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Posted on 8/20/20 at 8:35 pm to headedwest21
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you are setup for the hashtags with all that.
I bought that new Ravin R29X too so that’s 1 more hashtag for the insta. It’s 2020, do we hunt for anything other than instagram hashtags these days anyway??
Posted on 8/20/20 at 8:37 pm to A_bear
Ha all good my man. Hell if you are comfortable and want it, I don’t blame you at all. You ordered the phantom?
Posted on 8/20/20 at 8:44 pm to A_bear
The most important part of saddle hunting, is telling everyone you saddle hunt.
Sure there are advantages with flexibility and mobility, but it comes at a cost for comfort, and that likely means time in the woods. Anyone who says "its not that bad" is full of shite. I'm one of those guys that repel off the side of 100' columns or structures inside a plant, and at no point is it anything like sitting in a summit, or even a backless ol man climber.
Hanging from a tree relying on knots you tied, and discounted equipment is going to have to be something you're comfortable with, if the extra $200 you spend compared to your buddy makes you feel safer, do it, and don't let anyone talk you out of it.
Sure there are advantages with flexibility and mobility, but it comes at a cost for comfort, and that likely means time in the woods. Anyone who says "its not that bad" is full of shite. I'm one of those guys that repel off the side of 100' columns or structures inside a plant, and at no point is it anything like sitting in a summit, or even a backless ol man climber.
Hanging from a tree relying on knots you tied, and discounted equipment is going to have to be something you're comfortable with, if the extra $200 you spend compared to your buddy makes you feel safer, do it, and don't let anyone talk you out of it.
Posted on 8/20/20 at 8:53 pm to Citica8
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but it comes at a cost for comfort,
but it doesnt.
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Anyone who says "its not that bad" is full of shite.
but I'm not.
When I sit in a lock on all morning, it hurts my back much worse. Sitting in a saddle lets me adjust my position much easier than in lock on. I'm not saying that its for everyone and I'm also not advocating for everyone to try it. The guys that post about it constantly are annoying, but whats just as annoying is the people that shite all over them when they don't know what they are talking about. People get tired of hearing about saddles and then decide to talk about how they are not worth it.
Posted on 8/20/20 at 8:54 pm to headedwest21
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You ordered the phantom
Yeah, I figured it was worth the extra $50 over the mantis to be able to adjust it. I’ve hunted out of a summit climber forever and I sleep better in my climber than my bed lol. I just can’t see sacrificing comfort in the woods. If you can’t last all day during the rut, you're probably missing out on deer activity.
Citica, if you’ve ever rappelled off columns in plaquemine, I’ve probably met you. Y’all use ropemans when y’all rappel, right?
Posted on 8/20/20 at 9:18 pm to DieselTiger1
I'm giving my opinion on them. I've tried one out, give me a summit or a millennium all day, as long as the stand is stationary, and I'm not walking a mile. When my back hurts in a climber I stand/stretch and then sit back down. A saddle to me its like sitting in a barely more comfortable swing, like swing set swing, where my climber is more like an office chair.
I never said they aren't worth it, as I actually recommended him spending the extra money if it gave him peace of mind. If you're hunting public land, which he said he does, or moving locations with one stand every day, it makes a lot more sense than putting a lock on up everyday, or hauling a climber for miles.
I never said they aren't worth it, as I actually recommended him spending the extra money if it gave him peace of mind. If you're hunting public land, which he said he does, or moving locations with one stand every day, it makes a lot more sense than putting a lock on up everyday, or hauling a climber for miles.
Posted on 8/20/20 at 9:19 pm to A_bear
quote:I'm in operations on the other side of the river, my repelling is 99% training related for rescue teams.
Citica, if you’ve ever rappelled off columns in plaquemine, I’ve probably met you. Y’all use ropemans when y’all rappel, right?
Posted on 8/20/20 at 9:27 pm to Citica8
Like all things, to each his own. Whats comfortable for one guy wont be comfortable for the next. I dont exclusively hunt out of a saddle, but for a mobile set up, I prefer it.
In a saddle I can adjust my position much easier by just flexing my knees. I can also rotate my body a whole lot easier than I can in my millenniums. Again, it's not for everyone.
In a saddle I can adjust my position much easier by just flexing my knees. I can also rotate my body a whole lot easier than I can in my millenniums. Again, it's not for everyone.
Posted on 8/20/20 at 9:29 pm to Citica8
Well I ordered a platform too. So I could cinch my tether up and stand up on my platform and put the weight on my feet instead of my hips and butt. Typically, I get down mid day anyway if I’m not seeing anything and move to a new location for the evening. I’ll definitely report back after the season and let y’all know my thoughts. I do hunt hard and a ton during the season, given I work shift work and will be making a trip to Missouri this year. So I feel as though I could give some real world reviews on this whole saddle situation.
Posted on 8/20/20 at 9:42 pm to A_bear
The platform is a must
Posted on 8/21/20 at 12:33 pm to A_bear
One suggestion from your gear list. You don't "need" the ropemans. You can use a distel hitch and a rope tender for about $5 per rope. I like the Sterling 6mm TRC Cord and the Kong Mini figure 8.
For those not familiar with saddle hunting, one advantage that I like is that I stay tied off from ground to ground. I know you can stay tied off with other setups but there is a difference.
With a saddle there is no fall arrest potential as long as you are hanging from your tether. You can swing side to side but you won't fall. In a typical harness and tree stand setup you have to leave slack in your tie off point so there is potential for a fall arrest.
Just something to think about.
For those not familiar with saddle hunting, one advantage that I like is that I stay tied off from ground to ground. I know you can stay tied off with other setups but there is a difference.
With a saddle there is no fall arrest potential as long as you are hanging from your tether. You can swing side to side but you won't fall. In a typical harness and tree stand setup you have to leave slack in your tie off point so there is potential for a fall arrest.
Just something to think about.
Posted on 8/21/20 at 1:32 pm to reggo75
So you're on a single line and handling razor-tipped arrows? 
Posted on 8/21/20 at 1:39 pm to headedwest21
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Jesus. Well if you don’t kill anything, you are setup for the hashtags with all that.
If he is shooting the ol #creedmore then Instagram may blow up
Posted on 8/21/20 at 2:10 pm to Ron Cheramie
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creedmore
Sold it a while back. Now it’s #nosler
Posted on 8/21/20 at 2:31 pm to White Bear
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So you're on a single line and handling razor-tipped arrows?
Umm... yeah... But I mostly try to let the deer handle the razor tipped arrows.
In all seriousness, I really don't think I could cut through 9mm Sterling HTP with 3 or 4 hits from a broadhead. It would take an effort and a sawing motion to get through that stuff. When I made my tether and lineman's rope I used a razor knife and was still having trouble.
Posted on 8/21/20 at 10:39 pm to DieselTiger1
Ok. Sold. Can I just hire you to make me one for 300 bucks? I will throw in a deer hunt lol
Posted on 8/21/20 at 10:44 pm to TutHillTiger
Are they that much quieter going up? I am very comfortable in my aluminum viper but it’s not quiet going up.
Posted on 8/22/20 at 7:19 am to TutHillTiger
Wayyy quieter. I replaced all of the buckles and straps on my sticks and switched to 8mm static line. It’s stupid quiet.
When you have spots where you can preset steps or ladders, it’s pretty dang silent.
When you have spots where you can preset steps or ladders, it’s pretty dang silent.
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