You can’t go wrong with this 20-foot ladder stand when you want two in a tree. The 20-foot height is perfect, and the Comfort-Flex seats are soft on your butt and lower back. This two-seater is as good as they get, giving each hunter their own space. I also like that if you plan to use the stand only for bowhunting, you can not attach the shooting rail during assembly. For rifle, shotgun, or muzzle hunters, the shooting rail is a firm rest. The frame is super durable, and though you’ll need a partner to hang it, you’re good to go once this ladder is up and set. It’s a heavy ladder stand, but I love the all-steel construction. The Skybox Deluxe is the type of treestand that makes all-day sits comfortable and enjoyable. The 19-inch wide by 17-inch deep footrest is also a flip-back style. You’ll love the Flex-Tek seat that flips back and out of the way in a smooth, quiet manner whitetail hunters will appreciate when you want to stand. This steel ladder stand sits tall in the tree, and once the ratchet strap and one-inch stabilizer straps are attached, the stand is ultra-sturdy. Too many ladders are too short with these lesser models, you’ll get busted and struggle with scent control. The height of this ladder stand makes it a win for the bowhunting crowd. Plus, its up/down operation is smooth and quiet. It’s incredibly sturdy, and the flip-back two-way adjustable padded shooting rail is an added safety feature for the bowhunter.
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Whether you’re stringing a series of ladders across your slice of whitetail paradise or want one to hold you and your favorite hunting partner, here are the best ladder stands out there. Today’s top-end ladder stands feature secure stand-to-tree attachment and, when used with a lifeline and safety harness, are incredibly safe. While ladder stands aren’t the best option for the run-and-gun public-land whitetail hunter, they are perfect for those that own, lease, or have permission on private ground and who want to get off the ground. The entire process lacked grace, but because the ground-to-platform height was 20 feet, the buck had no clue I was around. But when that Illinois 9-point emerged out of the fog, I could rise semi-quietly and draw my bow. There wasn’t much room to stand, and when I did, it felt like my stomach was doing somersaults. Though the ladder was narrow, it didn’t pop, creak, or move and the steps were perfectly spaced. I’ve been a fan of ladder stands since my first time in a hardwood tree 15 years ago.