I posted this on another message board, but since we got Barnett's ear I'd like to post them here too. Infact, I'll copy both my post because it has to do with "crossbows in the stand" and what folks do to be comfortable. This little gizmo works quite well and gives me versatility even though it is homemade. Might give you some ideas for an accessory that would be very benificial for treestand hunters.
1st Post:
"I can't say I ever found a comfortable position up in a stand with a crossbow; other than setting the stirrup on the deck of the stand, crossing my forearms across the butt end of the stock. Makes for a good chin rest that way too. It keeps the broadhead pointing directly down so if something stupid does happen the bolt or limbs won't get you.
I don't know if Horton still makes what they used to call an "arrow tuner" but it is something you should take a look at. Maybe one of the Horton shooters have one and can post a picture. I made my own for my Barnett, more for for safety reasons when I am in the stand. I'll try and get a picture of it posted if nobody has a Horton."
2nd Post:
"OK, here is what I was talking about.
When I designed the "tuner" it was for 2 bolts. I then became hesitant about drilling/tapping a second hole in the bow. So I ended up going with 1 bolt and a locating pin hole at the back of the block. The gizmo works quite well once you find the right tension and it holds the bolt on the rail nicely on stand.
Then I generally sit in the stand as shown. If for some reason it lets go I will not get injured by the limbs or the bolt."