I hate hunting from a climber about as much as I hate anything in this world.
I have never bow hunted much for that very reason. Finally broke down and bought a saddle this year, and it's much easier carrying in and out of the woods, more comfortable, quieter, etc. All my hunting is private land so I just hang permanent sticks for a bunch of setups and replace the straps as needed. I got a bunch of 20' sticks for like $40 each before this season. It may seem like it would be hard to shoot out of, but when you actually get in one, it's very natural and easy.
I would go with a Latitude Outdoors or a Cruzr. I personally have a Latitude and my brother has a Cruzr. I also have the Trophyline Mission platform which is dang near as big as a lock on platform (just not as deep). It's big enough you can shoot off of it the same you would a climber or lock on. I carry everything I need on my person except my bow.
