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2024 Gear thread

Plebe

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The nested platform is also cast but 1” longer and 1/2” wider

If it’s capably sturdy, I actually think cast is slightly quieter than machined. My favorite thing is how the seat folds up, like the Millennium M7. Ideal for dropping the stand into the load shelf/sling/panel of a good frame pack. I wish they challenged the .5 sized stands. I still hate these types of seats, so I hybrid w/ a saddle. Unless they come up with something, the aftermarket mesh seats are going to kill that slick seat folding feature.
 

Sticknstring88

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I got the whole nested system today. I have to say that it’s going to be hard to beat the stand given the size and weight. I’ve been using a Helo lately and I like this stand significantly better.

The sticks nest easily too. Too early to draw final conclusions but I’m excited to put the stand and sticks through the paces.
 

Westdesign03

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Any idea where the Z8 is made? Not really finding it on their website. I’m guessing I already know but.
 

Cbigbear

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I am highly impressed. The stand and sticks lock onto the tree. $400 for stand, 3 sticks, pack, thick padded shoulder straps, padded waist belted, upper back pad, lower back pad, pouch, water bottle pouch, milk weed holder and an attachment to haul your rails up the tree.

The pack is equal to or better than Kuiu. Same material
If you eliminate their pack how does this system compare to LWCG? Profile when packed? Easy of packing? How secure when packed does it require additional straps?
 

enkriss

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If you eliminate their pack how does this system compare to LWCG? Profile when packed? Easy of packing? How secure when packed does it require additional straps?

I won’t be using it without the pack so I couldn’t tell you. I don’t like the custom gear sticks. So I don’t use them but nothing will pack more streamlined than the custom gear compacts.
 
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GeoFish

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I won’t be using it without the pack so I couldn’t tell you. I don’t like the custom gear sticks. So I don’t use them but nothing will pack more streamlined than the custom gear compacts.
Not so sure. These Novix mini sticks pack nice. Save me 1lb 4oz over the LWCG sticks.
My new Feather Wolf sticks arrive today. They will also pack low profile on my .75.
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