Glad you're okay RH. Climber stands can be dangerous. A loc-on is safer, IMO. The Loc-on is a better choice if you plan to hunt to same location intermittently. If you use strap-on climbing sticks just take the bottom two with you will deter all but determined thieves, leave the cabled/locked stand in place. The prussik tied into a fall harness is a non-negotiable. Take a buddy with you when place the stand as that first time you will have to place the sticks/stand and the rope for the prussik/fall harness and the potential for a fall will be higher.
Having said that, all serious whitetail buck chasers know the first set up in a stand is likely the best ambush, and a portable climber makes this possible. Make sure you develop a thorough check to ensure all is well with your stand and climbing technique.
