Brad C.
High quality, super durable and performs like a dream. Best stand in its class, hands down.
bryan p.
Set up a couple times but I love the smaller a compact size and very lite
Jason D.
Superior to any other stand I’ve ever owned.
Seth H.
Love my .5 from LWCG. I am a saddle hunter and this stand makes a perfect hybrid stand. Super lite weight and extremely well made. Thanks for the great products.
John V.
Insane in the membrane nice
Nickalos H.
This stand is hands down the best quality stand I’ve laid hands on. This lightweight stand makes long tracks to and from my hunting location a breeze.
David E.
The absolute best mobile stand setup on the market in my opinion. I do a lot of hunting in the Allegheny National Woods of Pennsylvania and was looking for something lightweight and mobile. This fit the bill.
Abram D.
I’ll say this…. When I picked up the box I thought they forgot to put the stand in it. Incredibly light! Also, pleasantly surprised on how much standing room there is. Big fan.
Daniel P.
Very happy with how light the stand is. I’ve carried the summit for so long that much shoulders are still familiar with its weight and bulk even after not hauling it since last December. When I lifted the .5 still in the box I couldn’t help but laugh at how much lighter it is. Then getting it on my back and knowing I’d still be able to draw a bow and travel twice the distance I could with the summit was awesome. Hoping the sticks are available asap so I can finally test it up in a tree.
Jason M.
I love it best hang and hunt setup
I’m using my predator saddle with it as well
Best of both worlds
Jayce O.
The LWCG DS.5 is the best stand in existence for run n gun style hunting in my opinion. The ultimate run and gun setup for slipping in on an evening sit close to buck bedding or slipping in for a quick morning setup. The stand is lightweight and extremely easy to hang. Don't be fooled by its small size! It packs a punch and is plenty comfortable for 5-6 hour hunts. You will probably want the 1.0 for all day sits but when it comes to mobile hunting you cant beat the .5 for whitetail hunting. Pair it with some mini sticks for the ultimate pack-ability setup. Buy once and cry once, I plan on having this stand for the rest of my life!
Garrett .
While the phrase “game changer” is overused in the hunting industry, this stand (and sticks) setup is one of kind and the gold standard of a mobile treestand hunter. Feature rich with everything thought out and engineered by mobile hunters. It’s not just the lightest stand out there- it packs perfectly, hangs well, silent and sturdy. It’s my go to and will be in the backdrop of many grip&grins.
ruben c.
I bought this after going to the Raleigh, NC roan show and it honestly blows your mind how lite yet how strong a stand can be I switched to this from saddle hunting and I’ve cut at least 9 pounds off my entire set up
Derek M.
I always knew I wanted the .5 stand, as soon as I saw the first video of it. The way that the system, double steps and stand, work in sync is beautifully engineered. I am a 100% mobile public land hunter that hunts multiple states and I can’t say enough about how amazing this stand and system are.
Joe H.
Very excited to try it out, so far been taping it up to silence it.
Dean P.
Well I have been using it in my yard. Haven't tried climbing sticks so its been a learning experience . I love how light the stand is its very
Jimmy B.
I wanted a lighter weight stand and this one fits the bill. I like how easy it is to hang on the tree. And, carrying it on my back is effortless. It's a little pricey but I think it's worth every penny.
Onni T.
Extremely light and easy to pack in the woods. Best stand on the market
Zack r.
The .5 is insanely light. Like it’s ridiculous. The fact that it still has all the features of the 1.0 is awesome. I’m 260# with a 13-14 boot depending on brand. Although I also have a 1.0 I will definitely be using this for quick hunts. It takes a little practice, but after getting comfortable with it, even at my size I find it to be enough room to get the job done.
I matched it with the thicker 1.0 size seat cushion and love it.
SPENCER H.
Blown away by how light weight and compact it is. Going to make hiking into places so much more desireable
Donovan B.
Excited to use it this coming season
Brandon L.
Love the stand it’s incredibly light and nimble. Very easy to setup in any tree and is rock solid. This will be an awesome run and gun stand!!
James D.
Been waiting a long time for a stand like this to hit the market , come on September. Its perfect for my style of hunting.
Ryan V.
Love this stand so far, super light and packable. Works great with a badlands pack. The mini’s work great with it. I’ve hung it in a tree once so far. Can’t wait to get out and chase some deer this fall.
Jeff W.
The absolute best stand on the market bar none. For years I’ve hunted with a Lone Wolf Assault II and genuinely thought mobile treestands couldn’t get any better... boy was I wrong. Naturally a minimalist, I was over the moon excited to see the DS.5 Public Land Stand in the works weighing in at a mere 5.7lbs! Needless to say I ordered one with 4 minis and have been putting it to use on my Illinois, Ohio, and Pennsylvania public land adventures. Here’s a picture of my October 2020 Ohio public land buck I killed from the DS.5. I will never own another stand for mobile hunting again. Can’t wait to see what the years will bring to me hunting like a wolf!
Kyle M.
Using this has a hybrid platform and it is the best of both worlds. Its nice because pairs with a saddle you can get way away from the tree to take shots that you may not be able to make if you standing closer to the tree.
Stan K.
Great stand exactly what i been looking for
Ryan A.
Awesome stand!! Its very light weight but sturdy! Alot more room on the platform than I thought. Hands down this is a game changer!
Scott D.
Love this small and extremely light weight stand! The quality and innovative from the forward thinking owners, is simply a game changer. I’d love to see a larger seat option in the future.
Colin M.
Compact and light weight....seems like a killing machine! Ready for fall....
Gabriel S.
Super light and plenty of room, which I was surprised about. And this little guy bites the tree like no other. Only thing I didn’t like was how sharp the edges were on it. Spent about 2 hours filing them all down.
Robert L.
Best stand I've ever owned. Probably the last stand ill ever own.
No brainer with the stick as a system.
Works perfectly for how i hunt
Luke K.
Best mobile setup on the market. Made in USA. Wreaks of quality. I’m lighter than I would be with a saddle, and it’s way less complicated. Worth every penny.
Christopher M.
Love the great customer service; when I needed some questions answered they picked the phone up and made a quick call.
James M.
Great design, super light! Even the backpack straps are high quality. Customer service is also top notch! Wish I had it last season for sure.
Pete S.
The best stand on the market period! No one will beat this incredible craftsmanship lone wolf custom gear has put out! Will not go with another stand as long as I hunt.
Jeron H.
Best stand on the market. I loved my XOP stands but this takes things to the next level for sure!
jeff s.
Using the .5 with a tree saddle. Thinking it's going to be the best of both worlds.
Johnny B.
Can’t believe how light this stand is- feels like nothing is on your back when you are walking to your stand.
Trey D.
The weight is insane!! Can’t wait to use this stand this fall
Jacob C.
Picked up the .5 public land stand from Cody at the Iowa Deer Classic.
I had been a little skeptical about the size at first, im 6'2 230 with a size 12 boot.
After hanging this stand, I can confidently say I made the right purchase.
Insanely light, super adjustable, hangs well and feels like it disappears in the tree.
I will likely add a second seat cushion, other than that I love the stand.
Whether you are a public land only hunter, or want to try out new spots on your favorite farm, this .5 public land stand NEEDS to be in your arsenal-it will make you a better hunter because its so portable.
Pictures to come with my Iowa giant im going to shoot later this year.
Michele E.
I like that everything packs up together and how light it is. I wish the platform wasn't so sharp on the edges
Ian S.
Stand came in looks great. Hoping to try it out soon and kill from it this fall.
Paul F.
Ridiculous stand. So light, so durable. One of a kind. UltraLIGHT. Feels like it ain't even on my back. Worth every single penny.
Bob L.
Love the stand. Looking forward to getting the thicker seat cushion when it becomes available.
Taylor P.
Best stand on the market if you’re looking for a lightweight mobile setup! You won’t regret your purchase!!
Tye S.
Feels like Half the weight of an assault 2.
Super small, in a good way - just big enough to poke a whitetail.
Will be great to tuck in these hedge and cedar trees.
Cons: everything has cons, focus on the good things.
Lesley B.
I bought this stand for my husband for our 6th wedding anniversary. He bought cried he was so over the moon! He said it’s the best stand he has ever had and said it was amazing light even with the sticks attached. He can’t wait to get in the woods come bow season. He’s been just walking around with it on his back lol
McDonald B.
Great stand very light and compact, Only thing is, wife ordered the wrong stand, she ordered the .5 ,when in fact she was surposed to order the 1.0 for me., So reached out to lwcg, and was able to return it and exchange for the correct 1.0. No problem. Heck they even took care of shipping for me. In this day and age, that means alot. Thank you very much. Lone wolf custom gear. Brian McDonald, Northeastern Representative EZV Sight
Ryan B.
I ordered this stand 3-7-21 a Sunday and I got it today 3-9-21! Crazy fast shipping. Customer service is top notch, quality is insane, it’s built tough as shit and light as can be. I picked the box up without seeing the LWCG logo and figured it was more junk my wife ordered, you don’t realize how light it is until your holding one. If you’re on the fence BUY ONE, if you’re a hater BUY ONE, it’s a game changer !
John N.
Awesome stand, crazy light!!!
Giles K.
This thing is Awesome!! It is so small (perfect for what I wanted) and weighs nothing!! Love it! With the double steps this is the perfect setup for mobility! Nothing else compares.
Nick A.
This stand is so light the box felt empty when I grabbed it off my porch. Assembly is easy. Purchased this stand along with slayer tape stand kit. Can’t wait until archery season opens in NYS
John B.
Great product! If ur looking for the perfect light weight mobile setup this is it!! I also have the assault 2 but the extra money for the custom gear was definitely worth it.
Jacob V.
Absolutely outstanding stand, love it so much I’m buying a second one for my 4 year old so he can come with me, he loves it as well, the size really perked his interest in getting up in a tree, he’s cautious but likes being in the stand now. Keep up the great work LWCG
Frank B.
Haven’t had a chance to use it yet. Season was over here when I got it. I saddle hunt also. And got rid of my platform and I’m going to use this as a substitute for both. It’s a little bit heavier than a platform plus it has a seat. Far as I’m concerned it’s hands-down the best stand in the market. I’ve always been a customer of Lonewolf I have a lot of custom gear equipment full-sizeSticks minis and doubles. It’s also good I can’t part with it and have made different set ups for different equipment. Keep making the best stuff on the market
Bobby B.
I love the .5 an I love the way it packs up I just wanna know if y’all make a longer strap for the stand so I can get into bigger trees but other than that I’m glad I made the purchase of the stand
Spencer Y.
Industry leader in quality mobile lock on stands. You cannot beat products made by these guys. I can efficiently hike into the woods comfortably with my stand, sticks and pack around 15-20lbs. Pairing the .5 with the waist belt it makes carrying the sticks and backpack so easy. Zero regrets. Wish I had purchased sooner!
Christopher K.
The .5 public land stand is the stand I have wanted for years. It is lightweight and the way it packs up is awesome. Every feature is well thought out. I love this thing!
Melissa P.
I bought this stand for my husband for his birthday. He is IN LOVE! It is unbelievable how light it is. I was amazed when I picked the box up. I thought...There is no way the whole stand is in here. Totally worth the investment. I highly recommended .
Tim K.
I ran this DS.5 all year bouncing around an old Christmas tree farm which was my best hunting to date.
Doug N.
I believe this stand is ideal to fit both a saddle hunter as well as a typical hang on stand. The stand is light, easy to pack and hang. When the stand is correctly put on the tree it is very secure. You can't go wrong with Lone Wolf Custom Gear!
Tyler A.
Its hard to beat this stand. Its the perfect hybrid combo for saddle hunting or run and gun traditional stand. Its so light you can barely tell you are packing it. Sticks stack perfect and compact. Also extremely easy to hang as you can hold in one hand for days. Game changer!
Nick K.
All-in-all best stand I've owned; truly a work of art! I'm 6' 215lbs for reference. Once cam-locked tight to the tree it's rock solid with minimal spring in the platform/cables. Easy to hang with it being so light, and the offset bracket cleats well on all shapes and sizes of trees. Amazingly light and packs tight with double steps. Shoulder straps are good too, appreciate the added sternum strap.
The size is perfect imo. I always wanted to cut off 4ish" in the front of the xop evolution as it was wasted space and weight for my style. I stand mostly while hunting, tight against the tree. I'm a cable feeler with my legs, which gives me a sense of security while elevated. Seat size and stand post height isn't lacking to meet the specs of the platform. The folding seat shelf is legit, and I added a molle pouch beneath the seat to store a bow hanger, rope, compass, and grub.
With 4 double step sticks strapped vertical, this setup weighs about 15lbs. I pack 4 doubles regardless if I need them each hang, and can get 16'-20' high depending on branches etc.
The only negative I have found are the sharp edges on the stand and sticks. It didn't take long for straps to get nicked up and fray. I can see replacing all straps each year for peace in mind. I do not feel I should have to deburr anything at this price point. Maybe a deburring tumbler step within the manufacturing process to address this?
All-in-all, this rig is money! I feel like a ninja every time I step in the woods with this on my back. In Michigan, more hunters are going the extra distance and sloshing deeper in the swamps. This is the enhanced tool I needed to out perform the competition and hunt like a predator! -Nick
Jason P.
This stand is AWESOME!!!! Love how light weight it is. Long walks are easy with this stand and steps all packed up nice and small on my back
Charles P.
I’m 59 and have been bowhunting since 1984 , have seen the progression of tree stands , LWCG is the best!!
Cody G.
It’s perfect! If you are looking for the a game changing product then this is for you. Packing this this in and out is breeze and I wouldn’t go with any other tree stand on the market. Excited to have the stand the rest of my life.
Scott M.
It was lighter than anticipated and still large enough to turn around on once in the stand.
Kyle M.
I switched from the Ambush to the DS 0.5 and use it as a hybrid stand. It really is the best of both worlds. If you are self filming the shelf has just enough space to fit a pack full of camera gear.
Davif G.
The beast lock/on tree stand period. I’m a saddle hunter and it the best of both worlds. Weighs next to nothing and perfect for the mobile hunter. Don’t hesitate to purchase, you won’t regret it.
Tim R.
Awesome product with the steps!
Devin M.
Best hang on I’ve used to date and Iv been through a lot of them. Extremely mobile and lightweight without taking away comfort. Great stand!
Daniel S.
Why would anyone buy anything else? These new Lone wolf products are works of ART! I’m in awe! Dan Seabolt
Jeff A.
Firm believer of you get what you pay for, compact sticks and the .5 is the best combo you can ask for. Best money I have spent for hunting
Levi M.
Quit wasting time thinking about buying it. Commit to saving money and just do it. You won’t need any other stands.
Jim H.
Excellent quality. Exactly what you would expect for LWCG.
Dan F.
Absolutely my favorite stand I have ever owned due to its size. This stand is truly a work of art and work horse!
Thanks Guy!
Johnny P.
This equipment performed way above my expectations I couldn't be any more pleased, outstanding products.
james c.
Great little stand, well made SUPER LIGHT and easy to hang. Straps that come with it are high quality. wish it came with two straps though for the price.
Had some questions regarding shipping and my email was responded to quickly and I was happy with the customer service.
Keith R.
Nice and light and bigger than it looks would definitely buy again
Austin M.
This stand was a complete game changer for me. While using other hang ons I often talked about the wasted few inches that I never use on the edges. This stand takes the wasted space away while still having enough room to move around for a shot. The .5 combined with the compact sticks is a great combo for the minimalist run and gun hunter!
Maxx C.
Be careful carrying your bow on your shoulders with the stand on your back. The machined edges could cut your bow string! So easy to hang and hunt!
Waldemar K.
I really love this hang-on .5 the way is design for buckpuck so light I hunt a lot on public land it’s take a lot of weight of my buck this is the best hangon I ever bought . Thanks
Hunter U.
Worth every penny! The quality of craftsmanship put into this stand is amazing. So light but yet so sturdy. The shelf seat made packing in and out a breeze. Took my hunting to the next level. No longer do I have to find that perfectly straight tree with no limbs with my climber. Hunt the perfect tree every time now!
Joshua B.
Super lightweight mobile system. Extremely sturdy for being so small and lightweight. I'm 6'3 240lbs and its perfect. The packability of the stand makes if feel even lighter on your back.
Chris W.
The LWCG .5 is an awesome stand! It’s just what I was looking for in a stand because it packs, sets up like, and weighs about what a larger saddle hunting platform does, but you still have the room to stand up on it and the best part- you actually sit down on it! My only criticism is that the seat post edges are sharp enough to begin fraying the straps even after only a couple of time setting up. I wish the edges were smoothed out at least where they contact the strap. I did have to try and smooth the edges out here so I wouldn’t ruin straps and create a safety hazard. The stand is quite expensive but there’s nothing like it on the market and its hard to beat if you’re like me and want the best aspects of a tree stand and a saddle platform. This is it!
Shawn k.
The .5 stand is the perfect size for run and gun setup. I'm 6ft 1" with a size 13 boot and I'm very comfortable in this stand. It definitely couldn't be any smaller but it doesn't need to be any bigger.
Jonathan H.
After 30 years of lugging around inferior tree stands finally somebody has created what I believe to be the best mobile system ever produced, it’s unreal light, dead silent, folds flat, simple to hang, simply a pleasure to use. It’s easy to tell when a product was designed by an actual hunter and not some marketing genius who is more concerned with profits.... I sold off and gave away every other hang on stand in my arsenal to be more streamlined and proficient, 100% mobile, and this stand is the one for me. Paired with LWCG’s shoulder straps and waist belt, it’s as comfortable as an empty backpack, no more brush and berry briars getting snagged and making noise the whole walk in. If your reading this review, doing all the research like I was, trying to justify you investment, all I can say is do it, you won’t be sorry, I have never regretted the good stuff I have bought in my lifetime, just the junk!
Salvatore D.
Great piece of equipment . I’m 6’1 which seems like the height limit for the .5. Very light, very sharp, high quality. An essential for full time, mobile, public land killers. This, with a stick and some screw ins..... and you can go anywhere.
Teng L.
Hands down best stands on the Market! Lone wolf custom gear makes top notch products. The .5 is crazy light and out of it's world. Their product is so awesome that I even went and bought the 1.0 as well. The price of this stand should not be a problem because this stand will last a lifetime! Excited for the 2021 season!
Clint V.
Awesome stand .5
Not being an idiot !! But that stand could totally use a better seat ! For sure ! And I personally think a versa button on the bottom of stand as well just would make it safer ! I know Cody wouldn’t like that cause it would add a few ounces ♂️
Again just feed back as asked ! As for I am a total lone wolf hunter ! I have multiple lone Wolf stands and hunt from Canada to Kentucky ,Kansas and Ohio and Michigan ! Lone wolf is the safest and best tree stands on the market PERIOD !! Hands down keep up the great work !! And innovation! Captain Clint .
