Chef Posted October 31, 2019 Share Posted October 31, 2019 So what do you guys use to hang your bows and packs? I have always held my bow and hung my pack from a limb or put it by my feet. Thinking about cold weather and not liking to wear gloves when I bowhunt what do you guys use to hang your bows? This way I can keep my hands in my pockets Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rachunter Posted October 31, 2019 Share Posted October 31, 2019 ez hangers I get the three pack. 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chef Posted October 31, 2019 Author Share Posted October 31, 2019 ez hangers I get the three pack. Does that little screw into the tree really hold the weight ?Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rachunter Posted October 31, 2019 Share Posted October 31, 2019 yes I also use them to hold my gun. some of them have little hooks for bino,range finder and what not.i use little hook for my back pack Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doebuck1234 Posted October 31, 2019 Share Posted October 31, 2019 3 minutes ago, Chef said: Does that little screw into the tree really hold the weight ? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk I myself typically use your method.does get cold at times!!!.one hand with glove on holding bow,cam resting on my boots and other hand in pocket.i moved a stand a few weeks ago and used one of these hangers in that stand.seemed to work well as i put bow on then put some extra pull on it to be sure of it and no issues Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob-c Posted October 31, 2019 Share Posted October 31, 2019 12 minutes ago, Chef said: Does that little screw into the tree really hold the weight ? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk That’s what I use, but I just hang my bow and quiver from it. My pack goes under my seat . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nomad Posted October 31, 2019 Share Posted October 31, 2019 Bow hooks are both good and bad, I believe my bow should be in my hand or lap . Hooks are nice for when I may want to reach into my pack or something through . I use a screw in step. My pack on that grab loop on top I have a carabiner and a loop of rope that way I have many options, I can use carabiner to attach it to the ratchet strap , or seat , hang it from a step by the rope whatever places it in easy reach . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DirtTime Posted October 31, 2019 Share Posted October 31, 2019 Most of the time I try to keep my bow in hand. If I hang it, i try to use a branch because most of the land I hunt is public land and I cannot screw anything into the trees. I have about 6 of the actual bow hangers in the pic below left, I have only used few over the years. They will hold my rifles fine, and hold my bow just the same. I will also set my bow on a log or a brush blind front if it's stable. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bionic Posted October 31, 2019 Share Posted October 31, 2019 40 minutes ago, Chef said: Does that little screw into the tree really hold the weight ? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Yes, i too use these...hang my rifle, crossbow, and sometimes bow if I can(you know my scenario). If you don’t screw the hang in to the square portion, and you have the hanger at a harsh angle sometimes it can rotate the entire hanger due to the weight/leverage. TIP: angle the hanger hinge so if the weight rotates the hanger, it tightens itself deeper into the tree...this way it can’t rotate(it wont loosen itself this way). 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swamp_bucks Posted October 31, 2019 Share Posted October 31, 2019 (edited) Since i hunt stateland mainly and your not supposed to put anything in the trees(atleast what i sas told) but its an old trail camera strap and 2 rubber coated hooks. It can hold my pack and bow at the same time. With no issues. Rolls up nice and quite quick to instal. Ill try to post pics this weekend with it use. Edited October 31, 2019 by Swamp_bucks 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeremy K Posted October 31, 2019 Share Posted October 31, 2019 1 hour ago, Chef said: Does that little screw into the tree really hold the weight ? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk As long as you're not shooting a Darton ,you'll be fine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UpStateRedNeck Posted October 31, 2019 Share Posted October 31, 2019 1 hour ago, rachunter said: ez hangers I get the three pack. I just started doing this. Good for whatever weapon your toting, but I use a screw in tree step for my backpack. Or a sawed off limb if one is handy and the right size. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crappyice Posted November 1, 2019 Share Posted November 1, 2019 I bought something like this for this season and it’s okhttps://www.cabelas.com/product/Big-Game-Multi-Hook-Accessory-Hanger/745530.uts?productVariantId=1621309&WT.tsrc=PPC&WT.mc_id=GoogleProductAds&WT.z_mc_id1=02835373&rid=20&ds_rl=1246537&ds_rl=1246540&ds_rl=1247888&ds_rl=1252079&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI18Wy9trH5QIVlK_ICh2X9g0QEAQYBSABEgJ-ofD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.dsFanny pack gets strapped around the tree I climb. Binos, range finder and calls as well as quiver (disconnected from bow) and cost until I get cold goes on the new “hook belt”. Only complaint is the strap slips a lot- cheapo clips. Bow sits across the top rail of the climber and most times I stand leaning against the tree. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robhuntandfish Posted November 1, 2019 Share Posted November 1, 2019 all my stands have a shooting rail. So i lay the bow on that and i can actually keep my hands inside a muff and keep the release clipped on . I face them so that my left side is in the best kill zone so i can shoot from a sitting position with the rail down. But i hang quiver etc on small screw in hooks. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_Real_TCIII Posted November 1, 2019 Share Posted November 1, 2019 That’s what I use, but I just hang my bow and quiver from it. My pack goes under my seat . I sometimes hang my pack from it too but all the way at the tree, not out at the endSent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_Real_TCIII Posted November 1, 2019 Share Posted November 1, 2019 I have a couple of these in my pack and one wrapped around the arm ofMy climber, they come in very handy for hanging stuff. Not the bow obviSent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chef Posted November 1, 2019 Author Share Posted November 1, 2019 I went with the real tree and I’m loving not having to hold my bow I have it so close it’s a easy grab but this is great Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moho81 Posted November 1, 2019 Share Posted November 1, 2019 The EZ Hangers that @rachunter posted are by far the best hangers that I have used. the larger one can put the bow in the perfect position to grab it with very little movement. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_Real_TCIII Posted November 1, 2019 Share Posted November 1, 2019 I just picked up two more at Dicks for $9.99. I like the one with two arms, not three. I lost bets to @sodfather and @TreeGuy so thats where these are going 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_Real_TCIII Posted November 1, 2019 Share Posted November 1, 2019 The only thing I dont like is the extra bend on the hook, its unnecessary and the bow can hang up on it when youre trying to lift it off in one smooth motion. I bet Ive had one for 20 years and always thought Id grind that off after season, and never do lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brownclown Posted November 1, 2019 Share Posted November 1, 2019 i have used the real tree, hawk go gadget arm , hawk mega extendable bow arm and now a canford ezy 3 arm. the canford is like the real tree bow the hook pivots which works a million times better. i like to have the bow hanger right above my headed straight out in from of me this way it wont interfere which my limbs if i shoot off to the side. it also put less torque and less likely to spin which i have had bows slowly start fall and sagging using the real tree style. i loved the Hawk go gadet but it is huge and the screw that goes in the tree snapped off and in research saw others have same issue. had hawk send me the maga extendable and felt too short and unless perfect parallel would move too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ApexerER Posted November 1, 2019 Share Posted November 1, 2019 I 23rd the EZ Hanger. I like the really long one, it keeps the bow in a place where you don't have to move much or turn around to get it. I use the buckles on my backpack to hang it from the shooting rail. That way it is right in front of me and I can access anything I need. I don't have to worry about the buckles banging the stand or making noise trying to get it out from under the seat and it isn't in the way if I want to stand up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_Real_TCIII Posted November 1, 2019 Share Posted November 1, 2019 I have a couple of these in my pack and one wrapped around the arm ofMy climber, they come in very handy for hanging stuff. Not the bow obviSent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marion Posted November 2, 2019 Share Posted November 2, 2019 Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk ProPretty confident going out with just one arrow in the quiver huh?Sent from my SM-G935V using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nyslowhand Posted November 2, 2019 Share Posted November 2, 2019 Most durable, HD and obviously built to support lots of weight - screw-in tree steps. AND cheap too! Clearly for private property only and established stands. They are a PITA to get the screw end started, but once fully screwed in they'll support anything? I'm a big advocate of having your weapon of choice laying across my lap, so mainly fanny pack & quiver get put onto hangers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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