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  1. wihunter50

    Finally got my first Turkey(s)!

    First archery success and first turkey success! Two firsts after 5 years of unsuccessful turkey and deer seasons. Hopefully my success continues into deer season.
  2. wihunter50

    Weather app/info preferences

    Maybe asking for the unattainable, but anyone have recommendations for a reliable weather app/source (besides the sky [emoji1]). After getting caught in a T-storm when there was no rain forecast, wondering if there are better or more reliable sources of weather info out there. I have used...
  3. wihunter50

    Saddle Death… Stay safe out there.

    This discussion seems no different than weight training. Majority of people could do a bench press safely with little training, while very few could do a 1 RM power clean from the floor safely. The latter requires learning a more complex movement and should be gradually loaded. Both are weight...
  4. wihunter50

    Saddle Death… Stay safe out there.

    I get why there’s an attempt to distinguish between saddle hunting and climbing but not sure I agree. Most/all hunters climb a tree to hunt from a saddle, so I consider that a required part of the saddle hunting process. The “bad” press has led me and many others new to the sport, which is most...
  5. wihunter50

    Saddle Hunter Demographics Survey

    For those interested, here's the final data based on 100 responses: Count YRS Hunting YRS Bow Hunting YRS Saddle Hunting BMI AGE Mean 27.9 20.6 4.7 28.6 44.2 Standard Error 1.3 1.4 0.5 0.4 1.1 Minimum 1.0 1.0 1.0 20.2 20.0 Maximum 60.0 53.0 41.0 42.6 70.0 Count 100.0 100.0 100.0...
  6. wihunter50

    Saddle Death… Stay safe out there.

    My climbing method as well. Although once at height I add a tether as my main line and leave my rappel line attached to tree and move it to my lineman’s loop. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  7. wihunter50

    Saddle Hunter Demographics Survey

    As I tell my wife, you’re not “right”, you’re just not wrong. [emoji23] Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  8. wihunter50

    Saddle Hunter Demographics Survey

    Yes, the stats support @Nutterbuster and seem to reflect the general population. I had high hopes we were all in much better shape, however, it seems we truly are old, fat, and stupid. [emoji23] Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  9. wihunter50

    Saddle Death… Stay safe out there.

    Update based on current responses (n=56): Average age = 42 (20-65) Average BMI = 29 (22-40; overweight >25, obese > 30); 30% of respondents = obese, 14% = normal Average YRS hunting = 26 (1-60) Average YRS bow hunting = 19 (1-53) Average YRS saddle hunting = 4.4 (1-20); 66% less than 5 yrs %...
  10. wihunter50

    Saddle Hunter Demographics Survey

    Update based on current responses (n=56): Average age = 42 (20-65) Average BMI = 29 (22-40; overweight >25, obese > 30); 30% of respondents = obese, 14% = normal Average YRS hunting = 26 (1-60) Average YRS bow hunting = 19 (1-53) Average YRS saddle hunting = 4.4 (1-20); 66% less than 5 yrs %...
  11. wihunter50

    Saddle Death… Stay safe out there.

    There are a couple flaws in your post: 1. you are equating saddle size to a classification system using height and weight to calculate body mass, and 2. saddle size will be larger than actual waist size since it will be worn over multiple layers of clothing. Based on a normal distribution we...
  12. wihunter50

    Saddle Hunter Demographics Survey

    If you had an injury requiring medical attention you will get another question asking type of injury/injuries. [emoji106] Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  13. wihunter50

    Saddle Hunter Demographics Survey

    Recent thread about saddle hunter death go me thinking about demographics, climbing methods, and injury. Here is a completely anonymous survey I put together: https://carrollu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_ePBBLixfyagSBPU . I will share the results once I have a representative sample.
  14. wihunter50

    Saddle Death… Stay safe out there.

    This thread got me thinking about demographics, climbing methods, and injury. Here is a completely anonymous survey I put together: https://carrollu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_ePBBLixfyagSBPU. I will share the results once I have a representative sample.
  15. wihunter50

    What did you do today that’s related to saddle hunting?

    Any tips?
  16. wihunter50

    Saddle Death… Stay safe out there.

    Assuming this is meant somewhat as a joke, but I would argue saddle hunters are more likely to fall into the 1/3-2/3 of the population that are not obese/overweight. Also would argue the average age of bowhunters vs all hunters is lower, although I am over the age of 40. Finally, I doubt the...
  17. wihunter50

    Madrock safeguard safety?

    Rappelled tonight using a hollowblock and ensuring off hand is creating tension. Descent was smooth and controlled. Thanks for all the responses it definitely has made me more confident as I get ready to go out for my first sit of the year.
  18. wihunter50

    What did you do today that’s related to saddle hunting?

    One last practice climb before first sit of the season. Second year with compound bow and saddle hunting, first year one sticking and rappelling, and hoping for my first bow deer & saddle deer.
  19. wihunter50

    Madrock safeguard safety?

    @GravityTension I agree completely. Have messed around with using/not using hollow block. Will be using here on out. @MNFarmHunter I was thinking it probably had something to do with my off hand. I definitely have not been focused on that as much as device hand. Thanks. Sent from my iPhone...
  20. wihunter50

    Madrock safeguard safety?

    New to rappelling this year. Had two recent practice sessions where the rope didn’t seem to release slowly, but instead suddenly let go for a rather quick descent. It was as if the rope was “stuck” then let loose as I opened the device further. Even after releasing the lever it did not stop my...
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