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Hang-on vs. Ladder
Right now i am very confused on which one to buy.
I like how they hangons are very light and small but the ladders seem much easier. They both are around the same price and i was wondering which one you prefer? I want the easiesty to set up, most conceled, and the best in different hunting situations. Brands and models will help. i dont really want to spend mopre than $100 thanks |
RE: Hang-on vs. Ladder
DEFINATELY go with the hang on. They are much more mobile and easier to conceal, plus you can get higher in the tree. If you are worried about ease you might look into some climbing sticks rather then screw-in steps.
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RE: Hang-on vs. Ladder
Cool i was looking at those.
Thanks for the info. What about brand? |
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I really like gorillas. If you are looking to save money i would just go with the cheapest hang on you can get unless you are planning on pulling it often and moving it. If your just gonna stick it in the tree and leave it go ahead and get the cheap heavy one. They also are pretty comfortable
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Here is what i do.
No ladder at all I have seen to many older deer look up into them. When I am hunting bedding area's I use screw in steps. They are less noticible by game and humans;) |
RE: Hang-on vs. Ladder
Ok cool.
Thanks. |
RE: Hang-on vs. Ladder
I really don't see how you think a ladder stand is easyer than a hang - on , I know my brother in law has a hard time setting hisladder stand up every time.
In fact he had to redo his quiet a few times because it was so wobblely , he broke his leg two years ago when he was getting in it. Some how the support brace came loose and whenhetook one more step it fell apart on him and he fell with his leg in between the steps. He's been hunting in a ground blind since then and vowed never to use a ladder stand again. |
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ORIGINAL: RDHunter he fell with his leg in between the steps. I broke my femur my freshman year in football. Talk about pain! [:o] |
RE: Hang-on vs. Ladder
For Bowhunting, go with the Hang On~!
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ORIGINAL: Germ Here is what i do. No ladder at all I have seen to many older deer look up into them. When I am hunting bedding area's I use screw in steps. They are less noticible by game and humans;) I don't like screw in steps. I find them to be a pain and since I have used some of the same trees for over a decade, screwing steps in and out couldn't help the tree. The strap on climbing sticks are my preferred method. Again, I have never had a deer notice them and they are spaced well, easy to climb, etc. I like both ladders and hang ons. It just depends on the situation. If you want to set up in a pine, then use a ladder. The branches will conceal the ladder and it is a one step process. Deciduous trees, hand on all the way. Just my thoughts. |
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get hang on, best hang on ive ever sit in for the money is the remington 300 mag treestand. check em out at bass pro for i think 100 bucks, sometimes on sale. i got two for 60 each onsale last summer. Extremely comfortable, safe, perfect for bowhunting i.e. no bars, or obstructions in the way. cant go wrong with these. but as Michael said it is a heavier stand than alot of those 300 dollar ones, so it really isnt for moving around often. i moved mine last year 3 or 4 times throughout the season without problem.
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ORIGINAL: huntingson ORIGINAL: Germ Here is what i do. No ladder at all I have seen to many older deer look up into them. When I am hunting bedding area's I use screw in steps. They are less noticible by game and humans;) I don't like screw in steps. I find them to be a pain and since I have used some of the same trees for over a decade, screwing steps in and out couldn't help the tree. The strap on climbing sticks are my preferred method. Again, I have never had a deer notice them and they are spaced well, easy to climb, etc. I like both ladders and hang ons. It just depends on the situation. If you want to set up in a pine, then use a ladder. The branches will conceal the ladder and it is a one step process. Deciduous trees, hand on all the way. Just my thoughts. Difference in pressure, almost every gun hunter in MI hunts out 15 ft ladder stand from Cabelas:D We sold a pile of those damn things. Now the deer here are condition to look for them;) If I hunted less pressure area I would not have a problem. In Northen MI is way worst, LOL I may go to the tree sling:D |
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I really agree that it depends on two variables, where you are going to hunt, meaning tree type, terrain, public or private land, and also if you plan to use just for bow, or bow and firearms?
Hang-ons can be hung in just about any type of tree and in just about any situation, but you will need steps or sticks and they can take a little effort to put up. A ladder stand is a one package deal that can often feel more sure and offer better seating and rail options, but you will not be able to put them up in all trees and in all situations. Just buy one of both and your set. ;):D Of course then you will need a climber down the road too! ;) |
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Hang on and climbing sticks. Even in my condition, (Both hips replaced and a knee soon to be done) I still feel comfortable.
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Here's another vote for the hang-ons, you just can't beat 'em especially for staying hidden from your quarry, as well as other hunters.
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ORIGINAL: Germ I killed a 3 1/2 year out of a 20 ft ladder, he follewed the steps right up to me. He turned around to walk they other way and I shot him. Difference in pressure, almost every gun hunter in MI hunts out 15 ft ladder stand from Cabelas:D We sold a pile of those damn things. Now the deer here are condition to look for them;) If I hunted less pressure area I would not have a problem. In Northen MI is way worst, LOL I may go to the tree sling:D |
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Me have no pines, LOL I agree if you can hide it why not:)
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Hang on for versatility. Check out Lone Wolf sticks and stands.
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Well it sounds like everyones going with hang ons.
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CLIMBERS THEN HANG ONS. LADDERS ARE AN INVITATION FOR SOMEONE TO HUNT OUT OF YOUR STAND OR FOR THEM TO STEAL IT.
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I've never owned or hunted from a ladder stand. But I have helped my buddy carry it to and from the woods and helped set it up.
Long story short... I'll never buy one. |
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