Deer stand cushion?

[Crow Hunter]

I have a number of home made ladder stands around my property, and I carry a cushion with me when I am going to hunt one of them. I have tried a boat cushion and other things, but have not found any to be comfortable very long. Anybody have a cushion that has worked well for them? Something that is comfortable for a few hours and waterproof on the bottom? Thanks for any ideas. CH

[LightningBG]

I use a dark green foam type one I got at menards for $5

[Crow Hunter]

Lightning, I did look at those- does it work ok?

[midwesthunter]

The FatBoy lite cushion is one I picked up a few years ago. Man is that thing comfy. They are a little spendy but I think its worth it if it keeps you in your treestand longer.

It is not waterproof on the bottom though.

[mntatonka]

There's one from Gorilla that they ship with some of their stands. Air ride or something like that. I've been told they're the most comfortable cushions around

[Muthagoose]

I extend the top/platform with 3/4" plywood and bolt a folding cushioned boat seat down. Then I go as far as lag bolting a seat belt to the tree.. Dont want to fall out whlie snooring....Like the older chev seat belts..

[Crow Hunter]

The Gorilla air ride cushion appears to be no longer available. They do have a cushion called xpe that looks interesting.

[LightningBG]

Lightning, I did look at those- does it work ok?

Yeah. I have the thin one from the factory on the stands, then I carry the foam with me. It seems to work good. doesn't get matted down or anything. returns to original shape(thickness). Keeps the bum a little warmer on the chilly days. Thick enough that your tail bone isn't hitting the hard metal. No pain or soreness when getting back up (or at least, much less stiffness/soreness). Worth a shot for under $10. Can always use it for other events too (high school football, etc.)