Any tips on a tree stand selection
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Spike
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Join Date: Apr 2015
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Any tips on a tree stand selection
Hey everyone, I'm in the market for a new climbing stand, I recently got permission to hunt on some land near my house and I need a climber, so what are y'all's recommendation of a tree stand, should I just go to cabelas and get one there, should I pick one up on amazon?
Thanks for the help!!!!
Thanks for the help!!!!
#2
My first climbing stand I bought at maybe 14 or 15. I went cheap, because that's what I had in my wallet. It was heavy, noisy, uncomfortable.. And I killed deer out of it about every year. Then I went with a summit climber( lots of model to pick from) and love it. It packs in and out easily. It's comfortable. By the best that's in your budget. The longer you can stay in the woods, the better your chances will be. And a comfortable stand can be a big help.
-Jake
-Jake
#3
I would recommend you go to a sporting goods store and actually have a stand in hand before you buy one. Then if you like it, and it is cheaper from Amazon even with shipping go for Amazon. As for me, I have been disappointed once too many times to buy sight unseen except for a picture.
#4
I would recommend you go to a sporting goods store and actually have a stand in hand before you buy one. Then if you like it, and it is cheaper from Amazon even with shipping go for Amazon. As for me, I have been disappointed once too many times to buy sight unseen except for a picture.
You didn't specify what type of hunting you were going to do out of it. You want an open front style for bow hunting. A lot of climbers today have a rail in the front for both shooting and using it as a sit bar to climb. It's still usable for bow but it hinders your shooting angles. Especially with a longer axle to axle bow or traditional.
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Nontypical Buck
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I agree that taking a good look at a variety of climbers is a good idea. I have used several brands of climbers over the past 30-35 years. I sarted with the original "Baker" .... man what changes have come along !
I personally recommend the Summit Viper and Ol' Man Vision. These are both about 17#, easy to set up, sturdy, quiet and comfortable. The Ol' Man's mesh seat allows me to stand and slide back against the tree almost silent. But I find it not as comfortable as the Summit's padded "sling seat". I am 66 years of age, about 6'1" and pushing 275# ... I need simple, appreciate a stand being comfortable and depend upon sturdy !!
The 2 Summits and 2 Ol' Mans that I have are rated 300# ... and frankly appear to be over engineered as far as strength. I hunt with guys that use other brands and like them. I like these.
As always, if you do not already use one, get a quality fall restraint system too. And use it. You life may depend upon it.
I personally recommend the Summit Viper and Ol' Man Vision. These are both about 17#, easy to set up, sturdy, quiet and comfortable. The Ol' Man's mesh seat allows me to stand and slide back against the tree almost silent. But I find it not as comfortable as the Summit's padded "sling seat". I am 66 years of age, about 6'1" and pushing 275# ... I need simple, appreciate a stand being comfortable and depend upon sturdy !!
The 2 Summits and 2 Ol' Mans that I have are rated 300# ... and frankly appear to be over engineered as far as strength. I hunt with guys that use other brands and like them. I like these.
As always, if you do not already use one, get a quality fall restraint system too. And use it. You life may depend upon it.
Last edited by Mojotex; 04-30-2015 at 02:08 PM.
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Nontypical Buck
Join Date: Feb 2009
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Tree stands aren't alike
How much do you weigh? Not everyone needs a 300 or 350 lb. weight limit.
Modern climbing tree stands should weigh less than 21 lbs and should be aluminum.
Do some pre-season hiking and weight training, especially if you don't leave the stand behind over night. How long do you intend to use it? Leaving it out shortens the stand's useful life.
Match the tree stand to your width, not a buddy's.
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Modern climbing tree stands should weigh less than 21 lbs and should be aluminum.
Do some pre-season hiking and weight training, especially if you don't leave the stand behind over night. How long do you intend to use it? Leaving it out shortens the stand's useful life.
Match the tree stand to your width, not a buddy's.
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Spike
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