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Post by teenhunter00 on Jul 19, 2020 16:12:04 GMT -5
I've been looking to get into saddle hunting for a while now, I tend to rotate pieces of public land based on the pressure. My question is given the fact I am a broke college student, is it worth it to save up more for one of the actual tree saddles like the ones made by tethrd or will a shall we say "fancy" climbing harness work just as well. Basically is the price worth the comfort or are they about the same?
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Post by parkerbow on Jul 19, 2020 17:17:30 GMT -5
Teenhunter,
I used a Rock climbing harness instead of the original over the shoulder harness while I am on a stand which they are great for hang on stands. But they are very uncomfortable for using as a saddle alone. I used a RCH and a home made fleece saddle for a year and it was not bad but was uncomfortable for hunts lasting more than a couple hours. I researched alot of different different saddles and ended up buying an H2 saddle. It will run you about 195.00 bucks but i could not be happier with it. I use the H2 saddle, one stick hawk Helium with an aider and then rapell down. Cannot beat it for those far away public land spots. I almost have been thinking about getting rid of most of my hang on stands and just keep a climber and my saddle.
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Post by swetz on Jul 19, 2020 18:20:10 GMT -5
Climbing harnesses are too uncomfortable to hang on alone. You can use a rock climbing harness to back up a sit drag or fleece saddle if funds are tight. Treehopper also makes a sling called the recon that is $150 that a lot of people swear by. I'm actually considering getting one. www.treehopperllc.com/shop/recon-sling/ |
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Post by steiny on Jul 20, 2020 9:13:38 GMT -5
I'd think any of those saddles would become uncomfortable in pretty short order?
Looks like a climber is a whole lot better option for someone who wants to be pretty mobile.
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Post by swetz on Jul 20, 2020 9:30:31 GMT -5
I'd think any of those saddles would become uncomfortable in pretty short order? Looks like a climber is a whole lot better option for someone who wants to be pretty mobile. I've done 11-12 hour sits in a saddle. I don't find it any more uncomfortable than a ladder stand for that duration. I haven't used a climber so I can't compare with that in terms of comfort. |
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Post by Ahawkeye on Jul 20, 2020 20:12:50 GMT -5
A climber more comfortable? Probably. More mobile? No. The saddle system is so much more versatile, I can't wait for this season I've got so many spots I'm excited to try. Some of them are in the same areas I already hunt but trees that i couldn't get a conventional stand in closer to where i want to be.
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Post by jman46151 on Jul 21, 2020 11:36:22 GMT -5
A climber more comfortable? Probably. More mobile? No. The saddle system is so much more versatile, I can't wait for this season I've got so many spots I'm excited to try. Some of them are in the same areas I already hunt but trees that i couldn't get a conventional stand in closer to where i want to be.This. I have one spot where I had deer at 40 yards but couldn't get in a tree close enough and a clear shot with my climber. |
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Post by medic22 on Jul 21, 2020 20:13:21 GMT -5
Once youve saddle hunted, you cannot comfortably call a climber "mobile".
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Post by buckert on Jul 21, 2020 21:23:14 GMT -5
I started hunting with a tethrd mantis and halk helium sticks last year. Comfort was not an issue at all. It takes a while and a lot of practice to get a setup and breakdown system going. I do feel that it’s more work setting up than a climber but once you have your routine it’s worth it especially for long hauls with less weight. I’m looking forward to my second year with this system. It’s a fun and versatile way to hunt.
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Post by duke71790 on Jul 22, 2020 17:46:22 GMT -5
I highly recommend a saddle if you hunt public. I got a tethrd mantis and the tethrd predator platform last year and never went back. As far as comfort, I find the saddle more comfortable than any of my tree stands.
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Post by welder on Jul 22, 2020 20:45:53 GMT -5
I am completely ignorant about saddles (among other things), what does a complete system weigh?
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Post by swetz on Jul 22, 2020 20:58:57 GMT -5
I am completely ignorant about saddles (among other things), what does a complete system weigh? Depends on how obsessed you are with weight savings and what tradeoffs you are willing to make. I'd say an average setup with a full set of climbing sticks and platform is probably 15lbs or so total. If you're willing to one stick climb, you can shave off quite a few pounds and get down more around 12 lbs or so. Climbing sticks are usually the heaviest part of the setup. |
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Post by lawrencecountyhunter on Jul 22, 2020 21:38:12 GMT -5
I'm sure you can get in a lot of trees with a saddle that would be impossible with a climber.
I don't like heights though. I require a solid floor below me and a cage (rail) around me. I would much rather pack some extra weight in/out, and be comfortable for an all day sit.
I am envious of the ability to get in crooked and/or heavily limbed trees though.
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