Do those of you who use a turkey chair feel that it makes a difference? I want to get one, but my wife and I have recently come into some house repairs that are going to cost alot of money. I don't think I could justify buying one right now, but do not want to sit on the ground. Is it worth $20 something dollars?
To me, yes! I have ruptured discs in my back and can sit still for much longer with the chair, plus it gives me the option of setting up without using a tree. In the pine jungles I hunt most trees are much smaller then my shoulder width, so the chair is a big help for me. That said I don't use it every time, but I do lug it around a lot.
For what it's worth I have two of them and lend them to friends when they hunt with me. Everyone that used it has bought one for themselves after.
Definitely worth the money! My Gobbler Lounger allows me to sit in comfort for as long as is needed. And if I'm on the move, I just collapse and carry it over my shoulder with the built in sling. Quick and easy to set up.
Since I mainly hunt down in Dixie, where running and gunning doesn't work so well, I do a lot of sitting, calling and waiting. Couldn't do that without my chair.
It absolutely makes a difference. There is no comparison between the ground(even with a cushion) and a turkey chair. I would rather leave my vest than my chair.
If you plan on long sits yes. Cabelas Gobbler Lounger.
YES YES YES!!
No more cold and/or numb butt.
Gman
Yes !!! If you don't have one ,get one ,if you have one use it . They are Comfortable.
Mine cost a lot more than $20 but I'm field testing the run and gun model HillJacked seat from www.hilljacked.com
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It adjusts to the angle of the hill and has cleats on the bottom to keep it from sliding down the hill. It works great here in West Virginia.
Quote from: West Augusta on February 28, 2015, 10:49:07 PM
Mine cost a lot more than $20 but I'm field testing the run and gun model HillJacked seat from www.hilljacked.com
(http://i61.tinypic.com/24ozgp3.jpg)
It adjusts to the angle of the hill and has cleats on the bottom to keep it from sliding down the hill. It works great here in West Virginia.
How is it on your back?
Definitely yes!!!! I can sit twice as long with the chair as I could without it. As for the cost..... look at the Turkey Thug chair at Walmart..... I think it is about $15...
Quote from: deerbasshunter3 on February 28, 2015, 11:03:40 PM
Quote from: West Augusta on February 28, 2015, 10:49:07 PM
Mine cost a lot more than $20 but I'm field testing the run and gun model HillJacked seat from www.hilljacked.com
(http://i61.tinypic.com/24ozgp3.jpg)
It adjusts to the angle of the hill and has cleats on the bottom to keep it from sliding down the hill. It works great here in West Virginia.
How is it on your back?
I usually put it at the base of a tree and am quite comfortable. They do sell a back and cushion that work with it.
I have hunted with a Gobbler Lounger the past few years and would not go without it. I have lower back disc problems and long sets used to kill me. Now I can sit as long as I want. I think this has helped me kill a lot of gobblers I would not have taken in the past.
Quote from: RussM311 on February 28, 2015, 11:14:18 PM
Definitely yes!!!! I can sit twice as long with the chair as I could without it. As for the cost..... look at the Turkey Thug chair at Walmart..... I think it is about $15...
$19.88 here.
For sure! I use the big Alps/Browning chair cause I'm a big guy. It's very nice!!!!!!!
Quote from: taylorjones20 on February 28, 2015, 11:52:33 PM
For sure! I use the big Alps/Browning chair cause I'm a big guy. It's very nice!!!!!!!
+1 Best investment I've made in turkey hunting equipment. I will never be without one.
Gman
I've got a bad back too and have 3 vertebrae fused in my spine. I can sit still comfortably in a Gobbler Lounger as long as I need to. Without it, I might as well stay home.
I replaced the cheap carrying strap on mine with inexpensive rifle slings. I also got rid of the velcro closure strap and added a small camo pet collar with a quick release buckle so it can be set up & taken down more quickly and quietly. The last one I bought came with a camo bag to carry it in and no strap, but I added a sling and pet collar to it and use the bag to tote a curtain blind if I need it.
Jim
While sitting in the chair, do you have to adjust to get your gun up, or does it have you in the "ready" shooting position?
I use a gun rest for your knee that H.S. Strut makes or lay the gun across my lap.
Jim
I bought one at the end of season a couple years ago just to have. Never have used it, I love my h s strut seat. I bought a carry bag for my chair from usahuntingear before they went out of business, it will last a lot longer than the chair will! I've sat in the chair and it is comfortable. Have it case I ever need it.
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A turkey chair allows you to set comfortably for long periods of time. The drawback is more to carry. If you are running and gunning, leave it in the truck. Walmart has the Mossy Oak turkey chair on line for $17.89 with free pickup at your local stores or you can get one off the shelf for $19.88. http://www.walmart.com/ip/Mossy-Oak-Turkey-Thug-Gobbler-Chair/22281732 Alpz also makes two chairs that are very comfortable, roomy and support 300 lbs. but they are more expensive. Both of these seats set low to the ground and allow you to support your gun on your knee to provide quick target acquisition.
Patience is the key to killing birds consistently as you very well know. The chair is a very valuable piece of equipment to me. It allows me to remain still for longer periods of time and it allows me to spend more time in a calling position. I would say it improved my kill ratio , by helping me sit in setups longer. Just my opinion
I just ordered the Turkey Thugs chair from WalMart. I guess if it only lasts one season, it was only $20. The reason I say that is because,usually, when you find a product much cheaper than similar products, there is a reason.
I just got a Cabelas Gobbler Lounger, my opinion have not hunted with it yet, but seems very comfortable. But honestly can't see me lugging this thing everywhere, every day, and will probably only use it certain times where I know where I'm going for a long sit hunt. And now I'm wishing I would have got the ALPS, same chair but has a direct carry strap on the chair. The Cabelas has a bag you must put it in to utilize the carry strap, which I don't care for.
Love my gobblelounger!!!!! :icon_thumright: :icon_thumright:
Never had a bit of trouble with mine, and it makes sitting in one spot a whole lot easier!
Here's the one I would have got, but didn't see it till after I bought the Cabelas Gobbler Lounger. Just like the idea of the carry strap on the chair, where you don't have to carry it in a bag. Guess I'll modify mine with a cinch and carry strap.
http://www.mackspw.com/Item--i-ALP85255014S
got one of the turkey thug chairs from wally world, best 15.00 I spent on turkey hunting gear
Along with the Lounger, I also use the Primos QS3 Tristool chair- you sit straighter with this than the Lounger and it is easier to rise up because of its design. It has a smaller "footprint" than the Lounger and I find it easier to place in brush, and it affords better vision because you sit higher.
I picked up a Turkey Thug Chair at Wal-Mart for $19.95 and its really nice!
Quote from: taylorjones20 on February 28, 2015, 11:52:33 PM
For sure! I use the big Alps/Browning chair cause I'm a big guy. It's very nice!!!!!!!
I picked up one of these at the convention. Can't wait to try it
Yes get one,it will save your back.I have the little black folding one with a shoulder strap...it was less then 20.00 Rusty
I have a turkey thug chair and refuse to hunt without it
I have one for me and my wife.Best thing I ever bought for turkey hunting.And great to use at other times too. Kevin
I recently got ahold the thug chair from Walmart. So far I love it and am sure it will be used heavily. I took the little strap off and put a cheap gun sling on it and found a big rubber band to replace the Velcro strap. Workin much better so far
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