Hunting The Buck

Best Rifle Shooting Stick Under $80?

I am look for a quality shooting stick.

1) Easy to carry (light-weight with standing, sitting,& laying capable)
2) under $80

I’m going to be using it in a ladder stand and stalking..deer, bear, & coyotes…saw some nice 6-8 pointers, and 3 coyotes on the a trail cam over food plot.

There are a bunch out there…what are your experience with them? and which is the best?

The ones I like the best are the ones I make myself.
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Take two 1×2″ pieces of lumber. Cut to what ever length you desire. The one pictured is 36″.(I hunt a lot sitting on the ground) Cut them longer if you stand up.

1 1/4″ bolt 2″long, wing nut and 2 washers.

Drill a 1/4″ hole about 6-8″ from the top of both pieces of lumber.
Place the bolt through the first washer and holes bringing both pieces together like scissors. Add the second washer and tighten the nut snug so that the pieces are movable you can adjust height this way.

Hope this makes sense I use this and see many hunters do this on tv. It is cheaper, sturdy and can be made to fit your height whether you sit on the ground or stand up.

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Ameristep Team Realtree Buck Buster? Ladder Stand $249.99 A great stand for deer, no matter what season it is. Six camo Edge Releaf strips give you complete concealment while a 3-part custom fit magnetic skirt gives you quiet and easy access. Accommodates both bow and gun hunters. Features the Backbone Truss Technology System and steel construction for trustworthy strength. Padded and adjustable shooting rest is removable. Includes footrest and hoist rope for gun/bow. Platform: 27” x 22”. Seat and backrest: 15” x 15” x 18”. Height: 18′ to rail, 17.1′ to seat, 15.6′ to platform. Weight: 65 lbs. Comes with a full-body safety harness Maximum weight capacity: 300 lbs. Features: 15.6′ to platform Unique camo Edge Releaf concealment strips and three-part custom fit magnetic skirt for total concealment Backbone Truss Technology System Steel construction Comfortable 15” x 15” x 18” sling seat/backrest design 27” x 22” platform Comes with hoist rope and full-body safety harness

Ameristep Ladder Stand Blind $149.99 Ultimate concealment for any one- or two-man ladder stand?or even a hang-on stand. Simple 10-second setup/takedown mounts easily to tree. Made of light, durable, weather-resistant Durashell fabric. Large zippered shooting window. Color: Mossy Oak? Treestand?. Dimensions: 54″H x 47″W x 45″D. Imported. Manufacturer model #: 9913.

Summit Single Shot Ladder Stand $219.99 The Summit Single Shot Ladder Stand combines a heavy-duty thick gauge steel ladder with a large 23″ x 21″ platform, thick padded seat and armrests, and a padded shooting rail for one of the most solid and functional ladder stands available. The framework is so solid it does not need a stabilizer bar to prevent wobble. Includes full-body safety harness. Seat: 24″ x 12″ x 2″. Height: 15′ to platform, 16.5′ seat, 18′ to shooting rail. Weight: 90 pounds. Maximum weight capacity: 300 pounds. Features: Weight: 90 pounds Tree size: 8” – 20” diameter Seat size: 24” wide x 12” long, with backrest Overall size: 18′ to Shooting Rail’ Platform area: 23” wide x 21” long Weight limit: 300 pounds Manufacturer style #: 82046.

Big Game Treestands Skybox Deluxe Ladder Stand $179.99 Get the height advantage with this 20′ ladder stand. All steel construction with four double-rail ladder sections. The ladder flares at the top for extra leg room. Features a padded seat and padded shooting rail that flips up and out of the way. Comes with a 1″ ratchet strap, two 1″ stabilizer straps, and an adjustable support bar. Platform: 19″ x 17″. Seat: 18″ x 15″. Height: 17′ to platform, 18.5′ to seat, 20′ to rail. Weight: 70 lbs. All Big Game ladder stands include a full-body safety harness. Maximum weight capacity: 300 lbs. Manufacturer model #: CR4105-S.

Big Game Treestands Stealth Deluxe Ladder Stand $119.94 All steel construction with three single-rail ladder sections. The ladder flares at the top for extra leg room. Footrest flips back for full platform use. Seat features Flex-Core? technology. Padded shooting rail flips up and out of the way. Comes with a 1″ ratchet strap, two 1″ stabilizer straps, and an adjustable support bar. Platform: 19″ x 10″. Seat: 20″ x 13″. Height: 14′ to platform, 15.5′ to seat, 17′ to rail. Weight: 50 lbs. All Big Game ladder stands include a full-body safety harness. Maximum weight capacity: 300 lbs. Manufacturer model #: CR3810-S.

API Outdoors Ultra-Steel 2-Person Ladder Stand $199.99 2-person ladder stand maximum weight capacity of 500 lbs. 100% steel construction on frame Extra-wide 40″ x 14″ x 2″ padded seat Removable 32″ x 15″ x 2″ padded backrest Fully adjustable padded shooting rail Comfortably large 40″ x 14″ steel mesh platform Heavy-duty 2″ ratchet strap 1″ secondary ratchet strap Two 15′ stabilizer straps U-shaped stabilizer bar Height: 12′ to platform, 13.7′ to seat, 15.4′ to shooting rail Weight: 76 lbs. Includes two 4-point full-body safety harnesses There?s plenty of room for you and your hunting buddy on this 2-person steel ladder stand with an extra-wide 40″ x 14″ x 2″ padded seat, a removable 32″ x 15″ x 2″ padded backrest, and a fully adjustable padded shooting rail. Comfortably large 40″ x 14″ steel mesh platform. Heavy-duty 2″ ratchet strap, 1″ secondary ratchet strap, two 15′ stabilizer straps, U-shaped stabilizer bar. Height: 12′ to platform, 13.7′ to seat, 15.4′ to shooting rail. Weight: 76 lbs. Color: Brown. Material pattern: Realtree AP . Includes two 4-point full-body safety harnesses. Maximum weight capacity: 500 lbs. API Outdoors Ladder Stands 100% steel construction ensures that the frame of every API Ladder Stand is as strong, stable, and secure as it can be. API puts the focus on quality, comfort, and safety. Manufacturer model #: W2M-LST01.

Summit Single Shot Magnum Ladder Stand $249.99 50% more platform and seat room than the Summit Single Shot Ladder Stand. For larger hunters?or for hunters who just want a little extra space. Combines a heavy-duty thick gauge steel ladder with a large 36″ x 17″ platform, thick padded seat and armrests, and a padded shooting rail for one of the most solid and functional ladder stands available. Framework so solid it does not need a stabilizer bar to prevent wobble. Includes full-body safety harness. Seat: 36″ x 12″ x 2″. Platform: 36″ x 17″. Height: 15′ to platform, 16.5′ seat, 19′ to shooting rail. Weight: 110 pounds. Maximum weight capacity: 350 pounds. Features: Weight: 10 pounds Tree size: 8” – 20” diameter Seat size: 36” wide x 12” long, with backrest Overall size: 18′ to Shooting Rail’ ; 36” wide x 42” long Platform area: 36” wide x 17” long Weight limit: 350 pounds (designed for single user only) Manufacturer style #: 82047.

API Outdoors Ultra-Steel Ladder Stand $129.99 100% steel frame construction Adjustable padded shooting rail 15′ height to the platform Comfortable black textilene mesh seat Reinforced steel mesh platform Full-Body Safety Harness with climbing belt included 100% steel construction ensures that the frame of every API Ladder Stand is as strong, stable, and secure as it can be. The Ultra-Steel is a top value ladder stand with an adjustable padded shooting rail and a true 15′ height to the platform. Comfortable black textilene mesh seat measures 20″ x 15″; the 18″ x 17″ platform is reinforced steel mesh for confident footing. Attaches to tree with one heavy-duty 2″ ratchet strap and two 15′ stabilizer straps, plus a U-bar stabilizer. Height: 15′ to platform, 16.7′ to seat, 18′ to shooting rail. Full-Body Safety Harness with climbing belt and Treestand Safety DVD are included. Weight: 48.5 lbs. Color: Brown. Material pattern: Realtree AP . Maximum weight capacity: 300 lbs. Manufacturer model #: WLST01SR.

Big Game Treestands Sky-Rise 2-Person Ladder Stand $249.99 Big Game Treestands’s tallest 2-person ladder stand lets you see it all from 20′. Stand features a removable padded shooting rail and two individual, removable seat cushions and a double-rail ladder for Rock-Solid support. Secures with two ratchet straps, two stabilizer straps, and an adjustable support bar. All Big Game 2-person ladder stands include two full-body safety harnesses. Platform: 40″ x 14″. Seat: 40″ x 15″. Height: 17′ to platform, 18.5′ to seat, 20′ to rail. Weight: 120 lbs. Maximum weight capacity: 500 lbs. Manufacturer model #: CR4600-S.

Ameristep Team Realtree Skyscraper Ladder Stand $279.99 A ladder stand designed to take you to new heights. Backbone Truss Technology System and steel construction provide strength you can have confidence in. The Skyscraper also features a unique trap door in the platform for easy installation and quiet entry. Also features a zippered accessory pouch and convertible armrests. Padded shooting rail. Footrest. Weight: 85 lbs. Platform: 38” x 28”. Comfort Seat design – 15” x 15” x 18” seat/backrest. Height: 22′ to rail, 21′ to seat, 19′ to platform. Full-body safety harness included. Maximum weight capacity: 300 lbs. Features: Super high stand – 19′ to platform Steel construction and Backbone Truss Technology System Platform trap door for easy installation and quiet entry Comfort seat design – 15” x 15” x 18” seat/backrest Armrests convert to shelves Padded shooting rail Footrest 38” x 28” platform Full-body safety harness included

Ameristep 17.5′ Kodiak Ladder Stand $159.99 Generous 25″ x 24″ platform All-steel construction Flip-up camo shooting rail and padded armrests Spacious high-back seat is well padded Seat features advanced NS3 fabric?no scent, no shine, no sound Flip-up footrest Height: 15′ to platform, 16.5′ to seat. 17.5′ to rail Seat: 12.5″ x 26″ Weight: 70 lbs. Solid and stable, with a generous 25″ x 24″ platform that allows maximum comfort so you can focus on the hunt. All-steel construction includes a flip-up camo shooting rail and padded armrests. Spacious high-back seat is well padded and features advanced NS3 fabric?no scent, no shine, no sound. Flip-up footrest. Height: 15′ to platform, 16.5′ to seat. 17.5′ to rail. Seat: 12.5″ x 26″. Weight: 70 lbs. Maximum weight capacity: 300 lbs. Manufacturer model #: 9414.

Sniper Treestands Intimidator Ladder Stand $139.99 Rugged all-steel construction Padded, flip-up footrest and padded armrests Seat flips up to accommodate standup shooting Includes fasteners and adjustable support bar Full-body safety harness Seat: 26″ x 13″ Platform: 25″ x 25″ Height: 15′ to platform, 16.5′ to seat, 17.5′ to rail Weight: 70 lbs Rugged all-steel construction, with a padded, flip-up footrest and padded armrests for exceptional quietness and comfort. The seat flips up to accommodate standup shooting; includes fasteners and adjustable support bar. Seat: 26″ x 13″. Platform: 25″ x 25″. Height: 15′ to platform, 16.5′ to seat, 17.5′ to rail. Weight: 70 lbs. All Sniper treestands include a full-body safety harness. Maximum weight capacity: 300 lbs. Manufacturer model #: STLS20.

Ameristep Z-Lounge Ladder Stand $299.77 Portable folding design and a lightweight aluminum frame give you the ability to set up comfortably in any location. Advanced Truss Technology System allows safe use with trees of various diameters and angles. Comfortable sling seat; padded adjustable shooting rail. All Ameristep treestands include a full-body safety harness. Platform: 13.75″ x 20.75″. Seat: 12.5″ x 20″. Height: 13′ to platform, 14.5′ to seat, 16′ to shooting rail. Weight: 50 lbs. Maximum weight capacity: 300 lbs. Manufacturer model #: 9400.

API Outdoors Ultra-Steel Deluxe Ladder Stand $219.99 Upgraded version of the all-steel ladder stand features a removable 12” x 14” x 2” backrest, a 20” x 15” x 2” seat, and armrests, all generously padded for extra comfort. Removable, fully adjustable padded shooting rail and a removable folding footrest with quiet, rubber-coated bumpers. Heavy-duty 2” ratchet strap, two 15′ stabilizer straps, and U-shaped stabilizer bar. Platform: 18” x 17”. Height to platform: 15′. Height to seat: 16.7′. Height to shooting rail: 18.4”. Weight: 55.1 lbs. Color: Brown. Material pattern: Realtree AP . Instructional treestand safety DVD and full-body safety harness included with all API Outdoors treestands. Maximum weight capacity: 300 lbs. Features: 15′ to platform 20” x 15” x 2” seat and 12” x 14” backrest 18” x 17” platform Fully adjustable padded shooting rail – removable Removable folding footrests with rubber-coated bumpers Secures with heavy-duty 2” ratchet strap Two 15′ stabilizer straps and U-shaped stabilizer bar Comes with full-body safety harness and treestand safety DVD

Big Game Treestands The Legacy Ladder Stand $299.99 Endorsed by the hunting pros at Drury Outdoors All steel Four double-rail climbing sections Boltless sleeve fit for quick setup Large platform allows a wide stance Flex-Core seat flips up for stand-up hunting Removable padded, flip-up armrests and shooting rail Two zippered gear pouches Secures with a 1″ ratchet strap, two stabilizer straps, and adjustable support bar 23″ screw-in bow holder and pull-up rope Platform: 23″ x 30″ Seat: 23″ x 14″ Height: 17.5′ to platform, 19′ to seat, 20′ to shooting rail Weight: 114 lbs. Built to give you the room needed to score a trophy, the Big Game Treestands The Legacy Ladder Stand is endorsed by the hunting pros at Drury Outdoors. All steel, with four double-rail climbing sections; boltless sleeve fit for quick setup. Large platform allows a wide stance; Flex-Core seat flips up for stand-up hunting. Removable padded, flip-up armrests and shooting rail; two zippered gear pouches. Secures with a 1″ ratchet strap, two stabilizer straps, and adjustable support bar. Includes a 23″ screw-in bow holder and pull-up rope. Platform: 23″ x 30″. Seat: 23″ x 14″. Height: 17.5′ to platform, 19′ to seat, 20′ to shooting rail. Weight: 114 lbs. Maximum weight capacity: 300 lbs. Manufacturer model #: CR4160-S.

Big Game Treestands Titan Ladder Stand $199.99 All-steel construction with three single-rail ladder sections. Large comfortable 23″ x 30″ platform. Seat features Flex-Core? technology and flips up for full platform use. Padded shooting rail flips up and out of the way. Comes with a 1″ ratchet strap, two 1″ stabilizer straps and an adjustable support bar. All Big Game Treestands include a full-body safety harness. Platform: 23″ x 30″. Seat: 23″ x 14″. Height: 13′ to platform, 14.5′ to seat, 16′ to rail. Weight: 79 lbs. Maximum weight capacity: 300 lbs. Manufacturer model #: CR4050-S.

API Outdoors Grandstand Skypod Ladder Stand $349.99 Whether you’re hunting in a right-of-way in the north woods, a clear-cut in the deep south, or cendaro in South Texas, the Grandstand Skypod is the first-class way to get a bird’s eye view of all the action for open range hunting. The Skypod has a 40” x 40” magnum-size platform to accommodate either gun or bow hunting. It sports a full-size ladder with traction ridge steps to take you safely to the 14′ lookout point. It’s topped off with a camo-covered cushioned plastic swivel seat that’s perfect for 360 degree hunting and viewing coverage. Comes complete with padded shooting rails for shooting accuracy, unique cross-bracing system, adjustable legs, and anchoring stakes for a rock-solid, level, safe set-up. Weight: 118 lbs. TMA certified. Maximum weight capacity: 300 lbs. Full-body safety harness not included. Skypod Camo Blind and Canopy Top with Frame sold separately and can be found through item search at item number 38-885-204-00 (Skypod) or 38-885-205-00 (Canopy Top with Frame).

Big Game Treestands Partner Plus 2-Person Ladder Stand $299.99 A roomier, more comfortable version of the Partner Pro with a wider 42” x 14” seat, larger 45” x 36” platform, and double-rail ladder sections for Rock Solid support. Bench-style seat flips up for full platform use, and includes individual cushions and backrests. Padded shooting rail flips up and out of the way. All steel ladder secures to the tree with two ratchet straps and two stabilizer straps (included). All Big Game 2-person ladder stands include two full-body safety harnesses. Height: 13.5′ to platform, 15′ to seat, 16.5′ to rail. Weight: 125 lbs. Maximum weight capacity: 500 lbs. Manufacturer model #: CR5010-S.

Big Game Treestands Ranger Ladder Stand with Shooting Rail $99.99 A Bass Pro Exclusive! Improved design with three single-rail sections and a ladder that flares at the top for extra leg room. Features a roomy 19″ x 10″ platform, a 20″ x 13″ seat with Flex-Core? seat technology, and a padded shooting rail. Includes an adjustable support bar, a 1″ ratchet strap, and two 1″ stabilizer straps. Height: 14′ to platform, 15.5′ to seat, 17′ to rail. Weight: 35 lbs. All Big Game ladder stands include a full-body safety harness. Maximum weight capacity: 300 lbs. Manufacturer model #: CR3705-S.

Big Game Treestands Partner Pro 2-Person Ladder Stand $189.94 A comfortable hunt for any pair with a large 40” x 32” platform. Bench-style seat flips up for full platform use, and includes individual cushions and backrests. Padded shooting rail flips up and out of the way. All steel single-rail ladder secures to the tree with two ratchet straps, two stabilizer straps, and an adjustable support bar. All Big Game 2-person ladder stands include two full-body safety harnesses. Seats: 17” x 12”. Height: 15′ to platform, 16.5′ to seat, 18′ to rail. Weight: 75 lbs. Maximum weight capacity: 500 lbs. Manufacturer model #: CR5005-S.

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