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Equipment & Gear => Power Equipment & RV => Topic started by: sirfunkeybut on August 24, 2011, 10:36:07 PM

Title: tree stands
Post by: sirfunkeybut on August 24, 2011, 10:36:07 PM: i use a fixed stand only because thats what i had, we just bought a brand "new" climbing stand for $10 for the better half and i actually like it better than mine
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Post by: bigtex on August 24, 2011, 10:51:24 PM: Those made by TreeLounge are the best out there.
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Post by: Swannytheswan on August 24, 2011, 10:58:02 PM: I have both a climbing and a fixed. If I had to pick one though it would be a climbing as I think they are more versatile and easier to use
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Post by: pips4bucks on August 24, 2011, 11:42:09 PM: I've got a ladder stand and a fixed. The ladder is nice for areas I don't have to pack it very far. It's pretty comfortable and easy to get in/out of.
The fixed is nice because it's lighter so I can pack it in further. It also works better for trees that have branches in the way on the climb up/down. The fixed is a little more versatile but it is also a little more labor intensive to set up.
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Post by: buckfvr on August 25, 2011, 07:05:21 AM: Ive got 5 fixed and 3 climbers.....usually have all fixed stands hung, and use the climbers when needed.
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Post by: rasbo on August 25, 2011, 10:29:35 AM: I use the ladders,they are comfortable and real easy to move,,,
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Post by: Camp David on August 25, 2011, 10:57:27 AM: Quote from: buckfvr on August 25, 2011, 07:05:21 AM
Ive got 5 fixed and 3 climbers.....usually have all fixed stands hung, and use the climbers when needed.

:yeah: Same boat. Climbers are great for "exploring" new areas. I use the fixed for short (morning or evening) sits. Sits are also great for placing in areas where you don't want to have/need to do a lot of tree trimming. My climber is a lot more comfortable for all day sits. If i find a good area, I may place a permanent stand there.
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Post by: westsideoutdoorsman on October 12, 2011, 01:15:27 AM: My climber is part of my pack now.
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Post by: ribka on October 14, 2011, 08:03:11 AM: 3 hang-on and one climber

Climbers are more comfortable, but heavier and noisier to set-up
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Post by: jyerxa on October 14, 2011, 08:31:17 AM: I guess I voted on this already and didn't comment. I have tree gaffs and a platform I pack anywhere. I just pick a tree and make myself at home.