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A bow holder for a climbing treestand needs to do one thing reliably: hold the bow securely and quietly within easy reach without taking up platform space you need for footing and movement. Archery gear itself isn’t a restricted category the way firearms are, so this is an ordinary hunting-accessory roundup. The picks below are all currently sold and cover the main mounting approaches — rail-clamp, strap-on, and universal platform mounts.
| # | Product | Price | Where to buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Third Hand Ground Bow Holder | $12-$16 | Amazon · eBay |
| 2 | Summit Treestands Universal Bow Holder | $25-$26 | Amazon · eBay |
| 3 | HME Products Strap-On Bow Holder | $25-$30 | Amazon · eBay |
| 4 | Realtree EZ Hanger (23″ Multi-Purpose) | $20-$23 | Amazon · eBay |
| 5 | Muddy Universal Platform Bow Holder | $18-$22 | Amazon · eBay |
| 6 | Hawk LIMB GRIP Bow Holder | $18-$30 | Amazon · eBay |
| 7 | API Outdoors Bow Holder | $12-$14 | Amazon · eBay |
| 8 | Allen Company Treestand Bow/Crossbow Holder (5395, 20″) | $10-$20 | Amazon |
| 9 | Hunter Safety System 3-in-1 Combo | $34.95-$69.95 | Amazon |
| 10 | Gorilla Treestands Spider Bow Holder | $115 | Amazon · eBay |
The picks, in detail
Third Hand Ground Bow Holder
Widely considered close to the standard bow holder in treestand and climber setups, mountable in a variety of locations including directly on a climber’s top rail.
- Adjustable fork-style holder
- Mounts to a rail or other flat surface
- Compact, lightweight design
- Genuinely one of the most commonly recommended holders specifically for climbers among experienced hunters
- Keeps the bow out of the way of footwork while staying within easy reach
- Mounting hardware/method needs to match your specific climber’s rail profile
- Basic fork design offers less “vice”-style grip than some strap-on competitors
Summit Treestands Universal Bow Holder
A heavy-duty, rubber-coated clamp-on holder built to fit nearly any tree stand or climber without screws or tools.
- Rubber-coated metal construction
- Tool-free clamp-on mounting
- Fits a wide range of stand and climber rail profiles
- No screws or tools needed to install, so it’s easy to move between stands
- Rubber coating reduces noise and protects the bow’s finish at the contact point
- Clamp-on design needs a compatible rail or tube diameter to grip securely
- Metal construction adds a bit more weight than a simple strap-on holder
HME Products Strap-On Bow Holder
A versatile strap-mounted holder with 360-degree rotation, sold as one of HME’s core universal bow-holder options.
- 360-degree rotating fork
- Strap-on mounting, no drilling required
- Universal fit for most stand and climber frames
- Strap mounting works on frame shapes a rigid clamp can’t grip
- Full rotation lets you angle the bow exactly how you want it within reach
- Strap needs to be cinched properly to avoid slipping under the bow’s weight over a long sit
- Slightly more setup fuss than a simple clamp-on design
Realtree EZ Hanger (23″ Multi-Purpose)
A multi-purpose gear hanger from Realtree that doubles as a bow holder, sold in several sizes from a compact 7-inch mini version up to this 23-inch multi-purpose model.
- Multi-purpose design (bow, gear, accessories)
- Available in multiple sizes (7″, 13″, 23″, 34″)
- Realtree camo finish
- Multi-purpose hanger means it’s useful for more than just the bow if you need extra gear-hanging capacity on a climber
- Multiple sizes let you match the hanger to your specific platform space
- General-purpose gear hangers can be less dedicated/secure specifically for a bow than a purpose-built bow fork
- More sizes to choose from means it’s easier to accidentally order the wrong one
Muddy Universal Platform Bow Holder
A platform-mounted universal bow holder from Muddy Outdoors, designed to attach directly to a stand or climber’s platform rather than a side rail.
- Mounts directly to the stand platform
- Universal fit
- Simple fork-style bow cradle
- Platform mounting is a genuinely different approach than rail-clamp holders, useful if your climber’s rail isn’t a good clamp fit
- Established treestand-accessory brand with broad stand compatibility
- Platform mounting takes up a small amount of the standing/stepping area you have on a climber
- Less adjustable reach/angle than a rotating rail-mounted holder
Hawk LIMB GRIP Bow Holder
A U-bolt-mounted holder with a 360-degree rotating, silent-grip limb fork, rated to hold bows up to 8.5 lb.
- 360-degree rotating fork
- Silent-grip limb cradle
- U-bolt mounting, rated to 8.5 lb capacity
- Explicit 8.5 lb weight rating gives a clear, checkable spec most competitors don’t publish
- Silent-grip design is specifically built to avoid the metal-on-metal noise that can spook game
- U-bolt mounting is more permanent/involved to install than a simple strap or clamp
- Full rotation range needs to be tested against your specific climber’s clearance before relying on it
API Outdoors Bow Holder
A budget-friendly universal bow holder from API Outdoors, one of the least expensive options here for a straightforward clamp-and-hold design.
- Universal mounting
- Simple fork-style cradle
- Compact, lightweight build
- One of the cheapest holders on this list for hunters who just want basic, reliable function
- Compact size makes it easy to pack in or store between seasons
- Fewer premium features (rotation range, weight rating, silent-grip coating) than the Hawk or HME options
- Less padding/coating than some competitors, worth checking against your bow’s finish
Allen Company Treestand Bow/Crossbow Holder (5395, 20″)
Allen’s budget universal bow/crossbow holder, one of the least expensive dedicated holders here from an established hunting-accessory brand.
- 20-inch reach
- Universal bow/crossbow compatibility
- Simple strap or clamp-style mount depending on configuration
- One of the cheapest options on this list from a mainstream, widely stocked hunting brand
- Dual bow/crossbow compatibility if you switch between the two
- Basic build with fewer premium touches (rotation, silent-grip coating) than the Hawk or HME options
- Stock varies by retailer — some listings show sold out at any given time, worth checking current availability
Hunter Safety System 3-in-1 Combo
Not a dedicated bow holder alone — a multi-purpose treestand accessory combining a fully articulated 31-inch swing-arm bow holder with an umbrella mount and gun stabilizer rope. Rejected the standalone HSS Bow Holder for this list: it’s showing sold out directly on Hunter Safety System’s own site, while the 3-in-1 Combo is confirmed current.
- 31-inch articulated swing-arm bow holder, positionable for right- or left-hand shooters
- Includes umbrella mount and gun stabilizer rope in the same package
- Heavy-duty mount bracket and tree strap included
- The articulated arm gives more precise bow positioning than a fixed fork, and the extra accessories (umbrella, gun rope) add value if you use them
- From an established treestand-safety-focused brand
- Priced well above a dedicated bow-only holder because you’re paying for the umbrella and gun-stabilizer components too
- Bulkier package to carry in and set up than a simple fork-style holder if you only want the bow function
Gorilla Treestands Spider Bow Holder
A premium bow holder from treestand maker Gorilla, priced well above the budget and mid-tier options here.
- Gorilla-branded treestand accessory
- Spider-style multi-point bow cradle
- Built to match Gorilla’s own treestand/climber ecosystem
- Distinctive multi-point “spider” cradle design differs from the simple fork shape used by most other holders on this list
- From a well-known treestand manufacturer, useful if you already own a Gorilla stand
- By far the most expensive holder on this list — a real premium over the $10-30 options here
- Price premium isn’t obviously matched by a corresponding jump in core bow-holding function versus the cheaper forks
Buying tips
- Match the mounting style to your specific climber — clamp-on (Summit, API) needs a compatible rail diameter, strap-on (HME) is more forgiving of odd frame shapes, and platform-mount (Muddy) is the option if your rail itself isn’t a good fit for either.
- If noise discipline matters to your setup, look specifically for a silent-grip or rubber-coated design (Hawk LIMB GRIP, Summit Universal) over a bare metal fork.
- Check any published weight rating (like the Hawk LIMB GRIP’s 8.5 lb) against your actual bow’s weight, especially if it’s a heavier compound with a full accessory setup attached.
- If you want more than just bow storage — an umbrella mount, a gun-stabilizer rope — the HSS 3-in-1 Combo bundles those in for a real premium; if you only need the bow holder, Allen or API Outdoors do that one job for a fraction of the price.
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