I bought a second, identical climber for a different property...it is that good of a product! th-cam.com/users/postUgkxlQ7TDIrnnSXXbRgFFaxqwullRJJIuYAs I have had the first one for 10 years and only have had to replace the plastic chain covers when they wear out from climbing pine trees. I don't use the climbing harness and strap that comes with this product since I already have upgraded that for comfort. I do save it for a guest though. It works fine, but takes a lot of work to strap in compared to aftermarket harnesses. I will buy this climber again when my daughter is old enough to climb. It is a very safe product and well designed.
My only thing with hunting out of a saddle, I’m a climbing arborist and I have a treemotion evo super comfy but man I’m in it 6 hours a day allot of times and I just don’t know if I could hang in that all day day light till dark, but I can see the advantage of saddle hunting for sure! Best of luck are season opens next weekend!! 🏹
Hi Allie, I hunt from a home made saddle. I don't use a platform like you have there. I use strap on tree steps. I took about 6 strap on tree steps, removed the straps and put the steps on a ratchet strap. This allows me to put the strap on the tree and space the steps around the tree. Then I just ratchet the strap tight. This gives me footing completely around the tree. As long as I have enough length on my hanging rope I'm able to go 360⁰ around the tree and shoot from any angle.
I've been watching a bunch of these videos trying to figure out if this would work for me and you explained it better then all the others, thanks for putting it out there simply and easy to understand
I really appreciate TH-cam’s like this that demonstrate a willingness to learn. I learned just yesterday that a Ropeman ascender on my linesman rope isn’t such a quiet way to ascend a small diameter tree. Dang thing clanked against the top of my sticks twice, and once again, I had a deer blowing at my shenanigans. Went back to a prusic knot but ran the end of my rope through my caribiner. Instant one-handed operation and problem solved, thanks to a comment on another TH-cam channel. What did we do before TH-cam lol? Anyhow, saddles are obviously great for long treks into public land where you can’t leave sets, or scouting to hang and hunt all in the same trip. However, like everything, they have their limitations. Yes, you can make shots 360* around the tree with a ring of steps, or if it’s a fairly small diameter tree. With all that movement, though, particularly if the tree is on the small side, is the deer going to still be standing there? As for facing away from the tree on that tiny platform, you have to remember that if the tether prevents bending at the waist, your form is hindered and that often results in a high shot. That’s shooting from a treestand 101. Speaking of tether restriction, I’m also reminded of how you sometimes have to crouch to shoot under a limb, or stand to shoot over one since on public land we have to find holes since we can’t cut shooting lanes. Just something to think about when deciding what to take into the woods. If shooting behind the tree is really important, you can shoot 360* from a good hang-on stand if wearing a rock climbing harness with the tether adjusted properly. Good video! Y’all stay safe out there.
Dude! Thank you for this video! I was literally working on this same movement last night and I did that full turn-around at 11'. Immediately I thought "there's got to be a better way than this lol" Much appreciated!
Turning around with my tether rope over my shoulder was how i shot and harvested my 8 point that year. But i am going to try your setup. Thanks and God bless. Good hunting!
I totally agree. But then I stepped it up to the next level. How I did this was under a time restraint. The state I live in is under alot of social unrest. We had a big trial here. While that happened our so-called authority here took the honor of auditing another division that oversees my farm & activities. I was forced to quit my job & tackle a project @ home to DRT climb & trim dead trees that were threatening the integrity of my fencelines. I became an arborist on the fly by necessity. With a small but powerful professional saw I was able to tackle a project by bringing down branch after branch off dead 🌳 to ensure I could continue my lifestyle. It gave me the opportunity to pursue public hunting spots in a different way. I have many paracord presets over miles of land that I get to with a fat tire bike with a Burley cart attached to it. It allows me to hunt the wind in my favor. Thursday a 2 day rain will end here with me setting up a new spot b4 I settle into a spot I setup last Wednesday. I ordered a custom saddle made by Flat Branch Outdoors that I will be hunting out of with a bow the next month. I prefer to turn & shoot to the left with my back to the 🌳. I just don't feel comfortable walking around the wrong side of the 🌳 to only have the tree stop my movement by a deer that is to my right since I need it to be on my left. The hell I went through this summer is going to help my adventures by tackling the obstacles of saddle hunting w/o 360% capabilities. Looking forward to early November. Have a good whitetail season out east. Looking for u to top your season with a bow that u had last year😁.
Awesome video. Thanks. I hunted for the first time out of my new saddle last night. Your video clarifies some confusion I had about moving to shoot to my right. Thanks!!
Practice off hand or out of normal shots like you don't have the opportunity or the time to reposition to the other side of the tree. The more you practice on limited shooting lanes, angles & non common positions. The better you will be & the less you will have to rely on more movement to reposition. Most of all, this is very good advice
Thanks! I get really nervous in ladder stands and hanging stands -- the feeling of being about to fall. Can't enjoy the hunting experience, so I have been hunting from the ground. I've been told to try a saddle, and your video is very nice and easy to understand. I hope you put out an instructional video for beginners - I'll look for it on your channel. Good job!
As long as you have yourself tethered to the tree and using a linemans rope, if you were to fall you aren't going to the ground. Its a hard fear to get over but you can get over that fear.
If a Ladder stand scares you???. I really don’t not think this is gonna calm you down at all!.. actually I think the complete opposite!… A ladder doesn’t move and has constant ground stability!!!. When you are lean back in the saddle your gonna learn really fast your now depending on the rope and tether!!!!. May wanna borrow one and try it before you purchase this set up!!!! These are NOT cheap at all!! Good luck!!
I've probably commented on this video before. But I just got my phantom and skeletor sticks for Christmas. I have 2 questions. 1) Do you leave your sticks out over night? Are you concerned that someone might steal them? 2) how to you hold your sticks and platform as you go up the tree?
Yes, I do leave them overnight quite often. Especially when I am going to hunt that same tree within a couple days. I use Nite Ize gear ties and wrap them around the loops on my saddle to hold everything on the ways up.
@@OutdoorsAllie ill assume you are likely off the beaten path, and someone stealing your stuff is not a huge concern. Something, im trying to do, is get away from people.
Omgoodness this is everything!!! Can you please do a video on all your gear?? Like what you wear like brands etc with the saddle link Im first time hunter and I absolutely hate tree stands I feel like this is exactly what I need!!!! I subscribed and will be binge watching your channel tonight!!! Thanks for this!!! 🥰🥰🥰🙌🏼
cool good of you not to attempt the shot and admit that . looks wicked out there . just my cup of tea .. being a loner and all ( not the nutty type my 3 daughters have flown the nest now ) life gets verrrryyyy quiet .. but yours and nicks vids are great . you remind me of my Brogan shes a star too
Diggin' it Allie! Tons of fun in the saddle eh! I've seen more game as a saddle hunter than any other method I've hunted, love it and ill never hunt any other way. Ever thought about trying squirrel steps or a ring of steps. What about the one sticking method? That's my choosen method, once your use to it, and are able to trust your gear, you'll never look back. Find your tree and up you go. Good luck in all your hunts cool videos cheers from Canada
Interesting on your technique and adaptations... for remote bow hunting I'm already invested in a lightweight cast aluminum climber that can go up a wide range of tree circumferences, but I can see how adding the tether system and a little mini platform or a step on the difficult side of tree could add some bow shot opportunities. I would not want to haul in numerous strap-on tree steps or sticks to get up the typical 25 feet height- it's just to much added weight, especially in winter when you are packing in extra clothing/food/water. Thanks for your video.
Exactly that was cool but in Georgia we have a lot of times and if the wind is blowing you'll feel like you're on a ride at the fairground so your way would definitely be the best way👍
Awesome. Just got a saddle, looking forward to using it, hopefully I don't have to use this tactic but I know it's a option now.. Thanks Allie! Keep up the good videos..
Thanks Allie. You answered my question about how you get the saddle system high up in the tree. I like your method with the climbing sticks to add to your shot choices. Nice job!
Just found your channel and subscribed I just purchased my saddle this year I have six other stands of all types but I think this is going to be the most fun
Be very aware of your bridge line! The one I have, not the highest in quality, & I may add line as a extra safety buffer, due to this, as just testing it out, I noticed pinch stress on that line from the carabiner.
I love your videos . I shared them with friends particularly a female friend of mine who is just getting into bow hunting, Could you do a video on your life line, harness and saddle .I always sit in a ladder stand with a shooting rail , i feel safer but your system has a lot more flexibility
I'll take my climber. That looks like too many bad thing can happen. Plus, it's nice to sit and get off your feet sometimes. Great job on the video. Very informative. 👍
Great vid! I’ve been contemplating a saddle setup for public land in pa as well. Much lighter to pack in and out. I had some reservations about it but this put them to rest. Thanks!
The best shot will be in the most uncomfortable position so most of the time you won’t get your preferred shot position so it’s best to practice in all angles and in the most uncomfortable positions.
Yeah, same situation happened to me a few weeks ago. Weak side shot presented itself but I hadn’t practiced it. Big mistake. Missed an opportunity on a 10 point!
Been looking forward to this video! I been experimenting and practicing using a saddle for the past week, and i've noticed that the platform in your other video was a little small, so i actually took the platform from my climber and hoisted it up to the tree to where i wanted it, and it was amazing, one little problem, you have to stand on it so there's tension, otherwise it could just fall straight to the ground lol, then what's the point in it, i guess just have to be extra careful not to bump the platform with your feet when your hanging from the saddle
@@OutdoorsAllie I loved it, i didn't actually get high up enough, maybe 5 ft, I need more practice with it to get more comfortable to get 20 or so ft up and hunt in it though
When you get up there, put a strap where the climber teeth bite to the tree, go around the tree and both sides of the climber basically keeping the teeth of the climber tight against the tree so it has no chance of falling. I hope I explained that correctly.
Great video. Thanks. Trusting gear is tough at 15’ up. I’m looking into my first saddle setup and this really helps. As a former rock climber I’m excited to be hanging again, but it’s still different. Once you’re comfortable enough you can always hang out sideways or face down. lol (yea right). My wife is working to increase her draw weight to comfortably hunt deer. Do you mind telling us what weight you hunt with?
@@OutdoorsAllie I’ve been hunting from the ground only. Tree stands have never interested me. But saddles have my attention! If you find the time, checkout my other TH-cam channel called The Michigan Phoenix. I have only one video up currently and it is a hunting video. It is a 2019 hunting review! Thanks again for the awesome vid, I will be using your technique for sure!
You should consider adding two steps from a ROS to the strap of the predator. Now you're steps and platform are all on the same level. Personally, I'm the opposite I prefer the second move. I feel like there is less movement that way. I punched a doe this past weekend using that maneuver.
This video is older so I hope you see it. Anyway, looking hard at saddles for fall 2021. That's how I found your channel. The tether itself I understand how it locks down and your are safe. It's not going anywhere. While climbing with the lineman's rope, does it want to slip or give say on a wet or smooth barked tree? Or maybe the tree has some snow or ice on it? My fear is as I'm trying to strap sticks to the tree, something gives and I fall and get hung upside down! Lol! Just curious and thanks for the videos. I'm going to make that Mongolian backstrap recipe this week from the more recent video you posted.
Let me know how you like the recipe! I haven't experienced any of that, however I would not recommend climbing a smooth or loose barked tee like a sycamore for example.
Maybe when I was in my 20's this rig had walk-in public land uses. Now that I'm in my 50's, I'd hunt from the ground before I'd hang myself with that thing lol.
So, I'm considering a saddle, and I'm curious how comfortable they really are. I used a "Sit Drag" for ground hunting, and it hurt my hips after a few hours sitting there. It was vey uncomfortable to me. However, I do like the lightweight qualities of saddle hunting. I also like the idea that it's easier to keep the tree between you and the deer. That seems a little better for cover. Please let me know what you think about that.
Tell me how I seen your video bout saddle hunting and then I seen a picture of you in someone else’s video about saddle hunting 😂 so decided to watch yours instead
Served warm with bull shit and wild onion gravy . Pretty cool I have a hard time getting both of my feet on the plat form . A good pair of mud boots size 13
Outdoors Allie I would suggest practicing the small steps on the platform close to the ground to build the muscle memory. Once you get that confidence, doing it up in the tree is simple and you will be able to do it with out even looking down at your feet.
A friend has suggested saddle hunting to me and after a few vids I’ve already come to the conclusion that this is a rather complex and questionable style of hunting that is very expensive. My biggest issue that I can tell that I would have is my knees. Having my knees pressed into the tree for long periods of time does not sound comfortable, nor does standing on a tiny platform. Thanks for the video though. Glad it works for you. Good luck.
Women who hunt are 🔥 🔥 🔥, especially when they know what they are doing. On another note, what is the reason behind the governor not allowing hunting on Sundays? Seems extremely weird to me.
As a woman myself I have been trying to find another woman using one of these to ask my biggest question about using a saddle. What do you do if you are in the tree a long time and have to pee? I imagine if layered for cold weather and having the saddle on, it could be a bit of a hassle and not wise to hold it too long lol.
@@sparaith I heard about a woman who drove all the way from Texas to Louisiana or Louisiana to Florida, I can't remember, but she wore some kind of adult diapers so she wouldn't have to stop along the way. She just peed right into the diaper and was fine (not sure if she pooped). Maybe that's an option for you ladies. Just pee in a diaper and keep hunting.
@@russelllangworthy8855 I know what you're talking about. I believe she worked for NASA or was an astronaut and it had to do with a love triangle. She drove from Texas to Florida without stopping and wore the diapers they wear to go into space or whatever.
@@OutdoorsAllie Gotta say. You respond after a year is really amazing. You reply better than most of my friends/family. LOL. I dunno know what that says about me, but it says a hell a lot about you. Thx.
Never knew about a saddle till now, I use an Ol’man climber ( just subscribed). My only worry is how am I gonna piss in a bottle and sleep in my stand just kidding. Love your channel and the video just Subscribed!
This is a First Lite puffy jacket. I love it for almost everything besides whitetail hunting. Its a bit noisy, but definitely warm! amzn.to/3iTbRNL My go-to for whitetail is the Sanctuary. Especially when its cold! amzn.to/2FPn6bu Thanks for watching Zach!
I do a lot of all day sits. Naps are pretty nice in the saddle but not nearly as comfortable as a summit climber, which I no longer own and won't own again.
@@Everyday_Railroading I love the portability, compactness, and quietness of the saddle. The summit is a nice climber. I just found it way too bulky and loud going through twigs and brush. Also, I'm not a tall guy and the overall length of the summit was just too much for me while walking through thick brush and over logs etc. My legs would always kick the cables and stand, which I found annoying. My particular summit didn't fold down flat either, so I felt the center of gravity was way to far back, if that makes any sense.
Never hunted with a saddle before ... just looks uncomfortable.... is that what you usually hunt in ,??? Do you prefer saddles over climbers... to me climbers seem to be alot better.....
Saddle hunters, especially those who bow hunt from them, need to be aware, & excessively careful about their razor sharp broadheads coming in contact with their life saving rope systems!!!! This should be a no brainer, but they have labels on car batteries, warning people not to drink the contents! 🤪
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Here's my most recent Saddle Hunting Gear video for anyone interested. Thanks for watching everyone!!
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I didn't know unicorns hunted deer... nice video allie you're one in a million, aka (a unicorn)
@OutdoorsAllie I have used the Mystery Ranch popup 28 for almost 3 seasons. I love it. It's too bad they discontinued it!
I bought a second, identical climber for a different property...it is that good of a product! th-cam.com/users/postUgkxlQ7TDIrnnSXXbRgFFaxqwullRJJIuYAs I have had the first one for 10 years and only have had to replace the plastic chain covers when they wear out from climbing pine trees. I don't use the climbing harness and strap that comes with this product since I already have upgraded that for comfort. I do save it for a guest though. It works fine, but takes a lot of work to strap in compared to aftermarket harnesses. I will buy this climber again when my daughter is old enough to climb. It is a very safe product and well designed.
My only thing with hunting out of a saddle, I’m a climbing arborist and I have a treemotion evo super comfy but man I’m in it 6 hours a day allot of times and I just don’t know if I could hang in that all day day light till dark, but I can see the advantage of saddle hunting for sure! Best of luck are season opens next weekend!! 🏹
Ya, some pinch points and sore spots can happen after a long period of time. I'm not much of an all day sitter though! Thanks for watching! Good luck!
the best saddle tips , been working this question for a bit. Thanks and great hunting!
Glad it helped Bobby!
Hi Allie, I hunt from a home made saddle. I don't use a platform like you have there. I use strap on tree steps. I took about 6 strap on tree steps, removed the straps and put the steps on a ratchet strap. This allows me to put the strap on the tree and space the steps around the tree. Then I just ratchet the strap tight. This gives me footing completely around the tree. As long as I have enough length on my hanging rope I'm able to go 360⁰ around the tree and shoot from any angle.
I like the idea! Thanks for watching Harry!
I've been watching a bunch of these videos trying to figure out if this would work for me and you explained it better then all the others, thanks for putting it out there simply and easy to understand
Glad it helped! Thanks for watching!
I really appreciate TH-cam’s like this that demonstrate a willingness to learn. I learned just yesterday that a Ropeman ascender on my linesman rope isn’t such a quiet way to ascend a small diameter tree. Dang thing clanked against the top of my sticks twice, and once again, I had a deer blowing at my shenanigans. Went back to a prusic knot but ran the end of my rope through my caribiner. Instant one-handed operation and problem solved, thanks to a comment on another TH-cam channel. What did we do before TH-cam lol? Anyhow, saddles are obviously great for long treks into public land where you can’t leave sets, or scouting to hang and hunt all in the same trip. However, like everything, they have their limitations. Yes, you can make shots 360* around the tree with a ring of steps, or if it’s a fairly small diameter tree. With all that movement, though, particularly if the tree is on the small side, is the deer going to still be standing there? As for facing away from the tree on that tiny platform, you have to remember that if the tether prevents bending at the waist, your form is hindered and that often results in a high shot. That’s shooting from a treestand 101. Speaking of tether restriction, I’m also reminded of how you sometimes have to crouch to shoot under a limb, or stand to shoot over one since on public land we have to find holes since we can’t cut shooting lanes. Just something to think about when deciding what to take into the woods. If shooting behind the tree is really important, you can shoot 360* from a good hang-on stand if wearing a rock climbing harness with the tether adjusted properly. Good video! Y’all stay safe out there.
Thanks for watching David!
Dude!
Thank you for this video!
I was literally working on this same movement last night and I did that full turn-around at 11'. Immediately I thought "there's got to be a better way than this lol"
Much appreciated!
Ya, its tough! Thanks for watching Chris!
Turning around with my tether rope over my shoulder was how i shot and harvested my 8 point that year. But i am going to try your setup. Thanks and God bless. Good hunting!
Nice!! Good luck this year Sara!
I totally agree. But then I stepped it up to the next level. How I did this was under a time restraint. The state I live in is under alot of social unrest. We had a big trial here. While that happened our so-called authority here took the honor of auditing another division that oversees my farm & activities. I was forced to quit my job & tackle a project @ home to DRT climb & trim dead trees that were threatening the integrity of my fencelines. I became an arborist on the fly by necessity. With a small but powerful professional saw I was able to tackle a project by bringing down branch after branch off dead 🌳 to ensure I could continue my lifestyle. It gave me the opportunity to pursue public hunting spots in a different way. I have many paracord presets over miles of land that I get to with a fat tire bike with a Burley cart attached to it. It allows me to hunt the wind in my favor. Thursday a 2 day rain will end here with me setting up a new spot b4 I settle into a spot I setup last Wednesday. I ordered a custom saddle made by Flat Branch Outdoors that I will be hunting out of with a bow the next month. I prefer to turn & shoot to the left with my back to the 🌳. I just don't feel comfortable walking around the wrong side of the 🌳 to only have the tree stop my movement by a deer that is to my right since I need it to be on my left. The hell I went through this summer is going to help my adventures by tackling the obstacles of saddle hunting w/o 360% capabilities. Looking forward to early November. Have a good whitetail season out east. Looking for u to top your season with a bow that u had last year😁.
For sure. Thanks for watching!
Awesome video. Thanks. I hunted for the first time out of my new saddle last night. Your video clarifies some confusion I had about moving to shoot to my right. Thanks!!
Awesome! Glad to hear that tom!
Practice off hand or out of normal shots like you don't have the opportunity or the time to reposition to the other side of the tree. The more you practice on limited shooting lanes, angles & non common positions. The better you will be & the less you will have to rely on more movement to reposition.
Most of all, this is very good advice
Thanks for the tip!
Thanks! I get really nervous in ladder stands and hanging stands -- the feeling of being about to fall. Can't enjoy the hunting experience, so I have been hunting from the ground. I've been told to try a saddle, and your video is very nice and easy to understand. I hope you put out an instructional video for beginners - I'll look for it on your channel. Good job!
Glad to hear it helped a bit. I'll do more in the future joe!
As long as you have yourself tethered to the tree and using a linemans rope, if you were to fall you aren't going to the ground. Its a hard fear to get over but you can get over that fear.
If a Ladder stand scares you???. I really don’t not think this is gonna calm you down at all!.. actually I think the complete opposite!… A ladder doesn’t move and has constant ground stability!!!. When you are lean back in the saddle your gonna learn really fast your now depending on the rope and tether!!!!. May wanna borrow one and try it before you purchase this set up!!!! These are NOT cheap at all!! Good luck!!
That was my exact same thoughts... hang the last step at platform height so you can actually get 360 on the tree easily. Good video, thank you.
Thanks for watching!
I've probably commented on this video before. But I just got my phantom and skeletor sticks for Christmas. I have 2 questions.
1) Do you leave your sticks out over night? Are you concerned that someone might steal them?
2) how to you hold your sticks and platform as you go up the tree?
Yes, I do leave them overnight quite often. Especially when I am going to hunt that same tree within a couple days.
I use Nite Ize gear ties and wrap them around the loops on my saddle to hold everything on the ways up.
@@OutdoorsAllie ill assume you are likely off the beaten path, and someone stealing your stuff is not a huge concern. Something, im trying to do, is get away from people.
Omgoodness this is everything!!! Can you please do a video on all your gear?? Like what you wear like brands etc with the saddle link Im first time hunter and I absolutely hate tree stands I feel like this is exactly what I need!!!! I subscribed and will be binge watching your channel tonight!!! Thanks for this!!! 🥰🥰🥰🙌🏼
Yes, I will have a new video soon!
cool good of you not to attempt the shot and admit that . looks wicked out there . just my cup of tea .. being a loner and all ( not the nutty type my 3 daughters have flown the nest now ) life gets verrrryyyy quiet .. but yours and nicks vids are great . you remind me of my Brogan shes a star too
Diggin' it Allie! Tons of fun in the saddle eh! I've seen more game as a saddle hunter than any other method I've hunted, love it and ill never hunt any other way. Ever thought about trying squirrel steps or a ring of steps. What about the one sticking method? That's my choosen method, once your use to it, and are able to trust your gear, you'll never look back. Find your tree and up you go. Good luck in all your hunts cool videos cheers from Canada
I haven't tried either yet, but I'm interested in one sticking for sure.
Interesting on your technique and adaptations... for remote bow hunting I'm already invested in a lightweight cast aluminum climber that can go up a wide range of tree circumferences, but I can see how adding the tether system and a little mini platform or a step on the difficult side of tree could add some bow shot opportunities. I would not want to haul in numerous strap-on tree steps or sticks to get up the typical 25 feet height- it's just to much added weight, especially in winter when you are packing in extra clothing/food/water. Thanks for your video.
For sure. Thanks for watching Stephen!
I didn’t see you creeping 😄🤣 ! Information was very helpful. Hope you filled your tag!
LoL Yes I did fill my tag this year. Thanks for watching Roger!
As a lineman I hunt in my lineman climbing gear
So what ? Who cares?
Exactly that was cool but in Georgia we have a lot of times and if the wind is blowing you'll feel like you're on a ride at the fairground so your way would definitely be the best way👍
LOL t
Just leased some land in sumner county TN, and trying saddle hunting for the first time. Thanks for the tips!
Good luck this year Keith!! Thanks for watching
Awesome. Just got a saddle, looking forward to using it, hopefully I don't have to use this tactic but I know it's a option now.. Thanks Allie! Keep up the good videos..
Thanks for watching Kameron!
Excellent presentation on how the shot from your weak side. Thank you for posting this video it was very helpful.
Glad it was helpful!
Thanks Allie. You answered my question about how you get the saddle system high up in the tree. I like your method with the climbing sticks to add to your shot choices. Nice job!
Thanks Joe!
Just found your channel and subscribed I just purchased my saddle this year I have six other stands of all types but I think this is going to be the most fun
Thanks Steve! Ya, it's a fun way to hunt for sure!
That’s awesome. I just bought a saddle and used it for the first time today, thanks for the tip!
Nice, Have fun!
Be very aware of your bridge line!
The one I have, not the highest in quality, & I may add line as a extra safety buffer, due to this, as just testing it out, I noticed pinch stress on that line from the carabiner.
Thanks I needed to see this. Just had this happen to me maybe an hour ago and I could not for the life of me figure out how to draw on him.
Thanks for watching John!
Am an old cowboy but I never hunted a saddle before so are they good eating and what goes best with them
They are alot of fun to hunt with! Thanks for watching Franklin
Tried one. Was kinda chewy.
@@rvw8066 been thinking about what might be good with one and think gun oil may be best it would help it to slide down easier I hope
I think the joke went right over her head 😂
Nice job on sharing your technique Allie
Thanks for watching Alex!
I love your videos . I shared them with friends particularly a female friend of mine who is just getting into bow hunting,
Could you do a video on your life line, harness and saddle .I always sit in a ladder stand with a shooting rail , i feel safer but your system has a lot more flexibility
Yes, I plan on doing some videos like that in the future!
I'll take my climber. That looks like too many bad thing can happen. Plus, it's nice to sit and get off your feet sometimes. Great job on the video. Very informative. 👍
Thanks for watching Hugh!
Thanks I watched it I actually am trying both but just wanted to see how you were doing them also
Thanks for watching Steve!
Great video! I had not even heard of saddle hunting! Thanks for teaching me !
It's really cool stuff!
Great video & perspective… it was helpful… thank you 😊
Glad it was helpful!
just got my first saddle and i can already tell that 6oclock 2oclock setup is gonna save some heartache down the road
For sure!
I liked the second scenario where you did a 360 on the platform. Less and quieter movement. Just look up. Don’t look down.
Agreed.
Great vid! I’ve been contemplating a saddle setup for public land in pa as well. Much lighter to pack in and out. I had some reservations about it but this put them to rest. Thanks!
Glad it helped! Thanks for watching!
"...shot hunting extravaganza." ;) Sign me up. Great vid.
Thanks for watching Christian!
Awesome tip. Great video. Good luck this year. Be safe.
Thanks, you too!
The best shot will be in the most uncomfortable position so most of the time you won’t get your preferred shot position so it’s best to practice in all angles and in the most uncomfortable positions.
For sure.
Yeah, same situation happened to me a few weeks ago. Weak side shot presented itself but I hadn’t practiced it. Big mistake. Missed an opportunity on a 10 point!
Damn! Oh well...
Been looking forward to this video! I been experimenting and practicing using a saddle for the past week, and i've noticed that the platform in your other video was a little small, so i actually took the platform from my climber and hoisted it up to the tree to where i wanted it, and it was amazing, one little problem, you have to stand on it so there's tension, otherwise it could just fall straight to the ground lol, then what's the point in it, i guess just have to be extra careful not to bump the platform with your feet when your hanging from the saddle
lol that sounds scary, other than that how did you like it?
@@OutdoorsAllie I loved it, i didn't actually get high up enough, maybe 5 ft, I need more practice with it to get more comfortable to get 20 or so ft up and hunt in it though
When you get up there, put a strap where the climber teeth bite to the tree, go around the tree and both sides of the climber basically keeping the teeth of the climber tight against the tree so it has no chance of falling. I hope I explained that correctly.
Im very impressed by a woman that can teach better than the men ! awesome
good to try all scenarios before they show up. good info tho
Thanks for watching Rod!
Great video. Thanks. Trusting gear is tough at 15’ up. I’m looking into my first saddle setup and this really helps. As a former rock climber I’m excited to be hanging again, but it’s still different. Once you’re comfortable enough you can always hang out sideways or face down. lol (yea right).
My wife is working to increase her draw weight to comfortably hunt deer. Do you mind telling us what weight you hunt with?
You'll get the hang of it in no time. I'm shooting 52 lbs at the moment.
Allie, very informative video. I always enjoy watching your videos. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks Jerry!
Excellent info. Looking to get a saddle for next season 🤟🤙
Do it! You'll have a blast.
@@OutdoorsAllie I’ve been hunting from the ground only. Tree stands have never interested me. But saddles have my attention! If you find the time, checkout my other TH-cam channel called The Michigan Phoenix. I have only one video up currently and it is a hunting video. It is a 2019 hunting review! Thanks again for the awesome vid, I will be using your technique for sure!
You should consider adding two steps from a ROS to the strap of the predator. Now you're steps and platform are all on the same level. Personally, I'm the opposite I prefer the second move. I feel like there is less movement that way. I punched a doe this past weekend using that maneuver.
I'll check it out!
Can you do a saddle hunting 101 video? Like how to set up and climb up and everything??
Coming soon!
Outdoors Allie can’t wait!
Both ways work well and I usually do the latter.
Definitely 👍. Keep up the great sharing. This setup is a great idea. God bless you! Stay safe,and happy hunting.
Thanks Jerry, you as well.
Very good advice on bow hunting from a tree stand!
This video is older so I hope you see it. Anyway, looking hard at saddles for fall 2021. That's how I found your channel. The tether itself I understand how it locks down and your are safe. It's not going anywhere. While climbing with the lineman's rope, does it want to slip or give say on a wet or smooth barked tree? Or maybe the tree has some snow or ice on it? My fear is as I'm trying to strap sticks to the tree, something gives and I fall and get hung upside down! Lol! Just curious and thanks for the videos. I'm going to make that Mongolian backstrap recipe this week from the more recent video you posted.
Let me know how you like the recipe!
I haven't experienced any of that, however I would not recommend climbing a smooth or loose barked tee like a sycamore for example.
Ok thanks. I'll keep that in mind. You really are a clear speaker on video. Not lots of "ums" or "uhs". Keep up the good work.
Well thought out!
Very good information. Thank you.
Glad it was helpful!
Maybe when I was in my 20's this rig had walk-in public land uses. Now that I'm in my 50's, I'd hunt from the ground before I'd hang myself with that thing lol.
I like both options but prefer the second one but my plate form is bigger so that helps
For sure.
Good information! Thank you for sharing
Glad it was helpful!
So, I'm considering a saddle, and I'm curious how comfortable they really are. I used a "Sit Drag" for ground hunting, and it hurt my hips after a few hours sitting there. It was vey uncomfortable to me. However, I do like the lightweight qualities of saddle hunting. I also like the idea that it's easier to keep the tree between you and the deer. That seems a little better for cover. Please let me know what you think about that.
I myself have that question
I love it. Very adjustable and comfortable for all shapes and sizes! It is incredibly fun as well!
@@OutdoorsAllie Thanks!
Great idea, Girl!!!! Nice vid!!!
Glad you liked it!!
Looks likes the way to go for me 🦌
Love it! Great video
Glad you enjoyed it!
Tell me how I seen your video bout saddle hunting and then I seen a picture of you in someone else’s video about saddle hunting 😂 so decided to watch yours instead
Thanks for watching!!
That's why I'll stay with my tree stand.
I just don't get the saddle thing, I guess I'll have to try it.
Give it a try!
😊😍BEAUTIFUL VIDEO 👍
Thank you! Cheers!
Served warm with bull shit and wild onion gravy . Pretty cool I have a hard time getting both of my feet on the plat form . A good pair of mud boots size 13
The saddle does help me hang in a tree longer . Trust me after 3 back surgeries I’ll take any thing I can p
The second way is the way I do it. It is actually less movement and, you keep your body against the tree for no silhouette.
For sure.
Outdoors Allie I would suggest practicing the small steps on the platform close to the ground to build the muscle memory. Once you get that confidence, doing it up in the tree is simple and you will be able to do it with out even looking down at your feet.
A friend has suggested saddle hunting to me and after a few vids I’ve already come to the conclusion that this is a rather complex and questionable style of hunting that is very expensive. My biggest issue that I can tell that I would have is my knees. Having my knees pressed into the tree for long periods of time does not sound comfortable, nor does standing on a tiny platform. Thanks for the video though. Glad it works for you. Good luck.
Thanks for watching Wayne.
You can buy knee pads
@@MinFulks I k ow I can but I don’t like the feeling of knee pads and I have bad knees.
Awesome video!. Thanks!
Glad you liked it!
have you ever weighed the entire setup. stick, saddle+platform? just curious if there is a weight savings over hanging a stand. Thanks for the video
I haven't, but if I had to guess i'd say its around 20 lbs total (not including my bow)
and I could also make some improvements. I will do that video this fall!!
Women who hunt are 🔥 🔥 🔥, especially when they know what they are doing. On another note, what is the reason behind the governor not allowing hunting on Sundays? Seems extremely weird to me.
Good stuff. Loved the thumbnail.
Thanks for watching!
Good solution thx
Thanks for watching!
good job
Thanks Greg!
Nice
As a woman myself I have been trying to find another woman using one of these to ask my biggest question about using a saddle. What do you do if you are in the tree a long time and have to pee? I imagine if layered for cold weather and having the saddle on, it could be a bit of a hassle and not wise to hold it too long lol.
It is. Climbing down is the only option :(
But other than that its awesome!
@@OutdoorsAllie Thanks for the response! it seems like it would be worth the hassle. something to look forward to for next season!
@@sparaith I heard about a woman who drove all the way from Texas to Louisiana or Louisiana to Florida, I can't remember, but she wore some kind of adult diapers so she wouldn't have to stop along the way. She just peed right into the diaper and was fine (not sure if she pooped). Maybe that's an option for you ladies. Just pee in a diaper and keep hunting.
@@russelllangworthy8855 I know what you're talking about. I believe she worked for NASA or was an astronaut and it had to do with a love triangle. She drove from Texas to Florida without stopping and wore the diapers they wear to go into space or whatever.
Good information..
Thanks for watching Steve!
Do you think you cld do a review on the different kinds of heater body suits.
I'll look into it!
A year late Allie, but are you using the saddle again this year? Thx.
That's the plan!
@@OutdoorsAllie Gotta say. You respond after a year is really amazing. You reply better than most of my friends/family. LOL. I dunno know what that says about me, but it says a hell a lot about you. Thx.
@@jeffmattax LOL thanks for watching Jeff. It is much appreciated!
Never knew about a saddle till now, I use an Ol’man climber ( just subscribed). My only worry is how am I gonna piss in a bottle and sleep in my stand just kidding. Love your channel and the video just Subscribed!
LOL thanks for watching John!
Great Video Sweet One = STAY SAFE IN ALL YOU DO
God Bless You & Yours!
Thank you!
Do you think the new predator xl platform will help you feel more comfortable making the transition to shoot on your weak side?
I sure do! Can't wait to try it!
Leave the sticks take the platform, not take your sticks or at-least the bottom 2 & leave the platform?
Sometimes I do that as well. Depends on where Im hunting
Basically you made your stick a ring of steps, nice
Yes, I like doing that!
So is there a complete kit the saddle the platform and the climbing sticks that you can buy
Not currently.
What does a section of climbing stick weigh? Want to keep it light as possible for my hike in
2.9 lb each for the hawk
You can call me Terry
Second option is better.
Im getting more comfortable with it!
Looks cool but seems a tad bit low for a tree stand. :~
Yes, this demonstration is low. Normally im 12-15 feet hight.
What jacket is that? Do u like it?
This is a First Lite puffy jacket. I love it for almost everything besides whitetail hunting. Its a bit noisy, but definitely warm!
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My go-to for whitetail is the Sanctuary. Especially when its cold!
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Thanks for watching Zach!
So, how long can you sit in that? I've been known to take a power nap in my climber, think I can in this to? Lol
LoL I know people who go all day, I usually sit a few hours at a time.
I sat about 4-5 hours this past weekend in Kansas and slept probably 2 of them, snoring and everything, lol! Super comfy my friend!
I do a lot of all day sits. Naps are pretty nice in the saddle but not nearly as comfortable as a summit climber, which I no longer own and won't own again.
@@J155P - You won't own a summit climber again because the Saddle is that much better of an experience? Or did something happen?
@@Everyday_Railroading I love the portability, compactness, and quietness of the saddle. The summit is a nice climber. I just found it way too bulky and loud going through twigs and brush. Also, I'm not a tall guy and the overall length of the summit was just too much for me while walking through thick brush and over logs etc. My legs would always kick the cables and stand, which I found annoying. My particular summit didn't fold down flat either, so I felt the center of gravity was way to far back, if that makes any sense.
nice
Wouldn’t it just make more sense considering you are putting a platform up , you just use a treestand?
Depending on your situation it might be.
Never hunted with a saddle before ... just looks uncomfortable.... is that what you usually hunt in ,??? Do you prefer saddles over climbers... to me climbers seem to be alot better.....
I do prefer them now.
Saddle hunters, especially those who bow hunt from them, need to be aware, & excessively careful about their razor sharp broadheads coming in contact with their life saving rope systems!!!! This should be a no brainer, but they have labels on car batteries, warning people not to drink the contents! 🤪
Its perfect cause you did it of corse.
How do you take a nap in that
Not easy lol