USMC5831
Active Member
Howdy fellers,
I’m one of the legions of new saddle hunters that have bum rushed this forum as of late.
I’ve been creeping around regularly for a year or so, and have finally decided to register and post.
Here is a little background on my conversion to saddle hunting.
So, I’ve gone all in on saddle hunting, bought a kestrel in April or May, along with wild edge steps. Didn’t like them much, (need more practice to keep them from slipping). Bought bullman ring of steps. They are ok, but also suck in uninsulated rubber boots. And I’m currently one of the unnamed masses patiently awaiting a predator platform.
I’ve had two hunts here in KY so far, and really like the saddle, I don’t plan to hunt in a regular tree stand this year.
I ditched the Sampson predator (stock) bridge that came with my Kestrel. I hated the bulk of the knots. I followed G2’s video on splicing Amsteel blue. Super simple, I’ve got two locked Brummells on either end with one caribeaner clipped to my kestrel.
After testing at ground level, I went higher. But I get a little uncomfortable looking at a 3/8 string dangling my life at 20+ feet up. So for both hunts and practice sessions, I left the lineman’s belt loose, and at knee/ankle level.
I want to trust the Amsteel, I love how light and non bulky it is.
Anyone else feel like this after the Amsteel mod? I hope i can learn to trust it. Maybe my hesitation stems from the fact that I SPLICED THIS ROPE! I’ve never spliced a rope, hell, I’ve never even THOUGHT about splicing a rope!
Any ideas on how I can become more comfortable with the Amsteel mod are welcome.
Lastly, I’ve been on the edge of pulling the trigger on a saddle for a couple years now. I’m glad I found this site, I’ve learned a lot of stuff from you guys on here.
Also G2 & Bobby Boswell & DIY sportsman have posted so much rookie info over on YouTube, that I feel like an expert at this junk, even though I’m a complete rookie.
Thanks to ALL of you guys for the knowledge.
Good luck this season!
I’m one of the legions of new saddle hunters that have bum rushed this forum as of late.
I’ve been creeping around regularly for a year or so, and have finally decided to register and post.
Here is a little background on my conversion to saddle hunting.
So, I’ve gone all in on saddle hunting, bought a kestrel in April or May, along with wild edge steps. Didn’t like them much, (need more practice to keep them from slipping). Bought bullman ring of steps. They are ok, but also suck in uninsulated rubber boots. And I’m currently one of the unnamed masses patiently awaiting a predator platform.
I’ve had two hunts here in KY so far, and really like the saddle, I don’t plan to hunt in a regular tree stand this year.
I ditched the Sampson predator (stock) bridge that came with my Kestrel. I hated the bulk of the knots. I followed G2’s video on splicing Amsteel blue. Super simple, I’ve got two locked Brummells on either end with one caribeaner clipped to my kestrel.
After testing at ground level, I went higher. But I get a little uncomfortable looking at a 3/8 string dangling my life at 20+ feet up. So for both hunts and practice sessions, I left the lineman’s belt loose, and at knee/ankle level.
I want to trust the Amsteel, I love how light and non bulky it is.
Anyone else feel like this after the Amsteel mod? I hope i can learn to trust it. Maybe my hesitation stems from the fact that I SPLICED THIS ROPE! I’ve never spliced a rope, hell, I’ve never even THOUGHT about splicing a rope!
Any ideas on how I can become more comfortable with the Amsteel mod are welcome.
Lastly, I’ve been on the edge of pulling the trigger on a saddle for a couple years now. I’m glad I found this site, I’ve learned a lot of stuff from you guys on here.
Also G2 & Bobby Boswell & DIY sportsman have posted so much rookie info over on YouTube, that I feel like an expert at this junk, even though I’m a complete rookie.
Thanks to ALL of you guys for the knowledge.
Good luck this season!