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Ape canyon outfitters saddle AAA++

Mschmeiske said:
How does the camo material feel? I believe it’s one piece correct? I think my kestrel is two different pieces sewn together and it had me curious how rugged/durable the ape canyon saddle is.
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It's one piece. The material seems noisy to me but others have said it's quiet when sitting in it. First impression is it's built like a tank. Under the weather right now but will surely be giving it a test run in the next few days.
 
DroptineKrazy said:
Ok guys. Just received my new Ape Canyon saddle and I already see something I don't like. I didn't realize the leg straps attached the way they do. Either I'm missing something or I'm going to have to thread these every time I put the saddle on or I have to leave them attached and step through them? Cutting them off is not an option as I like to wear my leg straps. Gives me a little more peace of mind. Thoughts everyone.View attachment 97152
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I leave them attached and step through them. They adjust well too but I leave everything, the waist belt and the leg straps together so there is no noise and just tighten or loosen as needed. You just move them about 45 degrees to "loosen them" enough to pull the belt/leg straps tight or loosen them. Works great IMHO.
 
woodsdog2 said:
I leave them attached and step through them. They adjust well too but I leave everything, the waist belt and the leg straps together so there is no noise and just tighten or loosen as needed. You just move them about 45 degrees to "loosen them" enough to pull the belt/leg straps tight or loosen them. Works great IMHO.
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I won't be stepping through them (especially late season) that's for sure but it doesn't look too difficult to hook them up each time. I usually wear mine quite loose and don't really adjust them much either.
 
GCTerpfan said:
I hunted out of an AH Kite for two years. Stepping through the leg straps very quickly becomes second nature and a non issue. I still occasionally step through my Cruzer leg straps and they have buckles.
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Its quite and very comfortable!
 
DroptineKrazy said:
Ok guys. Just received my new Ape Canyon saddle and I already see something I don't like. I didn't realize the leg straps attached the way they do. Either I'm missing something or I'm going to have to thread these every time I put the saddle on or I have to leave them attached and step through them? Cutting them off is not an option as I like to wear my leg straps. Gives me a little more peace of mind. Thoughts everyone.View attachment 97152
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I seem to recall a CGM video about why he uses these buckles on his saddles. Apparently they're the best option for releasing under load, if they somehow got too tight on your leg you'll always be able to release it and prevent injury. Personally, I opted for Cobra buckles when I upgraded the leg straps on my Recon, and while they're on the heavy side I've got them the way I want them.
 
Iron_llama said:
I seem to recall a CGM video about why he uses these buckles on his saddles. Apparently they're the best option for releasing under load, if they somehow got too tight on your leg you'll always be able to release it and prevent injury. Personally, I opted for Cobra buckles when I upgraded the leg straps on my Recon, and while they're on the heavy side I've got them the way I want them.
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That's the reason, yes. A lot of guys hunt alone and rescue is not imminent. I'm choosing Cobra buckles everyday of the week though.

You should always have another method of self rescue anyway. Unless you want the fire department laughing at you :)
 
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