I have both the Buckshot and the Viper. They are both great stands with pros and cons. The only real drawback of the Buckshot is the arms are not comfortable at all with the traveling adjuster (sharp edges). They need to make some king of pad the fits over it and still allows for on the fly adjustments. The only other minor issue is if you are not very careful when attaching the cable lock in place it can make a loud metallic clank. Great review.
Never heard of these stands before yesterday. These are great with that adjustment. I was pretty much done with climbers and have been saddle hunting. But this is really got me wanting to try it out. So many parts to saddle hunting.
Yeah I’ve been wanting to try a saddle but can’t make myself get one just to try. I like a climber and u can usually find a tree somewhere in the area to climb. This one is great with the adjustments
@jasonskillinngrillin5977 Yeah, I have plenty of choices for climbers here in the Virginia mountains. I was tired of the heavy stands. But now they're 20 pounds or less I think it's reasonable. My saddle, sticks and platform is 22 pounds and it's a lot of parts to come together to get in a tree. This climber you have is sweet. Think I'll write a letter to Santa for this lol
I've owned this stand for about 5 yrs now. Also own a Treewalker XLT, which is another great climbing stand. Having owned the Summit Openshot, Viper, an API, as well as two different model of Ol Man climbers over the past 40 yrs of hunting, I can tell you that having the leveling system adjustability is a game changer. Although the Equalizer is a bit heavy for this 62 yr old body, as I hunt private land I will usually set it up, lock it to the tree with a Python lock, throw some camo burlap over it, and leave it until my next hunt. Thus, I can make my way to my tree, and with the Equalizer already attached to the tree, I can climb, get leveled up and set in less than 10 minutes. Bottom line, I'm telling you boys and girls, this stand is legit. Not a single problem yet. Hope this helps. Great Job Jason. BTW, I'm going to steal your idea for the HSS bow rope.
I bought one back in 2004 or 05.? at a hunting expo still use it to this day never had any issues with it. and love the leveling system. added the mesh seat to mine made it lighter and more comfortable..always raved about them to other friends and hunters. surprised you don't see more of them. and the black straps totally lock the stand together makes it very sturdy.
I have the 21 inch equalizer for about 2years now and also the adjustable shooting rail for rifle hunting and I freaking love it. I really cant believe u dont see more of them.
I have the Cougar Claw climber and like their adjustment system; it is simple and pretty much fail-proof. Also, it is quiet, the seat is very comfortable and can be set facing the tree or facing away from the tree. The ThirdHand stabilizer straps to lock the stand in position after up in the tree and ThirdHand bow holder on the Cougar Claw complete my climber system. I considered the Equalizer back when I decided to get an adjustable climber because I had heard pretty good things about it but landed on Cougar Claw's offering in the end.
Never heard of CC. I’ll have to check em out just to see em. Yeah u cand get the facing tree option but me personally I never did like facing the tree. Sounds like a nice stand
I have the larger buckshot equalizer. Love it. Weights about 28 lbs. Gives you more room to move around and look behind you. I have also the side rail and back for more comfort.
Check out the HSS hunter safety system, climbing rope that allows you to stay attached to the tree, and if you ever have a stand failure, you can lower your self down on the rope with the sliding prussic knot!
Well….I bought one. Merry Christmas to me🤣. I just got it in today. I’m still trying to get it all out together. I wish they would put it together and it would be ready to go. 😬
Hello Jason. You popped on my feed just now and I had a look. I've used my API for decades. However, if I had seen the Buckshot back at the time I prolly would have gotten that one. The steep angle at the bottom on the stand part give me the hives in some trees. What I'm about to ax you isn't a trick question. What's yer plan when you fall out of the thing? I know you use a harness, naturally. Treestand fail, fall into harness....then what? (Hunting alone, no cell service.) I had a plan until this past weekend. My son managed to defeat the safety on my 'get down' idea (Semi-yearly test of equipment) that I have used for....decades. Good thing he did too. I was always subject to a nasty surprise if I ever had to actually use that harness. So... what's the plan in case of a fall? Been looking all over for a Plan B. Think I just about have one...not as elegant as my faulty old system...but good enough.
U know I’ve never really thought about it. I know the basic maneuvers to get with a harness. I’ve never hunted a climber where I didn’t have service. That is deffinatly somthin to think about. No service and just a harness🤔. Maybe carry a lineman’s rope to hook to ur harness. Be a pain tryin to get it together and Deff require some practice but it should work. Most harnesses come with a foot rope u can put ur foot in to take preasure off. Maybe use that get turned around and use ur lineman’s rope. Deff take some practice. Also I always tell Sombody where I’m goin and which area I’m huntin and if I’m not back by a certain time then send the Calvary. Deffinatly a good question
@@jasonskillinngrillin5977 Well, thanks Jason. Like I said I've been using my faulty method which almost works for decades. Prolly been 20 or more years since I checked and still no one has offered a reasonable solution. In Alabama we have had years recently where the ONLY people who died from hunting accidents did so with a tree stand. I have 98% of the time hunted alone with sketchy or no cell service. Yep...the little stand on rope will keep you alive while you wait, but that's about it. If this seems like something fun to explore test test test. Definitely you automatically went to the correct county anyway with the 'lineman's rope', etc. A version of this is all we have. Need the right one. See ya around! Norm
@@jasonskillinngrillin5977 Ol man has been around since the 1990s. Started in Hattiesburg MS. Now owned by millennium stands. The models have changed up a few time. The grand was wider than the standard
@@jasonskillinngrillin5977 millennium has very comfortable lock ons. The Ol man climbers I have are 24 inches vs the current 21. And has curved arms. Was good for bigger men
What are the differences between the 21.5 and 24 other than platform dimensions. They are both made from same material but 24 is 50lb heavier rating, why?
That’s a question for buckshot bc the cable size is the same as the 21.5. Maybe bc the frame is bigger the weight compacity is distributed a lil better. That’s the only thing I can think of bc they are basically the same except the bigger platform and frame size.
The best treestand hands down
I have both the Buckshot and the Viper. They are both great stands with pros and cons. The only real drawback of the Buckshot is the arms are not comfortable at all with the traveling adjuster (sharp edges). They need to make some king of pad the fits over it and still allows for on the fly adjustments. The only other minor issue is if you are not very careful when attaching the cable lock in place it can make a loud metallic clank. Great review.
Yeah few lil tweaks and it’d be great. I love the fact ur sitting up so it makes it easier for bow hunting.
Never heard of these stands before yesterday. These are great with that adjustment. I was pretty much done with climbers and have been saddle hunting. But this is really got me wanting to try it out. So many parts to saddle hunting.
Yeah I’ve been wanting to try a saddle but can’t make myself get one just to try. I like a climber and u can usually find a tree somewhere in the area to climb. This one is great with the adjustments
@jasonskillinngrillin5977 Yeah, I have plenty of choices for climbers here in the Virginia mountains. I was tired of the heavy stands. But now they're 20 pounds or less I think it's reasonable. My saddle, sticks and platform is 22 pounds and it's a lot of parts to come together to get in a tree. This climber you have is sweet. Think I'll write a letter to Santa for this lol
Awesome video! Glad to see I’m not the only big boy still climbing!
I don’t use it as much as I should but it’s nice when it happens
Can’t wait to get one. I’m 3fitty and got a wide waist. My ass has a hard time fitting into the smaller climbers. Great video!
I was 335 in this video. It’s deff comfy for the bigger people
I've owned this stand for about 5 yrs now. Also own a Treewalker XLT, which is another great climbing stand. Having owned the Summit Openshot, Viper, an API, as well as two different model of Ol Man climbers over the past 40 yrs of hunting, I can tell you that having the leveling system adjustability is a game changer. Although the Equalizer is a bit heavy for this 62 yr old body, as I hunt private land I will usually set it up, lock it to the tree with a Python lock, throw some camo burlap over it, and leave it until my next hunt. Thus, I can make my way to my tree, and with the Equalizer already attached to the tree, I can climb, get leveled up and set in less than 10 minutes. Bottom line, I'm telling you boys and girls, this stand is legit. Not a single problem yet. Hope this helps. Great Job Jason. BTW, I'm going to steal your idea for the HSS bow rope.
U said it all. Thanks for watching. Think ima load it up and hit some public land for late season with it. That level system is a game changer. 👊🏻🔥🔥
I bought one back in 2004 or 05.? at a hunting expo still use it to this day never had any issues with it. and love the leveling system. added the mesh seat to mine made it lighter and more comfortable..always raved about them to other friends and hunters. surprised you don't see more of them. and the black straps totally lock the stand together makes it very sturdy.
Yeah I agree idk why u don’t see more of em. Clear choice to me
love this stand! bought this two years ago and always felt safe and secure up in the tree with it
That’s awesome. Need to use mine more.
I have the 21 inch equalizer for about 2years now and also the adjustable shooting rail for rifle hunting and I freaking love it. I really cant believe u dont see more of them.
I agree. I’m surprised u don’t see em as much either. People missin out
I have the Cougar Claw climber and like their adjustment system; it is simple and pretty much fail-proof. Also, it is quiet, the seat is very comfortable and can be set facing the tree or facing away from the tree. The ThirdHand stabilizer straps to lock the stand in position after up in the tree and ThirdHand bow holder on the Cougar Claw complete my climber system. I considered the Equalizer back when I decided to get an adjustable climber because I had heard pretty good things about it but landed on Cougar Claw's offering in the end.
Never heard of CC. I’ll have to check em out just to see em. Yeah u cand get the facing tree option but me personally I never did like facing the tree. Sounds like a nice stand
I have the larger buckshot equalizer. Love it. Weights about 28 lbs. Gives you more room to move around and look behind you. I have also the side rail and back for more comfort.
It sure is a lot more stable then the ones I’ve had in the past.
I just bought one this year and I hope I like it thank you for the video
I don’t use it as much as I should but i like it when I do. Really comfortable and works great for me
Great content brother I have two summit and a x stand
Thank u. Awesome. U can never have to many treestands
Check out the HSS hunter safety system, climbing rope that allows you to stay attached to the tree, and if you ever have a stand failure, you can lower your self down on the rope with the sliding prussic knot!
Will Deff check that out. Thanks
I got one last year. Absolutely love it.
Awesome
Been using mine exclusively for probly last years! love em!
I need to use it more. Move around some. I will this season. Thanks for watching
Great video. Like your setup.
Thanks.
Nice setup!
Thx for the info! Everything is geared towards the average size man…definitely great advice 👍🏻
Thx man
Yep I agree. Thanks for watching
Cool set up man!
Thanks. It is nice
Thanks for the review. Super helpful! One question. What is the backrest/padding you have attached to the stand?
It’s the summit seat back rest. Thanks for watching
Well….I bought one. Merry Christmas to me🤣. I just got it in today. I’m still trying to get it all out together. I wish they would put it together and it would be ready to go. 😬
Yeah no kiddin. Straight outa the box to the tree. Hope u like it. Let me know
How high up do you go when your hunting? I’m not shy, I’m around 300 pounds an heights are not my thing. What safety system do you use?
Hello Jason. You popped on my feed just now and I had a look. I've used my API for decades. However, if I had seen the Buckshot back at the time I prolly would have gotten that one. The steep angle at the bottom on the stand part give me the hives in some trees.
What I'm about to ax you isn't a trick question. What's yer plan when you fall out of the thing? I know you use a harness, naturally. Treestand fail, fall into harness....then what? (Hunting alone, no cell service.) I had a plan until this past weekend. My son managed to defeat the safety on my 'get down' idea (Semi-yearly test of equipment) that I have used for....decades. Good thing he did too. I was always subject to a nasty surprise if I ever had to actually use that harness. So... what's the plan in case of a fall? Been looking all over for a Plan B. Think I just about have one...not as elegant as my faulty old system...but good enough.
U know I’ve never really thought about it. I know the basic maneuvers to get with a harness. I’ve never hunted a climber where I didn’t have service. That is deffinatly somthin to think about. No service and just a harness🤔. Maybe carry a lineman’s rope to hook to ur harness. Be a pain tryin to get it together and Deff require some practice but it should work. Most harnesses come with a foot rope u can put ur foot in to take preasure off. Maybe use that get turned around and use ur lineman’s rope. Deff take some practice. Also I always tell Sombody where I’m goin and which area I’m huntin and if I’m not back by a certain time then send the Calvary. Deffinatly a good question
@@jasonskillinngrillin5977 Well, thanks Jason. Like I said I've been using my faulty method which almost works for decades. Prolly been 20 or more years since I checked and still no one has offered a reasonable solution. In Alabama we have had years recently where the ONLY people who died from hunting accidents did so with a tree stand. I have 98% of the time hunted alone with sketchy or no cell service.
Yep...the little stand on rope will keep you alive while you wait, but that's about it. If this seems like something fun to explore test test test. Definitely you automatically went to the correct county anyway with the 'lineman's rope', etc. A version of this is all we have. Need the right one. See ya around!
Norm
Best climbing stand on the market
I agree
I just got one with the adjuster on it.
It’s nice what little I’ve used it lol
The aluminum grand Ol man was one of my favorites. Not sure if they still make them any more
I’ve never even heard of that lol. To young I guess
@@jasonskillinngrillin5977 Ol man has been around since the 1990s. Started in Hattiesburg MS. Now owned by millennium stands. The models have changed up a few time. The grand was wider than the standard
I’ll check em out. Love lookin at that stuff
@@jasonskillinngrillin5977 millennium has very comfortable lock ons. The Ol man climbers I have are 24 inches vs the current 21. And has curved arms. Was good for bigger men
Climbing stands are quieter and more versatile. To much movement with lock on or saddle set ups and work. Screw backing all that clinging stuff around
Yeah I can usually find a tree in any area I go in. Especially on public land. So much easier and faster imo.
And I would say my summit climber is way more comfortable
What are the differences between the 21.5 and 24 other than platform dimensions. They are both made from same material but 24 is 50lb heavier rating, why?
That’s a question for buckshot bc the cable size is the same as the 21.5. Maybe bc the frame is bigger the weight compacity is distributed a lil better. That’s the only thing I can think of bc they are basically the same except the bigger platform and frame size.
I know what I want for Christmas 2023! My husband ask and now I know what I want. I’m a hefty ol gal and I think this is the ticket for me.
Lol. It really is nice. I don’t use it as much as I should but it’s nice when I do.
Who makes them & who sells them?
Buckshot climbing stands. Gotta order em online at buckshotmfg.com
How did you mount that haul line? Did you drill holes?
There was a hole in it already and I just drilled the other one. U could prob just use the one I just didn’t want it shifting around.
Where did you get the back rest
It’s the summit seat back rest. Got it when I got my pouch
Amazon now has comparatively inexpensive replacement seats and such that will fit most any climber (sometimes with a little imagination.)