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Hammock Technology for Saddle Hunting
- Thread starter jbogg
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Thinking about taking this further by using a short runner or dogbone around the back of the tree, run the linesman through the loops and eliminate the caribiner and main tether. Tree squeeze for climbing and tether all in one. I hate having a tether and linesman to carry. Before someone mentions it, I do not climb trees of extreme diameter variation, so one size would fit all for my use.
John H.
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I like the idea and willingness to contribute to solving issues; GREAT THINKING - Keep it up @jbogg. Also - nice work with the varied bridge attachment @beenhunting . Keep bringing your thoughts forward!
Did anyone find any other previously related threads for research?
Did anyone find any other previously related threads for research?
This is my current saddle setup. Similar idea of what you are talking about I think, it has been working great for me. By far the most comfortable saddle I have used. I have a 3/8 diameter aluminum rod sewn into those pieces of webbing you see near my loops. It stops my saddle from "bunching" and provides me a more even spread of the load along my hips. Pete
That’s an interesting approach. Looks good. The spreader bar I envisioned would actually be in front of the hunter and would spread the saddle just slightly where both ends of the bridge meet the saddle.
I feel that would work best for sitters. Although a leaner could implement the same idea but have to locate the spreader arm higher up the bridge. I think the higher up the bridge would cause interference with the shoot for archery. I think a notched 1"x1" hardwood board cut to length to fit the width of your hips would suffice.
I can't seem to find anything in a search; not sure what keywords to use - any help from some previous knowledge out there?!
I can't seem to find anything in a search; not sure what keywords to use - any help from some previous knowledge out there?!
Found a thread from a ways back; but not a lot of detail, may spark some other thoughts or memories:
https://saddlehunter.com/community/index.php?threads/fat-guy-spreader.773/#post-7503
https://saddlehunter.com/community/index.php?threads/fat-guy-spreader.773/#post-7503
Wow! That’s pretty much exactly what I envisioned. I would not bend the bar as shown in the pic, but if it works so be it. It would be simple to cut down a straight piece of hickory an inch in diameter approx 1 - 2” longer than one’s hips are wide and cut a notch in both ends and then wedge it between the two ends of the bridge to see if it relieves any pressure. I’d be curious to hear from the guys on that earlier thread. Looks great!
yep - might work; here is another thought:
https://saddlehunter.com/community/index.php?threads/sit-drag-x-2.1199/page-4
2 PVC tee's which accept a spreader.
https://saddlehunter.com/community/index.php?threads/sit-drag-x-2.1199/page-4
2 PVC tee's which accept a spreader.
I think you are better off using the existing adjustments (tether length, bridge length, even bridge position on the loops) than using a spreader bar. For me, one of the key advantages to the saddle is the fit of the saddle and how that saddle "wrap" and contact aid in rotating from side to side, as well as keeping the saddle in place once you do get the right adjustments. By introducing a spreader bar, you are removing some of that "wrap" , risking rotating within the saddle. Then you will start needing to re-adjust, preposition, and will certainly see more riding up or down.
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