That's still a pretty good deal compared to what they normally are. At Roger's Sporting Goods they are normally $219.
10-4. I also saw a M150 for just under $200 on AT. He had some other stick ladders as well. That $159 is a good price. You must be getting ready for Elkguide this fall!
If you're going to run and gun the best choice is a lone wolf or xop hang on with sticks, it really depends on the style of hunting. I couldn't use a ratchet strap with how I hunt.
I sat in one of those Milleniums a couple days ago. Still be sittin' there, but I'd have missed a few meals. Comfortable.
Lone wolf all the way. If you're looking for a quality stand with slightly less of a pricetag, Hawk Helium stands are really comfortable and lightweight too!
I went with a the muddy hang on, while the weight, set up and comfort are amazing the shoulders straps or worthless. They are designed horribly and I think they were designed for a small framed person. I had the stap break on me last year and I had to carry it out in the worst way. Definitely research you sticks and make sure they can be fastened to the stand to traveling to and from tree. I've heard the lone wolfs are not good for all day sits. The millenniums might be the best option out there. But make sure your sticks are good. They are the main thing you should focus on for the will take the longest time for set up