Anyone use a chair for calling

Larry G

Larry G

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I bought a Cabelas Gobblerlounger that looks like it would be good for calling predators like bobcats ,When you would have to set in one spot for a long time.Looks like I could fall asleep in it .Any one use a chair?
 
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I always use a folding stool when calling heavy cover.

Helps you see a little farther out.
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I hunt mostly flat brush country and you have to be up off the ground a bit in order to see. Have found this children's folding camp chair to be ideal; four legs instead of three (been dumped more than once when a stool leg breaks through into a gopher hole /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/angry-smiley-055.gif), lets you see over high grass/short bushes, short back helps shrink your aiming "wobble zone", still light enough to carry to the stand.

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Getting comfortable while maintaining a solid shooting position is essential to success IMHO; never go afield without one.

Regards,
hm
 
Larry G wrote "I bought a Cabelas Gobblerlounger that looks like it would be good for calling predators like bobcats..."

Ya, if you bang on it and blow thru one of the broken legs, the animals come runnin.

Sorry, couldn't help it.

I use one like hm1996 shows in the picture. Lite enough to carry around for awile.
 
I use the Bull Stool from cabelas. $60.00

"A versatile seat to carry with you when hunting in a blind. The legs are height-adjustable from 16" to 22-3/4", allowing secure placement on uneven surfaces. Oversized leg caps distribute the load so it can be used on soft surfaces. Legs can be detached and stored in the seat for compact carry. The 12" swivel seat supports over 500 lbs.
Weight: 5 lbs."
 
I've had good luck using my dove bucket - a five gallon bucket with swivel top. It has worked real well, and allows me to see 360 degrees when hunting alone, which I do frequently.
 
I agree a bucket is handy you can toss I mean gently pass your e caller and stuff in it with out having your hands completely full. I have heard of guys with a 6 foot or so step ladder so they can see over the brush.
 
+2 on the Gobble lounger. It is very comfy and puts you in a great position for steady shots when using my Eastmans shooting sticks. Only draw back is turning to get a shot, then a bucket with swivel seat would come in handy.
 
I bought one of the three legged stools they sell at wal-mart for dove hunting and it works great. sets about 18 inches high so you have a little added visibility and it came camoflauged so thats a plus. also has a strap so you can throw it over your shoulded and it dont get in the way.
 
I took this idea from someone else here on the boards (I wish I could remember who, so I could give proper credit). I use a milk crate with a cushion. Added a shoulder sling to it. It carries everything I need to the stand, converts into a stool. Total cost - $0. I still need to add some paint to it. My problem is that I have a couple of different "models" to choose from, and I can't decide which one to use.

RB
 
Good post. I need to get some type of seat. i keep getting pickers in MY seat from sitting on the ground. But then again...one more thing to carry.
 
Three legged stool here too /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grinning-smiley-003.gif, I have velcro straps on my 4ft bipod that I strap the stool on with to go from stand to stand /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif. As long as the ground isn't to soft /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/mad.gif, it works great /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif. Works better for me than setting on the ground /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grinning-smiley-003.gif. Tony
 
After this season, I will have to agree with hm1996, staying comfortable on a stand is essential. To many times this year I setup were I was a bit uncomfortable and thought I would be fine. In time my back would start to hurt or my legs would be in an awkward position, then I would start to fidget around trying to get comfortable.

This is how I look at it….. being uncomfortable = to much movement trying to get comfortable and that = coyote spots you before you even knew one was there. BUSTED!!!

So I just ordered a “Wedge Supreme Seat” from Cabelas. I was thinking about getting the Gobbler Lounger but I was not sure how easy it is to setup and can it be done without making to much noise.
 
I struggled with aching back after sitting for more than five minutes. I ended up buying the gobble lounger from Cabela's. I'm thinking about bringing that thing into the living room to watch tv. Very comfortable. One drawback is lack of mobility moving left or right with sticks. I do find it amusing that I have to basically roll out of the thing and I'm in pretty good shape too!
 
I use one of these. H.S.Strut turkey stool. The legs fold flat and it has a strap that goes over your shoulder. Weighs approx. 2 and a half pounds. I love it. BassPro sells them for $14.95 If you notice the front legs are shorter than the back. That way you can compensate for slant on the ground or against a tree. I always use a tree to lean against.

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I use one of these. H.S.Strut turkey stool. The legs fold flat and it has a strap that goes over your shoulder. Weighs approx. 2 and a half pounds. I love it. BassPro sells them for $14.95 If you notice the front legs are shorter than the back. That way you can compensate for slant on the ground or against a tree. I always use a tree to lean against.
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A tree .....I've heard of those....but never have one where I hunt. /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif

I use a little seat that goes flat on the ground but has a back on it. It works but for an old guy getting back up can be an issue...
 
I bought a $10 camo chair from gander ,perfect height for my harris bipod 13 and 1/2 by 27,i think that's the height,it the tallest harris makes.very comfortable and no bending of the the neck to look through the scope.
 
After 3 back surgeries, I have to use a small chair. I tried using a camo cushion and leaning against a tree, but I had a heck of a time getting up. I bought a camo chair with a back and a sling from Cabelas. Yes, it's true, it is one more thing to carry, but you do what you have to do.
 
peterjc+1 that is what I use. They are sturdy and light. If I am calling in real open country I use it to lean an elbow on and hold the remote or a camera.
 


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