Recon review

[Nugget]

I HAD a kestrel. I HAVE a recon

X 3

The recon is half the price, half the bulk and more comfortable.

 

[ricky racer]

Dump pouches do add a little fiddle factor. I’m still thinking the comfort is worth it. I might try to figure a different way to carry my rapel rope. If that wasn’t in a dump pouch, I think it would be more manageable.

I don't wear any pouches on my saddles. If I need to stand on my platform and turn with my back to the tree for a weak side shot, I don't want pouches scraping up against the tree making noise. The only thing on my saddle is the tether, bridge and maybe my lineman's belt.

 

[Ontariofarmer]

I wondered why Jon Eberhart liked the Anderson sling.
Now I know.


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[Nugget]

I just had a visit from @Nugget to swap some Treehopper gear and he already owns a medium Recon, but he tried my small Recon. He immediately liked the fit better than the medium. And he is not a small guy, so the small may be more suitable for a lot of guys than the medium is. Mark will also offer a large, but a guy will have to be pretty big for the large to fit properly.
And as perfect as the Recon already is, I still prefer my bungee belt mod better.
Nugget liked it, too. He' gonna make one for himself.
For all day comfort, slings are the bomb. Its really hard to comprehend just how comfy they are until you hang from one for a dawn to dusk hunt.

Feel it's important to clarify why the small fits me better. As Mentioned I'm not a "small guy". (6' 2", 210ish pounds) My waist ranges between a 36 and 38. However I have no backside. I ran it all off during my 26 years in the Army. So, no junk in the trunk or hips to pinch! The medium fits however the slightly smaller small allows the bridge loops to be wider. This allows me better maneuverability and rang of motion while tethered in.

 

[Allegheny Tom]

Feel it's important to clarify why the small fits me better. As Mentioned I'm not a "small guy". (6' 2", 210ish pounds) My waist ranges between a 36 and 38. However I have no backside. I ran it all off during my 26 years in the Army. So, no junk in the trunk or hips to pinch! The medium fits however the slightly smaller small allows the bridge loops to be wider. This allows me better maneuverability and rang of motion while tethered in.

Thanks for your service.

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[kelly.jayp]

X 3

The recon is half the price, half the bulk and more comfortable.

I have both. Hands down Recon kicks it’s a$$


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[fowlskies]

I've never moved on from my Evolution (comfortable once I got it set for me). This year I think I may move on and am leaning towards the Recon (I like its packability). Although I am being indecisive with the Phantom or H2 also. I am kind of waiting to see what Tethrd comes out with for the Eberhart sling before I pull the trigger. Would you suggest the Recon over the options listed above? (Evolution vs Recon vs Phantom vs H2)

 

[Allegheny Tom]

I've never moved on from my Evolution (comfortable once I got it set for me). This year I think I may move on and am leaning towards the Recon (I like its packability). Although I am being indecisive with the Phantom or H2 also. I am kind of waiting to see what Tethrd comes out with for the Eberhart sling before I pull the trigger. Would you suggest the Recon over the options listed above? (Evolution vs Recon vs Phantom vs H2)

I doubt there is anyone on here that owns all of them AND falls into the same body type and hunting systems as you.
This is all so individual.
One thing is for sure is that slings are not like saddles. I'm not saying one style is better than the other style but they aren't the same.
I still think a sling is more comfortable than a saddle, but that's just what I like for me. You may feel differently.

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[Vtbow]

I've never moved on from my Evolution (comfortable once I got it set for me). This year I think I may move on and am leaning towards the Recon (I like its packability). Although I am being indecisive with the Phantom or H2 also. I am kind of waiting to see what Tethrd comes out with for the Eberhart sling before I pull the trigger. Would you suggest the Recon over the options listed above? (Evolution vs Recon vs Phantom vs H2)

I'VE had an evo, and a more "modern" kestrel. I would say they recon is more like the evo in that is is adjustable by section. That is what i loved about the evo. What I didn't was the bulk. Im not sure you'll find it more comfortable than the evo, but I do think you will find it comparable, and more comfortable than single section saddles. Just my $.02.

 

[boyne bowhunter]

I don't wear any pouches on my saddles. If I need to stand on my platform and turn with my back to the tree for a weak side shot, I don't want pouches scraping up against the tree making noise. The only thing on my saddle is the tether, bridge and maybe my lineman's belt.

Whew, Its good to hear someone else say that. I was beginning to think I was the only one who didn't want stuff hanging off my saddle. I keep mine clean for the exact same reason.

I carry a pack for the extra stuff and hook a dump pouch to it so my tether and lineman's are accessible.

 

[iamcorey]

I've never moved on from my Evolution (comfortable once I got it set for me). This year I think I may move on and am leaning towards the Recon (I like its packability). Although I am being indecisive with the Phantom or H2 also. I am kind of waiting to see what Tethrd comes out with for the Eberhart sling before I pull the trigger. Would you suggest the Recon over the options listed above? (Evolution vs Recon vs Phantom vs H2)

I’ve been knocking around the idea about a backup. It’s going to be either the recon or the ESS. Price will be the decider. Hoping the ESS is reasonable, but I’m not getting my hopes up.


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[Ontariofarmer]

I’ve been knocking around the idea about a backup. It’s going to be either the recon or the ESS. Price will be the decider. Hoping the ESS is reasonable, but I’m not getting my hopes up.


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I think the recon has better quality sewing than the phantom.
If tethrd doesn’t improve the sewing then the recon wins
Maybe there will be a wrapter2R soon. It may be another option.
I would wait a bit and see what happens.
The recon is very well made

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[Vtbow]

Whew, Its good to hear someone else say that. I was beginning to think I was the only one who didn't want stuff hanging off my saddle. I keep mine clean for the exact same reason.

I carry a pack for the extra stuff and hook a dump pouch to it so my tether and lineman's are accessible.

I don't either. Tether and linemans are in cargo pockets on my pants.

 

[Allegheny Tom]

Whew, Its good to hear someone else say that. I was beginning to think I was the only one who didn't want stuff hanging off my saddle. I keep mine clean for the exact same reason.

I carry a pack for the extra stuff and hook a dump pouch to it so my tether and lineman's are accessible.

Add me to that list.
No dumps on my saddle.

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[Ontariofarmer]

If I get too much stuff on a saddle it goes to my knees


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[ricky racer]

I've never moved on from my Evolution (comfortable once I got it set for me). This year I think I may move on and am leaning towards the Recon (I like its packability). Although I am being indecisive with the Phantom or H2 also. I am kind of waiting to see what Tethrd comes out with for the Eberhart sling before I pull the trigger. Would you suggest the Recon over the options listed above? (Evolution vs Recon vs Phantom vs H2)

For the money, I don't think you can beat the Recon or H2. Heck you can buy an H2 complete kit with tether, lineman's belt and biners for $230. I think the Triad Bridge makes the comfort channels on the Phantom obsolete, in my view.

The difference between that price and that of the Phantom will just about cover the cost of a platform of your choice. The Recon at $150 leaves you a lot of options too!!

 

[Ontariofarmer]

I am not sure what I like better at this point. The phantom or H2 or recon. I will tell you in December.
At the moment I know the H2 and recon are comfortable on short sits and more economical and light enough.
My guess is I will use the recon more


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[Vtbow]

I am not sure what I like better at this point. The phantom or H2 or recon. I will tell you in December.
At the moment I know the H2 and recon are comfortable on short sits and more economical and light enough.
My guess is I will use the recon more


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I'm with you. I got my recon and a guidos. Polar opposites and each fits niche perfect, but are verstile. It there was a skinny jx3, the guidos would be replaced.

 

[Ontariofarmer]

I like the Jx3 better than a guido. I will and do use it a lot. Not sure how a skinny Jx 3 will fit a 36 waist and wide shoulders
I used a flex last fall but I want a less bulky option
The flex was comfortable and well made. Just bulky. If I take bulk hunting I will take the JX 3. A pack and saddle all in one
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[Vtbow]

I like the Jx3 better than a guido. I will and do use it a lot. Not sure how a skinny Jx 3 will fit a 36 waist and wide shoulders
I used a flex last fall but I want a less bulky option

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I'm tall and narrow(32 waist) I was swimming in the jx3, but loved the features and quality. The guidos is just more streamlined to my body.