I was a die hard loc-on guy for years but have reverted back to climbers (specifically Summit Vipers). I have several that I will hang on trees and leave out much of the season on private land. I do remove the seat so squirrels won't chew it up and I have a dry seat.

For me personally I would hang a loc-on and find myself reluctant to move it during the season because of noise, scent, the work involved etc... With climbers I will leave one in a general area and can relocate daily if conditions warrant. I'm sure some will disagree but I feel safer in a climber because I didn't use lifelines with loc-ons but always strap myself to the tree before going up in a climber.

No right or wrong answer if your area is conducive to either type of stand. Really comes down to personal preference.