Turkey vest

[TreyB]

What is your favorite vest?

I will be getting a new one this year. The one I have is a cheap Primos I've had for years. Time to upgrade.

Or if anyone knows of a good one they want to part with let me know.

 

[TreyB]

https://www.google.com/aclk?sa=l&ai=DCh ... CEI&adurl=




Was looking at this one. Not sure If it is overkill or not. How heavy would that thing be with the legs on it walking for hours.

 

[Andy S.]

What is your favorite vest?

No vest if you can get by without one. I usually wear one early season when it is cooler and no foliage, and ditch it mid season when it warms up and foliage is present.

 

[TreyB]

Yeah I don't carry a ton of stuff anyway...

 

[Longbow2240]

That's a good deal on that particular vest. Those are still $170-180 everywhere else.

 

[rbreedi1]

I like my cabelas tatr vest.. I think its the super tat'r , its not the tactical one. I bought it on sale couple years ago, they usually run some deals on them closer to season.

 

[PickettSFHunter]

I have quite a few. Favorite for cooler weather is the cabelas tactical tatr 2. Favorite warm weather is the Ol Tom Essentials. I will definitely be trying the new Nomad vest this year also.


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[fairchaser]

What about the front side pack versus a turkey vest? Anybody use one?

 

[MrClif]

Picked up one the Alps Grand Slams last year in Bottomland they were 100.00 out the door. Hunted with it all season in couple different states, didnt think I'd like it due to the additional weight but I love it. You don't have to have a tree which is very helpful in cutovers here and also found it useful in Kansas. It is also hydration bladder compatible, I'd never used one but bought a decent bladder off amazon and tried and probably will never go back to carrying water bottle again. The straw hangs on shoulder and very easy to grab a drink to wet mouth while calling with very little movement.

 

[TreyB]

Picked up one the Alps Grand Slams last year in Bottomland they were 100.00 out the door. Hunted with it all season in couple different states, didnt think I'd like it due to the additional weight but I love it. You don't have to have a tree which is very helpful in cutovers here and also found it useful in Kansas. It is also hydration bladder compatible, I'd never used one but bought a decent bladder off amazon and tried and probably will never go back to carrying water bottle again. The straw hangs on shoulder and very easy to grab a drink to wet mouth while calling with very little movement.

Good info

 

[Poleaxe]

I like my cabelas tatr vest.. I think its the super tat'r , its not the tactical one. I bought it on sale couple years ago, they usually run some deals on them closer to season.

Man I sure love mine. That cushion is so comfortable.

 

[SKFOOTER]

You can also remove the chair frame from this Alps vest with minimum effort and reduce its weight by 3-4 pounds.

 

[poorhunter]

I only have one for the flip seat cushion, so any will do. Got a new one on clearance last summer and I don't even know what brand it is.

 

[Setterman]

Tactical tatr 2. I've had them all and it's the best

Although the new primos is interesting and if it's better built then the bucklick or redhead it might be awesome

 

[TreyB]

Tactical tatr 2. I've had them all and it's the best

Although the new primos is interesting and if it's better built then the bucklick or redhead it might be awesome

I have seen and talked to several that keeps recommending the tatr 2...

 

[tree_ghost]

Tactical tatr 2. I've had them all and it's the best

Although the new primos is interesting and if it's better built then the bucklick or redhead it might be awesome

Tat'r 2 is what I run with and haven't considered another vest since then


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[TheAirMan]

Cabela's tactical tat'r kickstand.


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[Poleaxe]

Tat'r vest are well made too. I garuntee it would still be in the same shape you bought it to pass down to your boy Eric.

 

[TreyB]

Tat'r vest are well made too. I garuntee it would still be in the same shape you bought it to pass down to your boy Eric.

He's 4... so it must be made well.

 

[Poleaxe]

Tat'r vest are well made too. I garuntee it would still be in the same shape you bought it to pass down to your boy Eric.

He's 4... so it must be made well.

It is. I found the Tat'r youth vest on sale last year and got it I loved mine so much.

 

[Gravey]

Another vote for the tactical tatr. Love having the back and not needing a tree to lean into.

 

[scn]

I used a turkey vest for many years, and preferred the ones with a "strapped" seat where you could lean back without having a big tree to lean on. However, once Wes P convinced me to try one of the turkey lounger type seats (https://www.walmart.com/ip/MAC-Sports-T ... /171930807) , my vest went on the shelf. I carry it with a claw sling on the opposite shoulder of my slung shotgun while I am chasing birds. It balances things out, and, IMO, added little if any weight to the total system. And, it is so much more comfortable for long sits that it is worth the trouble.

For calls and other gear, I use a fanny pack with shoulder straps I got from sportsman guide. I like that system since it has some straps on top of the pack that let me secure a jacket or raincoat to keep from heating up running up and down the ridges. I do not see the model I have in their system, but this one is very close to it and has some added features that I like. I may have to check one of these out this spring: https://www.sportsmansguide.com/product ... ?a=2166015

While the system looks cumbersome, the actual weight is very close, and the increased comfort of the turkey chair and not having a hot vest when the weather heats up makes the deal a lot better for me. I don't see myself going back to a vest.

 

[PillsburyDoughboy]

I used a turkey vest for many years, and preferred the ones with a "strapped" seat where you could lean back without having a big tree to lean on. However, once Wes P convinced me to try one of the turkey lounger type seats (https://www.walmart.com/ip/MAC-Sports-T ... /171930807) , my vest went on the shelf. I carry it with a claw sling on the opposite shoulder of my slung shotgun while I am chasing birds. It balances things out, and, IMO, added little if any weight to the total system. And, it is so much more comfortable for long sits that it is worth the trouble.

For calls and other gear, I use a fanny pack with shoulder straps I got from sportsman guide. I like that system since it has some straps on top of the pack that let me secure a jacket or raincoat to keep from heating up running up and down the ridges. I do not see the model I have in their system, but this one is very close to it and has some added features that I like. I may have to check one of these out this spring: https://www.sportsmansguide.com/product ... ?a=2166015

While the system looks cumbersome, the actual weight is very close, and the increased comfort of the turkey chair and not having a hot vest when the weather heats up makes the deal a lot better for me. I don't see myself going back to a vest.

. I'm doing the same as u with the seat . I am down to just two calls and put them in my Cargo pockets now . Muck lighter and faster on my feet when I need to be


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[go_okfishin]

I used a turkey vest for many years, and preferred the ones with a "strapped" seat where you could lean back without having a big tree to lean on. However, once Wes P convinced me to try one of the turkey lounger type seats (https://www.walmart.com/ip/MAC-Sports-T ... /171930807) , my vest went on the shelf. I carry it with a claw sling on the opposite shoulder of my slung shotgun while I am chasing birds. It balances things out, and, IMO, added little if any weight to the total system. And, it is so much more comfortable for long sits that it is worth the trouble.

For calls and other gear, I use a fanny pack with shoulder straps I got from sportsman guide. I like that system since it has some straps on top of the pack that let me secure a jacket or raincoat to keep from heating up running up and down the ridges. I do not see the model I have in their system, but this one is very close to it and has some added features that I like. I may have to check one of these out this spring: https://www.sportsmansguide.com/product ... ?a=2166015

While the system looks cumbersome, the actual weight is very close, and the increased comfort of the turkey chair and not having a hot vest when the weather heats up makes the deal a lot better for me. I don't see myself going back to a vest.

. I'm doing the same as u with the seat . I am down to just two calls and put them in my Cargo pockets now . Muck lighter and faster on my feet when I need to be


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Me too. Fanny pack and Turkey Lounger.

 

[muddyboots]

I bought me a satchel to try. Strap a cushion to it and head out. My wife calls it a purse. We keep telling her it's a satchel.

 

[Gravey]

I used a turkey vest for many years, and preferred the ones with a "strapped" seat where you could lean back without having a big tree to lean on. However, once Wes P convinced me to try one of the turkey lounger type seats (https://www.walmart.com/ip/MAC-Sports-T ... /171930807) , my vest went on the shelf. I carry it with a claw sling on the opposite shoulder of my slung shotgun while I am chasing birds. It balances things out, and, IMO, added little if any weight to the total system. And, it is so much more comfortable for long sits that it is worth the trouble.

For calls and other gear, I use a fanny pack with shoulder straps I got from sportsman guide. I like that system since it has some straps on top of the pack that let me secure a jacket or raincoat to keep from heating up running up and down the ridges. I do not see the model I have in their system, but this one is very close to it and has some added features that I like. I may have to check one of these out this spring: https://www.sportsmansguide.com/product ... ?a=2166015

While the system looks cumbersome, the actual weight is very close, and the increased comfort of the turkey chair and not having a hot vest when the weather heats up makes the deal a lot better for me. I don't see myself going back to a vest.

I use the turkey lounger seat at times as well but the original carrying strap broke. How did you attach the claw sling?

 

[PillsburyDoughboy]

I used a turkey vest for many years, and preferred the ones with a "strapped" seat where you could lean back without having a big tree to lean on. However, once Wes P convinced me to try one of the turkey lounger type seats (https://www.walmart.com/ip/MAC-Sports-T ... /171930807) , my vest went on the shelf. I carry it with a claw sling on the opposite shoulder of my slung shotgun while I am chasing birds. It balances things out, and, IMO, added little if any weight to the total system. And, it is so much more comfortable for long sits that it is worth the trouble.

For calls and other gear, I use a fanny pack with shoulder straps I got from sportsman guide. I like that system since it has some straps on top of the pack that let me secure a jacket or raincoat to keep from heating up running up and down the ridges. I do not see the model I have in their system, but this one is very close to it and has some added features that I like. I may have to check one of these out this spring: https://www.sportsmansguide.com/product ... ?a=2166015

While the system looks cumbersome, the actual weight is very close, and the increased comfort of the turkey chair and not having a hot vest when the weather heats up makes the deal a lot better for me. I don't see myself going back to a vest.

I use the turkey lounger seat at times as well but the original carrying strap broke. How did you attach the claw sling?

They make it called a gear strap . I won mine in a FB contest . Was one of the first 20 to say want . Has come in handy .

http://shop.cva.com/Quake/81000-1.asp


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[Gravey]

I used a turkey vest for many years, and preferred the ones with a "strapped" seat where you could lean back without having a big tree to lean on. However, once Wes P convinced me to try one of the turkey lounger type seats (https://www.walmart.com/ip/MAC-Sports-T ... /171930807) , my vest went on the shelf. I carry it with a claw sling on the opposite shoulder of my slung shotgun while I am chasing birds. It balances things out, and, IMO, added little if any weight to the total system. And, it is so much more comfortable for long sits that it is worth the trouble.

For calls and other gear, I use a fanny pack with shoulder straps I got from sportsman guide. I like that system since it has some straps on top of the pack that let me secure a jacket or raincoat to keep from heating up running up and down the ridges. I do not see the model I have in their system, but this one is very close to it and has some added features that I like. I may have to check one of these out this spring: https://www.sportsmansguide.com/product ... ?a=2166015

While the system looks cumbersome, the actual weight is very close, and the increased comfort of the turkey chair and not having a hot vest when the weather heats up makes the deal a lot better for me. I don't see myself going back to a vest.

I use the turkey lounger seat at times as well but the original carrying strap broke. How did you attach the claw sling?

They make it called a gear strap . I won mine in a FB contest . Was one of the first 20 to say want . Has come in handy .

http://shop.cva.com/Quake/81000-1.asp


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Perfect...thanks!

 

[PillsburyDoughboy]

I used a turkey vest for many years, and preferred the ones with a "strapped" seat where you could lean back without having a big tree to lean on. However, once Wes P convinced me to try one of the turkey lounger type seats (https://www.walmart.com/ip/MAC-Sports-T ... /171930807) , my vest went on the shelf. I carry it with a claw sling on the opposite shoulder of my slung shotgun while I am chasing birds. It balances things out, and, IMO, added little if any weight to the total system. And, it is so much more comfortable for long sits that it is worth the trouble.

For calls and other gear, I use a fanny pack with shoulder straps I got from sportsman guide. I like that system since it has some straps on top of the pack that let me secure a jacket or raincoat to keep from heating up running up and down the ridges. I do not see the model I have in their system, but this one is very close to it and has some added features that I like. I may have to check one of these out this spring: https://www.sportsmansguide.com/product ... ?a=2166015

While the system looks cumbersome, the actual weight is very close, and the increased comfort of the turkey chair and not having a hot vest when the weather heats up makes the deal a lot better for me. I don't see myself going back to a vest.

I use the turkey lounger seat at times as well but the original carrying strap broke. How did you attach the claw sling?

They make it called a gear strap . I won mine in a FB contest . Was one of the first 20 to say want . Has come in handy .

http://shop.cva.com/Quake/81000-1.asp


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Perfect...thanks!

Ur welcome ! Enjoy !




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[TNReb]

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Was looking at this one. Not sure If it is overkill or not. How heavy would that thing be with the legs on it walking for hours.

Where I hunt, I typically set up on field edges. There are no trees to lean against. I always use a vest with a kickstand.

I have (and like) the Cabelas Tactical Tatr 2. My only complaint is that it's a little too big for me. I can't strap it around my torso very tight and it moves a lot when I'm sitting down.

Last year I picked up the Alpz Outdoors Grand Slam vest. I think the straps are better th an the Tactical Tatr 2. I can tighten it up more, and I like the wan it unsnaps. It's hard to explain, but you have the option of taking it off a different way than the Tactical Tatr 2. On the other hand, the cushion on the Grand Slam is worse than the Tactical Tatr 2. For a vest this expensive, the cushion is lacking.

If you're interested in the Grand Slam, you can buy them cheaper at the NWTF convention if you're going.