NeckRoast Report post Posted May 27, 2014 I am new to tree stands looking into getting a climbing stand but open to suggestions. Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest oneshot Report post Posted May 27, 2014 Personaly, I'm not a big fan of climbing stands, your limited to what trees you can set them in... And strap-on type stands require some sort of climbing sticks and are not as solid or big... I have a pile of ladder-type stands, yes they are heavyer, but they are super solid and I can always find a tree to stuff them into, even twisted trees... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AZLance Report post Posted May 27, 2014 +1 for ladder stands 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest 300ultramag. Report post Posted May 27, 2014 Lone wolf. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest 300ultramag. Report post Posted May 27, 2014 Lone wolf alpha hand climber. Is pricey but it is a solod performer that comes with the safety harmes that is practical...But all tree stands are dangerous. Safety 1st and alway be attached to your tree... ALWAYS... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest 300ultramag. Report post Posted May 27, 2014 * solid *Harness Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rcdinaz Report post Posted May 27, 2014 I would say Lone Wolf as well. I agree with above though after fiddling with tree stands for awhile. I am back to thinking a ladder stand if you can haul it and probably a ground blind otherwise. It is really tough to just stay put all day and watch critters move around out of reach. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest akaspecials Report post Posted May 28, 2014 I have a summit viper and it is a good comfortable tree stand. However, I always wonder how many deer I scare out of the country while I'm trying to get up into the tree. Any climber is gonna make a lot more noise than a hang on or ladder stand. You also have to go a lot higher with a climber cause you won't get any concealment from branches. I am personally going to be moving away from the climber stands and moving to ground blinds and hang on stands. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bojangles Report post Posted May 28, 2014 problem with tree stands is the wind. when it shifts, you're a hung bunny. but other than that, i like 'em. i l get the cheapest lock on one's i can, and bring a pillow for comfort. that way if it get's stolen, i'm not losing too much money. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
camoremi Report post Posted May 28, 2014 Here you go 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NeckRoast Report post Posted May 28, 2014 That one does not look too comfortable. Thanks for the feedback I will look into ladder stands more than I have. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest oneshot Report post Posted May 28, 2014 That one does not look too comfortable. Thanks for the feedback I will look into ladder stands more than I have. Check the ones with NO arm rests and metal seats, arm rests get in the way when shooting a Bow, and critters/vandals destroy cloth seats... You can find 12ft ladder stands for 60-$70.00 on sale... Good Luck... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CouesPursuit Report post Posted May 28, 2014 Everybody's right. All stand types serve a purpose and are each valuable in a given situation, just have to weigh in your preferences and where you plan on hunting. problem with tree stands is the wind. when it shifts, you're a hung bunny. Absolutely, but all the more reason to use a climber and prepare a couple trees for varying wind. Takes 5 minutes to change trees if the wind is steadily not in your favor, takes 5 seconds to be a "hung bunny" committed to one tree when that buck comes in downwind, as they almost always do. Before last year I only owned hang-on tree stands, for the same reason as many of the comments above regarding tree restrictions. Sound, not so much. It's loud to "hang" a stand, sure you can go in days early and hang it but then you're pretty much committed or you need to own several stands. Owning multiple hang-ons is actually a viable option though when considering cost of a climber vs. hanger. Lots of work though too. I added a climber to the arsenal this year and put my first archery Coues down. Coincidence? Maybe and maybe not, but I have watched many critters show up shortly after relocating 50 yards in the right downwind direction in my limited amount of days in the field chasing big game last November and January. There are plenty of noises in the forest and the rubbing of a tree is a mystery more than a couple yards away. The metal on metal sounds is what worries me. Ladder stands are great too. They're comfortable, somewhat safer, bring the wife, bring a kid. I will definitely own one in the future but right now I'm pretty sure I don't want to haul one deep in the woods on solo hunts. Lots of opinions out there on what's best and many folks may think mine lack merit, but the most important one is 300ultramag's- wear a good, strong, reliable safety system at all times. Also, don't forget to practice falling out of the stand a couple feet above the ground while connected to the tree. Get that foot hold strap sized right and accessible during a fall. Wow, sorry for the winded post. Good luck and stay safe. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CouesPursuit Report post Posted May 28, 2014 That one does not look too comfortable. Thanks for the feedback I will look into ladder stands more than I have. Check the ones with NO arm rests and metal seats, arm rests get in the way when shooting a Bow, and critters/vandals destroy cloth seats... You can find 12ft ladder stands for 60-$70.00 on sale... Good Luck... Great point, definitely a "con" of the climber. When I drew on that Coues this year my quiver bumped the cross bar in front of me and I had to take my eyes off the peep to make sure I wasn't about to cause problems. Something to think about sooner than later, not when you finally get that moment.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hyperwrx Report post Posted June 5, 2014 Give that man a prize. Best ladder stand on the planet. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
