homemade tree stand.

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it's common nowadays to find bargain $30-40 loc on styles stands at Dick's or other places

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WHY THE HELL WOULD YOU RISK YOUR LIFE IN A CHEAP TREE STAND?

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i have been welding up my own for at least 15 years.

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they are 1"x1/8 angle, expanded metal and chain.

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WHY THE HELL WOULD YOU RISK YOUR LIFE IN A CHEAP TREE STAND?

I couldn't agree more! You can get a good lock on at Dicks for $29.00 any day of the week-$30.00 or my life?

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But After looking at the picture for a while, you have to believe that the weekest point in the design is where the base and the backbone meet. how long before the bolt or screw comes loose. I think it would only be safe for one season.

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my stand?

Posted: 29 Sep 2007 8:11 PM
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heres the link i think it looks pretty good and stable. what do you think? cheeper then buying one http://www.pabucks.com/treestandplans/hangon/homemade-hangon-tree ... just copy paste it into the address box

Posted: 29 Sep 2007 9:24 PM Last Edited By: BROWNING 10 GA
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to me the it's not worth the time or trouble to get the supplies and assemble them. it's common nowadays to find bargain $30-40 loc on styles stands at Dick's or other places that have a warranty,are TMA certified,and have passed a saftey inspection,also they are rated for a certain weight capacity,and come with a saftey belt or harness. The homemade one,you would have no legal recourse should it fail,malfunction and the party sustains injuries.

Posted: 29 Sep 2007 9:30 PM
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looks like it would work, easier to buy one i think. __________________ Take your video camera with you, make the hunt last forever. The South jersey Pines contain the oldest deep population within the state (fact).http://www.myspace.com/spykbucproductions [url] http://www.jerseywhitetails.com[/url]

Posted: 29 Sep 2007 10:19 PM
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Doesn't seem to be anything on the bottom of the stand to grip the tree. Usually when you apply weight to the stand the bottom will dig in the tree. This one seems like it would be wobbily __________________ The bowman, to be successful as a hunter, must learn to perfection the habits of his game. AntiCrossbow Pro Staffer

Posted: 29 Sep 2007 11:10 PM
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Quote: it's common nowadays to find bargain $30-40 loc on styles stands at Dick's or other places If you're patient and look on ebay you can get some really good deals on tree stands. I picked up one this summer that i ended up paying $12 for. Yes its used so you need to inspect it/replace straps but new the stand was ~$100 (i know because i already own the same stand) I'd rather get a TMA certified stand used for less than what it would cost to make one at home. __________________ Fat Cat Sportfishing ˙˙˙ssɐ ʎɯ ssıʞ uɐɔ plɹoʍ ǝloɥʍ ǝɥʇ os 'uʍop ǝpısdn ǝɯ ʎɹnq ʎǝɥʇ ǝdoɥ ı

Posted: 30 Sep 2007 11:47 AM
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Doesnt seem that hard for me to understand but maybe im missing something. Ill ask. WHY THE HELL WOULD YOU RISK YOUR LIFE IN A CHEAP TREE STAND? __________________ Amateur's practice till they get it right. Pro's practice till they can't get it wrong. Need bow work done? Arrows Repaired? Lessons? Email me at lkilr01@optonline.net

Posted: 30 Sep 2007 1:06 PM
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Don't think I would consider that stand. It is your life at stake even with a safty rope.

Posted: 30 Sep 2007 6:08 PM
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thanks for the input im probally just gonna pick ones up from garage sales and ebay that are in good working condition

Posted: 30 Sep 2007 7:09 PM
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Quote: WHY THE HELL WOULD YOU RISK YOUR LIFE IN A CHEAP TREE STAND? I couldn't agree more! You can get a good lock on at Dicks for $29.00 any day of the week-$30.00 or my life? hmmmm tough choice Go with the real deal and drop the $30.00 __________________ Support the N.J.O.A. and the "Littel Amendment" An amendment to the New Jersey State Constitution that Guarantees the right to hunt, trap, and fish in New JerseyNew Jersey Outdoor Alliance

Posted: 30 Sep 2007 8:06 PM
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Looks nice and light to take in and out of the woods with you

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Posted: 04 Aug 2008 12:57 PM
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me and my friends attemted to build this one but that idea went down the drain __________________ Trophy Blend scents youth staff

Posted: 04 Aug 2008 1:06 PM
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i have been welding up my own for at least 15 years. i still have the originals, just paint and new seats every 3 years. i don't make stands for anyone, just not worth it in this day. but i have never had a single problem. they are 1"x1/8 angle, expanded metal and chain. they were running about $12 a piece, plus my time. with the price of steel going up i haven't run the numbers again. they are rock solid, not too heavy and have killed lots of deer for me. __________________ united bowhunters of NJ NJ fur harvesters Monroeville

Posted: 14 Aug 2008 3:41 PM
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nice ub!

Posted: 14 Aug 2008 3:56 PM
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ub, Looks good ...Nice job __________________ <- <- <- <- ~ <- <- <- <- I'd rather be working.........a Bird!

Posted: 14 Aug 2008 7:26 PM
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What's nice about ub's treestands is no bolts or cables to worry about. very nice ub. not very compact to transport, but very nice to hunt outta. __________________ Outdoorsmen: the original conservationists. HeadAke86@aol.com <---<< emails go right to my phone

Posted: 15 Aug 2008 8:43 AM
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There has been recalls on $180.00 and up treestands also!The only treestand I can trust is a ladder stand or personally build one myself. Make sure when installing a tree stand you use some extra precautions .Maybe add one or two more rachet straps. And instead of a whimppy chain or cable to lock it .Get something that is alot more bolt cutter proof.This will help prevent thefts and tie to the tree better.

Posted: 14 Aug 2008 3:58 PM
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Quote: i have been welding up my own for at least 15 years. Quote: they are 1"x1/8 angle, expanded metal and chain. OK, let me get this straight... A treestand that you've handcrafted yourself, checking every weld & fastener as if your very life depended on it (because it will)... OR A $30.00 "door-buster special" hang-on stand, mass produced in CHINA! (you know, the country with the highest consumer safety standards - that brought us toxic children's toys & contaminated pet food meal) ...either way, don't forget your safety harness!

Posted: 14 Aug 2008 6:09 PM
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Quote: WHY THE HELL WOULD YOU RISK YOUR LIFE IN A CHEAP TREE STAND? I couldn't agree more! You can get a good lock on at Dicks for $29.00 any day of the week-$30.00 or my life? Why would you risk your life in a 30 dollar treestand? Your lifes not worth 80 dollars for a better one? Or 150 dollars for an even better one? I, for one, am not gonna take a chance in some cheap ass stand. I wanna come home to my kids. __________________ Dream as if you'll live forever, live as if you'll die today.

Posted: 14 Aug 2008 7:36 PM
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Very Nice

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i agree that it would be cheaper to make out of wood. But After looking at the picture for a while, you have to believe that the weekest point in the design is where the base and the backbone meet. how long before the bolt or screw comes loose. I think it would only be safe for one season.

Posted: 15 Aug 2008 5:44 AM
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Quote: But After looking at the picture for a while, you have to believe that the weekest point in the design is where the base and the backbone meet. how long before the bolt or screw comes loose. I think it would only be safe for one season. my stand? only three bolts on it, they hold down the seat. everything is welded. the weakest point is you have to change the seat every 4 years because of rot. these things are rock solid, not creeking, popping or groaning. unlike those $30 aluminum stands that use a 2" wide nylon strap to hook to the tree. i can't credit the design. doug brown (ubnj southern) let me hunt from a few of his before. he gave me a stand and a cut sheet. he has made about 100 stands over the years, me about 30. thanks doug. __________________ united bowhunters of NJ NJ fur harvesters Monroeville

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Quote: But After looking at the picture for a while, you have to believe that the weekest point in the design is where the base and the backbone meet. how long before the bolt or screw comes loose. I think it would only be safe for one season. Quote: my stand? No ub, I think he's refering to the stand from the link in the 1st post in this thread. Its' "backbone" appears to be a 4"X4" post that is either bolted or screwed to a wooden platform.

Posted: 15 Aug 2008 7:41 AM
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sorry. not a chance of me ever getting in that stand!. wood, twisted link chain, that thing will cost you your life, and many deer because that stand will talk as you move around. __________________ united bowhunters of NJ NJ fur harvesters Monroeville

Posted: 15 Aug 2008 7:59 AM
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loaded was correct, I was referring to the tree stand made out of wood.

Posted: 15 Aug 2008 8:22 AM Last Edited By: JJoe
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Newguy...PLEASE do not build and hunt stands like the wooded one pictured... Go to this link and check out this stand for $35.. http://shop.sportsmansguide.com/net/cb/cb.aspx?a=460203 These are tested and certified. __________________ ´¯`·.¸¸.·´¯`·.¸¸.·´¯`·.¸ ><((((((º>

Posted: 15 Aug 2008 11:59 AM
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I would never set foot on that stand. Buy a ladder or lock on! Be safe always