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Podium Platform

Rides pretty well on the bottom of my Full Rut pack.
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beej32 said:
Anyone tried these on bigger trees? Seems like every video I’ve seen has shown it on trees less than 12” diameter.
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I put mine on some large trees. Trees so large, I had to toss the strap behind the tree as I could not reach. The Podium was rock solid - I bounced on it from all sides and it stayed put. Very impressive, especially for the price.
 
TNSTAAFL said:
Got my Podium today. Excited to have my first official platform (have used Ameristeps and Primal plywood). At the show price of $99 I couldn't resist the temptation. Fit my goal of helping saddle industry while staying responsible to my family/budget.

As YouTube reviewers have noted it is surprisingly light for its size. It just looks like it should be heavier. My fish scale said it was 3.3 lbs with the supplied strap.

Ran out to test it on a tree. Didn't have any trouble camming it over. Very solid and super roomy. Feels like having a treestand for your feet! I didn't have my bow to practice but I moved all around simulating all the shots. I set my Muddy Pro on the backside of the tree so I could step to it to shoot easily around tree.

Set my tether low (chin) and bridge very short. So comfy to lean with a variety of foot positions. Also sat with knees (pads) against tree and found that very comfortable.

It is a little bulky to carry in, but I will work on a system of attaching it to my backpack efficiently.

The teeth really dig into the tree. Similar to how WEs dig into the bark. Not crazy about that.

Think I'm going to dig it. Pairs well with my 1-stick Muddy Pro climbing system. 6 lbs to climb to any height and have a roomy platform.

If I go back to my Stepps then I'll stick with plywood platform or pick up a Perch (especially if there is a sale!). 5-6 lbs to get 24' that way. Probably more compact and good for deeper hunts than Muddy/Podium combo.

Just figured I'd share in case others are considering it. Unless you are an extreme minimalist I think you'll be happy with it.

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TNSTAAFL said:
Rides pretty well on the bottom of my Full Rut pack.
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Same way i pack my treesuit platfirm. Love my full rut pack. Xop sells them now as the shadow I think if anyone is interested.
 
A buddy of mine grabbed up at the wisc deer and turkey expo. The camming method makes these solid as a rock on the tree. I grabbed a perch and my brother has a predator. It's right there with the predator as far as stability goes.
 
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