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I've had a lot of requests and questions about how we like these new Terrain archer hunting blind, aka Terrain archer 5-sided bow hunting blind. Join me as I take you from start to finish on the setup of this blind, to some real world hunting from it in blistering cold, 30 mph winds and rain and snow! This is a complete and thorough review of this Terrain archer blind. Please LIKE this video and subscribe to follow all of our land management projects, deer habitat projects, watering holes, tractor projects, excavator projects, and more country living adventures. Kapper Outdoors, living the dream, one acre act a time. You can buy custom Kapper Outdoors hand lathed and hand made duck calls, turkey slate calls, diaphram calls, grunt calls and t shirts at: www.cataclysmc...
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[@jayorsilentbob8334]

We have Hughes Blinds that are almost identical to this blind on our property. So far we have 4 of them up and just bought 3 more. We used two by fours to frame up the insides and they hold their shape great. In the winter we do put braces in them to help with heavy snow loads if we aren't hunting in them. We have been using them for several years and not had any big problems. The windows do leak a little with rain, but I have heard the 3,000 dollar blinds have leaking windows as well. Great budget friendly blind.

[@kapperoutdoors]

Good call on the framing it really helps a lot! We don't have much snow here, but glad you are getting out in the field on a decent budget!! I've had both the expensive and more affordable ones. As long as it gets you out in the field!

[@CharleyThePlumber]

I purchased a blind very similar to this from Menards. It's a Booners blind and was around 600. I did some things inside though that helped keep the form of it. I built a rest throughout the inside with a 2x4's that keep the shape

[@kapperoutdoors]

Yeah that is really what's needed for these cheaper blinds but I imagine once you do that they can work quite well..?

[@SynteconlineAuSupplements]

Love it! Very durable and well made

[@louis.g7647]

I feel like you could use silicone when putting the whole thing together along all the seams or weather striping foam to keep it more waterproof

[@kapperoutdoors]

Probably could or foam. If you put some framing inside and sealed it, it was a good blind for the $$

[@pbarnes3041]

I just ordered a 5 sided unit branded Terrain for 79 dollars off a Facebook promo. Will see what shape it is when gets here but I literally am going to use it as an outhouse at a primitive campground. Put a toilet seat on a bucket and pack the poop out in a plastic bag iall for less than 150 investment. It’s not the same unit as here only has higher small windows but fine for my use. Will fab up a little ground pedestal to sit it all on hopefully can screw it down somehow. Like I said will see what I get for 79 bucks.

[@vicentesalinas8259]

Keep me posted on the quality

[@johnmolloy7177]

hi kapper a swival chair will do the trick to turn around if needs be mate...john uk..

[@kapperoutdoors]

Yes, you are right! I have used office chairs in all of my blinds, they work great! Thanks bud.

[@zacharygray2117]

Did you ever decide to add more 2x4’s for bracing on the inside? I bought The Range blind, which is the same thing but with only horizontal windows, and I was thinking about framing the inside on bottom, and then going up from the corners with verticals to another 2x4 frame just below the windows. Do you think that would give it more stability or just be a waste of time and money?

[@SouthernEngineering]

It seems well designed, now install a chemical toilet and you would have the first high rise outhouse. 🤣 Sorry Kap, I couldn't resist.

[@louielopez1638]

Or join the mile high club in it...JK...👍😀😎👌

[@SouthernEngineering]

@@louielopez1638 🤣

[@kapperoutdoors]

HEY WAIT!!! You could actually cut a hole in the bottom for your seat, and then when you want to leave the blind at night without the deer seeing you, just drop a load and scare them off!!!! LMAO, man, that is funny!!!!!!!

[@SouthernEngineering]

🤣

[@tobybowyer6571]

I have just the regular terrain blind. Not the archery one. I used spray foam and air conditioner window seal around the door. Sealed it up very well. Mounted it to a trailer and it works great!

[@kapperoutdoors]

That is an awesome plan! I liked the blind and window layout, but it needed more help being sturdy! Bet your's is sweeeet!

[@kyates98]

Thanks for the video. Its exactly what I'm going try and build. Did you end up putting spray foam insulation in the gaps?

[@kapperoutdoors]

No, ended up selling the property. That blind would need more support if were out in the open where there could be high winds. Good luck

[@SailorAllan]

interesting--I have run into this sort of thing before,,if the manufacturer had just put a little more work into an item, it would be great. so , as you said, you can do a better job of fastening the blind to the base, you could insulate it to make it dryer , you add your own curtains .NOW , can you add a couple of small hinges on the long windows to make them close better ? your just dealing with plastic, so it seems you could...you shouldn't HAVE to, but to make a product function........

[@kapperoutdoors]

lol, all so true! A little more 'real world' product testing! You'd have to be careful with the windows for sure, but yeah, you sure could fix this thing up and make it twice as good! Then it would be a really great setup for the cost.

[@SailorAllan]

I just remembered what I forgot to type before---how many times have any of us bought something and said to ourselves , "hey-I would have gladly spent ( $1.00 or $10.00 ) more for this had the maker just spent that on some bit of hardware / design / planning / INSTRUCTIONS / OR some such , and this product would be great ! c'mon !

[@cjbaxa5191]

I bought and set up this blind in an elevated position a couple years ago. I have the same problem with the smoothness of the vertical bow windows opening and closing due to each panel sagging somewhat causing the window to bow. I added two steel shelving tracks to each panel to try to reinforce and straighten each panel. This helped a little, but the vertical windows still tend to stick. The horizontal gun/xbow windows open and close very smooth and quietly. Not a bad blind overall, but definitely not watertight as you stated in the video. Plenty of room for myself and even enough room to bring my 11 year old daughter with as well. I've also used a my Mr. Heater Buddy Heater in the blind which works really well on cold days. Overall, not a terrible blind, but not sure if i would ever purchase a second one.

[@kapperoutdoors]

yeah, agreed. But for the cost it is about the cheapest you can get to get out of the weather, so with that in mind, its not all bad. Thanks.

[@richardbohlingsr3490]

Nice review. What you say seems reasonable and the cost seem ok as well. It's definitely set up for right handers and some bracing should help longevity.

[@kapperoutdoors]

yes sir, for a 'purchase' blind I do think it is OK, and with a little sealer and supports it could be a real good deal. Thanks.

[@faihasan2020]

hey buddy, I want to build somehting in florida. How to do it myself or with a little help from handyman

[@chrisao1987]

Put 2x2 up the walls and frame around the dome and it will be solid as a rock.

[@travissmith-wz5nc]

Did it come with a floor or u make that? I almost bought 1 yesterday

[@troygillis3499]

They need to sell them for 199.99 then they will own the market!!!!!

[@ernestodelao1601]

Waterleaks, windows dont close, hinges brake, flimsy. Geez im lookn try to make a good economic descision here, but ill pass hopefully something better out there.

[@kapperoutdoors]

yeah 'economy' and 'quality' usually don't mesh well together! Good luck.

[@sirwilliam7988]

The snow on the floor was a deal breaker for me. Of course, I’m in Texas. No fear of snow, but we get plenty rain. Being cold and wet doesn’t mix well for me. Thanks for the review though.

[@kapperoutdoors]

lol I don't blame you! But had it been framed with some lumber I think it would have been much better. Thanks

[@4shink]

Interesting and candid review. I installed a Hughes "Intruder" blind on a stick built stand. Blind plus freight was about $850. The footprint is 48 x 48 inches with 3 arched window on front and both sides...made from ridged thermoformed plastic material. Mine is located in a tree protected area but still have similar issues with water/snow leakage through walls. Big problem is the roof that is not stressed to accept heavy snow loads and must be supported with 2x4 over the winter...located in extreme northern Wisconsin. I will look into the suggested Rubbermaid shed conversion...good idea

[@kapperoutdoors]

Yeah you definitely need something sturdy for snow up in northern Wisconsin! Good luck

[@michaelbass6176]

The next blind tower i have pland is a 8x8 20 high all wood with a big comfortable office chair and wifi lol with a wood stove for coffie .

[@kapperoutdoors]

That sounds like the one I want! lol!

[@kc8rbk73]

What a difference a couple years makes. I was just looking at one of these at dunhams for $899. I wonder if there have been any design improvements in the last 5 years 🤔

[@kapperoutdoors]

Yeah the pricing on everything is bonkers!! Best of luck though. I'd definitely reinforce any cheaper one that I buy.

[@kc8rbk73]

@kapperoutdoors I just talked to some Amish today who offered to build me a 6x6 wood/metal with windows and a door for $750. At that price a flimsy plastic blind isn't as attractive...

[@kapperoutdoors]

@@kc8rbk73 Oh heck yeah man! I wish I could find someone like that close by our MO farm!! Can't go wrong with that setup! Buy em up!! lol

[@kc8rbk73]

@kapperoutdoors These guys are about an hour and a half away but that's the best deal I've found arouns here. For what they're getting for blinds here around the Michigan capital it might be worth buying a bunch of them and flipping. They're selling a 5x5 for $600. There's a place maybe 5 miles from me that is selling an octagon for $1300 with no windows. Their square 6x6 is 1k also with no windows. I am planning on building a 5' platform to put it on to get me off the ground. I have a nearly endless supply of untreated lumber from work but I think treated will last better.

[@garyvangelderen5759]

When you buy junk you have junk ,no satisfaction and no pride in it

[@kapperoutdoors]

And so it goes in life...

[@daman4811]

Camouflage military net with realtree or mossyoak

[@kapperoutdoors]

Yep that sure might help for camo! Thanks

[@WhiskeyKing813]

It seems like it would be a good blind with a can of spray foam, some calk, and a can of flex seal.

[@kapperoutdoors]

Yeah, probably right, an even layer on the window frames might work. But sure would make it better!

[@Chris.B1111]

If you don't mind spending 500 to just under 1k might as well build one out of wood. Could have a mini cabin for that much. I would save yourself some money on treated lumber for that platform and harvest trees from your property. I priced out treated timbers at 16ft long and they are each $50ish. That's $200 just to have 4 posts in the ground. I know weight is an issue if you want to move the blind but most box blinds are permanent.

[@207Koopa]

ruff ruff

[@ChipsOutdoorChannel]

It kinda reminds me of a porta potty. Hopefully it lasts the test of time!

[@kapperoutdoors]

lol, yep, it sure could double for that! And lots of nice windows to open for much needed fresh air when you're on the throne!!! But I don't think it could be a 'two holer' ..... Just a 'one holer!' lmao :)

[@mike8818]

I work for the company, funny thing is we make porty pottys too! Haha

[@garyvangelderen5759]

With the tower that you built you should have kept going and building your own stand it would have been a 10, I'm sure ,when you got done .with it you could use this stand for kindling while you're building it to stay warm. But thank you so much for the review you are honest on the review and you made up my mind not to buy one.

[@kapperoutdoors]

Just keeping it real, thank you. It's always a challenge to try to balance saving cash with blinds like this because they are not cheap! Thank you

[@tjhoss6729]

Seems like you get what you paid for Sings again...

[@kapperoutdoors]

yeah can't really dispute that! But hey, especially these days we are all trying to save some cash wherever we can!

[@tjhoss6729]

@@kapperoutdoors And that's even going a little too far. The world's out of control, that's for sure..... I remember as a young boy my dad purchased a 1972 Ford Bronco, Explorer package. It was $ 3,500 I believe he was making $17 an hour as a machinist at the Southern Pacific Railroad. To go from From that price to 50000 Is demonic.... Like Jesus said, Satan is the God of this age. We are living in a time where evil is called good and good is called evil...... The only way anyone is truly blessed Is if we know and understand why Jesus was cursed. For heaven and Earth are passing away the God's word Stands forever! God bless I hope you get a big one😊

[@mike8818]

Hate to break it to ya'll but the windows are no longer installed from the factory. I work at the placs that mskes them.

[@theblocksharpener]

My long windows don't work? any one else having that problem? My widow are warped at bottom? Is that how they are?

[@kapperoutdoors]

I don't recall any being warped? I don't have these blinds any more, sorry, but good luck, thanks.

[@billybriggs514]

Where can I buy a terrain bow blind

[@kapperoutdoors]

I think tractor supply co maybe? Otherwise independent dealers. Best of luck thanks

[@beauwang4375]

need to use steel frame

[@davidjohnston9817]

Would be mad if we're me the floor will rot then carpet come on dude that socks a fatone

[@Mallard5plus1Farmhouse]

Thanks for doing this review Kap. I was thinking about one of these but Im glad you pointed out all the problems. Im going to keep looking. Thanks again!

[@kapperoutdoors]

Roger that, glad I could help, good luck. If there was more cash to go around, the decisions would be easy wouldn't they?? lol smh...

[@markporath6780]

How much rain is coming in from windows opposed to coming in from the oversized platform. Been looking at them

[@MrME8546]

I just purchased the range blind and I’m looking to build a tower for it. Can you tell me the deck specs so I don’t go to big or to small?

[@802louis]

Thanks for sharing doesn’t look like the thing I don’t want to buy it it’s pretty cold up where I am and when you want something that is a little more insulated

[@kapperoutdoors]

Well its a budget blind. But a guy could insulate it easy enough. Good luck, thanks.

[@bailey4557]

I wonder if you can put L iron on the uppers and lowers. I will get a few for sure

[@houndsmanone4563]

Great review Kap. I am interested in one of these and I think I'd like one without bow windows. Yep, I see what you mean about construction. you're right about price comparison. I looked at numerous and they want a whole lot more from other companies. I looked this box blind up on the internet and there's a sale form a place called "Blain's Farm and Fleet". $794 w/ S/H for my zip code. Blair's Farm and Fleet also has hunting blinds without the long bow windows and it's called "The Terrain Range Hunting Blind" . Currently OUT of STOCK and cost $506 (prior to S/H). Looks like you put a heater in your blind. Love the review. Later Kap. Say hey to Mrs Kap.

[@kapperoutdoors]

Thanks bud. I never used a heater, and I don't believe my guy did either. Yeah, the one without the bow windows would be just fine! The only issue is the size, if it gets smaller than this one? Good luck, seal it up and you should enjoy it! SF

[@l-a-r-k-y-y6048]

How is it holding up??

[@kapperoutdoors]

I would think just fine, but I sold that property a few years back so I can't say for sure. But if you reinforce it, it is really a good budget blind! Thanks

[@roberttaylor8261]

I bought 3 of these 4-5 yrs ago. The square ones. The windows leak when rains an floor is all soaked an when heat in Up of Michigan they condensate bad! The ice builds up on roof an in Spring the roof caved in inverted it? Don’t Waist Money! I Put Furring strips in all corners an all way around top to support!I put 8” eyebrows over all windows to help rain water an snow to run off!

[@kapperoutdoors]

I think I did a follow up on this after the season, and yeah it did not fare too well either! But it is definitley a 'budget' blind, that can at least get someone out of the wind, rain and snow. You can buy 4 of these for the price of a better blind. Just food for thought on that aspect anyway. Thanks

[@ryanklein6163]

I found a deal on this blind without the bow windows so, I went ahead and purchased it. I’m looking to build a platform now. Your platform looked to be a perfect size. What are the dimensions on it? I appreciate you posting this for us, very informative.

[@rockysmart6406]

Again, NO FLOOR !! Making it MORE flimsy. No thanks. make my own.

[@MySliceOfHeavenoutdoors]

Liked and shaared on my facebook page for you Kapper. Maybe that review will help someone else who is looking to buy a blind.

[@kapperoutdoors]

Thanks Joey I appreciate it and I hope so too!

[@captainjoesanglingadventur4894]

As far as the bottom, could you screw some 2×2's to the bottom and run cross joyst if you will then screw some Fence Boards to make the floor. Would that give you a more square if you will floor design?

[@kapperoutdoors]

I suppose if the 2x2's were equal length and you somehow secured them together that should help it I'd say. If it was more sturdy it could be a good blind. thanks.

[@betterthanyesterday3912]

Thank you for doing this video. I just received a Farm/Fleet flyer in the mail featuring this blind, and I was on the fence about it. Now I'll pass. Thanks for helping me save the money!

[@kapperoutdoors]

You're welcome. But honestly, if you reinforced this blind it would be pretty nice. Take car e

[@gnom3_tb141]

Almost 3 years later, still using this blind? If so. How is it holding up?

[@kapperoutdoors]

Don't know how it held up after this, we sold that property.

[@garrytalley8009]

You were very generous with your review. I thought it was a good and honest one. Personally I got a Muddy Bull but with metal 10' stand they run about $3,000. It's a lot of money but it is a blind that will most likely outlast me. Thanks for your honest review it was very informative and makes me happy I got my Muddy Bull.

[@kapperoutdoors]

Thanks man yes I know what you mean I have several Banks blinds that are the good ones with steel towers and man those things are like the Taj Mahal LOL. But this was just a cheap one to try to get by. Thanks

[@ELIRAXPRT]

I've been wanting one like this for years but I'd be disappointed if I paid for that. I'd rather build one if it was going to cost that much. I'm not impressed . Thanks for the review

[@kapperoutdoors]

your welcome. Yeah, it seems you don't get much bang for the buck anymore with costs so high these days. Getting crazy... The good ones are a couple grand!

[@kevinr5187]

May consider rubber horse trailer mat for floor, instead of 2x4.

[@kapperoutdoors]

Definitely a good idea! Thanks

[@rafterbbuilders6896]

I’m looking to build my own soon and wanted to add bow windows. Do you have any suggestions on the size for those windows? I’ve never bow hunted from a box build. Also what size for a two person would you consider?

[@kapperoutdoors]

When I built my own they were minimum of 6'x6' with a 6' 6" ceiling so you could draw a bow in them. My best thought is to sit on a chair and have your bow and pretend to aim downward and make the windows low enough so that you can shoot over the bottom. Usually 12" to 18" height is good. I've used old house/garage windows and slide them sideways. Build each wall separate and then you can haul them up one at a time. Just be sure to have extra room on the deck (like 8' x8' is nice) so you don't fall off putting it together up there! Good luck! Holler if you get one built!

[@douglashingsbergen4304]

I have had wooden blinds which are heavy and prone to weather issues (high winds and water damage that I have replaced with much a cheaper and weatherproof option. Rubbermaid and Suncast vinyl 7'x7' sheds double walled and more sturdy. Cut your window slots of choice and put 1x4 wood frames inside and out, wood shims inside the the inner and outer walls for support, spray foam the gaps and install deerview windows. The sheds on sale prices around $450, windows a little over a hundred bucks. These are my condo blinds and easily accommodate 2 and 3 hunters. Great for the grandkids.

[@kapperoutdoors]

Awesome idea man I bet it works very well for you! Thanks

[@R22VAUGHT]

I just bought the 7x7 big Max Rubbermaid shed and converting it to a blind. The Original Deer Window Blind Co. have my windows on the way in 2 days custom built.

[@bobpaterson1845]

Nice honest review of the blind 🤔 yeh ur gear gonna get wet if u leave it there but wud think u wud carry ur kit with u 😊 are u able to run a rubber seal round the windows like the type of deal that goes round car doors etc, good video thanks 💪

[@kapperoutdoors]

Thanks. Yeah, I think some sealer might work around the windows, which would really help a lot! Appreciate it.

[@bretts1]

Great video and some funny comments. I have got to ask, since no one else will. Was there a reason you could not of pushed blind back further on stand, so there would be like a landing to have room to put your gear and open door rather than being on top of ladder or squeezed on little landing to open door? I have never seen you open door from outside, but it looks like it really close to ladder? Just Curious?

[@kapperoutdoors]

I usually center them only to have room on the outside in case we need to stand out there to attach blind to floor. Also, I try to make them without a landing so you walk straight in from the top step, but a person could do it either way, a 'landing' sure could work too. thanks

[@bretts1]

Kapper Outdoors Thanks Joe, perfect sense, don’t know if I did not ask!

[@johnstobbscpa8081]

is this in ILL or your new place? I really like this concept.

[@kapperoutdoors]

This was on an IL farm, but we have sold this one. Good luck

[@gordo4559]

Thanks for the real world review Kapper

[@ccpirogue]

Thanks for the review I enjoyed the footage and details.

[@kapperoutdoors]

Thank you and best of luck!

[@michaelbass6176]

500 in lumber and some used window work good to and cheaper.

[@kapperoutdoors]

Been there, done that too... The problem with that is the sheer weight of getting the walls up top, unless you try to build it all up there, which is no easy task at all! No room on the platform to stand outside the walls when you build it. But it would be much nicer for sure.

[@rox6385]

I think I'll pass, like my 2 Bank's Blinds and 1Muddy blind, no issues like this one.

[@kapperoutdoors]

I agree you got some nice blinds!! I like my banks blinds also.

[@rox6385]

I thoroughly enjoy your "Kapper Outdoors". You certainly have done it right...to include your choice of service....Marines! Thank You for your time in service to our Country! I'm a retired Marine, keep up your program, really enjoy your videos, very informative for a recent new hunting landowner myself here in eastern NC! Getting lots of great tips from you. Press on, "Semper Fi" ... ROX

[@kapperoutdoors]

@@rox6385 Thank you sir, much appreciated! Life is short and we have to MAKE our dreams come true because they sure won't be handed to us! Best of luck with your new property! There is so, so much that you can do to make it better! Just sprayed my corn and milo today with urea, even after just getting out of the hospital 2 days ago! If you have not seen my recent blot clot video, it explains a lot, but also is precisely why I try to maximize each and every day! Take care bud, Semper Fi!

[@timferris8424]

Love it

[@hartleyhomesteadmichigan6041]

Great review!

[@kapperoutdoors]

Thanks man, I appreciate it!

[@hartleyhomesteadmichigan6041]

Kapper Outdoors always look forward to your posts!

[@robbobcat7286]

sounds like a piece of junk! have ever looked at some of the aluminum ice fishing shacks they look pretty good they need more window and skids need to come off just some food for thought