Turkey Blind Recommendation

[davem270win]

After a couple more unsuccessful hunts, I'm convinced I need a blind. It has to be man-made and preferably very portable. Also, I'd like to sit 'regular' not squat or sit on or near the ground. Can anyone recommend something that works for them? That doesn't require a wheelbarrow to haul it into the woods, an engineering degree to set up, and that gives you 360 degrees of viewing (and shooting)?

[221fireball]

I got one that folds up in a circle less than 2 foot  and 6" thick pops up in seconds and has a carrying bag with straps very very portable. I've had it a long time can't remember the name it's call a doghouse or outhouse ? Got it at wal-mart less than $100. I carry a fold out seat just the right height to look out windows. Good room for one person can squeeze two. I used it this year and got a good gobbler see post strange hunt.

[221fireball]

I just reread your post this blind dose not have 360 viewing it has 4 large windows or 4 small windows depends on how you open them.

[six_gunz]

I use an Ameristep Doghouse blind  http://www.ameristep.com/blinds/doghouse.html  I got mine when it was on sale from Cabela's or Bass Pro for $80 + shipping
It comes with a carry bag with backpack straps, it's 14lbs but I don't use the ground stakes so it eliminates weight that way (probably like 12lbs without) and I just put my (fold up) seat legs on the inside corner incase the wind catches it....you don't need to stake it down if you do this. It unfolds as fast as you can throw a blanket over your bed (unfolds in the same fashion) and folds up fast in a 2ft diameter by 2-3" thick.... has a big window on all sides or two small windows etc...
I pack this blind, my bow or a shotgun, a decoy in a carry bag and a fold up seat.....not a problem to carry all. BTW, this blind fits 2 adults comfortably and you can stand up inside of it without crouching over...if you just want one for yourself they have this blind in a smaller version and they weigh less.

[221fireball]

That is the one I have could not remember name

[six_gunz]

That is the one I have could not remember name

I was thinking we had the same one when I read your reply 

[Bowhunter57]

davem270win,
I recommend a hub-style blind, not a pop-up style. Pop-ups don't seem to last very long, due to the wear and tear of the spring steel popping the blind up. What usually happens is the material tears and/or the spring steel breaks and tears through the material.

I own a Cabelas Full Draw 5 ground blind. It has a good camo pattern, it's easy to put up/take down, comes with its' own carry bag and is very affordable at $149.99.

Oddly enough, Menards carries a simular model to the Full Draw 5 with the same Sky Line camo pattern, for $70.

Good luck with your choices!
Good hunting, Bowhunter57

[221fireball]

That may be true about pop ups but hadn't had one bad yet.I got 2 hub styles one a double bull  and one like you mention and both had hub trouble. I call Primos Hunting about the double bull and they sent me the parts to repair it out real fast. Great customer service from them. I like the db but it is a little heavy but once it's set up you can't beat it. I am sure the ones Bowhunter57 mention are OK. I like the one i had until it broke. You can get a bad one from anyone no matter the price range.