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Ground blind chair…whatcha got?
- Thread starter Pattywhacker
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^this. They are pricey, but unlike other offerings, you won't want to leave this one home.
Curious if there’s a general ground blind anyone recommends over others? Been meaning to get one so my wife and I can hunt together.
The one that’s on sale.
Not being facetious: if it’s big enough to draw your bow or shoot whatever other weapon you want, easy enough to set up, and roomy enough for both of you, then you are probably not going to be getting one for cheap, so find a good sale and jump on it.
Otherwise, durability of the exterior material also matters.
I have one of those Ameristep Doghouse blinds for my daughter and myself, can’t use my compound in it and I wouldn’t want to share it with another adult, but it only cost me $35 and the deer have no clue when we’re sitting in it, even with a fidgety 7YO girl involved.
That all said, I don’t think you can go wrong with Ameristep or Muddy or really any of the retail-store blinds that are offered. They’re all about the same quality in my experience, and layout of windows, zippers, etc. are the biggest differences I’ve seen.
Would really love to hear your thoughts on that blind when you get it. I've had one on my short list for awhile but haven't made the decision yet.
BT
I had a Double Bull & they are nice but just too much to lug around so I went to the Pac Seat and the nearest tree!
I've heard alot of good things about double bull but also that they're heavy.
This won't fit in a traditional enclosed blind, but if I could find a good 3 sided blind that is taller than waist high, these seats are absolutely amazing. Light as a feather, attaches securely to the tree, quiet, comfortable, and holds my fat butt for an all day sit.
BT
This past turkey season I bought an ameristep ground blind chair. It’s an all in one unit. They have a one person and two person, I bought the 2 person. The two person is big enough for an adult and child. I used it this past fall too. I honestly love it. My only complaint is the noisy carrying bag. I found it on sale for $89.99 shipped. It’s nice having an all in one unit to carry with you.
If you want quality go with a Barronett. I have used a bunch of different brands, ameristep, rhino, and they are all cheap compared to my Barronett blinds. I have an OX five that gets put out every year a week before season opener and stays out till season closes here in Northern Wisconsin and it is still going strong. The OX 5 is big and has plenty of room for multiple people. Ive had 4 people in it with plenty of space. The Ox 5 is on the heavy side but like i said i put it out once and bring it in once, so its not a problem.
I buy the tripod seats with a back from Academy. They are $19ish. I’ve had one now for six or seven years and had to do a couple minor repairs. I just picked up another one because I’m taking more people hunting. The older one has been beat to heck from duck hunting also but still works.