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Lattitude Method 2

USSHornet said:
Same path aero hinter then mantis version one back to aero hunter kestrel but that one is 4 yrs ago looking for more streamlined and this method 2 looks pretty slick but I wonder about the rope belt safety in a fall that no one ever wants to go through but you have to think about


Steve in Ky
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I wasn't sold on this either at first but short of a catastrophic failure, it isn't an issue. I can't find my notebook at the moment but I have the name of the knot written down and ended up adding a wrap to it to increase the friction.

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Latitude Method 2 Belt Mod

I know not everyone has this problem but on my Method 2, the rope belt would come loose while walking around. The knot used on the belt is an adjustable bend but as tied, does not always hold tight. What I did was untie the knot and add an additional wrap around the standing end before...
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original method owner here as well. been eyeing the 2 but the original works well so no need to upgrade just for magnets for me. i wear 36 pants, regular size works very well. (i have the austrialpin buckle on mine, but likely going to try rope bridge in the off season).

go for it, you wont be dissapointed, and should be able to resell for pretty much what you paid if you end up not liking it.
 
How well do the magnets hold up? I got the original method and the kydex clips were kinda a pain in the butt.
 
Magnets are solid. I haven't had any issues with the lower panel loosening while walking, takes a positive action to release the lower panel and goes back together easily.
 
TooheyBirdie said:
Any of u guys one stick with the method or method 2?... I'm kicking this around as well as getting either new sticks or a one stick.... I already rappel so I'm just wondering if a 2 panel saddle is compatible with both climbing methods?
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I one stick and rappel with the method 2. I have not had any issues.
 
MNFarmHunter said:
I wasn't sold on this either at first but short of a catastrophic failure, it isn't an issue. I can't find my notebook at the moment but I have the name of the knot written down and ended up adding a wrap to it to increase the friction.

Edit: Found it...

Latitude Method 2 Belt Mod

I know not everyone has this problem but on my Method 2, the rope belt would come loose while walking around. The knot used on the belt is an adjustable bend but as tied, does not always hold tight. What I did was untie the knot and add an additional wrap around the standing end before...
saddlehunter.com
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Wow …so my concern was justified …thanks for making it better!


Steve in Ky
 
I've had rope and buckles loosen while walking in. Adding the extra wrap on the rope belt fixed that. Once at height, I typically loosen my belt anyways as I find it more comfortable and the belt isn't as important once hanging from the bridge.
 
Bowtech12 said:
So is the rope belt a concern?
I’m just wondering as I’m looking at the method 2
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No. Saddles slide down on the walk in no matter the belt. I had this issue and just added suspenders. I use the method 2 and have not had a single issue with the belt being a danger while climbing, during the hunt or rappelling. In my opinion sometimes people might think a little too much, and find problems where they do not exist.

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Bowtech12 said:
So is the rope belt a concern?
I’m just wondering as I’m looking at the method 2
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I started a post asking about it and asking if anyone gad concerns with the ripe belt. While I admit my first impression was great I love that rope belt.

But then I told myself slo down what is the purpose of the belt could the rope compromise my security somehow.

Another person posted he just added another loop in the knot so once synched it won’t move but allows free movement for adjustments.

My concern was if its so great why haven’t other saddles done it unless uts a patent.

But all that to say I am good with the rope belt after thinking about it I think if it failed on me I likely have bigger issues anyway.


Steve in Ky
 
TooheyBirdie said:
I'd argue that point.. I walk in with a saddle with a metal buckle and it ALWAYS loosens up... I don't think there's concern for either to loosen while at height.
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Good point. I was just thinking about the Buckle but yea your right the strap to the buckle could loosen.


Steve in Ky
 
BruceConroy said:
No. Saddles slide down on the walk in no matter the belt. I had this issue and just added suspenders. I use the method 2 and have not had a single issue with the belt being a danger while climbing, during the hunt or rappelling. In my opinion sometimes people might think a little too much, and find problems where they do not exist.

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I was only stopping to ask myself about the rope belt because it is my life if I fall but after stopping to think I have decided its ok. Latitude says the rope belt keeps the saddle from falling on walk in.


Steve in Ky
 
It is safe, but it does not stay up for on the walk in, so suspenders it is. I wear suspenders for my pants as well, so maybe it is just me.

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