Leg straps

[breitna]

why are some saddles sold with and without leg straps? are they necessary?

 

[MettBriler]

It's more of a preference thing, it is not truly needed for safety, although I crank mine down for the walk in and climb then loosen them up once I'm tethered in. It seems most guys cut them off or don't use them and they aren't truly necessary for safety

 

[Phopkins]

The leg straps on my Kestrel have never bothered me. It's true if you fell you wouldn't fall out as your arms would catch you but I shudder to think of the saddle sliding that far before catching.
Maybe Kurt will chime in, he had an issue trying to get a shot off on a buck when the saddle rode way up causing a difficult shot that he almost didn't get off.
I'm not going to cut my leg straps off.

 

[Westdesign03]

I’m certainly not cutting my leg straps off either. I had the option of ordering my saddle with or without straps and opted for the straps. Though I’m getting used to the normal hunting height, I’m still not a fan of heights in general and the leg straps make me feel a lot better. They’re a necessity in my mind.


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[robstewart]

I use a rock climbing harness and the leg strap is where I have attached a prusik loop to act as a backup when rappelling. I imagine if you are a rappeller and buying a saddle this would also apply.


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