Outta Site Blind

[356]

You put some outriggers on those blind stands yet? Longer the cable the better.

Yo leave the floor open like that?

No to both. The installation, blind review, fall and repairs are covered on another thread. Here is the summary:

I used four 3’ deep auger and ratchet ties. The augers all stayed in the ground, but the blind must have rocked or shook, allowing two ties to come off, then two more bent. These were not “Harbor Friend” tie downs… but one must remember this was a hurricane force wind that took out trees, homes, barns, etc…The 2’ stakes in the picture were just to get the blind set up and were not the primary ground attachment.

When I moved the blind I went to a single auger system and changed from the “trap door” entry to traditional ladder/door entry. It has been rock solid. My other blinds are still using the four auger system. None of the blinds are in open areas anymore as I use them for both archery and rifle season. The original placement of this blind was rifle only (200 yard shots).

 

[356]

How did you modify them? Any pics?

I took out the hardware, filled the holes, flipped everything to allow the window to open up. To keep it open I use a large spring loaded paper clip on a wire.

 

[Foggy47]

^ MacGiver has nothing on you 356 ! lol. I may invert my windows in those Menards blinds too. I much prefer fold up window designs.

I bought my storm anchors on Amazon. They have different lengths. Mine have a head that you can use a socket and a battery powered impact wrench to install em. Then put on a threaded ring at the top.....to which I attached some turnbuckles (amazon) and a short lenth of junk chain I had laying around. I Then attatced to each post using lag screws....and tightened the turnbuckles. Was a relatively easy install on a hot day.

I sure like those storm anchors said here. Makes easy work out of a tough job. I think I could get by without the turnbuckles.....but this stand is in a vulnerable spot.....and keeping it tight to the ground may keep it from tipping in a high wind. Seems very secure now.

 

[Prairie Acres]

I took out the hardware, filled the holes, flipped everything to allow the window to open up. To keep it open I use a large spring loaded paper clip on a wire.

Great idea! I'll probably try this.

 

[356]

Only $439 to ship to my house... Think Im hitting the wood pile for some boards....

Bigboreblr, you cost me some money! As I reflected on the revised plans for our properties (see Land Tour thread), I realized a 4x4 would be perfect for an ambush spot. Since I can pick it up locally, the bill for the 4x4, 6' tower blind looks to be:
* $355 for the blind (after rebate);
* $120 for the lumber (treated, Menards);
* $40 for the brackets;
* $45 for the 3/4" rubber flooring (better than carpet and quieter when I drop my binos/rangefinder/thermos).
So, out the door with about 4 hours work & I'll have a hard sided blind up for under $600. I'll post some pictures as it comes together. Delivery is the 8th, and I'll pick up the lumber on Tuesday and flooring on Thursday.

SAMPLE PHOTO OF THE OUTTA SITE 4 PANEL ON A 6" TOWER FROM A RETAILER'S WEBSITE

 

[TonySoprano]

I've never owned a Redneck blind, but have stopped and looked at them many times at a local farm store. I've always considered them the Cadillac of blinds . I don't know if this is true , on another forum somebody said the fiberglass on a Redneck needs to be treated every so often with some type of coating or Preservative ? . has anyone ever heard that ?. If that's the case I'll just stick with The Sportsmans Condo brand when I get another one. The way mine is holding up I believe it'll last a lifetime and some Joker will be using it long after I'm dead and gone.

The only maintanence I do is it hit the metal base , door and window hinges with black spray paint every few years.

 

[Mibowhunter91]

I see you guys are now hunting out of these is it a giant paint to shoot out of the horizontal windows?


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[356]

I've never owned a Redneck blind, but have stopped and looked at them many times at a local farm store. I've always considered them the Cadillac of blinds . I don't know if this is true , on another forum somebody said the fiberglass on a Redneck needs to be treated every so often with some type of coating or Preservative ? . has anyone ever heard that ?. If that's the case I'll just stick with The Sportsmans Condo brand when I get another one. The way mine is holding up I believe it'll last a lifetime and some Joker will be using it long after I'm dead and gone.

The only maintanence I do is it hit the metal base , door and window hinges with black spray paint every few years.

I've hunted in a few Rednecks, and they are nice blinds. The first generation ones are now 15 years old and are still working pretty good. The gen 1 5' blind I hunted in last fall was still solid, but had the usual gen 1 issues (windows, leaking doors, minimal insulation). The owner had not done any maintenance and it was generally solid. The next day I was in a current generation Redneck 6'. In addition to improved doors and windows, I like the shelves and lighting, as we used it for a morning hunt. The windows worked great. Rednecks are built just 20 miles from our cabin property, and I know some workers at the plant. The UV protection they use has been improved, so they should not require any maintenance.

 

[TonySoprano]

I've hunted in a few Rednecks, and they are nice blinds. The first generation ones are now 15 years old and are still working pretty good. The gen 1 5' blind I hunted in last fall was still solid, but had the usual gen 1 issues (windows, leaking doors, minimal insulation). The owner had not done any maintenance and it was generally solid. The next day I was in a current generation Redneck 6'. In addition to improved doors and windows, I like the shelves and lighting, as we used it for a morning hunt. The windows worked great. Rednecks are built just 20 miles from our cabin property, and I know some workers at the plant. The UV protection they use has been improved, so they should not require any maintenance.

Sounds good, thanks for the info. In a perfect world I have spots for 2 more blinds The Redneck 4x4 solo with 10 foot platform and porch extension online is $3,429+ tax and shipping. I haven't seen the new 4x4 solo in stock at my local dealer yet. I think they usually price them around the MSRP or sometimes a little lower. I'd put that or a Sportsmans Condo on a field edge where I don't have to worry about any trees falling on it. However to tell you truthfully over there , $999.99 to $1,300 depending on the size for a Sportsmans Condo is probably the maximum I really want to spend.

That $355 blind you posted or field and stream version would make a good woods blind. A decent hard sided blind vs a pop up that should last for years , and if a tree or big limb ever fell on it and destroyed it , I wouldn't be out a fortune. If I ever get a woods blind you have me sold on that 4x4.

 

[356]

Sounds good, thanks for the info. In a perfect world I have spots for 2 more blinds The Redneck 4x4 solo with 10 foot platform and porch extension online is $3,429+ tax and shipping. I haven't seen the new 4x4 solo in stock at my local dealer yet. I think they usually price them around the MSRP or sometimes a little lower. I'd put that or a Sportsmans Condo on a field edge where I don't have to worry about any trees falling on it. However to tell you truthfully over there , $999.99 to $1,300 depending on the size for a Sportsmans Condo is probably the maximum I really want to spend.

That $355 blind you posted or field and stream version would make a good woods blind. A decent hard sided blind vs a pop up that should last for years , and if a tree or big limb ever fell on it and destroyed it , I wouldn't be out a fortune. If I ever get a woods blind you have me sold on that 4x4.

I have one 4x4, and will soon have another one out. I've hunted in the blind with my granddaughter, and it is "doable" but not idea. My son has also hunted with her in this blind many times. While, IMO, a 4x4 is a one person blind, I put two "secretary" chairs in the blind (about $25 each). Not having arms, two people can hunt from a 4x4. When hunting solo the second chair serves as a nice table.

 

[Foggy47]

I used to pick up those secretary chairs at garage sales for a few bucks. They worked fine, but the mice get after mine when used in the budget blinds. I have since sworn them off and now use all metal folding chairs. When the season rolls around I will but an old boat cushion in those stands.

I do have 4 Blinds with "executive arm chiars" in them and those even lean back for a snooze (3 Rednecks and a Banks Stump 4). Mice have not been an issue in those blinds. I do have a problem with flies in the Rednecks. Looking for solutions.....I was told that the weep holes under the windows is the issue for fly entry.

 

[356]

I see you guys are now hunting out of these is it a giant paint to shoot out of the horizontal windows?


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I have a 27" draw, so yes, it is, but it is doable for most shots. Last year I used the crossbow when in the blinds with horizontal windows. For longer guns, such as the muzzleloader, one must plan accordingly. It works fine, but if you don't plan ahead you'll be hitting chairs, etc...

 

[356]

I used to pick up those secretary chairs at garage sales for a few bucks. They worked fine, but the mice get after mine when used in the budget blinds. I have since sworn them off and now use all metal folding chairs. When the season rolls around I will but an old boat cushion in those stands.

I do have 4 Blinds with "executive arm chiars" in them and those even lean back for a snooze (3 Rednecks and a Banks Stump 4). Mice have not been an issue in those blinds. I do have a problem with flies in the Rednecks. Looking for solutions.....I was told that the weep holes under the windows is the issue for fly entry.

I spray the fabric with scotchgard, so maybe that helps. I three years I only had one chair ruined by mice, and it was a fabric chair with lots of padding from a garage sale. The ones I use now have a mess similar to what is used in ladder stands. That might be why they don't attract the mice.

 

[omicron1792]

Redneck blinds are nice. But dang they are spensive. I have a friend that put in 3 6000 blinds. That’s crazy.

 

[356]

The 4 panel Outta Site blind arrived early, so I used some time after work to begin assembling the blind and tower. With a heat index of 105, I took my time and will have to continue tomorrow. One change that is not reflected in the instructions—and which is different from the other two Outta Site blinds—is that the windows no longer are pre-installed (grrrr). I'll get to that project tomorrow.


In addition to the windows, I still have a few fasteners that are yet to be installed to finish the assembly. Once done, everything will be nice and square.


With the 4x4s installed, the blind floor will be 5 1/2' above the ground. The brackets came with lag screws, which was nice. I'll be using 3/4" thick rubber horse stall matts over the plywood to provide a quiet floor. As with my other blinds, cupholders and small shelves will be added along with some hooks for bow/crossbow and coats.

 

[Foggy47]

The 4 panel Outta Site blind arrived early, so I used some time after work to begin assembling the blind and tower. With a heat index of 105, I took my time and will have to continue tomorrow. One change that is not reflected in the instructions—and which is different from the other two Outta Site blinds—is that the windows no longer are pre-installed (grrrr). I'll get to that project tomorrow.

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In addition to the windows, I still have a few fasteners that are yet to be installed to finish the assembly. Once done, everything will be nice and square.

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With the 4x4s installed, the blind floor will be 5 1/2' above the ground. The brackets came with lag screws, which was nice. I'll be using 3/4" thick rubber horse stall matts over the plywood to provide a quiet floor. As with my other blinds, cupholders and small shelves will be added along with some hooks for bow/crossbow and coats.

One thing I have found with similar construction of these bases......is that it's hard to keep the corners from spreading a bit with some use. Thus we put some corner bracing on the inside at the juncture. I think I just use a short piece of 4x4" treated post to gusset the corners on one blind and put some long screws into the corners. Good now.

My two blinds like these are now about 8+ years old.....and in very good shape still. Mine are 8 feet high at the floor and very easy to move with long forks and my tractor. /loader.

Some of my family have said they worried about making noise when rubbing against the sidewalls in these plastic blinds. I told them....."Yeah....well dont rub against the walll". (grin). I thought about some kind of foam or carpet on the walls.....but I really dont think it's a big deal....if your careful.

 

[356]

One thing I have found with similar construction of these bases......is that it's hard to keep the corners from spreading a bit with some use. Thus we put some corner bracing on the inside at the juncture. I think I just use a short piece of 4x4" treated post to gusset the corners on one blind and put some long screws into the corners. Good now.

My two blinds like these are now about 8+ years old.....and in very good shape still. Mine are 8 feet high at the floor and very easy to move with long forks and my tractor. /loader.

Some of my family have said they worried about making noise when rubbing against the sidewalls in these plastic blinds. I told them....."Yeah....well dont rub against the walll". (grin). I thought about some kind of foam or carpet on the walls.....but I really dont think it's a big deal....if your careful.

I agree the construction is a little louder, but not a deal breaker....as you said "don't rub against the wall." I carpeted the walls of the Maverick XL using carpet squares with peel off adhesive. After one year they are in great shape and the blind is quiet and well insulated.

A couple of years ago @Tree Spud asked about blind for difficult to access locations. The Outta Site would definitely fit the bill for those situations, as with two persons they assemble in 30 minutes or so.

 

[TonySoprano]

This is the brand I have, perfect for me

 

[drycreek]

Mine is almost outa sight, but not quite.

 

[Prairie Acres]

I got one of my cheap 5-panel Outta Site blinds assembled and placed on a 5' tall platform. Assembly is easy with two people.