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I'm 6' 3" 270# and I've been using one for about 2.5 seasons. I use the Mantis now with a battle belt. I have major hip pinch and have tried a few different ones. I just sold the Method because it was worse on me. As far as climbing goes, I HATE dealing with sticks unless I have to. I have 3 Hawk sticks that I cut down to 24". With a 5 step aider, I can get to 24' no problem. I use the sticks when I'm hunting the Midwest or striking out into the unknown. If I know there are gonna be straight trees where I'm going, I use a Summit Open Shot top as a climbing method. It weighs less than 3 sticks and I can be in a tree in no time. I tested it in the yard for using it as a platform and climbing method all in one. I was able to put side pressure on it and it not kick out but I haven't hunted with it like that yet. I plan to put some expanded aluminum on and some eye bolts where I can run a strap around the tree and tighten it up. Then I know for sure it won't ever kick out. That top I have weighs around 6 lbs.
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