What is a good pop up blind?

[smo]

I am considering purchasing a pop up blind, but was wondering how well they work? Which type is the easiest to put up and take down? Are the deer alarmed by the blind? Which type repels water and wind the best? What type is the best bang for the buck? Thanks for any input.

[Born2Hunt]

Ask under hunting equipment. All I can say is I have rolled around on the ground many times trying to fold mine up and I still can't get it folded up.

[Swamphunter]

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Ask under hunting equipment. All I can say is I have rolled around on the ground many times trying to fold mine up and I still can't get it folded up.

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Me either...I have to get my kids to fold it for me.
Seriously though, I have the Outhouse and it is too small for archery, and for my son and I. Alone for deer it would be perfect. You spray them with a water repellant silicone to help waterproof them. The outhouse (Named for its shape), let rain in through the windows. May want to get something with straight sides if your concern is rain.

[VermontHunter]

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Ask under hunting equipment. All I can say is I have rolled around on the ground many times trying to fold mine up and I still can't get it folded up.

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You're kidding right..... .... My DogHouse Blind nearly killed me several times before I perfected folding that thing up....

But, now I can tear than baby down, and pack it up in under 3 Min. ...

I would suggest getting the new HUB style blinds they are a snap to errect and tear down....

[GWSmith]

My favorite is simple...It's the one I own(the one and the only).

I got it by chance at a local sporting goods store for $79 it was a display model. The windows are the perfect height for both Bow or Rifle hunting. The "Hubs" are strong and lock out easily yet collapse quickly from the outside. I can have this blind setup in a minute and taken down in less than that. Roomy enough for two people my size...or me and all my gear
The Escape
Setup Instructions

[Bow Hunter Derek]

Double Bull Matrix is simply the best, it is what I use and is 1000X worth the money.

Other, less expensive blinds will work, but once you hunt out of a Double Bull, you'll never want to go back to the other blinds. You get what you pay for.

[bigmoss]

I own 3 of the Ameristep Brickhouse, for you money you CANNOT beat this blind. Have a look in the equipment section also there is a thread about thwir customer service and warranty A1 !!

[BIG_BUCK_1]

we bought The Escape® Deluxe this one of the biggest blinds i believe that is avalible and you can pack a couple of guys in there hunt. You can put it up and take it down in seconds

[GWSmith]

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we bought The Escape® Deluxe this one of the biggest blinds i believe that is avalible and you can pack a couple of guys in there hunt. You can put it up and take it down in seconds

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While checking out the links I put into my post I noticed that Big Game Treestands had updated their website. I simply sent them a thankyou email and told them about the link...Opened this Email this morning:

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Thank you for the wonderful comments about the website, as well as spreading the word. I’m so glad you are enjoying your ground blind.

In case you didn’t know or notice, we’re currently having a Bag ‘N’ Brag contest in which you can enter a picture/story of your latest bag with the use of our product and you’ll be entered on the website as well as for a chance to win either some Big Game Treestands/Ground Max apparel or The New for 2006 Escape Pro or New for 2006 Pinnacle Tripod! The drawing will be held July 1st and you have until then to enter. Otherwise, you can enter your Bag ‘N’ Brag stories all throughout the year. Keep an eye out as well for future contests!

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[arrow32]

If you can sit and shoot your bow the Doghouse is a nice blind.

Then again what is the one up at Cabelas were me at 6'3" and i could stand in it to shoot my bow. Not sure what that one is called my uncle has it.

[slinger09]

I have an Ameristep Brickhouse that I have hunted out of the last couple of years and it has worked very good. Try to set the blind out of line sight with the trail your hunting. I also like to get off the trail around 15 to 20 yards. For deer I always use the shoot through netting and try to brush it in. The easiest setup in setting it under a tree that has alot of low hanging branches. I have been fortunate enough to take 3 deer and 2 antelope from my blind and it can be a very effective tool to have in your arsenal. It's great too if you have young kids that you are afraid to put in a tree stand. The Brickhouse is a very nice blind for the money but I have had a few durability issues with it and think I will upgrade to Double Bull next purchase. Good luck and enjoy which ever blind you decide to purchase.

[bigbucks125]

I have the doghouse as well and its to small for me to bowhunt out of. I'm 6 foot 6 and its way to hard. but gun hunting with a partner is perfect. I hunted out of it numerous times last season with my dad, freinds and girlfriend.

[fishermanwhohunts]

Ameristep has good service, one time we bought a Brickhouse blind and there was a ton of tiny holes and unblackend parts on the inside. We went to our dealer for a replacement and they replaced it with a perfectly made blind.

[smo]

I was looking at a blind that you could put the ghillie style fabric over it for added concealment. I was looking at the Eastman Outfitters carbon venture blind. How easy are is it to put up and take down?

[Chrud]

I have an Ameristep Brickhouse TSC in Advantage MAX-4 HD camo. I really like it. It sets up and breaks down pretty fast and quietly. It is my favorite stand/blind to hunt out of when it is raining. I've had a few deer and other critters get within feet of it.