I'm in Kirkland and have a Hogg Father on my CST as well. Don't take everyone's opinion too seriously, after all, options are like a$$holes. Everyone has one. I love my hogg father, even though it does weigh 14 oz. and Cam didn't sell me on the set up, he just knows what quality equipment is as well.
If you want to check it out just shoot me a PM. I'm pretty busy during the week but could throw it in my truck and if you're in the area, stop by and check it out.