Just curious, what do you guys do with your bows as you're climbing the tree? Thanks for your time! Simp

Leave it on the ground.

Simp,

My bow is usually tied to a hoist/rope which is slipped into one of my cargo pockets. A long length of rope is unrolled prior to beginning the climb. As I get situated I then pull the bow up to the treestand.

I believe that is the way most folks do it.

Pull it up w/ a rope.

Lean it against the tree and when I get where I want to be, I pull it up with a rope.

I think this is the safest way for not only climbers but also ladder stands and hang-ons. I know for me climbing with one hand even on a ladder is not always easy, especially with dew on the steps. Just my opinion.

Pull it up after is certainly the only safe way to go.

I keep throwing it up in the tree until it snags, then I climb up to it.. is that wrong??

I can't believe this is a question.

Get a rope. Tie one end to your bow, tie the other end to your climber. I hope the rest is self-explanatory.

Why not??? This forum is a learning tool. A simple use a rope would of been sufficient!

The hoist rope is the easiest and SAFEST way to pull your Bow/Gun up once your all set up and ready to go! Me its the first thing I pull up and the last thing I lower in. Too many times my bow was on the ground and had deer walking by, so I lower last and hoist it first! Good luck!