I got a 32" ATA bow this fall, mostly as a backup to my 38" Hoyt Protec; but also thinking of treestand manueverability. I didn't have any issues with the 38" bow in a ground blind, though. And the longer bow is more forgiving. I'm thinking if you carry some pruning shears up there with you, the 36" bow is never going to be a problem in the treestand.