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Best saddle and why?

Apex7 said:
I have yet to hear anyone say that. Mine has never done that and I have 2 pleated saddles.
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I don't wear my Cruzr XC walking in (unless it is really close), so it won't bother me if this happens. Once pressure is on it in the tree, I can always move the webbing around.
 
Come to the light, the JX3 tree saddle light..............
Don't be afraid, you will sit from dark to dark very comfortably, be able to snooze when you want, no dreaded hip pinch, no back aches, you can shoot 360° around the tree.
No platform required, only a ROS, no knee pads required, no sore knees, built in pack frame for carrying all your needs.
Come to the light, the JX3 light...........
 
Bigterp said:
Your original question is subjective b/c what fits me & my preferences you may find completely uncomfortable. None of this is meant to discourage you! But you are going to need to try a few to rule them out. If I had to pick 2-3 to give you a jump, then OG kestrel, kite & TX5...... I’ve owned almost everything available with the exception of a latitude & H2. I’ll briefly list what I like best about each. You’ll get many different opinions & bc saddles fit everyone & their style differently.
Kestrel-great shape bombproof
Kite- minimalist but actually VERY comfortable
TX5- infinitely adjustable, great mix of the above 2...
Honorable mention (my Jx3 is the most comfortable saddle I own) but a different animal & not exactly what you inquired about.
In this COVID era it may be tough to get to a meet up & try all different types before buying. If you pick them up used from classifieds you can pretty much get your money back with little risk & can try a few.
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Yup...Kestrel is bombproof. if you can find one in the classifieds definitely give it a try.
 
oldsouth said:
Where can I find this Greater Carolina Hangtime?
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There a thread on here somewhere. I was talking to one of the organizers a few days ago and the plan is to meet up in Jan and plan. Last year it was in April near Charlotte. I’m sure if you search that it’ll pop up. There was a bunch of posts.


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Gen 1 Flex is the best I've tried. Yes, the pleat is like yo momma's legs, always open. Which I don't see as being significant in any way. The pleat just gives it a nice bum cupping shape. No pressure points because the fabric is not elastic which is the flaw with all mesh saddles I've tried. It's just a comfy saddle with no material flaws. But's such a personal thing, there is no right answer.
 
I have the ESS the H2 and the JX3. Haven't used the ESS much so cant really give an opinion on it yet (just got it). H2 is comfortable and the right price. I don't like the material it is made out of because its noisy is my only complaint. JX3 is comfort all the way. Its my all day hunt saddle.
 
raisins said:
Yep, it is hard to make it uncomfortable. I've run short and long bridge and tether above head and at chin, and it all works good enough, but I have found the best for me.

They have 3 sizes. I think a big part (maybe not discussed enough?) is that the saddle fits you well (that you fall well within one of their size categories). So, a saddle coming in more sizes is good. I called Chad at Cruzr and described my dimensions and he was sure of the sizing. My gut is that a lot of people don't find saddle X comfortable because it isn't the right size for them.
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Do you mind passing along your dimensions and the size he recommended?
 
Gator said:
Do you mind passing along your dimensions and the size he recommended?
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6 foot, 180 lbs first thing in morning, wear 34 inch waist jeans but they are slightly loose/have to wear a belt, men's size large clothing is usually near perfect fit

Size 2 cruzr xc was recommended and works really well
 
raisins said:
6 foot, 180 lbs first thing in morning, wear 34 inch waist jeans but they are slightly loose/have to wear a belt, men's size large clothing is usually near perfect fit

Size 2 cruzr xc was recommended and works really well
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Thanks. I'm slightly larger 6'2" 210 but 35" waist. I was leaning towards a size 2 for the Cruzr (it's next in line to try out).
 
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