Need help getting bow in the tree......

[TDubbs12]

So many of us (generalization here) leave our bow on the ground while climbing and pull it up later. I had an idea to hitch it to the base of the tree above ground level, climb to height, then with the loose end of the pull rope release the hitch (mavrick??) and pull up. I just tried a couple ideas but can't seem to have the weighted bow not pull the hitch out. I looking to some of you smarter guys for ideas. Getting it out the the tree is no problem. Mavrick hitch on top, descend bow to base but above ground level and continue on.... Pic for reference.

 

[bowhunthard88]

Have you considered tying a loop in your yellow string and hanging your bow from the loop with something like this:

QUICK DRAW Bow Hook

The QUICK DRAW bow hook is an incredibly simple and user friendly bow hook that works with our HYS Strap. If you don’t use a QuickDraw and HYS Strap – are you even a bow hunter? For years thousands of bow hunters have been using DIY Kydex hooks to hang their bows on the Tethrd HYS Strap. If...

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FIXED Bow Hanger

Here’s what you need to know about the Fixed Bow Hanger: It mounts to your bow. It reduces setup time in the tree. It can be used with or w/o quiver. It’s the most compact option. Mounting hardware is included. The Fixed Bow Hanger is the best option for hunters who prioritize simplicity. It...

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Then you only need to have your bow tied to your haul line and lift it off the loop...

Any time you create a knot/hitch, when you break it, there will be some slack induced and your bow will drop "?" amount.

 

[TDubbs12]

Have you considered tying a loop in your yellow string and hanging your bow from the loop with something like this:

QUICK DRAW Bow Hook

The QUICK DRAW bow hook is an incredibly simple and user friendly bow hook that works with our HYS Strap. If you don’t use a QuickDraw and HYS Strap – are you even a bow hunter? For years thousands of bow hunters have been using DIY Kydex hooks to hang their bows on the Tethrd HYS Strap. If...

tethrd.com

FIXED Bow Hanger

Here’s what you need to know about the Fixed Bow Hanger: It mounts to your bow. It reduces setup time in the tree. It can be used with or w/o quiver. It’s the most compact option. Mounting hardware is included. The Fixed Bow Hanger is the best option for hunters who prioritize simplicity. It...

www.latitudeoutdoors.com

Then you only need to have your bow tied to your haul line and lift it off the loop...

Any time you create a knot/hitch, when you break it, there will be some slack induced and your bow will drop "?" amount.

Brilliant - knew there were smart people here. just use the "yellow" and have an open hook to lift off of. Thanks

 

[Glenn]

I ain't gonna lie. This looks like a solution looking for a problem.

What problem are you trying to solve exactly? Or is this just something "different" for the fun of it? Because I gotta tell ya, hauling one up off the ground hasn't produced any roadblocks for me.

 

[TDubbs12]

I ain't gonna lie. This looks like a solution looking for a problem.

What problem are you trying to solve exactly? Or is this just something "different" for the fun of it? Because I gotta tell ya, hauling one up off the ground hasn't produced any roadblocks for me.

I hunt in some pretty wet/muddy places. Just trying to keep my cables and pulleys clean. Gives me an option on those hunts.

 

[Glenn]

I hunt in some pretty wet/muddy places. Just trying to keep my cables and pulleys clean. Gives me an option on those hunts.

Gotcha. I'm pickin' up what you're putting down now. Do you use sticks? If so A hook or cable tie integrated into your attachment rope/strap should work. If not a length of daisy chain webbing or amsteel to hang a hook or cable tie from would do it as well. A friend of mine straps his to his pack after he takes his one stick off and hauls it up on his back. Just another option to think about.

I should probably worry more about dirt and mud but I don't.

 

[TDubbs12]

Gotcha. I'm pickin' up what you're putting down now. Do you use sticks? If so A hook or cable tie integrated into your attachment rope/strap should work. If not a length of daisy chain webbing or amsteel to hang a hook or cable tie from would do it as well. A friend of mine straps his to his pack after he takes his one stick off and hauls it up on his back. Just another option to think about.

I should probably worry more about dirt and mud but I don't.

2TC

 

[NATHAN]

Good thinking, following.

 

[Glenn]

2TC

Yeah. I'd girth hitch a length of daisy webbing, throw a cable tie in there and hang 'er up. Light fast and quiet. No special hitchin' required.

 

[LAKY]

I've hung it from a rope step before to get it out of the mud/water. It's similar to what was said above with the rope around the tree. I climb with them sometimes, so I usually have one. Little screw in bow hangers work too if you can use those.

Edited to say, you can lower your bow onto the step/hook too when coming down. Reflective tape on each can help you hit your mark in the dark.

 

[TDubbs12]

Got er done. Thanks

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[TDubbs12]

I've hung it from a rope step before to get it out of the mud/water. It's similar to what was said above with the rope around the tree. I climb with them sometimes, so I usually have one. Little screw in bow hangers work too if you can use those.

Edited to say, you can lower your bow onto the step/hook too when coming down. Reflective tape on each can help you hit your mark in the dark.

don't know if i have that skill hitting the mark on the way down..

 

[BowhunterXC]

I purchased a 26' retractable dog leash off of Amazon, for $24. I attach it to a mollie loop on my tree saddle with a S-biner and pull the bow up, once I'm at hunting height.

 

[RookieJD]

I hunt in some pretty wet/muddy places. Just trying to keep my cables and pulleys clean. Gives me an option on those hunts.

I was thinking about this over the summer. Made an extra gear hanger out of paracord, to do what was mentioned above by BHH88. Also thought about attaching to my pack as I climb.

 

[LAKY]

don't know if i have that skill hitting the mark on the way down..

What will you do when lowering it back down in those areas?

 

[RookieJD]

What will you do when lowering it back down in those areas?

The thought was to strap it to my pack or tie it off to each stick as I come down

 

[TDubbs12]

What will you do when lowering it back down in those areas?

use the maverick from above and lower just above ground.

 

[RookieJD]

I’ll have to look that up. Idk what it is.

 

[Pattywhacker]

Have you considered tying a loop in your yellow string and hanging your bow from the loop with something like this:

QUICK DRAW Bow Hook

The QUICK DRAW bow hook is an incredibly simple and user friendly bow hook that works with our HYS Strap. If you don’t use a QuickDraw and HYS Strap – are you even a bow hunter? For years thousands of bow hunters have been using DIY Kydex hooks to hang their bows on the Tethrd HYS Strap. If...

tethrd.com

FIXED Bow Hanger

Here’s what you need to know about the Fixed Bow Hanger: It mounts to your bow. It reduces setup time in the tree. It can be used with or w/o quiver. It’s the most compact option. Mounting hardware is included. The Fixed Bow Hanger is the best option for hunters who prioritize simplicity. It...

www.latitudeoutdoors.com

Then you only need to have your bow tied to your haul line and lift it off the loop...

Any time you create a knot/hitch, when you break it, there will be some slack induced and your bow will drop "?" amount.

@bowhunthard88 if tou still have this could you tell me the measurements of it laying flat and what it measures from the flat side to the forward/front opening of the hook. On my Arc, I have between 1/2 to 5/8” gap from the riser to where my quiver arm is.

 

[Benb]

So many of us (generalization here) leave our bow on the ground while climbing and pull it up later. I had an idea to hitch it to the base of the tree above ground level, climb to height, then with the loose end of the pull rope release the hitch (mavrick??) and pull up. I just tried a couple ideas but can't seem to have the weighted bow not pull the hitch out. I looking to some of you smarter guys for ideas. Getting it out the the tree is no problem. Mavrick hitch on top, descend bow to base but above ground level and continue on.... Pic for reference. View attachment 108973

I'm more concerned as to why a climber isn't being used on this tree. It appears the limbs may be too small in diameter for a platform (saddle or hang on).