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  1. Dan P

    Kayak vs pirogue?

    I have a two man pirogue that I use for hunting flooded timber. It works great for that, you can get into very skinny water. But, it is definitely for still water. Mine is a Chapman, they are made in Chalmette. If you are still considering a pirogue, I would take a look at the Chapman, it's...
  2. Dan P

    Pulled the trigger on the ridge runner!

    The Ridge Runner was a game-changer for me. It's very well made and rock-solid on the tree. I've been using mine on bald cypress trees in the swamp and it doesn't budge. I also really like having the wider platform; you can stand or lean with your boots at shoulder width and it's super...
  3. Dan P

    Awesome pack for sticks or meat hauling.

    Do you have a link for this? Thanks!
  4. Dan P

    Platform Options for a New Guy

    I've been using a ring of Silent Approach Steps and I'm really happy with them. I've used them on both smooth and rough bark trees and they work equally well on both; no issues with slippage. The ratchet and strap they come with are heavy duty and you can get them very tight on the tree. I...
  5. Dan P

    ENDED - Mantis Saddle & Predator Platform Giveaway

    I'm in, thx!
  6. Dan P

    Platform Position Question

    Thanks guys, good advice. Dan
  7. Dan P

    Platform Position Question

    Where do y'all position your platform relative to the top of your climbing sticks? Do you set it just below the top step, like when using a lock-on, so that you can step down onto the platform? I'll be using Hawk Helium sticks and an Ernie platform. Thanks!
  8. Dan P

    New Mathews Triax - Love it!

    Dave, what bow sight did you put on your Triax?
  9. Dan P

    New to Saddle Hunting?

    Greg, thanks for this video. I got my Kestrel towards the end of the season so didn't get to use it much hunting. I was up at my camp this weekend to do some work and some scouting, and to mess around with my saddle. Can't wait to use it this fall when season starts! Your videos are very...
  10. Dan P

    Tree tether

    I pass the tag end thru the loop twice and then cinch it up against the tree. Works really well, even on smooth bark trees.
  11. Dan P

    Platforms

    I couldn't agree more. I just got a kit from Ernie, and he was great to work with. The kit fits the XOP platform and brackets perfectly. The instructions that Ernie includes with the kit are clear and easy to follow. I used my platform for the first time last weekend, it makes saddle hunting...
  12. Dan P

    Should work Better than a dump pouch

    Here you go -- Allegheny Surplus Outlet. Good source for anything Molle. I also picked up some Molle shoulder straps and belt for my Summit Viper climber, makes packing it in way way easier (just in case you ever use a climber)...
  13. Dan P

    Thanks!

    Check out the Molle pouches in this thread. I just got a couple and they work really well for the lineman's belt and tether. http://saddlehunter.com/community/index.php?threads/should-work-better-than-a-dump-pouch.5031/unread
  14. Dan P

    Should work Better than a dump pouch

    67elmustang, I just got them but they appear very sturdy. I bought them from Allegheny Surplus Outfitters and I think I paid about $6 for each of them. Hope this helps! Dan
  15. Dan P

    Should work Better than a dump pouch

    I just put 2 of those Molle pouches on my Kestrel. They do work great - my tether and lineman's belt fit in them perfectly. Thanks for the idea!
  16. Dan P

    Platforms

    Thanks!
  17. Dan P

    Platforms

    Ernie, do you have any kits available? Just ordered the XOP platform and brackets (and the shipping was free, if anyone is thinking about buying one). Much appreciate it! Dan
  18. Dan P

    Kestrel "break in" period

    Red, what's the benefit of using the ropeman? Does it allow one-hand use of the lineman's belt? I tried out my Kestrel for the first time yesterday at my camp. Just set up one stick and hung a few feet off the ground. I can already see I'm going to love hunting out of it! It's incredibly...
  19. Dan P

    Ameristep strap on steps

    Dan, are these still for sale? Thanks, Dan P
  20. Dan P

    New to Saddle Hunting -- A Couple of Questions

    Guys -- Thanks for all the good advice. I bought the Aero Hunter rope strap and am really happy with it. I found it easier to maneuver around the tree vs. using the strap that came with the Trophy Line saddle. I also added a 3-step aider to my bottom Buck Step, and was easily able to get to...
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