Summit open Shot

[jbogg]

I have used the Lonewolf Handclimber for the past three seasons as my climbing method and platform. The handful of failures that I have seen on this site caused me to look for other options. Someone had recommended the Summit open shot so I ordered one to give it a try. I had a stainless steel plate welded in place. Touched it up with a little camo paint and some grip tape and it looks like it was sent from the factory this way. It comes in at 5.6 pounds, so about a pound and a half heavier than my Lonewolf, but not much of a penalty for such a solid feeling option. It definitely climbs easier, and seems less apt to be kicked loose while hunting.

 

[Longbowwally]

Should work just fine - I would prolly run a strap around it at hunting height to keep it in place in case you put side pressure on it....

 

[BTaylor]

Might want a tether to clip to your saddle so you dont drop it.

 

[jbogg]

For sure. I always have it attached to my teather. I still have to add foot straps and the cord for teather.

 

[Steve Plemmons]

I hunted with this stand for years. You will definitely want to use the strap that came with it to tighten it to the tree when at hunting height.

 

[Plebe]

Some more on this approach

Summit Open Shot alternative to LWHC

I have both the Summit Open shot and the LWHC setup. The Summit has been my go-to for a few seasons now. Just hang from your tether and zip up the tree. I have 85% pine trees where I hunt so it works well. I just strap it to my backpack or JX3 and go. I'll use a platform with the JX3 since I...

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[muzzypower]

Well done! I’ve been thinking of trying this. The bummer is that the top portion isnt sold alone. I have an old x stand climber i may try. Still brand new never used so might as well try. Light too

 

[jbogg]

Well done! I’ve been thinking of trying this. The bummer is that the top portion isnt sold alone. I have an old x stand climber i may try. Still brand new never used so might as well try. Light too

I was hoping to be able to purchase just the top portion as well. Ended up buying the entire stand so I decided the bottom foot climber could be used as well. I plan on stashing it at one of my hard to get to spots in the mountains so when I hike way back there I won’t even have to pack in the modified upper portion.

 

[Buckhole75]

Looks to me like you could still use it as a traditional climber using your new foot platform as a seat Just need a cushion when using it that way I like it Good idea man

 

[Fatty in a tree]

Welcome to the club! This will be my second season using my modded Open shot. I absolutely love it!! It weighs in at a few ounces over 5 pounds. My only suggestion is to file the teeth that bite the tree sharper so it bites better. It makes it more stable. I hunt hill country so I don't need to apply side pressure so it works perfect for me.

 

[gumby]

I have one, used it a lot but always felt I was going to fall out of it when setting. I cut the seat bar out and made it into a standing stand, that way I can lean against the tree or hang or stand. Works well but you have to strap the top to the tree because it's so light, I just strap the cable to the tree. Of course it is still a climbing stand but sometimes it is what I need.

 

[jbogg]

Looks to me like you could still use it as a traditional climber using your new foot platform as a seat Just need a cushion when using it that way I like it Good idea man

It could definitely still be used as a regular climber. As you said, just add a cushion.

 

[Deadeyedenny]

I have used the Lonewolf Handclimber for the past three seasons as my climbing method and platform. The handful of failures that I have seen on this site caused me to look for other options. Someone had recommended the Summit open shot so I ordered one to give it a try. I had a stainless steel plate welded in place. Touched it up with a little camo paint and some grip tape and it looks like it was sent from the factory this way. It comes in at 5.6 pounds, so about a pound and a half heavier than my Lonewolf, but not much of a penalty for such a solid feeling option. It definitely climbs easier, and seems less apt to be kicked loose while hunting.
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Very nice finish. I used the LW top for 3 seasons. Loved the weight and compact but not as stable. I had an old summit open shot that I used for 2 seasons and although it's larger it's way better. I put 1" square tube and two cross straps. I put an amsteel loop on the outside and atttach to my tether. All I do is pull up the rope and guide with my feet to climb. Works like a charm. You can als turn 360 on the platform which is tough on the LW.