ForesterDave
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Looking for light weight, quiet, comfortable Knee pads. Lots of Knee Pads on the market today! What pads are you guys using?
In before flood of Arcteryx recommendations! Ha!
I'm trying out cheapo mil surplus shop kneepads, but I'm keeping an eye out for a sale on Arcteryx as well, since everyone who gets them loves them (or won't admit to not being in love because they paid so much for them )
https://www.amazon.com/Arcteryx-Kne...1524577683&sr=8-3&keywords=arcteryx+knee+pads
In general, the product requirements tend to be buckles, not velco (quiet to put on/off and adjust). Not noisy against tree bark. Stay where you attach them. Comfortable enough to wear in so you don't have 1 more thing to put on at the tree.
The Arcteryx pads are nice if you value light weight over your wallet lol. If your wallet is more important, go with some inexpensive pads from Home Depot. I used the same pair from HD from 2009-2016. They never let me down. The tradeoff for low price was about triple the weight and bulk.
So, at the end of the day, the only thing that matters is what works for you. There are lots of good options out there. Avoid velcro. That's it.
I choose the Arcteryx option because weight and bulk really matter to me.
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Yes, grip can be a thing on some barks, in the rain, etc... but in combination with a platform or ring of steps or furniture brackets on a ratchet strap etc.. you'll probably be using your feet more to position yourself than your knees when it counts most (making a shot). I know some guys have said they wear them under their top layer. That makes sense for noise... depends what kind of kneepad you're using. Honestly, I've only had mine on the outside so far and have only done test sits since making my saddle, so I don't know what I'll like most yet.
Experiment!
Buy once, cry once.I am definitely the type of person that likes to do it right from the beginning. I learned from years of buying cheap tools, lol. You end up spending more in the long run it seems like!
Thanks G2
Buy once, cry once.
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The Arcteryx pads are nice if you value light weight over your wallet lol. If your wallet is more important, go with some inexpensive pads from Home Depot. I used the same pair from HD from 2009-2016. They never let me down. The tradeoff for low price was about triple the weight and bulk.
So, at the end of the day, the only thing that matters is what works for you. There are lots of good options out there. Avoid velcro. That's it.
I choose the Arcteryx option because weight and bulk really matter to me.
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Lighter gear usually always translates to a lighter wallet. So that's a win/win right?.......
I haven't answered because I don't know. I'm cheaping my way into this as much as possible (see sig).On that note, would a platform be the way to go? they look quite slick in G2's videos on YouTube. I would go with DIY ring of steps made out of plate 6061 aluminum or just spend the money on the platform setup. I am looking for comfort and least amount of movement to adjust for a shot.
The Arcteryx pads are nice if you value light weight over your wallet lol. If your wallet is more important, go with some inexpensive pads from Home Depot. I used the same pair from HD from 2009-2016. They never let me down. The tradeoff for low price was about triple the weight and bulk.
So, at the end of the day, the only thing that matters is what works for you. There are lots of good options out there. Avoid velcro. That's it.
I choose the Arcteryx option because weight and bulk really matter to me.
Sent from my Galaxy S8.
I use "soft knees" inserts. They fit into a pockets sewn on the knees of my uninsulated hunting pants. This way, I can layer underneath when it gets cold. I've tried a bunch of strap on knee pads and hated everything about them. Strap digging into back of leg, packing them in, putting them on, careful you don't drop one and pad shifting around on knee. Inserts are always in place, can't forget them, can't drop them and they are super lite. Oh yeah, and no strap digging into the back of my leg. You can buy work pants with the insert pockets and wear them under camo. I had Gray Wolf linens sew pockets on the knees of hunting pants that I ordered. Good luck.Looking for light weight, quiet, comfortable Knee pads. Lots of Knee Pads on the market today! What pads are you guys using?
The ultimate ultralight tactic...overpay for EVERYTHING!
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I use "soft knees" inserts. They fit into a pockets sewn on the knees of my uninsulated hunting pants. This way, I can layer underneath when it gets cold. I've tried a bunch of strap on knee pads and hated everything about them. Strap digging into back of leg, packing them in, putting them on, careful you don't drop one and pad shifting around on knee. Inserts are always in place, can't forget them, can't drop them and they are super lite. Oh yeah, and no strap digging into the back of my leg. You can buy work pants with the insert pockets and wear them under camo. I had Gray Wolf linens sew pockets on the knees of hunting pants that I ordered. Good luck.
May end up with a Saddle Hunter platform (does that thing have a real name yet?).
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Not sure about that name! It makes me think I need to wipeThe SHatform!!! (tm)
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