Well said! And I think most of us agree that this community was and should still be hate free. It’s great that we aren’t censoring anyone’s opinions and thoughts, but each of us has a responsibility for our own mouths and attitudes, just like we have a responsibility towards our own safety. We can all agree or disagree, that’s called freedom, but human nature and imperfection can cause us to harm others with our thoughts, speech and opinions. It becomes easier behind a keyboard. I’m not saying that anyone here on this thread has done that. It is a serious subject, with a lot of emotion. I just ask that we think before we type. I know there are older veterans to the site on here that have seen the group grow and refer to the “old days, and I for one really value their opinions and ideas, that’s why I’m here! I know that there are a lot of new guys here too, with good ideas and want to learn. I’m not writing this a a “Can’t we all get along” post, But...I want everyone to sit back and think, just for a minute about how special this site is. What separates it from main stream social media is the same HEART, that separates saddle hunting from the rest of the hunting world. Ok guys I’m done venting! It’s Friday, let’s go kill deer, and be safe doing it!!!!!!After reading through this thread I realized something. Hate is exactly like paint, any idiot can spread it.
Same to you and good luck hang safe.Time to bow out of this thread.
Final comment...
I like my preds. Fantastic products that I love...all 3, so far,(the two gen 1s and the gen 2), have not screwed me or my hunt.
I will keep the breakage issue in mind and will continue to take safety precautions.
I do wish Tethrd was a little more "on top" of this, but I don't run a business.
Somewhere in this thread, it was mentioned that there will be a trade-in/buy back type program in 2020. Well, "2020" is a long time...will it be January 2020 or next December 2020?
I completely understand that products go thru the rigors of user abuse and that crap happens with all 1st generation products in any product line. I believe they have addressed the gen 1 issues with the improvements in the gen 2s. I have 100% confidence in my gen 2.
I just wish they would address the concerns of us gen 1 users and let the customer decide what they want in order to remain satisfied.
But, hey, it's their business. They can continue to run it the way they have. I'm not sure that they are keeping their customers as top priority.
All that being said, I'm about to be on vacation until December...Entire November rut glory! I will be spending a lot of time on my Predators, both gen 1 and 2.
Good luck guys.
Be safe, be successful and satisfied with what the hunt brings your way.
What I understand is after the season they will take back the Gen 1 that way at least you have a platform to use this season and they have time to get the Gen 2 out before next season.Time to bow out of this thread.
Final comment...
I like my preds. Fantastic products that I love...all 3, so far,(the two gen 1s and the gen 2), have not screwed me or my hunt.
I will keep the breakage issue in mind and will continue to take safety precautions.
I do wish Tethrd was a little more "on top" of this, but I don't run a business.
Somewhere in this thread, it was mentioned that there will be a trade-in/buy back type program in 2020. Well, "2020" is a long time...will it be January 2020 or next December 2020?
I completely understand that products go thru the rigors of user abuse and that crap happens with all 1st generation products in any product line. I believe they have addressed the gen 1 issues with the improvements in the gen 2s. I have 100% confidence in my gen 2.
I just wish they would address the concerns of us gen 1 users and let the customer decide what they want in order to remain satisfied.
But, hey, it's their business. They can continue to run it the way they have. I'm not sure that they are keeping their customers as top priority.
All that being said, I'm about to be on vacation until December...Entire November rut glory! I will be spending a lot of time on my Predators, both gen 1 and 2.
Good luck guys.
Be safe, be successful and satisfied with what the hunt brings your way.
A new car built by my company leaves somewhere traveling at 60 mph. The rear differential locks up. The car crashes and burns with everyone trapped inside. Now, should we initiate a recall? Take the number of vehicles in the field, A, multiply by the probable rate of failure, B, multiply by the average out-of-court settlement, C. A times B times C equals X. If X is less than the cost of a recall, we don't do one.
I'm 99% certain it's a Fight Club quote.So, I avoided commenting on this thread for the most part, but, as an engineer that designs safety products, that's not how it works. If there's a problem that affects safety that can be reasonably explained as a design or manufacturing defect (as opposed to general wear and tear), you recall it.
Hahaha, yes it is! wasnt meant to be rude at all just thought it pertained to this.I'm 99% certain it's a Fight Club quote.
The conscientious engineer pushes to, at least. Whether they make the call isn't always as clear.So, I avoided commenting on this thread for the most part, but, as an engineer that designs safety products, that's not how it works. If there's a problem that affects safety that can be reasonably explained as a design or manufacturing defect (as opposed to general wear and tear), you recall it.
How can I tell if my predator platform is a Gen1 or Gen2?
There’s a post in this thread that explains it with pictures.How can I tell if my predator platform is a Gen1 or Gen2?
Aaaaand that shows how little I watch movies.Hahaha, yes it is! wasnt meant to be rude at all just thought it pertained to this.
Oh, JFC.Well here is a new one. Can’t say I have seen this before. When setting my platform by hand yesterday I heard a pop and this is what I saw. Gen 2 platform used at least 30 times with no issues.
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Well, that particular failure is new. I'm sure the Tethrd crew will take care of you.Well here is a new one. Can’t say I have seen this before. When setting my platform by hand yesterday I heard a pop and this is what I saw. Gen 2 platform used at least 30 times with no issues.
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I really wouldn't worry about it that much.Oh, JFC.
Here we go.
Thank you for sharing. I’ll be watching, or just switch to my Lone Wolf batwing like I have been considering.