Climber or Hang-on? (plz help!)
11-12-2006, 07:14 PM
#12
Nontypical Buck
Join Date: May 2005
Location: Illinois
Posts: 1,608
RE: Climber or Hang-on? (plz help!)
I have both; an API Grand Slam climber that's about 5 years old and a new Gorilla hang-on. I got the strap-on treesteps. I hunt public land, so I have to use something that won't pierce the bark on the trees. The steps are a pain in the butt, but I love the stand. And the climber is sooooo comfortable.
You'd be suprised how easy it is to find trees that are straight and clear enough for a climber. The only reason I got the hang-on is to have more set-up options. I like the versatility.
If I were you, I'd get the hang-on, and then get a climber later. You can use the hang-on in clear trees and trees with branches, but you can only use the climber in clear trees. Plus, the hang-on stands are much more bowhunter friendly. You don't have the 'rail' going around it to get in the way of your bow.
Use a harness no matter which stand you get.
Good luck!
You'd be suprised how easy it is to find trees that are straight and clear enough for a climber. The only reason I got the hang-on is to have more set-up options. I like the versatility.
If I were you, I'd get the hang-on, and then get a climber later. You can use the hang-on in clear trees and trees with branches, but you can only use the climber in clear trees. Plus, the hang-on stands are much more bowhunter friendly. You don't have the 'rail' going around it to get in the way of your bow.
Use a harness no matter which stand you get.
Good luck!
11-12-2006, 08:28 PM
#13
Join Date: Nov 2006
Posts: 37
RE: Climber or Hang-on? (plz help!)
I have both a climber and a hang on. I almost only use the climber. I have a summit which weighs only 18 lbs total. That's alot less than the sticks and hang on stand together. I also hunt on public land so I have to take it down every day, plus I like to try new spots. The summits are very comfortable and stable. The only drawback for the climber is that for bow hunting, usually have to pick a tree that doesn't provide much cover.
11-13-2006, 08:13 AM
#14
Nontypical Buck
Join Date: Sep 2006
Location: Michigan
Posts: 1,288
RE: Climber or Hang-on? (plz help!)
If you have the money what i like to do is use a climber as a hang on you get a ladder to attach to the tree then put the climber up they are much more comfortable to sit in all day. just a suggestion
11-20-2006, 11:49 AM
#16
Join Date: Nov 2006
Posts: 6
RE: Climber or Hang-on? (plz help!)
I have a Guide Gear Deluxe climber ($90.00). The reason is it has a comfortable seat and side rails.The rails help keep me in the stand because I tend to nod off, I also wear a harness. It gets boring sitting in a tree for hours. You may also want to buy a couple of stands for different locations due to wind conditions. This will save you from having to always move your stand.
Good luck and good hunting, always wear a harness..
Good luck and good hunting, always wear a harness..
11-20-2006, 12:22 PM
#18
Join Date: Nov 2006
Posts: 13
RE: Climber or Hang-on? (plz help!)
Save your money and get a lone wolf. You'll never look back. Absolutely no noise because of the cast aluminum frame, very comfortable and lighter than any other stand. I don't even notice it on my back when I pack in in and out. Also it only take 3 or 4 minutes to get 20 or 30 feet up ina tree.
