I have a DB matrix, it weighs around 20# about the same as a climbing tree stand. They set up in a matter of minutes and can be very effective. If your going to buy one spend the money on a good one from the start I like Double Bull but there ore other good brands, the hub design seems to be the best for quick setups. You cant beat them on a cold rainy day and they work good on deer and are deadly for turkeys, they offer you freedom of movement without detection from the game your after.