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Trophyline Saddle Kit

Vtbow

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Haha I'm a fool - I just assumed mine didn't have a belt, it never occurred to me that was the design premise.
HAHAHA :) its all good, just giving you crap. Now if you sold it becuase you thought it didnt have a belt and it was annoying....
 

kyler1945

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HAHAHA :) its all good, just giving you crap. Now if you sold it becuase you thought it didnt have a belt and it was annoying....

Nah, I sold it because I could fit me and another 200lb person in it. I really like the kestrel I have - but I could be convinced to swap to this new rig if any of its distinguishing features set it apart. So far the kite flex and mantis have failed to be different enough In a good way to make sense.

I need to sell more saddles...
 

Vtbow

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Nah, I sold it because I could fit me and another 200lb person in it. I really like the kestrel I have - but I could be convinced to swap to this new rig if any of its distinguishing features set it apart. So far the kite flex and mantis have failed to be different enough In a good way to make sense.

I need to sell more saddles...
The new TL is definitely looking promising. I"m going to wait for some solid reviews from people I trust after theyve put some time in hunting.

I currently have 3. none of which are main stream. Anderson, treesuit, sneaky sak(if you call that a saddle).

I just ordered a ARC tree sling from Canada. I really want to give it an honest try. It looks a lot like combination of the anderson and treesuit, or a slimmed down guidos. All of which I like. Got my fingers crossed for a winner.
 
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dblomberg4

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I have a Kite on order from AeroHunter but I'm thinking I might have to get in on this since the Kite won't be here till after the season opens.
 

Bwhana

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It lost me at leg loops! I agree with @kyler1945...not enough here to switch from my Flex, and not enough on my Flex that I would have upgraded to it had I already owned a Kestrel. We are seeing micro improvements at best from all makes, no real game changers. To quote @huck72412, I consulted my opinion, and he agrees! And for you getting ready to type it, I am a realist and know that unless some technology hits that we don't know about yet, there are likely only going to be micro improvements, only so many ways to do what we do!

John H., Hickory, NC

Keep your nose to the wind, and your eyes along the skyline.
 
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Murph4028

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It lost me at leg loops! I agree with @kyler1945...not enough here to switch from my Flex, and not enough on my Flex that I would have upgraded to it had I already owned a Kestrel. We are seeing micro improvements at best from all makes, no real game changers. To quote @huck72412, I consulted my opinion, and he agrees! And for you getting ready to type it, I am a realist and know that unless some technology hits that we don't know about yet, there are likely only going to be micro improvements, only so many ways to do what we do!

John H., Hickory, NC

Keep your nose to the wind, and your eyes along the skyline.

I see your point and it is valid. But I am more of the see it for myself type. Worst case scenario I hate it and sell it on here for what I paid for it because someone's getting the same product minus the wait time. Not saying I'm definitely getting it at this point but I'm not going to kid myself either lol
 
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Timberwolf311

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It lost me at leg loops! I agree with @kyler1945...not enough here to switch from my Flex, and not enough on my Flex that I would have upgraded to it had I already owned a Kestrel. We are seeing micro improvements at best from all makes, no real game changers. To quote @huck72412, I consulted my opinion, and he agrees! And for you getting ready to type it, I am a realist and know that unless some technology hits that we don't know about yet, there are likely only going to be micro improvements, only so many ways to do what we do!

John H., Hickory, NC

Keep your nose to the wind, and your eyes along the skyline.

Can you explain what’s wrong with leg loops? I don’t know much about saddles lol. I orders a mantis awhile ago.
 

will4554

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It looks awfully similar, I would like the belt/bridge to be a little slimmer on the new one. I dig the color though and the leg loops on these are the only way to have them!
 

e1han

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Think I would prefer if the bridge was made from rope so it would slide through the carabiner more easily, but not sure if that is most people’s preference or not.
 

sojourner

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New pic just dropped!

Still diggin the pouches, like the return of the bridge/waist belt, and am glad somebody is doing buckleless leg loops.
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Last commercial saddle I hunted out of was trophy line. Sold it for some walking around money and did the sit drag. And now fleece.

This is the only commercial saddle option that I would purchase. Hope to get notified early when it releases. That said, I would use my own ropes.
 

Bwhana

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Can you explain what’s wrong with leg loops? I don’t know much about saddles lol. I orders a mantis awhile ago.
Sorry to spook you, it's a totally personal preference on my part. I'm sure it is a great saddle, as are all the options out there, it's just that each of us like our saddle gear slightly different and what I love you may hate. I'm not a big fan of leg loops and I know they would not be my favorite just from looking. I stand by my statement though, we are only seeing micro evolution, much like camo and other things on the market in the hunting world. Tethrd, AH, and Trophyline, are the same as Chevy, Ford, and Toyota. They are all fine, we each love a different one for different reasons.

John H., Hickory, NC

Keep your nose to the wind, and your eyes along the skyline.
 

austin1990

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I think I've convinced a buddy of mine to buy one of these when they hit the market. That way I can try it and see if it's any better than the mantis I have lol
 
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dblomberg4

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The new TL is definitely looking promising. I"m going to wait for some solid reviews from people I trust after theyve put some time in hunting.

I currently have 3. none of which are main stream. Anderson, treesuit, sneaky sak(if you call that a saddle).

I just ordered a ARC tree sling from Canada. I really want to give it an honest try. It looks a lot like combination of the anderson and treesuit, or a slimmed down guidos. All of which I like. Got my fingers crossed for a winner.

I never heard of ARC tree slings before, doesn't look so bad and they are 220 canadian, so about 167 in US dollars when i just checked now. Thanks for sharing that
 
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Vtbow

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I never heard of ARC tree slings before, doesn't look so bad and they are 220 canadian, so about 167 in US dollars when i just checked now. Thanks for sharing that
The guys at ARC have also been outgoing and easy to deal with through email answering all my questions and sending additional pictures when requested.
 
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Vtbow

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The guys at ARC have also been outgoing and easy to deal with through email answering all my questions and sending additional pictures when requested.
I will start a "arc" thread when I receive mine--This should really be the place to discuss the new TL package. Sorry guys!