How To Get Started With Saddle Hunting

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Saddle hunting has recently gained a ton of traction in the mainstream of deer hunting. But there's still a lot of questions about what gear you need for saddle hunting. We take a look at the basic gear you need, as well as what you can upgrade, and ways you can modify your saddle hunting gear.
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@upatree10 2 жыл бұрын

This is your best work yet, Justin! Getting into saddle hunting can be overwhelming, if you let it. You just helped simplify the process, down to what is really necessary to get going in saddle hunting, and what is not. Thanks for the great info!

@mattsaxton3434 2 жыл бұрын

This was really great! Thank you for all of your knowledge. I just started looking into it and I really like how you do not pressure anyone into doing your way, or your way of the only way, etc. I hate when I watch things and feel like I need to buy everything the person is doing/showing to make it work. You were able to keep options open for anyone interested while getting the point across. Thank you

@davidcalderwood4351 Жыл бұрын

Would love a video of a load out. Want to see how people put the gear on for trekking into the woods. Tips on equippment placement on where to carry the sticks for quick deployment, things like that.

@fliesbyme 8 ай бұрын

Solid video. Great breakdown of the basics.

@phoebe_embry05 3 жыл бұрын

Can’t wait for y’all to get out there this season.👊🏼

@jasonspandet6058 2 жыл бұрын

Saddle hunting has come along ways in the past couple of years.

@ClemsonFAN251 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for making this. Simple and straight to the point. Too many guys get cute making complicated videos. It ain’t rocket science. 👍🏻

@bowhuntordie 3 жыл бұрын

That's for sure! Thanks!

@TylerMiller04 3 жыл бұрын

YES! Ive been looking at getting a saddle setup for this season, and I've been trying to piece together everything that I will need to buy. I'm kind of on a budget, so knowing what I need to start with will be awesome, and then I can add on later... Thanks so much for this video guys!

@mattvanmalsen311 3 жыл бұрын

I have a ring of steps, but am upgrading to the predator platform, just for comfort. I will also just set up ladders in the woods like I used to do for regular treestand hunting but just put my platform on when I use that tree. I still use hawk climbing sticks to though.

@kevinnielsen4321 2 жыл бұрын

👍👍👍

@bruce2927 Жыл бұрын

Good explanation of real needs versus comfort etc. I'm with you on your setup its hard to beat tetherd gear.👍

@chuckbert3117 Жыл бұрын

Outstanding video. I have been doing a bit of research and as you say it can be overwhelming. This video is very comprehensive and I appreciate that.

@mulvey0731 3 ай бұрын

Back when I started bowhunting, too many years ago to admit, I was so poor, I couldn’t pay attention! I used 5” 2X4 blocks with a hole drilled into the “NW” corner. I put a 9mm rope (nothing like today’s ropes). I’d tie a knot on each side of the hole. They’d be about 4-6’ in length, with my block in the middle. I’d just tie them around a tree, use a lineman’s belt, and go as far up a tree as I wanted! I’m not going to tell about my homemade stand , with a car seatbelt, but for the budget guys out there, these blocks were great. They were quiet, and I could have 5 or 6 of them on me and go as high as I needed. Sticks are way better, so save your money, and above all, be safe!!!!

@blainebergantzel3436 2 жыл бұрын

This is amazing info. I love the breakdown you give. You actually sold me on staying with my hang on stands because I don’t need to stay light weight and my stands don’t need to move a bunch. I wish I had a need to try it out because it looks so fun and gives a new wrinkle. I’m better off investing my money into what I’m used to.

@OutdoorsAllie 3 жыл бұрын

All good points. Good video Justin!

@bobadams1696 9 ай бұрын

Good video. I’m thinking of transitioning from strap on stand to saddle. You helped me.

@Squirrely1498 Жыл бұрын

Thanks best video i have seen yet cant wait to try out a saddle.

@captainjoesanglingadventur4894 Жыл бұрын

I'm fixing to turn 62 and will be trying this out through a friend who has one to see if I want to go out on that limb....lol Got my eye on the Cruzr Saddle simple because of the adjustability but before I shell out the claims I'm gonna try getting up the tree and hanging from it for awhile to see how it feels. Love the simplicity of your explanations on Each peice of the equipment vs what some Tell You You Must have to go hunting

@mulvey0731 3 ай бұрын

I’m 65, and just looking at giving it a try. Like you, I like the Crüzr saddle best. I like the Tethrd sticks or the XOP sticks.

@stillmanchad2326 3 жыл бұрын

Great informative video Justin, this may be my year to try a saddle.

@bowhuntordie 3 жыл бұрын

Let us know how it goes Chad!

@russellshealy5226 3 жыл бұрын

3 weeks and 6 days until the best time of the year 😁🦌

@mattvanmalsen311 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing, I feel like sometimes we get into gear and think we need it all, when the best gear we have is between our ears and people have been hunting with a lot less before we came along. I do agree with the comfort thing though it makes the days in the woods a lot better.

@mustang268 3 жыл бұрын

Get a tree lounge this will blow this thing away on comfort

@mikeguy9668 2 жыл бұрын

@@mustang268 well sure, like a summit viper or any other climber. Problem is the lack of tree options and hauling a giant stand around

@mustang268 2 жыл бұрын

@@mikeguy9668 tree stands aren't that heavy anymore compared to the past like my tree lounge unless you're carrying a double wide I rather sit in comfort for about 8 hours then struggling to to basic things carrying it 2 times a year the beginning and end of hunting season isn't a big deal I leave mine there i also use saddle if i want to go somewhere else and sit few a few hours they're handy but I prefer a old fashioned stand

@mikeguy9668 2 жыл бұрын

@@mustang268 to each his own. I'm done with big stands. Even a light one is around 20lbs and like I said you gotta have the right tree. Not to mention that it's way easier to get shot angles from a saddle. I get the comfort thing but it just doesn't outweigh the upsides of a saddle for me

@ronmacdougall9612 2 жыл бұрын

I just got mine in the other day,going to be trying it out soon.

@bowhuntordie 2 жыл бұрын

Good luck!

@connorlinville6107 8 ай бұрын

Great video really appreciate it!!

@baldwin276 Жыл бұрын

Great video. Thanks!

@wadudinhanter79 3 ай бұрын

very good and good video, we really like the understanding, extraordinary points, greetings from Pak Indonesia🙏🙏

@daneplaisted2076 3 жыл бұрын

Good stuff jz

@chadreid1068 3 жыл бұрын

I cause a lone wolf hand climber for my platform and climbing method. Super lightweight and fast there are videos on it and easier to carry and use climbing sticks for me.

@L2FlyMN Жыл бұрын

I’m already considering ditching my strap on sticks, leaning towards the simplicity of rope climbing, or SRT, as most of the trees I want to use, are way to big & limb filled, to get the straps around, & climb with the lineman’s rope. On my first year of this method, & love repelling back down the tree, grabbing my platform on my way down, leaving nothing behind.

@cray-z7404 7 ай бұрын

How do I get a platform on a giant tree like a big ole’ white oak

@graysquirreltreeservice7299 2 жыл бұрын

I am arborist for 21 yrs can't say I want to hang from a saddle vs sitting

@garrettstraffon608 8 ай бұрын

It’s about being able to go in far scouting, light and hunt. Sucks scouting with a giant lone wolf, I thought the same way you did until this year, seen guys able to go deeper than I could and come out with bucks. And barely carrying anything

@cowboy6262 3 жыл бұрын

Everytime anyone on bowhunt or die says "The reality of it " I force myself to take a swig of shine

@bowhuntordie 3 жыл бұрын

We'll start doing it more often now! 😂

@ClintonSmith-op5gb 15 күн бұрын

Yeah....force!😂😂😂

@michaelrabe269 Жыл бұрын

Great idea but being a lineman, I'll stick to a tree stand. Only so many hours I want to be strap to a harness and belt. Only way to keep it comfortable is moving or working. Your always going to be adjusting.

@V1KTOR33 2 жыл бұрын

Where can you get climbing rope with a eye splice in one end?

@JA-hn3to 3 жыл бұрын

Just a note , I minimize the amount of metal/aluminum on my harness for less noise when climbing and hunting.

@mustang268 3 жыл бұрын

You can also wrap some tape around them also

@travisbooth7784 2 жыл бұрын

What were the other saddles that you tried?

@joet1319 3 жыл бұрын

For public its a must. Privet I'm in a stand. Cruzr saddle!

@shawnbeck3962 2 жыл бұрын

I just got a Cruzr for my saddle this year.

@HymelsKajunKitchen 2 жыл бұрын

thanks for the info great break down

@outdoorwarvetitsavedmylife7094 3 жыл бұрын

Lone wolf 17" sticks tetherd mission platform latitude method saddle tether lineman rope all i have available is public land 90% of my hunting we are not allowed to use screw in steps on public here but we are allowed to use a gear hanging arm that screes in as long as we take it with us when we leave

@juniorb931 3 жыл бұрын

i have never hunted with a saddle but been thinking about it. how long before you have to change out all your ropes?

@bowhuntordie 3 жыл бұрын

The ropes should be able to last quite a few years. Seeing as you take them out of the tree after every hunt, they don't get the same wear and tear that a lifeline or a ratchet strap gets on a treestand.

@tylerwessendorf835 Жыл бұрын

Just a little tip, instead of using a regular bow rope, maybe try out the HSS retractable bow rope. Clip it your bow, clip the other end to your pack and start climbing. It retracts as you climb. Less tangle and you can reel the rope in when your done

@kevinnielsen4321 2 жыл бұрын

👍👍👍

@QuiseSama Жыл бұрын

Just started getting my bowhunting gear a couple months ago (this will be my first season), and dang my wallet is crying. Buying the bow alone felt like a targeted hate crime against my bank acc, and now the saddle kit is coming in to clean me dry. Never realized how expensive this hobby/saddle hunting truly is...

@ClintonSmith-op5gb 15 күн бұрын

Careful.....its additive😂😂

@stevegermain1222 3 жыл бұрын

I so want to get into saddle hunting but I already have six stands at some point you got to say enough is enough well okay maybe just one more

@stevegermain1222 3 жыл бұрын

Yep 16 hours later and I purchased a saddle and climbing sticks well that didn't take long

@tnoutdoorsmen 2 жыл бұрын

Its always OK to have more I'm at 10 stand a summit climber and a cruzr saddle 😂😂🤫 don't tell the wife

@chasononeal17 Жыл бұрын

I got a question? I'm 5ft 6 I have a really hard time reaching around large trees and sometimes swing the rope around the tree is not a option. Do u have any tips u could give.

@bowhuntordie Жыл бұрын

Hey Chason - we try to avoid saddle hunting out of really large diameter trees if we can avoid it. They're more difficult to see around and maneuver around if you need to get a shot, not to mention the issues with getting ropes around them. If it's too big to reach around and you can't swing a rope, I would look for another tree. Sometimes it's just not worth the hassle. When saddle hunting we tend to hunt out of smaller trees. Many folks say a "basketball" size is ideal.

@adked1841 3 жыл бұрын

I have tethered equipment...if your a bigger guy, get the larger platform...it'll be easier to stand on...

@SENGVIN 8 ай бұрын

What if i hunt with crossbow?

@WVScrubhunter 3 жыл бұрын

When I started hunting from trees back in the 80’s I stood on a limb for hours all day and was successful. Simple is better in my opinion. Great information here. Total cost for what gear you showed???

@bowhuntordie 3 жыл бұрын

The Tethrd Phantom starter kit includes a saddle and all the ropes/carabiners you need to get started. It's $365. They also have another model available for $305. The Predator XL platform is $190. Lone Wolf Climbing sticks are around $200. Sys Hauler bags are $20/each, backrest is $30, and I'm sure I'm missing a few more accessories. If you're starting from zero plan on spending around $700 on a full setup.

@stevegermain1222 3 жыл бұрын

I don't understand the pricing on the platform you can get a hang on stand for 1/3 of that

@mikeguy9668 2 жыл бұрын

@@stevegermain1222 find me a hang on for 60$ and I'll show you a giant piece of shit

@millertime2446 2 жыл бұрын

Could saddle hunting be an option for trees that are crooked or too awkward for a traditional stand?

@bowhuntordie 2 жыл бұрын

Definitely! That's one of the main reasons that we can't really use climbers in our part of Illinois. Too many crooked trees.

@millertime2446 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback. I think will give it a try. Good luck to y’all this season!

@jasonspandet6058 2 жыл бұрын

Definitely and if you use a arborist style tree climbing method with ropes you can get into pretty much any tree in the timber.

@cameronadams8101 8 ай бұрын

I think tree gafs would be easier than sticks

@michaelwilson6742 3 жыл бұрын

SYS Haulers are necessary

@MINIHAHA1 2 жыл бұрын

Great video man tha ks for posting. I'm looking to lighten up my run and gun set up and just ordered the predator platform. I'm looking for ways to transport the platform and sticks. There are so many different ways to do so. Do you use the bag that tethered sells for you platform?

@bowhuntordie 2 жыл бұрын

No, I simply strap both the sticks and platform to the outside of the backpack. Most of them have lashing straps of some sort that work pretty well.

@fatilz5279 9 ай бұрын

So I didn’t need to spend a 100 on a mad rock well dang 😅

@cray-z7404 7 ай бұрын

All the best trees in best spots are giant white oaks and I wilsh I could figure out a way to hunt them bog ole feed trees without screw in steps and lock on …

@newkingjames1757 3 жыл бұрын

Ditch the sticks and go DRT

@michaelpcooksey5096 2 жыл бұрын

Would be nice to have general $$$ mentioned.

@mikeguy9668 2 жыл бұрын

Everything he had is around 700$

@michaelpcooksey5096 2 жыл бұрын

@@mikeguy9668 Thank You. So that means maybe 2-3 years of good hunting to break even if the meat goes into the freezer. OK.

@TheOHOutdoors 2 жыл бұрын

Opinions on knee pads

@SEPA.1973 2 жыл бұрын

Must have!

@bowhuntordie 2 жыл бұрын

They can be helpful if you're comfortable hanging like that, but not a necessity on sits that are only a few hours.

@steveyd101 3 жыл бұрын

The best way to get started saddle hunting is to not stop talking about saddle hunting 😂

@bowhuntordie 3 жыл бұрын

And have the total weight of your gear memorized!

@steveyd101 3 жыл бұрын

@@bowhuntordie Need to count ounces.... as long as it is not around your waist! lol

@miasage35x45 Жыл бұрын

To get the technical names right, the lineman line is called a flip line. This will help newcomers find other products properly

@rickwiggins5726 Жыл бұрын

Who wants to pay $300 to $400 for a saddle when you can spend 99 bucks on a harness which does the same thing as long as you have the side d-rings

@WolfinWolvesClothing713 Жыл бұрын

I don't think it's like a traditional safety harness. I just ordered mine so idk yet. A traditional safety harness is made to stop a fall not to sit in. Look it up, people have died from hanging in an actual safety harness too long. It's like 20-30 minutes that can kill you from cutting off blood flow, etc...

@ClintonSmith-op5gb 15 күн бұрын

Just bought a saddle for $109 from tethered

@rod4758 21 күн бұрын

Yea put the rope around your neck😂😂😂not with my luck. Murphys law

@kevkawmkevpaub6189 2 жыл бұрын

Saddle hunting sucks. It's a waste of money and time. It makes hunting horrible and unenjoyable. You have too many things to handle when climbing. Sitting is a nightmare and killing your legs. Maneuver and moving are difficult. Shooting is more challenging when you have the bridge and the tether in front of you. Lots of time you only have a few seconds to shoot, and this hunting style is too slow to take a shot.