Anyone use a tripod stand?

[jnyman]

IF so how do you like it dos it feel safe was it easy to setup? Is it in the woods or in a field?

[Big E]

I have one and it's great. I feel very safe in it and it doesn't wobble at all. Putting it up was a little tricky but I did it alone. Having 2 people doing it would work a heck of a lot better. I don't think you will regret getting one at all.

[deadeye]

We have several tripods.  One is in a swamp (just sitting out there 125 yards from any high ground), another is just inside a woods over looking swamp crossings and the another is near a food plot.  First off they do feel safe and secure, no issues there.  They can be difficult to put up or move.  I would recomend having three people available to erect or move one.  I would not recommend using one for bow hunting.  The configuration generally forces you to sit and it is impossible to shoot a bow sitting in one of these.  Standing is difficult due to seat placement (I would recommend moving the seat back to allow room to stand).  Unless you manage to place the stand near a tree, you will be sticking out like a beacon and any movement will be noticed.  Note: Most of these issues are not a concern if you are rifle hunting. 

[Cody Gruchow]

well my boss hunts out of a tripod with muzzleloader and bow, deadeye is right you do stick out a bit unless ya have the skirts on or something to conceal movement. but they are very comfortable

[jnyman]

I think im gonna get one instead of a ladder stand. I think I will get one with a skirt help blend a little more.

[deadeye]

The skirts do help but I would suggest hanging old carpet around the stand.  The skirts provided generally are very light and floppy.  Also, when you add the skirt the stand will catch a lot of wind and could blow over. (not fun to get to your stand in the dark only to have to set it up by your self). Consider iron posts or rope to anchor the stand.  Also, one last thing.  If you set the stand where the sun will hit it, be prepared to dull the surfaces.  One evening I was crossing a swamp at least 500 yards from a tower stand.  The sun was shining off it like a beacon!  I don't know if this has any affect on deer movement, but I was sure surprized to see it shinning like it was attempting to alert every deer for miles. lol.