High end hang on stands

[Iowabowhunter]

I have recently gotten into being much more mobile with my deer hunting over the last season, and plan on exclusively going that route next year- hang and hunt each sit.

That said, the current system I have works ok- it isn't the lightest and doesn't pack well which is the main problem I'm looking to fix.

Lone Wolf Custom Gear and now the Hunting Beast both have some phenomenal stands out (Beast stand not quite ready for pre-order) and I'm really interested in both. Mainly looking for lightweight, and the stand/sticks have to work together as a system.

They are pricey, most things that are high quality are so that's not concerning to me. Plus it's a buy once, cry once kind of deal.

There are some public land area's that I'm eager to scout after season ( and pheasant season) is over. Now's the time to find your next hunting hot spot ladies and gents!

[kadbow]

Just curious, how do the stand and the sticks work together as a system? I don’t think my stands care how I get up to them and vice versa. Is it just for transporting?

[bowmaster12]

Yes, i would say they work as a system mainly for transport.  How the sticks stack and pack on the stand.  Easily quietly keep the bulk down...

[Iowabowhunter]

Just curious, how do the stand and the sticks work together as a system? I don’t think my stands care how I get up to them and vice versa. Is it just for transporting?

Yes sir, transporting from the truck to the tree and back again (quietly)

[Judd]

Go to saddlehunter.com to learn about saddle hunting.
I have used a "saddle", actually a JX3 saddle type, since 1986 and have been very satisfied.
Saddles are great for creating a light weight system and I find the JX3 extremely comfortable.
All day sits are the norm for me and I can do it for 3-4 days at a time. I'm 63.

[Iowabowhunter]

Go to saddlehunter.com to learn about saddle hunting.
I have used a "saddle", actually a JX3 saddle type, since 1986 and have been very satisfied.
Saddles are great for creating a light weight system and I find the JX3 extremely comfortable.
All day sits are the norm for me and I can do it for 3-4 days at a time. I'm 63.

I've looked into them, honestly haven't spent the time really researching, just looks like way too many ropes and configurations. Im comfortable in treestands myself

[Mike Bolin]

Another stand to look at is the Chippewa Wedgelock. Extremely solid and very easy to hang. American made in Illinois. Worth a look before you pull the trigger!

[Pauljr77]

I’m using the Lone Wolf Alpha (bigger guy who likes the room) and Lone Wolf Sticks, packed as Jason Samkowiak at Traditional Bowhunting and Wilderness Podcast layer out. As far as I’m concerned its the best system I’ve tried, doesn’t make a sound when packing and if careful is silent going up the tree. The LWCG stuff is getting crazy expensive for me.

[D. Key]

I enjoy sitting in a Millineum Tree Seat and hunt from the ground. Brush it in a bit and you are ready to hunt. Much more exciting looking at deer within 10-12 yards eye to eye.

[Wudstix]

I'll be using a Waldrop seat to hunt from now on.

[bowkill146]

I've been using a tree saddle this year.  Sounds like just the thing for what you're trying to do.  Lightweight, mobile, and easy to switch it up in a hurry!

[Walt Francis]

Jacob,

I prefer screaming Eagle Stands, but use a Lone Wolf hang-on stand for my mobile setups.  I had the Lone Wolf climbing sticks but found my boots tended to slip off them and they were difficult to climb when hung on a crooked tree.  Went back to using my aluminum rapid rails which are lighter and prevent my feet from sliding off.  With your big feet you may want to consider the rapid rails.

[JamesD]

I purchased and put the XOP climbing sticks and mid sized stand to use this year. It was easy and quiet to setup. Any stand for a big guy (I'm 6'4" and 225 lbs.) is going to have some weight to it. I took two deer from it. The climbing sticks were the best part. I don't ever plan on using screw in tree steps again.

[Dave Lay]

The lone wolf custom stuff is really pricey and I’m not that sure worth the money over standard LW gear. I’ve used most of the better stands on the market for the past 30 years, watch the weights closely on set ups you plan to pack in a ways or to carry while scouting . I’d hate to think of carrying a steel stand like a screaming  eagle, muddy or a lot of others. My last screaming eagle is still in a tree from 3 years ago. I tried the LW alpha and it’s bigger than I want, I’m 5,10 and 225 . I have found the LW assault to be about the best stand for the money. I have 5 of them, a couple are from the short time they were China made with the rougher castings. For sticks I use 4 LW sticks per stand with the straps replaced with the rope mods. I have 5 sets of 4 sticks and will pull the bottom two sticks if I’m leaving it any time. A good cable and pad lock can lock the stand and top ladder section easily. My next favorite stand is a older gorilla silverback aluminum. It’s stable, comfortable , light and quiet but not made any longer. I have a few misc stands that I don’t use much or leave up during the season on public ground

[knobby]

I've been using the LW Assault for quite a few years and the stand is still as quiet as the day I bought it.  The three climbing sticks bungee cord to the stand platform nicely for transporting in and out of the woods.  Hang and hunt is what I do all season.  Like Walt, I have had my foot slip off a step a time or two.  If the aluminum rapid rails were still available I'd switch to them.  It'll take a bit of practice to get used to the "hang and hunt" style but for public land it's the only way to go.  I don't want to give away stand locations by leaving equipment behind.  There's enough competition out there without extending an invitation to others.  I will suggest that if you use a LW stand that you use both straps around the tree.  Just seems a tad safer to me. 

[Iowabowhunter]

I had a chance to handle the LWCG stand at the Iowa Deer Classic, didnt have a scale on me but it was insanely light.

My issue with the regular lone wolf stuff is I cant stand single step sticks, the LWCG makes a double step stick that nests perfectly onto the platform of their 1.0 stand.

I'm eagerly anticipating the release of the Hunting Beast stand. He makes super high quality double sticks as well. The stand is supposed to be 6.8#, on a regular size platform-which if true will be amazing.

[Tom]

As a ground pounder these days I am with D. Key, eye to eye.

[Iowabowhunter]

Although I'm not hunting in Montana (dang I miss that beautiful state) there are some awfully hilly areas I hunt here in Iowa, particularly close to some rivers with some fairly nasty bluffs.

Walt- good to hear from you sir, ill check out those rapid rails. Hope you and the missus (and the pups!) are doing well and have a great Christmas. Per your trophy room im ordering some Eclipse 2 blades to try from my new Widow along with the Delta's.

Hoping to find some public land up in NE Iowa-really gets hilly up that direction.

Weight and packability while focusing on silence is what I'm going for with my new setup. Likely going to use my socialist stimulus check to help fund the new purchase.

Merry Christmas everyone, keep in mind the reason for the season, and stay blessed.

[Wild Bill MCP 808]

Been using LW products for 25 plus years no complaints here.

[stagetek]

I like the LW sticks and the XOP Vanish stand. It's a bit small for my feet, but it's a light weight stand, quiet and great for moving from place to place.