20XX Saddle Build

[zer0]

Problem:



The basics:
Payed it forward with my last saddle at the end of the season. 2020 Honeydew life put a new build off until crunch time.

Solution:
Open up the tub of gear building supplies and start fresh.



I ended up with a slimmer design than my last build, and was reminded how much fun it is to make pieces of kit.




Time to get an order in to @DanO for some rope, biners and more web

 

[zer0]

Started off without a flashy name for this new tree diaper, and just enough webbing to get the job done.

Cut out a seat panel and got to work




I did some layout and a test fit with hardware installed for the leg loops.



Can't say that I was a fan of the mounting arrangement, or hardware size on the leg loops. Stitching the leg loops together without the hardware got me back to that familiar feeling.

 

[zer0]

Got a hold of @DanO for the local supply.
New ropes, biners, and some tenders to give a shot.



rigged everything up, and after a few test swings in the yard at ground level, and a single step height. It was time to climb.



quick test run in the woods after work to remember step spacing and the wild edge knot, was like riding a bike!

 

[gameflogger]

Where are your crocs?

 

[zer0]

@gameflogger Tu' Che

I assure you, they were firmly in place on private land, but public testing in Michigan calls for a little more sole.