Treestands: it's a whole new game for the nineties

Shooting Industry, August, 1989 by Ed Rivers, P. Davis

Climax Tree Stands' new climbing stand has welded aluminum/steel construction to eliminate squeaks. Its transparent design and non-glare, flat finish allows it to blend into woodlands. A chain lock-on system provides stability and protects against theft. At only 12-1/2 pounds, these fold-up climbers are easily backpacked.

Joe Amacker's new all-aluminum "Classic Rifle Stand" is the latest improvement of the original Amacker climbing stand. Its new Flex Arm support eliminates the need to remove pins to set the folding arm. It slides away from the main arm, then locks in place easily. A padded backrest provides comfort during day long hunts. Amacker's new 12' "Ladder Stand" features aluminum construction, and a 19" X 29" plywood platform. This economical unit disassembles into three sections and weighs 25 pounds.

Northwest Metals' new Invader series -- the "Climbing Stick/Prospector" and "Invader Tripod" -- are designed and made by deer hunters. The easy-lock, chain-on Prospector has a 24" X 18" platform, yet weighs only 12 pounds. Rope fasteners secure the two-piece, 12' Climbing Stick ladder to trees. (Optional, 6' ladder sections are available.) The Invader Tripod stand provides overview hunting, even when trees are unavailable. Its fold-down, swivel seat and gun/security rail turn together. The Invader Tripod folds flat, and weighs 60 pounds. It is available in 8' and 10' heights.

C&F Products' new "Master Hunter Stand" is a hanging stand that features all-aluminum channel hardware, and quiet "Astro-Turf"-type carpet covered seat and platform. A smooth, 4" steel post insures against slippage. A 2" wide strap secures the Master Hunter Stand without damaging trees. Backstraps are built onto the base of the platform, and at only 12 pounds, this extremely functional stand is easily transported anywhere a hunter cares to take it.

PHOTO : Bear Brand's new "Grizzly" ladder stand.

PHOTO : Summit's Sentry is built for the hunter who is looking for a non-climbing stand with the

PHOTO : quality features of a climbing treestand.

PHOTO : Loc-On's new Spirit treestand.

PHOTO : Noel's Trophy Product's new "Easy Climber".

PHOTO : Warren & Sweat's New "Special" climbing stand can be used by both bow hunters and gun

PHOTO : hunters by simply reversing the back rest.

PHOTO : API Outdoor's Alum-i-lite "TreeCat".

PHOTO : Game Tracker's new "GT Tree Seat" and screw-in climbing steps.

PHOTO : Climax Tree Stands' new "Climbing Stand".