I'm to old to be climbing anymore. I like my Ameristep Bone Collector

 

I'm only 49 but I really enjoy being on the ground....guess it's the freedom to move easily. I have one of the ameristep dog-house blinds and really like it. Goes up really quickly and you can carry it in the backpack. If it's a bit windy or cold or rain is falling...it's nice being protected somewhat.

 

Ameristep ground blind, Elevated.

Elevated my ground blinds to be able to see over brush into my food plot.
Also gets me out of the Ice,mud and snow, Works great

 

depends on if you are in a theft area and how long you want the blind to last. ameristeps are great and all but if you want a lasting blind check out a double bull.

 

Thanks for the opinions fellas. I was looking @ the double bulls @ cabelas. I'm trying to get 1 big enough so I can take my boys with me there 7 & 9.

 

Thanks for the opinions fellas. I was looking @ the double bulls @ cabelas. I'm trying to get 1 big enough so I can take my boys with me there 7 & 9.

Make sure you read all the reviews on Double Bull blinds.

 

well i have had most every manufactired blind. the double bull i have has out lasted them all. it is a heavier material (i do not know if they still are mine is 3 years old) i love the window configuration. the size is exceptionally larger than most others out there. but for the price you could pick up several of another brand.

 

Elite Hunger Ground blind and Freestyle hunting chair is my set up.

 

I have two DOuble Bulls Blinds I love them and they contain scent easy to hunt from and setup and are very comfortable for all day hunting.

This will be my next one though i love the lighter colored one in slashing they will blend right in.

http://www.shrewbows.com/hiddenhunterblinds/index.html

 

I've had a Double Bull (now Primos I think), the Crusher, for a couple of years and it's a well built blind and the Double Bull guys hunted out of them for years so they have incorporated a lot of good features. And what they call the "crusher" fabric eliminates most if not all glare. Well designed, well made, but a little expensive. I really like going cheap but sometimes it pays to buy something that is going to work well and last a long time. Fairly easy set-up if you follow the directions.

And as a bonus the video they provide not only discusses how to set it up but provides a lot of information on what works best for whitetail, mulies, elk and turkeys. Based upon a lot of experience.

I have a smaller Fleet Farm version too but don't even use it anymore.

 

Hey GQ,

Never seen or heard of either one of those products but, I'm gonna check them out. Thanks for the post!

 

Bowdup, they are very nice and top quality products.
And here when it is cold in May for turkey hunting period or in October, November for deer hunting this blind is the best for head retention without humidity retention.
I use this small heater inside the blind.

Elite Hunter Ground Blind from Clam Outdoor.

Misspell it in my first quote.

 

Elite Hunter Ground blind and Freestyle hunting chair is my set up.

 

I'm going to have to build this stand platform. Great idea.

 

I'm going to have to build this stand platform. Great idea.

X2

 

I was thinking the same thing on the platform.

 

Speacialized, couple of questions on your set up.

How do you secure the blind to the platform as i dont see any ropes or tie downs?

Also how awkward is it going from your top step of the ladder into the blind? I have a hard enough time squeezing through the half door when it is on the ground much less whiles its in the air, could just be me though!

Thanks in advance

 

It all come's down to how much your wanting to spend and what will fit your needs. I have 4 different blinds I have to say if I am hunting alone I like my Amerastep Bone collector popup it's just the right size for my big behind in a large fold out chair. pack. tripod and crossbow and I don't feel cramped. I like my Amerastep penthouse if I am hunting with someone else plenty of room for 2 grown men with equipment. I like the Bone collector hub style blind and it is my next purchase it has loads of room and the windows are situated perfect for crossbow hunting.

 

Speacialized, couple of questions on your set up.

How do you secure the blind to the platform as i dont see any ropes or tie downs?

Also how awkward is it going from your top step of the ladder into the blind? I have a hard enough time squeezing through the half door when it is on the ground much less whiles its in the air, could just be me though!

Thanks in advance

There are 4 eylets on each side along the bottom flap on the blind, I used wood lag bolts with large flat washers to secure blind to wood frame.
As to entering the rear of the blind, the ladder is off set to make entry easier and an attached two by four about three feet long serves as a hand hold to the left of the blind door. There are also bungee cords and zip ties attached to the blind and to the small trees on the left and right sides.

 

Speacilized, thanks for the answer. I couldnt see the hand held but would bet that is a necessity.

Another thing good about your set up is you can take them down when you want to and I dont think the deer would need a lot of time to get used to them anyway.

I like it!

 

Primos dark horse works great for me.

 

I useboth tree stand and ground bling depending on my mood and the area im hunting. I also use the bush in a bag camo for when I want to be able to move quickly or its a nice day i can sit against a tree. I have been looking at a new groundblind by ameristep made just for crossbow hunter called the crossbones blind.

 

TO the OP, I think the Northwoods blind that was mentioned on here deserves a good look. I really like there style but unfortunately just seeing it on there website is all the experience I have with them.

I have had Ameristeps, hunted out of several others and now own a Rhino blind. I love mine and think its well built and has lifetime warrantly on the frame. However I have since heard Rhino was bought out and is now producing some shatty products. I believe BobbyD here on this sight just ordered one and returned it due to the junkness of the product. If you could get ahold of an older one, I would highly recommend.

The double bulls are nice, the Cabelas Vision and there Predator Den gets high marks as well. I have also heard really good things about the Primos Club blinds as well.

Good luck, there are a lot of good blinds out there, I am sure you will be happy with one of them!

 

When I use to want to kill deer, I'd use my climber, period. That was until I had kids and was forced to the the ground. There are plenty of good blinds out there. I've had an Amerisep for many years now and it still performs well. As I get older I can appreciate a blind more and more.

This set has fooled many a deer. The key is breaking up the straight lines by brushing them in at least for deer, turkey don't seem to notice the thing brushed or unbrushed. I usually don't leave it out longer than a week or two at a time when I know I'm hunting with the kids.

If you go with a climber, I really like the summit viper or the grande or whatever they call the bigger one for larger boys. It's light, quiet, and comfortable.

I did do a few aftermarket additions like pipe insulation and camo around all the rails to keep me quiet and hid. Bow and drink holder sold separately.

 

When I use to want to kill deer, I'd use my climber, period. That was until I had kids and was forced to the the ground. There are plenty of good blinds out there. I've had an Amerisep for many years now and it still performs well. As I get older I can appreciate a blind more and more.

This set has fooled many a deer. The key is breaking up the straight lines by brushing them in at least for deer, turkey don't seem to notice the thing brushed or unbrushed. I usually don't leave it out longer than a week or two at a time when I know I'm hunting with the kids.

If you go with a climber, I really like the summit viper or the grande or whatever they call the bigger one for larger boys. It's light, quiet, and comfortable.

I did do a few aftermarket additions like pipe insulation and camo around all the rails to keep me quiet and hid. Bow and drink holder sold separately.

Very nice set up for the blind and this chair. WOW