Climber guys, what bow holder do you use?
09-20-2011, 06:48 PM
#1
Fork Horn
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Join Date: Oct 2010
Location: NC
Posts: 196
Climber guys, what bow holder do you use?
Well I was using a gorilla tree stand with the gun bar, kept my bow handy on a rail mount (hme). But had to switch to a open shot this year (hand climber summit) Cause I wanted some more freedom. I tryed the realtree 23" screw in bow holder, its ok.. get the job done. Anyone got a recommendation? I might try the 3 arm realtree one and see if I can get it sitting right where I would hold it. Going to be shooting downward aways so shouldnt get too much in the way. Also Ive got one I left in a tree that will will use alot, havent seen any very portable ones.. I stand mostly, and sit a little in my summit openshot. Lemme know if some of yall got it down to a science
09-21-2011, 02:23 AM
#2
Giant Nontypical
Join Date: Dec 2004
Location: Ohio
Posts: 7,876
I use a strap on the tree one from bass pro, has 4 hooks. Seemed kind a small at first but haven't been in a tree yet that was too big. Works well and a whole lt easier to install. Packs easy and doesn't have any sharp points. You can slide the hooks around the tree any where you want once it's strapped on. Don't need another but am always tempted to buy one everytime I pass one.
Isn't like the arm/screw in kind that lets you hang the bow for a quick grab, but fast enough if your a stander/watcher, perfect for you.
http://www.basspro.com/API-Outdoors-Treestand-Accessory-Kit/product/10207431/93459
Isn't like the arm/screw in kind that lets you hang the bow for a quick grab, but fast enough if your a stander/watcher, perfect for you.
http://www.basspro.com/API-Outdoors-Treestand-Accessory-Kit/product/10207431/93459
09-21-2011, 04:40 AM
#3
Nontypical Buck
Join Date: Aug 2005
Location: Cenral Illinois
Posts: 3,180
I use one that is attached to the top section of my climber and holds the bottom limb of the bow. I really like this for my climber since its one less thing to dink around with once you get the proper height.
09-21-2011, 05:20 AM
#4
Spike
Join Date: Nov 2008
Posts: 97
09-21-2011, 05:50 AM
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Fork Horn
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Location: NC
Posts: 196
09-21-2011, 08:39 AM
#7
Nontypical Buck
Join Date: Dec 2009
Location: Sulphur,Indiana
Posts: 1,350
Mine clamps to the bottom part of my API,it's out of the way,stays on the stand and I can grab my bow making no noise or large movements while sitting down or standing.The arrow remains knocked in my whisker b. ready to raise and fire,it's rubber coated shaped like a U and the bow's limb and weight keep it in place. I've had no problems with it at all. I think it was 14.99 made by API.
Last edited by doetrain; 09-21-2011 at 08:42 AM.
09-21-2011, 11:40 AM
#8
Fork Horn
Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: Ohio
Posts: 176
I just use a screw in step for my bow holder while in my climber. Works just fine. I hunt mostly private land and have forgot to take grab it before I started the decent. If lost cost is $2.00 or less.
CVG Ohio
CVG Ohio
Last edited by CVG Ohio; 09-22-2011 at 05:58 AM.
09-21-2011, 05:26 PM
#10
Dominant Buck
Join Date: Jan 2004
Posts: 39,036
Buy a better bow. I shoot an Oneida. The lower limb slips easily in either my front pocket while standing at the ready in the first or last hour an a half of sunlight. Deer comes by and I only need to raise it out of my pocket and into shooting position. It slips into the cargo pocket and rests on my shoulder in the ready during the off hours while waiting for that deer to move by.
