Ladder Stand For Bow Hunting?

River's Edge Bowman isn't bad.

Look for ones that have a platform that goes back to the tree.

Some cheap ones I bought long ago didn't and they were a pain in the arse.

venatic said:

Look for ones that have a platform that goes back to the tree.

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Ditto!

I now have three.

I’ve got about 20 single ladder stands that I bought over the last 10-15 years for an average of about 60-70 dollars each. The best ones are the oldest ones. Larger foot platforms, better tree contact and attachment and heavier gauge materials. If you’re a bigger guy I’d be pretty wary of the el cheapo stands and pay attention to the max weight.

I rarely sit down in a tree stand so a feature I’d want on any new ones I buy is the flip up seat so I can get it out of the way and snug my body up against the tree trunk.

Also if you buy more than one get a 15-16 foot model and a 18-22 foot model. You’ll enjoy having different height options for different trees and terrain.

Big Game Spector XT. Thank me later. Full platform, fold back seat, mesh seats. Under $200.

Full platform or none at all for me. I hate cheap ladder stands and midget sized platforms.Some of the new "1.5" man stands are really nice but obviously more expensive.
That said I'm primarily a hang on hunter.

Im 6'1" and 220, I prefer the larger stand.

Ive used a climber for many years, but last year hurt my shoulder climbing and cut gun season short. I don't like the cables on the hang ons.

I have 4 of these. https://m.fieldandstreamshop.com/p/...PL7SycX3r59vMFnjMoLNL3NAxY5LZicBoC1VkQAvD_BwE

Xstand makes nice sturdy ones too but they're pretty heavy getting them set.

I really like the X-Stand Jawhawk. They are expensive but you can get them around 200 after season. They are heavy but it's great if you have kids. I have a similar Muddy that is 18ft instead of 20ft. Mesh seats and full platform are the way to go.

CRE10 said:

I have 4 of these. https://m.fieldandstreamshop.com/p/...PL7SycX3r59vMFnjMoLNL3NAxY5LZicBoC1VkQAvD_BwE

Xstand makes nice sturdy ones too but they're pretty heavy getting them set.

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I like this one as well. Gets you up a little higher than most ladder stands and very comfortable and quiter than the cheap ladder stands.

CRE10 said:

I have 4 of these. https://m.fieldandstreamshop.com/p/...PL7SycX3r59vMFnjMoLNL3NAxY5LZicBoC1VkQAvD_BwE

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I have two of these.

I've have a few of the Sniper Solitude treestands. Pretty good stand for the price.

CRE10 said:

I have 4 of these. https://m.fieldandstreamshop.com/p/...PL7SycX3r59vMFnjMoLNL3NAxY5LZicBoC1VkQAvD_BwE

Xstand makes nice sturdy ones too but they're pretty heavy getting them set.

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I have one of these also and I really like it.

beanpile said:

yep have 1 wish I had more but when I needed another one D's was out and that shipping is a killer..but one of the bette ladder stands available iMO

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The one closest to me has them again. You might want to check again.

HEAVY said:

The one closest to me has them again. You might want to check again.

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I'll check the Columbia store..but that shipping deal might be the same as paying Columbia taxes

nope its not..

big dog 22', you're welcome, if I had a mess of these would sell my climber!

Bass pro and Cabela's have the Spector on sale for $170

I'm a big fan of the xstand. I will pay a little more for the extra safety!!!