the LW seems like better quality if you can believe that. I have LW sticks because I'm too cheap to buy sticks with double steps since i already have these.

Can't really go wrong with either but XOP would be my suggestion. Never used the ez hang bracket. Still use two straps.

 

[Swampyak]

I have an older lone wolf. Definitely like it.
Beast sticks are well worth the money

 

[007hunter]

LW has a easy hang option as well. IMO it’s the only way to go.

 

[backcountry_hunter]

I have both LW and XOP stands, the xop gets a slight nod for comfort with the seat being better. That said I use both about the same amount. LW has a better bow holder built into the stand and I typically don't bring a ez hanger if I don't need to. Comfort isn't high on my priority list with packin/hangnhunt....

Only use LW sticks....

 

[Wvlungbuster]

Lone wolf

 

[Beendare]

LW and XOP....are pretty much a toss up....buy whichever is cheaper. LW has a Xmas sale every year...something like $50 off.

I prefer the Hawk sticks, with double steps over the LW single pegs. The doubles make it easier to set the stick above it.

 

[Gbrecka]

XOP and lone wolf sticks here. I’m happy with the set up, but would like to try some of the lighter stick options

 

[Jbwiley]

Ok thanks think I’m going with the xop what about stick light easy to transport and easy to put up

 

[Swampyak]

Dan infalt climbing sticks are the best ones made

 

[jdk99]

XOP quick attach is great for crooked trees. I have both LW and XOP...prefer XOP.

 

[Ggj80]

I run an XOP Vanish and 4 mini sticks and have been very happy. Great if you’re looking for a lightweight mobile setup.


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[ThisIsMyHandle]

I use a LW assault 2 and xop sticks. EZ hook to help hang the stand then I lift it up the tree and hang my backpack from it.


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[Squirrels]

Dan infalt climbing sticks are the best ones made

They are high quality but “best” is subjective to the user.

 

[ethan]

Take a look at the timber ninja sticks. They are carbon fiber and weigh less than half of what the LW’s weigh. And since they aren’t aluminum they don’t have that metal clanging sound when you bump them together.

 

[Swampyak]

They are high quality but “best” is subjective to the user.

True shouldn't use best, always, never, etc
High quality, light weight, great tree grip does set them apart from most

 

[Swampyak]

Take a look at the timber ninja sticks. They are carbon fiber and weigh less than half of what the LW’s weigh. And since they aren’t aluminum they don’t have that metal clanging sound when you bump them together.

I'll have check them out.
Have to tried stealth strips? The get rid of metal noise. In my opinion they are great and have great customer service

 

[three5x5s]

If your going with Lone Wolf look at Novix, same thing but cheaper.

 

[Ashy Larry]

Another option: River edge Bigfoot Litefoot. Same stand shape and 14.5 lbs. No built in bow holder or backpack straps but $139. Also I have API aluminum sticks, they were real cheap and I like them. I added versa buttons/rope attach and cheater steps. Pretty dang light compared to sticks costing twice or more as much. Double steps.