Parkergirl Posted July 7, 2008 Report Share Posted July 7, 2008 I am getting ready for my first hunt. I just got a bow and been practicing with it but want to no what are the best broad heads, tree stands, clothing etc. to buy. Any help would be helpful:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LifeNRA Posted July 7, 2008 Report Share Posted July 7, 2008 Welcome to the forums! I take it your shooting a Parker bow? Cool, so am I! So will my daughter shortly! I use Muzzy's for the broadheads, thinking about the Rage TWO blade this year. Summit Goliath climber. As far as clothing, anything from Cabela's! Their clothing seems to last the best so far. They hold there color, and they take the abuse I give them! Worth every penny! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leo Posted July 7, 2008 Report Share Posted July 7, 2008 Footware needs to be your first concern LaCrosse, Danner and Timberland make good hunting boots for mild weather hunting. If it gets below freezing where you hunt Sorel pac boots are by far my number one choice. Climbing stands are very difficult for some people. They are probably the safest option but if you can't climb with it, they are useless to you. Before you try one make sure you know how to use a safety harness. Buy big lightweight camo clothing you can layer underneath. With lower poundage bows, Muzzies are good heads. So are G5 Montecs, G5 Strykers, Razorcaps, Magnus Snuffers and NAP H ellRazors. Some broadheads will shoot better with your setup than others. So if you can borrow some heads and try them on a broadhead target before you buy a set. It's a good idea. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RangerClay Posted July 7, 2008 Report Share Posted July 7, 2008 First and foremost, DO NOT NEGLECT YOUR SAFETY HARNESS! I use a Hunter Safety System vest with a Fall Guy Retractor Strap. I'm also going to give the Rage 2-blade broadhead a try this year. I like ladder stands. I feel more safe in them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parkergirl Posted July 8, 2008 Author Report Share Posted July 8, 2008 Thanks for the tips:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OUTDOORLIFE3 Posted July 9, 2008 Report Share Posted July 9, 2008 hey welcome to forum...my gf actually shoots a parker and is having good sucess...I have her set up w/ 85 grain G5 Montec, but the G5 Striker is looking impressive and I shoot the rage 2-blade broadhead and am looking that for her too...For stand i look for the biggest, most comfortable lock on and for climbers i use the Summit Viper...also i use the Scent lok and Scent blocker clothes and definately impressed with them Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
123 4/8 P&Y Posted July 9, 2008 Report Share Posted July 9, 2008 And don't forget to buy some scent killing detergent for those new hunting clothes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
razortec_hunter Posted July 9, 2008 Report Share Posted July 9, 2008 Well in my opinion i would go with thunderhead broad heads, just make sure the grain is right for your bow,and i love ALL of realtrees camo, i've haven't used anything other than realtree lol. and DEFF look into scent control formulas. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest arvelocity Posted July 10, 2008 Report Share Posted July 10, 2008 Treestand Please , Please , Please, read the owners manual on your treestand. Then take it outside, along with your safety harness, and hook them onto a tree in your yard. Practice connecting, climbing, descending, and disconnecting the whole rig several times. Use the safety harness for the practice session too. No amout of fun is worth a serious injury. Congratulations on your deciding to enjoy the great outdoors. The wilderness is a magical place. You'll see many unique occurences that couch dwellers will only hear about second hand. Blessings Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Born4it Posted July 13, 2008 Report Share Posted July 13, 2008 Some suggestions for broadheads are Muzzy, G5 (Strikers, Montecs, Tekans), Rage, Thunderhead...just some to try. For treestands, I've had good luck with Gorilla and Ameristep, but I haven't really heard many bad things with any. As far as clothing, I usually buy from Bass Pro or Redhead, but just make sure you get something that's quiet. I like fleece on the outside layer. Also make sure that you have something for an outer layer that's water resistent if need be! Since some other people commented on boots, I'll have to put in a good word for Rocky and Wolverine. I would highly recommend getting something with GoreTex (outer layer). These are just suggestions, so just shop around and you'll figure out what you like the best and what's most comfortable to you. One rule of thumb I've found to keep in mind is that, for the most part, you get what you pay for. That's not always true, so don't pass up a great deal, but you deserve to be warm and dry, so spend what you need to accomplish that! Good luck! Take care, Ryan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest splitg2 Posted July 31, 2008 Report Share Posted July 31, 2008 I would by a trail camera for extra fun. The wildview is a good starter camera Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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