Still debating if this is for me

[Bowtech12]

I’ve hunted about 8 times with my saddle and another 4-6 times with dry runs

Still debating if saddle hunting is for me
I’ve hunted out of climbers and hanging for 20 years and still seem to me wanting to go back

I can see the advantages of saddle hunting but not in all situations

 

[Rico]

First season in the saddle for me. Saddles are very useful, but I'm still running preset hang-ons too. The Millennium stands are most comfortable for me.

 

[Deltahuntr]

There is no reason you can’t still use the preset hang ons and climbing stands. The saddle is great especially for its mobility but that doesn’t mean the other stands are inferior. I personally have ladders, hang ons, climbers, box stands and a saddle. They will all see use this season.

 

[rutjr]

I have Millenniums what do you have for a saddle?

 

[sb220]

once you learn how to get comfortable...youll be using your lockons for platforms

 

[Wolverinebuckman]

I can't see ever going back. This is my first season, and I'm using a DIY fleece w/ RC, and it is sooooo comfy! And I love having everything I need from my primal steps, to all my tree equipment nice and neat in a backpack. The miles I have logged with my full setup on my back, through the thickest crap imaginable, would certainly have been a no go last year with my climber.
But to each his own, the key is to use what you are most comfortable with.

 

[Tjraley2]

No lie, if (when?) I own a small property, I will hunt out of Millennium lock-ons and box blinds so long as the deer don't act too spooky or begin to avoid them. Theres nothing like walking in just carryon your weapon and a pack.

But for public land, run and gun, bounce around, get in tight to bedding and set up super quiet, super highly pressured deer, a saddle cannot be beat in my mind. I think it all just depends on the one's context. I will never be able to afford enough land not to have to worry about over hunting it. So public land will always make up part of my hunting.

 

[Rico]

I have Millenniums what do you have for a saddle?

Aero Hunter Kite

 

[Bowtech12]

Kestrel is what I have

It’s comfortable but I have a lot more “stuff” that I’m not used to in order to set up
Plus I have to reposition myself quit a bit to say comfortable

 

[catman529]

I use a saddle, lock on, climber, ladder stands, and sit on the ground too. Depends on the setup and the day and what I feel like doing


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[Mauk9800]

I guess it depends on the where you hunt. Private land I can see using lock on or ladders. But in big woods public land like I hunt a first time saddle hunter like me. It's a game changer for me. I think also even if you have pre-set stands if hot sign shows up use your saddle for a quick silent hunt. On big public land I never use a regular stand again.

 

[rutjr]

Just a thought, for those unsure people try using the saddle with the treestand instead of the safety harness.

 

[Bowtech12]

I’m going to use my hang on stand and climber

I’ll then compare what I’ve done thus far with the saddle

My setup would weigh 6 more pounds at the most because if I drop my saddle and xop platform my lone wolf assault is 11lbs

 

[Tjraley2]

Don’t forget to add the weight of your safety harness when comparing saddle to stands. My minimal muddy harness is 3lb I think.

 

[Heydeerman]

Consider the saddle as an arrow in your quiver along with your other stands. It has its place. For me because I hunt mostly public it makes sense for me.

 

[Bowtech12]

I use a black diamond RC harness
It’s a wash of the weight of my tether, ropeman and beaner

 

[Bowtech12]

Yes
I’ll still use the saddle but for the locations that are a longer walk or if I’m still hunting and want to set up on some good sign

 

[Tjraley2]

Almost included “unless you use a lightweight RC harness”. LOL!

 

[Bowtech12]

I will say I feel the safest ever in a saddle

Can’t beat it for sure

I do miss just sitting from time to time in my hunts
Especially the longer ones

My stomach muscles were pretty sore after a 4 hour saddle hunt so I was never fully relaxed into a non-engaging position

 

[Ontariofarmer]

I will say I feel the safest ever in a saddle

Can’t beat it for sure

I do miss just sitting from time to time in my hunts
Especially the longer ones

My stomach muscles were pretty sore after a 4 hour saddle hunt so I was never fully relaxed into a non-engaging position

In a longer hunt the hybrid is great. Quieter than a climber too
Easier to carry than a climber
Carries sticks well. And no need for a platform or pack
Oh and you will be fully relaxed and not moving around


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