Out on a limb platform

[BCHunter]

So this was on Instagram. Looks like there's no way you'll strap it on without a ratchet strap and there are multiple sizes.

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[Islandshooter]

So now we're back to the whole expanded metal thing? Cast beats expanded every day in my experience. Worth the extra weight.

 

[BCHunter]

So now we're back to the whole expanded metal thing? Cast beats expanded every day in my experience. Worth the extra weight.

I doubt a platform of the same size would even be lighter. If it was, the ratchet strap is still a no go for me.

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[CZMark]

I looks like you would need at least two of these to hunt.

 

[JASmith]

Got to be two different sizes! Right?

 

[Squirrels]

That looks real comfortable with that very rounded front, I'm sure my feet wouldn't slide around at all.....roll of the eyes

 

[BassBoysLLP]

Got to be two different sizes! Right?

correct.

agreed it doesnt offer much. and those cheap chinese looking welds.

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[smcchevy]

correct.

agreed it doesnt offer much. and those cheap chinese looking welds.

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I'd rather trust something I welded, and that expanded metal doesn't sit well with me, especially if those tacks start popping loose. I doubt I'd be a fan of the rounded edges either.

 

[ckossuth]

I mean.....come on....really?? We are suppose to be moving forward.

 

[DanielB89]

could be an option for presets. Surely it isn't expensive.

 

[Squirrels]

In my opinion it looks like a terrible option for anything other than a weight. Preset or not, the design is terrible.

 

[DanielB89]

There is no doubt it is lacking in a lot of areas. But, i've seen some less than stellar options for saddle hunting platforms as well. IMO, it is at least a step in the right direction. People are starting to see saddle hunting as an option. It has been quite a while since any production platform has been made.

I still can't wait to see what LW comes out with. I already warned my wife about a reintroduction of the assassin. I don't know that i'll be able to hold myself back if that's the case. haha.

 

[Islandshooter]

Yeah, I've got a brand new predator and a sweet XOP seat, so I need now is an Assassin!! Hahaha... Still waiting on my Kite!!! Cart ahead of the horse or what?!!!!

 

[BCHunter]

i've seen some less than stellar options for saddle hunting platforms as well.

Lol, I agree, glad people are trying. Hopefully they can improve the design over time.

 

[ImThere]

one of those on each side of the tree it would be like floorboards on your Harley!

nice preset option IMHO its about time people take Saddle Hunting seriously
I wouldn't be to hard on them

 

[flinginairos]

I won't sugar coat my thoughts.....that looks downright awful.

 

[DanO]

I won't sugar coat my thoughts.....that looks downright awful.

X2 - it needs a flat front to perch on while leaning. I like rounded edges as that is comfortable underfoot, but need surface area across front for two feet. Looks heavy too. Will wait for more information though, more options is a good thing.

 

[flinginairos]

X2 - it needs a flat front to perch on while leaning. I like rounded edges as that is comfortable underfoot, but need surface area across front for two feet. Looks heavy too. Will wait for more information though, more options is a good thing.

More options are for sure a good thing. I just can’t see that working very well with the rounded front like you said. It’s too narrow imo


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[ckossuth]

It looks way slippery underfoot. Especially while trying to get around to the back side.

 

[FletchDeep]

After seeing some of the responses here it makes you question why anyone would want to go through the hassle of trying to make a commercial product for saddle hunters. While yes there is an upside to picking apart designs to get the best end product, there are better ways to offer constructive criticism.

I think you all need to remember saddle hunters are a very very small portion of the hunting community and if you ever want that to change it might not be a terrible idea to be a little more receptive to companies starting to reach out with ideas.