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Latitude X-Wing

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Saw something about this. Anybody heard anything about it?

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Heck if it is a xwing will probably fly you up the tree too. Won't even need sticks with that platform.

All kidding aside I think I am gonna give it a try when it comes out. I think it will be pretty comfortable to use. One of my local shops is a latitude dealer so when he gets some in I will give it a try and decide from there.
 
bowhuntr09 said:
There are some videos on YouTube from ATA. Supposedly it’s under 1lb.
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Sub 1? Where did you hear that? If so that's pretty dang impressive.

I thought I heard between 2-3 as it's cast and not carbon fiber. Comparing it to other lightweight items that almost seems impossible. Now I'm curious again haha.
 
I would say it is probably in the 2-3 range. Looks machined aluminum not cast. No way it is under 1. The post alone probably weighs almost that much.
 
One of my hunting buddies just got back from the Huntin’ Time Expo in Grand Rapids which is Latitude’s hometown and they had a booth with a demo. They said 2.5-ish but they don’t want that number set in stone yet as they’re still making finishing touches.

I’m said it’s not sub 1 but that was honestly a pipe dream for me, with that said I am interested to see how it finishes up.
 
I wish this thing had slanted wing tips (front edges). I know that's economically ridiculous, but it would be awesome.
 
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Even at 2.5# I think I will take a hard look at it once available. As a ROS/BOS guy who has tried platforms, I think it will fill a void we have been trying to fill, or atleast for myself. I still prefer a ROS but they're are times when I'd like to stand up with my feet together, especially when in a large or crooked tree. I've really put alot of thought into this lately and I think the perfect solution would be something with a small (6x8,8x6) platform centered between 2 pegs that would basically be the equivalent of a ROS. I think the positioning of the steps/pegs (angle, recession) will be key for comfort. All of that would be amazing at or under 1lb but 2lb or so is acceptable in this age of ultralight.
 
Same thoughts I have, a place to stand and turn around to water the greens might also help.

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You could run a tree suit like this and it would be similar. Maybe even better.

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Anyone get one yet? Looks like the "July/August" shipping is looking more like August.
 
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