I have hunted out of a saddle for 4 years. I have had so much success with my setup now 4 beast sticks with 1 step aider per stick. 100% a game changer. I hunt a different tree every hunt and it's so fun. Best chance to kill a big buck is the first set.
This video..... One of the ABSOLUTE best ones I've seen!! No BS and easy to understand. I was one of those that was overwhelmed by the thought of all the gear etc. This would have helped that for sure.
I bought my first saddle set up for this season just because of me watching your channel. You have inspired me to get into public land hunting and after a few interactions with deer where I couldn't get exactly where I wanted because there was no ground cover I knew I needed a portable tree set up. I like how with a saddle you don't need a straight tree like you would with a climber.
not sure if yall have ever tried it but one thing ive started doing is just using the bottom of my summit climber instead of packing sticks in and out plus ive got a big platform.
@portapottyflipper6957 Just use the tree strap that it comes with for the top once normally sat. Use it on the same spot for the lower 1/2 instead. The walk-in will suck as the back padding is the seat on the top 1/2. Maybe slip a small piece of foam in between you and the platform for your back. Can use as knee pads aswell once at the tree.
Used a climber for years. Bought in last year after seeing all the videos and I've never looked back!! Thank you for all the tutorials, made learning how to saddle hunt easy!
I've been saddle hunting since Greg showed me the modified sit drag method. I have changed things up a bit and use my saddle combined with the lower portion of my climbing stand. I place my tether as high as I can reach and put my climber base on the tree, then pull the base up with my feet, stand up and sinch the tether up and do it again until I'm at the height I want. No climbing sticks needed.
I was skeptical about saddle hunting, but I took the plunge last year and bought the Tethered system and never looked back. The climbing stand never seen the woods last year. Best upgrade I've ever made to my hunting arsenal. Great product, 100% through and through. BTW, I have a Summit Viper SD For Sale 😜
I hunt with a platform mounted over a ring of steps. This gives the hunter the best of both worlds. Platforms are comfortable and versatile and the steps allow the hunter the hide behind the tree in a stable manner to make a shot. I rarely see this combination being promoted. It does take more time to set up but I believe it is worth it. Thanks for all your past videos.
I've had my saddle for just a season now, and I'm very comfortable with it even all day sits, and I'm 6'5" and 260. I mostly gun hunt, but have used the bow out of it a few tomes, even then, once locked in, you're golden.. Love the information ya'll give, it's changed my game! Love what you're doing ❤️
I was so overwhelmed when I first started looking into how I wanted to hunt out of a tree!!! And this seemed to add a whole other level of confusion. All I can say is in my humble opinion, it is THE best option. It’s intuitive to use. It’s comfortable. It’s versatile which is key for public land. I’d recommend it to anyone !!!!
Best decision I ever made was switching over to a tethrd saddle I've taken 2 bucks and 4 deer total over the past few years and it definitely takes some time to adjust but I'll never go back to a treestand. They're safe as hell, comfy like you wouldn't believe and adjustable to fit every person. the versatility and weight factor alone is perfect for any public or private land hunter to adapt to the deer your hunting and not just sit in the same Ole ladder stand praying a buck walks by this year. #pennsy #saddlehunter
I'm new to saddle hunting this year. I made a two panel saddle and can't imagine not having two panels. It is soooo comfortable to have the second panel on my middle/lower back.
I find that my Tethrd saddle is more comfortable than a loc on for all day sits. I have a bad back and have no problem hanging in the saddle. Wish I had done it sooner. It made hunting even more enjoyable for me!! I didn’t think that could even be possible
Just got my new tethrd system this year. Been practicing in the back yard, thanks for the tips guys. This is gonna help out alot. Can't wait to get it out on public and feel the freezer.
Get ready to drop some money! Once you get into saddle hunting you got to have it all! My first year in it and I will never set in a stand again. I personally one stick and rappel down. I love it because it’s like turkey hunting you got a lot of gadgets to play with!
Gentlemen! Always use your lineman belt. I switched packs and left mine at home. The loop popped out on my climbing stick and took about a 15 ft fall. Learn from my mistakes and always use your safety equipment!
I was a climber guy until last year I got the saddle. my climber is still in the woods at my hunting camp so I literally never looked back. should go grab that thing tho.
Its not as easy as it looks. Or comfortable. But they have advantages over climbers. Hung a few times last year and will do more this year. Great work THP 👏 Tethrd looking forward to more vids like these.
Saturday morning was opening day and took one trip with portable in public deep had me after morning hunt buying the Trophyline saddle and play form practiced some at home and no longer beating my back walking in with that heavy portable and I had a summit
I just bought a budget saddle system and am pumped for the season. Having a little butt hammock just seems loads more fun than a stand or sitting up against a tree
Had to go to THP for this enjoy all your videos keep em coming. You guys are having an awesome 2022 season. Just wanted to throw out there any hunters using quick links on your rappel ropes I have been hooking my pull down rope on the rappel side of the quick link and it has been coming down from the tree easier and with less noise and with not having to step from the tree and spreading scent trying to break the velcro effect bite of the tree bark on the rope. Also climbed over branches and still was able to pull the rope through the quick link and over the branches to get my rope back.
one word of caution.... be mindful of your carabiner! I had my crossbow cam hit the carabiner when I shot, still hit the deer but took a good chunk out of the cam and put a sharp spurr or two on it, had to replace the cam on my Ravin... Have not hit it with my vertical bow, but something to keep in mind.
I think the comment Jake made about being scared of heights can not be overlooked. I have never been a big fan of a hang on platform on a single tree, i always tried to hang my hang on stand in amongst 3 or more trees if possible. I felt safer. But with my saddle i have never felt safer! The tethr having you tied in and taunt to the tree feels so safe and secure. I have no issues, cause i feel secure and hunt even higher now. I have also done my rutcation with 2 weeks of all days sits with no problems.
@sola Fide have you ever been concerned with flipping backwards at all? I just went up mine for the first time last week and maybe I just had my bridge set goofy or something but I always felt like i was going to tip and do a backflip
@@scottlange6299 Hi Scott, It does take a little time to get used to the feel. Be sure the saddle rides high on your belt line. It should be above the belt on the small of the back. Not below your belt. Also I have mine adjusted to be a stander. I’m not a sitting in saddle hunting. I’m in basically a modified stand/leave. But I’m more upright. Kinda like you see Ted. You probably had too much distance between the tree and your body. Think leaning at a 45 deg angle. I’m not leaned back that far more upright. That calls for a shorter tethr length. Don’t ever get comfortable above the ground. Hand you platform at knee height. And practice in your yard or some place like that. You can learn and get comfortable and even practice. And you only need to be 1-2ft off the ground. Then when you feel good about what your doing. Practice at hunting height. The bridge length/tethr length is what take the tweaking to fine “YOUR” desired style. Take your time. And figure things out. Watch lots of TH-cam videos. Hope this helps. God bless.
I'll be 65 in November, been saddle hunting for the past 6 years. It's safe. If you're going to use climbing sticks make sure get some that are not too long for you to step up.
I just got a xop saddle and I got in it at the base of a tree on my property today. It’s definitely different but it definitely will open up options on where I hunt instead of a set stand location
@@heavymetalfishingla it’s not bad for someone who wants to get into saddle hunting and see if they like it. A lot of excess rope and straps so cutting and burning and is a must after you get everything set the way you like it. It’s actually pretty comfortable
Those folks worried about comfort need not worry. I have pretty severe Rheumatoid Arthritis and can sit in a saddle much longer than I can be in a treestand. I use a Kestral rather than a Tethr'd saddle, but that's just because I had it before I every heard of Tethr'd.. I use the Predator platform and numerous other Tethrd gear. With time and experience, you can dial in your system to be perfect for you. Putting g moleskin here and there will quiet the platform down to virtually silent! Anyhow, it's good stuff and a great way to hunt, and keep the deer guessing. I cringe after realizing how much time I wasted sitting in a permanent or semi permanent stand over the last 40 years. Being able to move, even small distances between sits has brought great results!
Wow info,i didnt recieve treestand and sticks package because i got ripped off by that site of purchase ,,.Had rope and harness ,really feels like I've been practicing Saddle Hunting ,so one stick and harness with long rope is hard ,,yet ill keep at It .Great Video
I've been thinking of getting into saddle hunting, just for the mobility and being alot quieter than hanging a stand. But having had 2 back surgeries, I'm not sure I'd be able to sit long without a way of taking the stress off my back. My lower 3 vertebrae are made of titanium now. At least in a stand I can lean back against the tree or just have the ability to stand or sit down.
Got the phantom kit with pouches, HYS strap, ropemans, MVP and a set of skeletors. Put my cousin in it and he ordered one while I was taking it down. Got two people at work looking at them now. Cannot wait for October 1st.
Kansas season is open now. I'll be heading out this weekend with my h2 saddle. All day sits are definitely doable. I go out at 8 in the morning and sit till dark all the time. Like the tethrd crew said you'll just have to make adjustments throughout the day
Last year was my first year saddle hunting and I'll tell you I won't go back to hang on stands. It took me a bit to get the hang of it, but once I did it was a game changer.
Used a saddle all last season and it was great! I busted my ankle real good a few weeks ago so I'm going to be doing a lot more ground sits this year. I've got it in a brace and just don't think it has the strength for climbing up and down trees for a few months😔
Great info!! For me the problem is getting up there, not what to do when I get there. In my defense, my knees are gone, and it hurts to climb sometime. LOL
I've hunted for 5 years out of one, overall its solid however shooting to weak side sucks(2-3 o'clock for right handed shooter). It takes so much movement- you either need to swing bow over/under bridge or stand up and do a 180 if you are on a platform. I've been busted plenty when a deer changes direction at the last second and ends up on my right side. A lot less movement if you are in a treestand in that situation.
Gregg has always been very informative when it comes to saddle hunting. I was sad when they didn't come out with the carbon platform or not in time when I planned on buying one but I ended up with a good one.
First year saddle hunter last year and I struggled with the platform. I went out with no practice and that was the only thing I struggled with. Great info in this video! Good luck with the season guys!!
My tip for a little added security. The kong duck ascender is made for smaller diameter rope, 8mm I believe. I think the ropeman is made for 10mm. Anyways I don't like that the ascender is the only thing holding me onto the tether because it is mechanical. I have the kong duck and I leave the prusik on the tether line above the ascender. If the ascender fails or I make a mistake I still have the prusik that will catch me. You will only have a few inches of drop... I have had zero issues at all with the ascender to make me want this, just an extra piece of mind. I also take my linemen rope and put that through my carabiner as a back up bridge to my amsteel bridge. I leave the linemen a little slack so all my weight is on the amsteel bridge. I do this just incase bridge 1 fails.
This is a great video for beginners, I've been using a saddle for 3 years now my piece of advise is don't get into a brand stigma, try many different saddles if you are able what works for one may not be best for another!
How do you safety climb a tree with a lot of limbs on your way up? Two lineman ropes? Atach one above the limb and the disconnect the rope below the limb and so on?
Just use your tether. I climb up to the limp, clip my tether in, hang on it, unclip my lineman rope, put the lineman rope over the limb, clip it in, then unclip the tether, and continue on. Takes some practice to be able to do it quickly but even moving slowly its efficient and handy to be able to get in trees like that.
I have a question completely unrelated to saddle hunting, when is Zach going to spot and stalk with the longbow? I know he teased the idea a few years ago during the turkey tour.
I'm interested in trying this. Since I rock climb I already have a bunch of the gear. Just need the platform and the saddle. Sitting all day in a climbing harness would be rough.
A prussik isn't the only friction hitch. Look into directional friction hitches, most notably for those using a prussik loop already the Klemheist. They allow one handed weighted adjustment in both directions with a micro pully. Ropeman devices cannot do that. Source: Hundreds of hours doing climbing tree removals. There are mechanical devices that allow for this as well, but they are significantly more expensive than a prussik loop.
I'm just starting saddle hunting and plan to test it in a more or less fixed location. Any reason not to just use a lifeline once you get the saddle and sticks set up? Attach it to the bridge at the bottom of the tree and just slide the knot up with you.
Well, I want to start saddle hunting but with Tethrd, it's too damn expensive to "try it out" May have to find a cheaper solution to see if I even like that hunting method before shelling out for Tethrd gear.
I love my new phantom xl and my skeletor sticks. I wish I could afford a predator but after buying all of the other tethrd gear my budget is blown. I made a diy platform that I am getting by with but it isn't as light, secure and comfortable. You can bet the predator will be my next purchase when it comes to hunting gear.
I wasn't going to mention it until he said I've flipped upside down. Apparently there's just been a death from someone in a saddle flipping upside down and not being able to flip himself right again.
That is so unlikely to happen, though. While unfortunate, there is something to be said of making sure you are in good enough physical fitness to maneuver as needed in any activity you do. For this situation, be able to do a sit up or two. Do you have a link for said story? I'd like to read it. EDIT: Some spelling
I have been debating getting into a saddle so I don't have to move a climber around base to base... I'm just so comfortable in my climber its tough to pull the trigger.
I'm in the same boat as you. I absolutely LOVE my summit openshot climber at 14 pounds as there are no sticks needed. BUT it only works on straight limbless trees 😁 which sometimes are hard to find based on deer trails I find on public. I have a lot of money tied up in multiple lock on stands, a climbing stand and 2 pairs of rapid rails. The Tethrd brand and others are a LOT of money. Any affordable options with platforms anyone can recommend?
I’ve been saddle hunting with the phantom for 2 years and didn’t know anything about the comfort channels. Interested in seeing how that works moving forward. Good tips guys
Don’t get too excited. They are more a gimmick than functional. It won’t hold position consistently. One of the comfort balls actually came out of the webbing. I think that feature need a redesign.
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I have hunted out of a saddle for 4 years. I have had so much success with my setup now 4 beast sticks with 1 step aider per stick. 100% a game changer. I hunt a different tree every hunt and it's so fun. Best chance to kill a big buck is the first set.
This video..... One of the ABSOLUTE best ones I've seen!! No BS and easy to understand.
I was one of those that was overwhelmed by the thought of all the gear etc. This would have helped that for sure.
I bought my first saddle set up for this season just because of me watching your channel. You have inspired me to get into public land hunting and after a few interactions with deer where I couldn't get exactly where I wanted because there was no ground cover I knew I needed a portable tree set up. I like how with a saddle you don't need a straight tree like you would with a climber.
not sure if yall have ever tried it but one thing ive started doing is just using the bottom of my summit climber instead of packing sticks in and out plus ive got a big platform.
Good idea, never thought of that. do you tie it off to anything in case it falls?
@portapottyflipper6957 Just use the tree strap that it comes with for the top once normally sat. Use it on the same spot for the lower 1/2 instead. The walk-in will suck as the back padding is the seat on the top 1/2. Maybe slip a small piece of foam in between you and the platform for your back. Can use as knee pads aswell once at the tree.
Used a climber for years. Bought in last year after seeing all the videos and I've never looked back!! Thank you for all the tutorials, made learning how to saddle hunt easy!
I've been saddle hunting since Greg showed me the modified sit drag method. I have changed things up a bit and use my saddle combined with the lower portion of my climbing stand. I place my tether as high as I can reach and put my climber base on the tree, then pull the base up with my feet, stand up and sinch the tether up and do it again until I'm at the height I want.
No climbing sticks needed.
I was skeptical about saddle hunting, but I took the plunge last year and bought the Tethered system and never looked back. The climbing stand never seen the woods last year. Best upgrade I've ever made to my hunting arsenal. Great product, 100% through and through. BTW, I have a Summit Viper SD For Sale 😜
Rock on!
I hunt with a platform mounted over a ring of steps. This gives the hunter the best of both worlds. Platforms are comfortable and versatile and the steps allow the hunter the hide behind the tree in a stable manner to make a shot. I rarely see this combination being promoted. It does take more time to set up but I believe it is worth it. Thanks for all your past videos.
I've had my saddle for just a season now, and I'm very comfortable with it even all day sits, and I'm 6'5" and 260. I mostly gun hunt, but have used the bow out of it a few tomes, even then, once locked in, you're golden.. Love the information ya'll give, it's changed my game! Love what you're doing ❤️
Which saddle did you get? I’m about your size and that has always been my concern
@@kylemurray7086 Tehtrd Menace xl
I started using a saddle 25 years ago using an Eastern style rig as an arborist I quickly saw the advantages of using it in the woods for hunting
I was so overwhelmed when I first started looking into how I wanted to hunt out of a tree!!! And this seemed to add a whole other level of confusion. All I can say is in my humble opinion, it is THE best option. It’s intuitive to use. It’s comfortable. It’s versatile which is key for public land. I’d recommend it to anyone !!!!
Best decision I ever made was switching over to a tethrd saddle I've taken 2 bucks and 4 deer total over the past few years and it definitely takes some time to adjust but I'll never go back to a treestand. They're safe as hell, comfy like you wouldn't believe and adjustable to fit every person. the versatility and weight factor alone is perfect for any public or private land hunter to adapt to the deer your hunting and not just sit in the same Ole ladder stand praying a buck walks by this year. #pennsy #saddlehunter
Man I seen that bus go thru my Home town in Nebraska. Thought it was pretty neat
Greg is a wealth of information and knowledge based on years of experience!
My guy!
I'm new to saddle hunting this year. I made a two panel saddle and can't imagine not having two panels. It is soooo comfortable to have the second panel on my middle/lower back.
I find that my Tethrd saddle is more comfortable than a loc on for all day sits. I have a bad back and have no problem hanging in the saddle. Wish I had done it sooner. It made hunting even more enjoyable for me!! I didn’t think that could even be possible
You can tell right the way that you an Army guy!!! PMCS before every road trip... 🤣 4:00
i will be saddle hunting in the future just from watching you guys and seeing how nice it is vs my old climbing stand.
Just got my new tethrd system this year. Been practicing in the back yard, thanks for the tips guys. This is gonna help out alot. Can't wait to get it out on public and feel the freezer.
Yup I'ma buy one now just so I can go in farther and not have to set on the ground
Get ready to drop some money! Once you get into saddle hunting you got to have it all! My first year in it and I will never set in a stand again. I personally one stick and rappel down. I love it because it’s like turkey hunting you got a lot of gadgets to play with!
I just purchased one and this is just a video I was needed. Good luck this year🤞 get’er done!!
Bought a saddle setup this year and am stoked to get out there next weekend in WI
Gentlemen! Always use your lineman belt. I switched packs and left mine at home. The loop popped out on my climbing stick and took about a 15 ft fall. Learn from my mistakes and always use your safety equipment!
I was a climber guy until last year I got the saddle. my climber is still in the woods at my hunting camp so I literally never looked back. should go grab that thing tho.
I love my saddle! I hunt with it and only have 1 hand! It’s the best gear out there !!
My biggest question is packing in and where your steps and platform are as your going up the tree?
Its not as easy as it looks. Or comfortable. But they have advantages over climbers. Hung a few times last year and will do more this year. Great work THP 👏 Tethrd looking forward to more vids like these.
You learn something new every time you go out.
Just bought the trophy line saddle and love it
Saturday morning was opening day and took one trip with portable in public deep had me after morning hunt buying the Trophyline saddle and play form practiced some at home and no longer beating my back walking in with that heavy portable and I had a summit
The only saddle I am confident I will not get uncomfortable in is the Cruzer. I’ve tried several and it’s not doubt the best I’ve used.
I’m a crossbow and rifle hunter and My question is could you use a saddle for crossbow and rifle hunts????
I just bought a budget saddle system and am pumped for the season. Having a little butt hammock just seems loads more fun than a stand or sitting up against a tree
Very helpful!!
Thank you guys! We need out too! That's why we appreciate this gear and platform
Had to go to THP for this enjoy all your videos keep em coming. You guys are having an awesome 2022 season. Just wanted to throw out there any hunters using quick links on your rappel ropes I have been hooking my pull down rope on the rappel side of the quick link and it has been coming down from the tree easier and with less noise and with not having to step from the tree and spreading scent trying to break the velcro effect bite of the tree bark on the rope. Also climbed over branches and still was able to pull the rope through the quick link and over the branches to get my rope back.
one word of caution.... be mindful of your carabiner! I had my crossbow cam hit the carabiner when I shot, still hit the deer but took a good chunk out of the cam and put a sharp spurr or two on it, had to replace the cam on my Ravin... Have not hit it with my vertical bow, but something to keep in mind.
Right in time, I was looking at saddle hunting the past 2 days
I think the comment Jake made about being scared of heights can not be overlooked. I have never been a big fan of a hang on platform on a single tree, i always tried to hang my hang on stand in amongst 3 or more trees if possible. I felt safer.
But with my saddle i have never felt safer! The tethr having you tied in and taunt to the tree feels so safe and secure. I have no issues, cause i feel secure and hunt even higher now. I have also done my rutcation with 2 weeks of all days sits with no problems.
@sola Fide have you ever been concerned with flipping backwards at all? I just went up mine for the first time last week and maybe I just had my bridge set goofy or something but I always felt like i was going to tip and do a backflip
@@scottlange6299
Hi Scott, It does take a little time to get used to the feel. Be sure the saddle rides high on your belt line. It should be above the belt on the small of the back. Not below your belt. Also I have mine adjusted to be a stander. I’m not a sitting in saddle hunting. I’m in basically a modified stand/leave. But I’m more upright. Kinda like you see Ted. You probably had too much distance between the tree and your body. Think leaning at a 45 deg angle. I’m not leaned back that far more upright. That calls for a shorter tethr length. Don’t ever get comfortable above the ground. Hand you platform at knee height. And practice in your yard or some place like that. You can learn and get comfortable and even practice. And you only need to be 1-2ft off the ground. Then when you feel good about what your doing. Practice at hunting height. The bridge length/tethr length is what take the tweaking to fine “YOUR” desired style. Take your time. And figure things out. Watch lots of TH-cam videos. Hope this helps. God bless.
First day in the saddle....caused by THP.....was this past Sunday! Love it. Much to learn but off to a great start.
Very very good video guys.I got all my stuff this winter and going to try it out,I’m 63 years old but it looks good to me.
I'll be 65 in November, been saddle hunting for the past 6 years. It's safe. If you're going to use climbing sticks make sure get some that are not too long for you to step up.
It’s crazy how well that’s all made for a hunter.
I just pieced together a saddle set up not long ago. can't wait for opener to give it a try.
I just got a xop saddle and I got in it at the base of a tree on my property today. It’s definitely different but it definitely will open up options on where I hunt instead of a set stand location
How is the XOP saddle
@@heavymetalfishingla it’s not bad for someone who wants to get into saddle hunting and see if they like it. A lot of excess rope and straps so cutting and burning and is a must after you get everything set the way you like it. It’s actually pretty comfortable
The setting up of the platform tip was great.
Those folks worried about comfort need not worry. I have pretty severe Rheumatoid Arthritis and can sit in a saddle much longer than I can be in a treestand. I use a Kestral rather than a Tethr'd saddle, but that's just because I had it before I every heard of Tethr'd.. I use the Predator platform and numerous other Tethrd gear. With time and experience, you can dial in your system to be perfect for you. Putting g moleskin here and there will quiet the platform down to virtually silent! Anyhow, it's good stuff and a great way to hunt, and keep the deer guessing. I cringe after realizing how much time I wasted sitting in a permanent or semi permanent stand over the last 40 years. Being able to move, even small distances between sits has brought great results!
I always carry a rappel gear and rope, for self rescue.
Nice job Greg..... been practicing out of mine for last 2 weeks.... getting ready
Kill a biggun
I added friction to my platform because I found it got a bit slippery when it got wet. I purchased it from amazon . the 1 inch works well.
Love yalls show. I’m getting a saddle this season! My buddy has already purchased one!!
Lifetime climbing stand guy here. Used a saddle for 2 years and I'm going back to the climbers.
I’ve been waiting for this video. Keep up the good content!
Wow info,i didnt recieve treestand and sticks package because i got ripped off by that site of purchase ,,.Had rope and harness ,really feels like I've been practicing Saddle Hunting ,so one stick and harness with long rope is hard ,,yet ill keep at It .Great Video
I always set my platform dead level or slightly upward so I can stand up in it like a traditional stand when I have to make an offhand weak side shot!
Just got my saddle last week! Can't wait to use it this year!!! Thanks for the tips!
My Tethrd gear arrives Saturday!!!! Very helpful over the years from THP support of this exceptional product, can't wait to get in the saddle!!!
Did u use any promo codes
@@logannewberry4518 I didn't have any unfortunately.
I've been thinking of getting into saddle hunting, just for the mobility and being alot quieter than hanging a stand. But having had 2 back surgeries, I'm not sure I'd be able to sit long without a way of taking the stress off my back. My lower 3 vertebrae are made of titanium now. At least in a stand I can lean back against the tree or just have the ability to stand or sit down.
Jason Bourne saddle hunts!! Holy Cow!,
Got the phantom kit with pouches, HYS strap, ropemans, MVP and a set of skeletors. Put my cousin in it and he ordered one while I was taking it down. Got two people at work looking at them now. Cannot wait for October 1st.
Kansas season is open now. I'll be heading out this weekend with my h2 saddle. All day sits are definitely doable. I go out at 8 in the morning and sit till dark all the time. Like the tethrd crew said you'll just have to make adjustments throughout the day
first season in a saddle, pretty excited to give it a try
Last year was my first year saddle hunting and I'll tell you I won't go back to hang on stands. It took me a bit to get the hang of it, but once I did it was a game changer.
You ever use a climber
@@GoneCarnivore i have. don't get me wrong they are good hunting platform's but you can only get on straight trees.
I love hunting from my saddle, I wish I would have had one 20 years ago.
Used a saddle all last season and it was great! I busted my ankle real good a few weeks ago so I'm going to be doing a lot more ground sits this year. I've got it in a brace and just don't think it has the strength for climbing up and down trees for a few months😔
Great info!! For me the problem is getting up there, not what to do when I get there. In my defense, my knees are gone, and it hurts to climb sometime. LOL
I've hunted for 5 years out of one, overall its solid however shooting to weak side sucks(2-3 o'clock for right handed shooter). It takes so much movement- you either need to swing bow over/under bridge or stand up and do a 180 if you are on a platform. I've been busted plenty when a deer changes direction at the last second and ends up on my right side. A lot less movement if you are in a treestand in that situation.
Gregg has always been very informative when it comes to saddle hunting. I was sad when they didn't come out with the carbon platform or not in time when I planned on buying one but I ended up with a good one.
First year saddle hunter last year and I struggled with the platform. I went out with no practice and that was the only thing I struggled with. Great info in this video! Good luck with the season guys!!
My tip for a little added security. The kong duck ascender is made for smaller diameter rope, 8mm I believe. I think the ropeman is made for 10mm. Anyways I don't like that the ascender is the only thing holding me onto the tether because it is mechanical. I have the kong duck and I leave the prusik on the tether line above the ascender. If the ascender fails or I make a mistake I still have the prusik that will catch me. You will only have a few inches of drop... I have had zero issues at all with the ascender to make me want this, just an extra piece of mind. I also take my linemen rope and put that through my carabiner as a back up bridge to my amsteel bridge. I leave the linemen a little slack so all my weight is on the amsteel bridge. I do this just incase bridge 1 fails.
I would like to see some of the ways you can carry it in and out of the woods and how you setup going up the tree
I walk in with my saddle on, lots of videos available on the ways to get to hunting height
This is a great video for beginners, I've been using a saddle for 3 years now my piece of advise is don't get into a brand stigma, try many different saddles if you are able what works for one may not be best for another!
I wish they would manufacture in the USA! I've bought a few pieces of their gear and it's all made in China.
Tethrd should put diagrams and have demo vids on how to use each piece of equipment on their site.
Using a back band really helps increase the comfort level for longer sits
Great info!!! Trying saddle hunting these year!!
I would love to try this system but so expensive maybe I’ll get one someday
How do you safety climb a tree with a lot of limbs on your way up? Two lineman ropes? Atach one above the limb and the disconnect the rope below the limb and so on?
Just use your tether. I climb up to the limp, clip my tether in, hang on it, unclip my lineman rope, put the lineman rope over the limb, clip it in, then unclip the tether, and continue on. Takes some practice to be able to do it quickly but even moving slowly its efficient and handy to be able to get in trees like that.
I have a question completely unrelated to saddle hunting, when is Zach going to spot and stalk with the longbow? I know he teased the idea a few years ago during the turkey tour.
I'm interested in trying this. Since I rock climb I already have a bunch of the gear. Just need the platform and the saddle. Sitting all day in a climbing harness would be rough.
Spend the money and get some good ascenders. You will thank me later! The heck with that prusik knot
How many ascenders do you need?
@@joey9426 just 2 brother. Just pay attention to what size tether rope you have. Get the wrong ascended for your rope and you are hitting the ground
@@Heavy_Arrow312 thanks dude. Taking the saddle leap this year.
@@Heavy_Arrow312 any brand recommendations? Didn’t realize how expensive the ascenders were.
@@joey9426 Kong or Ropeman.....again verify your rope size before ordering
Missed ya Gregg haven’t heard from you in awhile. Let us know what your up to. Love your gear and looking forward toward this hunting season.
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Get yourself in one if you’re not already!
Are there types of trees to avoid with this setup? or will it work with any kind of tree?
You will get NO answers here! lol I have the same question.
Saddleds and the Ashby formula... How much more lethal can one become?
This is the Guy (Greg) that lit the spark, followed him on G2 Outdoors, great guy.
What's the weight limit on these units. Thanks.
if they made them for us big guys I'd definitely get it but they don't so I guess I'm stuck with the ground blind 🤷
A prussik isn't the only friction hitch. Look into directional friction hitches, most notably for those using a prussik loop already the Klemheist. They allow one handed weighted adjustment in both directions with a micro pully. Ropeman devices cannot do that. Source: Hundreds of hours doing climbing tree removals. There are mechanical devices that allow for this as well, but they are significantly more expensive than a prussik loop.
I’d love to have one but can’t afford it.Wife’s got MS.Way to many dang med bills!Ill get one eventually guy’s.
I'm just starting saddle hunting and plan to test it in a more or less fixed location. Any reason not to just use a lifeline once you get the saddle and sticks set up? Attach it to the bridge at the bottom of the tree and just slide the knot up with you.
Is it suitable for heavier people as well?
Well, I want to start saddle hunting but with Tethrd, it's too damn expensive to "try it out"
May have to find a cheaper solution to see if I even like that hunting method before shelling out for Tethrd gear.
I love my new phantom xl and my skeletor sticks. I wish I could afford a predator but after buying all of the other tethrd gear my budget is blown. I made a diy platform that I am getting by with but it isn't as light, secure and comfortable. You can bet the predator will be my next purchase when it comes to hunting gear.
This was super helpful! Thanks!
I wasn't going to mention it until he said I've flipped upside down. Apparently there's just been a death from someone in a saddle flipping upside down and not being able to flip himself right again.
That is so unlikely to happen, though. While unfortunate, there is something to be said of making sure you are in good enough physical fitness to maneuver as needed in any activity you do. For this situation, be able to do a sit up or two. Do you have a link for said story? I'd like to read it. EDIT: Some spelling
Thanks! First year in a saddle so any info helps!
I have been debating getting into a saddle so I don't have to move a climber around base to base... I'm just so comfortable in my climber its tough to pull the trigger.
I'm in the same boat as you. I absolutely LOVE my summit openshot climber at 14 pounds as there are no sticks needed. BUT it only works on straight limbless trees 😁 which sometimes are hard to find based on deer trails I find on public. I have a lot of money tied up in multiple lock on stands, a climbing stand and 2 pairs of rapid rails. The Tethrd brand and others are a LOT of money. Any affordable options with platforms anyone can recommend?
We hope you guys enjoyed seeing the bus 😂
How about rifle hunting from a saddle (our county rules require elevated rifle hunting)?
greg, I miss your video's. Please start them up again!
When is the THP saddle hunting graphic t-shirt coming out?
I’ve been saddle hunting with the phantom for 2 years and didn’t know anything about the comfort channels. Interested in seeing how that works moving forward. Good tips guys
Don’t get too excited. They are more a gimmick than functional. It won’t hold position consistently. One of the comfort balls actually came out of the webbing. I think that feature need a redesign.
My saddle has them and they are handy for crooked trees. I haven't had a single issue with slippage or the balls moving.