This kit is built for comfort, not the lightest platform or sticks on the market but fairly priced and rock solid. Rounded edges on the platform might be my favorite! Def get the upgraded knee pads and swing for some rope man ascenders if possible.
I'm new to saddle hunting but I can give you my two cents on it thus far. The saddle is well made and just as advertised. It's a bit uncomfortable for a long sit so far. I've heard others say you get use to it the more you use it. I'm a 6'4" 255 lbs guy. So it could be this way just for my body type. The saddle pulls inward on my hips a lot. I may be able to rig something up that keeps it from collapsing in so much but haven't at the time of this post. However I am satisfied with this and would still recommend it for smaller framed hunters. At least smaller than me.
The Hyperlite platform is incredibly light and is as solid as the EDP. Another great product by Trophyline.
This thing is great for turkey hunting if you're going to run and gun those birds!