Tree Stand Guide

Hunter’s Tree Stand Tips

This is part 3 in this 5 part series a hunter’s tree stand buyer guide.

In this third part of the series I would like to cover another type of stand on the market and that is a hang on stand.

So what exactly is a hang on stand? Unlike a ladder stand these type of stands do not come with a ladder. Hence the terminology hangs on stand. It is simply a platform made of steel or aluminum that has a seat attached to the main vertical support. The stand is attached to the tree via forming a loop around a tree trunk to connect the platform of the tree stand to the tree. The loop consists of either a chain or a heavy duty nylon strap. The seat support is either made up of a hollow metal or cable with bolts or grommets on each and end so you can easily fold up the seat.

The platform itself comes in many shapes sizes and materials I will discuss in another series the durability of stands more in-depth. If your not to keen on heights I would recommend you get the widest available platform available on the market. This will ensure a safe hunt and you will be more confident when you make that once in a life time shot.

The loop that connects to the tree is of most importance especially if you plan on leaving the hang on tree stand in the wood for a few years. I injured my back about 6 years ago and was not able to get up in the woods and take my stand down before the end of the hunting season. When I went to take them down I soon found out I had a major dilemma on my hands. The chain on most of them were embedded in the tree far enough were they could not be freed by hand. Most people would just use bolt cutters and leave the chain in the tree. This is all in good but if someone decided to cut down that tree and does not know the chain is there it could cause a serious accident for as saw mill or wood cutters.

I would advise if you’re looking into this type of stand then consider buying one that has heavy duty nylon strap that attaches to the tree. If tree growth occurs and you cannot get to your deer stand for a few years least the nylon is simple to cut and will not cause injuries in the wood industries.

The most benefit you get from this type of tree stand is the portability hands down. When bowhunting you can often carry them with one hand or strap them on your back and go. They will fit in a car trunk or the back seat. They will adapt to 99% of the trees in the woods making it an excellent choice if you need a specific tree to hunt from.

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