I haven’t found anything that beats a lounger chair for comfort in use without a tree. Using on a tree, there’s stools and innertube cushions. Then again, I have lumbar plates and screws, disc issues, arthritis, etc….so lots of minimalist stuff just doesn’t work for me. I’ve had most of the seat/framed vests available, and I’d rather my vest/pack/belt NOT be attached to my chair/stool. It’s a PITA to access anything in the rear of a vest/chair combo once seated. I like throwing down my seat, and laying my calls out for access, then just throwing it all back on for the jump. Just me.

I’ve got several gobbler loungers, they’re very comfortable. But I almost never use them for turkey hunting, they are a pita to carry around.

Backpack straps, the cabelas lumbar version, or a good day pack are your friends. I’m seldom without one…timber or not, but it’s almost a necessity for me. That’s not the case for most.

I’ve got one of the original bucklick creek vests I’d sell or trade. It’s before bass pro bought them.

Camofire has the alps impact on sale. Have to pay shipping but still think cheaper than anywhere else.

I have a cabelas tactical tatr with a kickstand and love it. I have used it so much I now don't look for a big tree but will back into a privet or brush which gives more cover.