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New saddle/less stress on back

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burtle

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I’m looking to get into saddle hunting this year.

Which ones don’t really put a lot of stress/pressure on one’s lower back?

I’m looking at the Cruzr xc and the tetherd ultralock. But I know there’s many more to pick from.
 
Regardless of what saddle you get make sure you also pick up a back band of some sort. Most of the major saddle companies make their own versions and they're all pretty similar. They will help your back immensely.
 
A pleated saddle, like the CGM Cobra, allows you to move the top band up to adjust where the pressure is. As mentioned, a backband really helps a lot as well.
 
burtle said:
I’m looking to get into saddle hunting this year.

Which ones don’t really put a lot of stress/pressure on one’s lower back?

I’m looking at the Cruzr xc and the tetherd ultralock. But I know there’s many more to pick from.
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Overwatch Transformer I highly recommend the Overwatch Outdoors Transformer. I have lower back problems as well. I can sit longer in that saddle than any lock-on and some climbers. I absolutely love mine. I also have their back band. I sat daylight to dark on a few hunts last year.
 
U might have 1 of these laying around already but I don't think it's more than 20 bucks for a new 1. Ive had back surgery and without back support I don't make it more than a couple hours. With this thing I able to sit comfortable much much longer. Strap on lumbar support used incorrectly, work great with saddleScreenshot_20240831-153701~2.png
 
cjr4497 said:
Overwatch Transformer I highly recommend the Overwatch Outdoors Transformer. I have lower back problems as well. I can sit longer in that saddle than any lock-on and some climbers. I absolutely love mine. I also have their back band. I sat daylight to dark on a few hunts last year.
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I agree....^^^^ First saddle I purchased after doing some online research. I reached out to Jamie (owner) and he was very prompt and responsive, even though my Overwatch was used. I hunted the '23 season with it and experienced no hip pinch or back issues.....without a back band. The two-panel design is adjustable and comfortable.....and built like a tank for durability.
 
I know exactly what you’re talking about . I had L4 through s1 fused June 13 of this year . I was cleared for all normal activities mid September. I went with a latitude lonstar . I swear to god it makes my back feel better after being in it for a couple hrs . Its the perfect arch for my back.
 
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