Guest vet Posted December 21, 2006 Report Share Posted December 21, 2006 I am looking to buy a rangefinder after the Holidays I'm not rich but I want something that is accurate for bowhunting, should I wait and spend the extra. also i'm going to buy a light climber that I can take in and out each time I hunt as I am sick of having treestands stolen. I'm looking at the summit openshot at 14 pounds give Me Your expert opinions. I am planning on getting all My trees picked and spots ready then just climb . Thanks Folks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hunterfisherman Posted December 22, 2006 Report Share Posted December 22, 2006 Re: Rangefinder/climbing treestand I have a summit vipor and love it. It's a little heavier but it's comfortable enough to sit all day. I use a 150.00 bushnell and it's great. Not a lot of money but it's good out to about 250 yards and that's more than enough for bowhunting, plus if something happens to it I want be crushed because I'm not out several hundred dollars Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PAstringking Posted December 22, 2006 Report Share Posted December 22, 2006 Re: Rangefinder/climbing treestand i also own a Summit Viper SS....i do love it for comfort but it is a little heavy and large for a longer hike. i tried out the bushnell and it does do its job but i would rather have a nikon because its easier to use one handed. go to the sporting goods store and play with them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maytom Posted December 22, 2006 Report Share Posted December 22, 2006 Re: Rangefinder/climbing treestand Anothere vote for a Summit Viper, as well as a Nikon Pro-Staff 440 laser ranger finder. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtnhunt Posted December 22, 2006 Report Share Posted December 22, 2006 Re: Rangefinder/climbing treestand Summit climbers are comfortable, quiet and are not priced ridiculously. Rangefinders, the bushnells for the money are hard to beat. Have a pair of compact 800's I have been really happy with. Heard a lot of good reviews on the bushnell trophy line of rangefinders too. Welcome to the forums. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EKYhunter Posted December 22, 2006 Report Share Posted December 22, 2006 Re: Rangefinder/climbing treestand I use the Viper and the Nikon Monarch 800. Both great pieces of equipment IMHO. My hunting buddy has the Nikon 440 and it's an excellent rangefinder. I just like Nikon over all the other brands, except Swaros which I can't afford! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Widowmaker Posted December 22, 2006 Report Share Posted December 22, 2006 Re: Rangefinder/climbing treestand I have a summit cobra and wouldn't trade it for any other stand. Only weighs 17 lbs. and so comfortable. I also have a Bushnell Trophy rangefinder and love it! Both are priced right and great quality. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest vet Posted December 22, 2006 Report Share Posted December 22, 2006 Re: Rangefinder/climbing treestand thanks folks I have My decision pretty much made for Me You folks have been a great help I will try them out thanks I have a limited budget I appreciate Your help and will let You know on the range finder. Ron Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gator Posted December 22, 2006 Report Share Posted December 22, 2006 Re: Rangefinder/climbing treestand Vet, if your not dead set on a Summit, I have a climber for sale in the classifieds........ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoyt03 Posted December 24, 2006 Report Share Posted December 24, 2006 Re: Rangefinder/climbing treestand I would look into the summit broadhead climber that folds flat and is pretty light. As far as rangefinders, there is nothing a bushnell yardage pro sport wont do for the archery hunter. You can get them for under 150$ in some places and they are a very good rangefinder. No need to spend the extra money if your not ranging stuff over 300 yards. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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