This is part 5 in this 5 part series a hunter’s tree stand buyer guide.

In part 5 of this series I would like to discuss tree crotch tree stand. They consist of a platform that you nestle in a crotch of a tree. They are the lightest of the different makes and models of stands on the market. Some come hinged in the middle and when you stand on it the corrugated edge digs into the tree.

The safety of this type of tree stand is a big concern for me. Unless you’re an experienced tree climber or if you invest in a tree climbing system then I would not recommend them. I would also not use to hold all my weight. With that if you fit into the above category this type of tree stand is very light in weight and can almost accommodate any larger sized tree.

I have used it many times in those last minute stand spots. I have personally bagged some very nice sized bucks out of them. It never fails when your hunting you come along a fresh scrape or huge deer rub and you don’t have time to go back and get your climbing stand or hang on stand. You can use it conjunction with tree steps or a tree climbing system. I personally prefer the tree climbing system to hold my weight and use the crotch tree stand to park my feet. It will ensure a safe platform and will steady your aiming for that killing shot.

The tree stand can be carried all day without discomfort some have hinges like I noted and will fold up and fit into a backpack. They are incredibly light and durable to boot. I do a lot of still hunting and carry it along with me in case I run across a nice area I have not hunted before.

The final category of tree stand I wanted to cover in the next article will be an adjustable platform that are new to the market. I will give a more in-depth look at it in the next section but would like to cover some basics here. Finding the right tree for any tree stand can be pretty tough. Some trees lean to far forward some lean to far back. The adjustable platform gives you a chance to accommodate it to almost any tree in any situation. The platform allows you to adjust it to any angle of the tree or any limb. The adjustable tree stand comes at a high price point but definitely worth talking about more in the next section.

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