tyvm for the info, looking at a trophyline too atm. other option was the xop hybrid saddleYou would need to cut the stitching and replace with appropriate buckles- Eastern Woods Outdoors has options.
Most rated options would need to be re sewn- correctly.
I owned one briefly .
Unsolicited opinion = I’d suggest you check out CGM , Wood Saddle or Recon sling these may fit your budget , are of better quality and you may then source better ropes / hitch / ascender options( durability, packability, size/weight, load spec’s)
Lots of good deals in classified section on saddles that are catch & release to try out.
Hawk will work , but require mods, have lesser quality control, are not the most comfortable stock , and hold little resale value.
The trophyline saddles and set ups are definitely a stronger more comfortable set up than Hawk in my opinion. I bought the Hawk one, and returned it 24 hours later. The ropes were the worst part of the set up besides the cam buckle leg straps. And the mechanical they send with it, is only rated to 224 lbs which I weigh more thantyvm for the info, looking at a trophyline too atm. other option was the xop hybrid saddle
Ended up just ordering the xop package deal from Midway USA for $169 that comes with their platform too. Figured if we like saddle hunting we can always upgrade next year or so. Any suggestions as to a good pack to use while saddle hunting?T
The trophyline saddles and set ups are definitely a stronger more comfortable set up than Hawk in my opinion. I bought the Hawk one, and returned it 24 hours later. The ropes were the worst part of the set up besides the cam buckle leg straps. And the mechanical they send with it, is only rated to 224 lbs which I weigh more than
I’ve heard good things about that one as well. As far as packs, I use an Easton baseball back pack lol it’s not fancy but it’s fairly priced, it has good access space and it’s well made. I’m eyeballing a mystery ranch tree house but that’s $300 I am not committed to spending yet lolEnded up just ordering the xop package deal from Midway USA for $169 that comes with their platform too. Figured if we like saddle hunting we can always upgrade next year or so. Any suggestions as to a good pack to use while saddle hunting?
I think I'm going to give the xop pack a try, it looks like I might be able to attach sticks and a platform to it and its cheap enough for my blood lolI’ve heard good things about that one as well. As far as packs, I use an Easton baseball back pack lol it’s not fancy but it’s fairly priced, it has good access space and it’s well made. I’m eyeballing a mystery ranch tree house but that’s $300 I am not committed to spending yet lol
Any suggestions as to a good pack to use while saddle hunting?