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Platform for larger fella

Before I bought my platform I made a few cardboard cutouts of the different platforms I was debating between. Then placed the cutouts on the corner of the fridge to simulate a tree being in the standoff. Tethered to the fridge and figured out how much platform I would prefer to stand straight or turn around if needed. Careful not to fall subject to darwinisn and tip your fridge onto yourself.
 
Bigterp said:
I’ll start with I’ve been a ROS in conjunction with top of my stick for 4 years until this season.. still used it but used my EDP more. I always wanted to love platforms but never found one that was solid enough w/o being a treestand.

Started with a diy lone wolf seat platform plus Ernie kit. Too small & didn’t like side pressure.

Got ahold of a Klemz & liked it but it was small & I was nervous that I was gonna break it camming over.

Was one of the first batch of predator gen one owners. Same concerns as the klemz. Lack of material sketched me out.

Next up was the gen 1 ambush, no Bueno!! Squeaked & flexed a lot.

Finally got my hands on a unicorn, like new LW Asassin. No complaints other than weight, absolutely rock solid & plenty of room.

Once I got a mission the assassin was overpriced version of the same. Didn’t need the extra bulk of material once I had the 2 side by side. Both were sold due to size.

Tried both scouts & RR, scouts were too small & don’t like RR shape.

Also tested every version of onestick /platform……

Too good of a deal to pass up on a gen 2 ambush which was a noticeable improvement over gen 1

Would still have it but traded for an EDP…… kept it & picked up a spare.

So when I give a complete account it’s rather embarrassing but I did find what I like the best!
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Thanks. That's a thorough rundown. Not embarrassing at all, I tend to keep my former gear around. You sound pretty efficient.
 
Bigterp said:
Only 1 of those that lost $ was the assassin, rest were break even
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My wife loves me because I help those in need. And I'm proud to support the US economy.

Lol. I'm such a poor salesman. But I've been mostly satisfied with gear I've purchased.
 
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