Love the setup and video format. Way to get another cameraman involved! You didn't waste any time and got right to it. Kudos on that. Showing start to finish al the way through was rare. Love the idea of staying tethered the entire time. Aiders with the cobra knot were awesome. Zip ties for your hook that stow away are a great idea too. Man, great job all around! Super stoked for what's to come with saddle hunting. The market alone is making huge innovations for these saddle companies and i feel like it's rapidly becoming a norm. The proficiency to come is goimg to make things a lot more interesting on public land! Well done!
I’m 6’6 305 and I’ve been really wanting to get into saddle hunting. I’ve been nervous trying to figure out the best method that I could do it safely. And man I got to say this video gave me a lot of confidence on getting my set up and getting into saddle hunting. Thanks man. New follower!
Definitely liking the method of climbing with the tether… You don’t have to switch ropes at the top, and as the bark tears up your rope you only have to buy one rope to replace your set up… I run latitude outdoors method 2 saddle, it’s metal free and if not the most comfortable on the market, it’s top two… TX5 i’ve heard is the most comfortable and they have joined forces with latitude so I imagine good things are coming. I also just picked up Lonewolf custom gear “the fix” saddle platform. With the upward cam technology, wow, does it bite the tree HARD. Can’t bring myself to attach anything to the tree with Amsteel, I love a good cam buckle. I recently saw a hack where you cut a yak grip in half and slide it over the buckle. Totally silent and the button still works as should. Your set up is a touch noisy, but for $30 worth of stealth strips, I’ve been able to tape everything I needed to! Thanks for the tips man, I’ll be subscribing and liking your videos!
I also run beast sticks, they grip the weirdest trees rock solid, but the packability sucks… It’s a sacrifice I guess because they stand off the tree more than any other stick. Quite comfortable actually. When my Lonewolf backpack straps arrived, I’m going to attach them to the saddle platform and try and tie everything up to it. 😂
Everyone does it a little different. It’s just the way I like to do it. Some say there’s a concern of smashing fingers if you fall but so far I haven’t had any issues. Just something to think about. Amsteal honestly is much stronger and less forgiving than a traditional cam buckle. But, just do what you are comfortable with. Thanks for the comments!
My only concern with your method would be having your fingers between the rope and the tree during your move. If something were to happen and you fell, that's really going to do a number on your fingers when that rope tightens on the tree. Innovating the Outdoors makes a 3D printed t handle that allows you to move the rope without having your hands under the rope. I one stick and move my repel rope in a similar way, but it's always on my mind about falling and getting them caught.
The only reason you wouldn’t want to climb that way, is if you were to fall, the rope would synch your fingers against the tree. Thats why the “lineman” belt is recommended. I’m a lineman by the way haha. But I would definitely use this method.
I'm new to this saddle hunting method and have spent alot of time researching and I've wonder about doing this recently because I just don't like the linesman rope. So I will be hitting a tree tomorrow to try this out
On average 18-20 feet. I’m a shorter guy so I can’t separate the steps as far as some people. With the aiders I can get close to 24ft if the tree allows. Thanks for the question. We appreciate it.
@Backwoodspursuit got the time to try your method of using the tether to climb and my man you are on to something. Also instead of zip ties I used paracord cause I didn't wanna go buy a color to match and it works for me. Thanks man for the great info
Also make you a USA rope mod for your platform so you can ditch that damn strap. Hell if you want just let me know and I'll even send one to your po box
I would be careful holding on to your rope with both hands when moving it, if you ever fell you’d pin both hands to the tree and you’d be stuck hanging there until someone found you or you degloved your fingers, that’s the reason many guys use a lineman’s 15:19
I am 99% positive that it is illegal to trim limbs and branches from trees on pubic land in ky. I could always be wrong. Locating the law is difficult. I did find that you cannot cut down trees or screw anything into the trees or damage public habitat in anyway. But specifically referring to trimming limbs I did not find.
On certain public WMA or conservation land it is 100% illegal to cut or trim limbs. However, it is not illegal at all on private land and most public hunting property. It does vary some from public to public so check the regulations for that specific property. Great comment and a need to know for public hunters.
Brother, if you ever have an accident, and slip while climbing, you're gonna trap your hands! It's gonna hurt, and you're gonna be helpless! No way I'm putting my hands in a pinch point like that!
150lbs of pressure and your finger is coming off iv seen it done with a crossbow at 80lbs left his thumb on the top rail and when he pulled the trigger the string sliced it right off
I run some hawk stuff but definitely trash those black/yellow ropes. They're very known to fail. I'd recommend canyon ci-v or 8mm oplux. Please don't trust those hawk rope bridges
@@BackwoodsPursuit no problem man. Ive seen at least 6 posts on fb saddle hunter groups where the sheath blows out mid sit. I'd get some oplux 8mm or canyon ci-v 9mm and make a new bridge. $1.38/ft on quality rope could literally save your life.
If you slip and or the stick fails and you fall while your hands are around that rope I’ll tell you right now 150lbs of pressure will cut your hand off…. Or a finger be safe use the lineman’s rope for a reason
Finally someone that shows how they hang it on there waist, zip tie man, why didn’t I think of that😂
@johncahill4522 absolutely! Thanks for watching and glad it was helpful!
Zip ties are a great idea thanks soo much.
@brianrichey9701 absolutely! Glad it was helpful and thanks for watching!
Great video buddy thank you very much for the help🍻
@Alpineedgeoutdoors absolutely! Glad it was helpful and thanks for watching!
Love the setup and video format. Way to get another cameraman involved! You didn't waste any time and got right to it. Kudos on that. Showing start to finish al the way through was rare. Love the idea of staying tethered the entire time. Aiders with the cobra knot were awesome. Zip ties for your hook that stow away are a great idea too. Man, great job all around! Super stoked for what's to come with saddle hunting. The market alone is making huge innovations for these saddle companies and i feel like it's rapidly becoming a norm. The proficiency to come is goimg to make things a lot more interesting on public land! Well done!
@lukemartindale3348 thank you and Glas it was helpful! Thanks for the feedback as well!
I appreciate the video man. I tried my setup today for the first time. It’s def daunting that first time. Looking fwd to getting back up there soon.
@thedawsonian9094 excellent! Glad it was helpful and good luck out there! Thanks for watching.
Good video. Love how you use the tether like a lineman’s rope. Doesn’t keep falling down like a lineman’s rope.
@@nuntawood thanks! Glad it was helpful
I’m 6’6 305 and I’ve been really wanting to get into saddle hunting. I’ve been nervous trying to figure out the best method that I could do it safely. And man I got to say this video gave me a lot of confidence on getting my set up and getting into saddle hunting. Thanks man. New follower!
@jimmyholcomb2594 thanks and glad itbwas helpful! Thanks for watching!
Great video, very helpful. Thank you!
Thank you! Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching.
Definitely liking the method of climbing with the tether… You don’t have to switch ropes at the top, and as the bark tears up your rope you only have to buy one rope to replace your set up… I run latitude outdoors method 2 saddle, it’s metal free and if not the most comfortable on the market, it’s top two… TX5 i’ve heard is the most comfortable and they have joined forces with latitude so I imagine good things are coming. I also just picked up Lonewolf custom gear “the fix” saddle platform. With the upward cam technology, wow, does it bite the tree HARD. Can’t bring myself to attach anything to the tree with Amsteel, I love a good cam buckle. I recently saw a hack where you cut a yak grip in half and slide it over the buckle. Totally silent and the button still works as should. Your set up is a touch noisy, but for $30 worth of stealth strips, I’ve been able to tape everything I needed to! Thanks for the tips man, I’ll be subscribing and liking your videos!
I also run beast sticks, they grip the weirdest trees rock solid, but the packability sucks… It’s a sacrifice I guess because they stand off the tree more than any other stick. Quite comfortable actually. When my Lonewolf backpack straps arrived, I’m going to attach them to the saddle platform and try and tie everything up to it. 😂
Thanks for the suggestions and thanks for watching!
That's great! Thanks! Depending on where you are hunting, packability may or may not be a huge deal, but there is usually a tradeoff, right!
Everyone does it a little different. It’s just the way I like to do it. Some say there’s a concern of smashing fingers if you fall but so far I haven’t had any issues. Just something to think about. Amsteal honestly is much stronger and less forgiving than a traditional cam buckle. But, just do what you are comfortable with. Thanks for the comments!
Very nice and completely detailed. Super helpful
Glad it was helpful and thanks for watching!
My only concern with your method would be having your fingers between the rope and the tree during your move. If something were to happen and you fell, that's really going to do a number on your fingers when that rope tightens on the tree. Innovating the Outdoors makes a 3D printed t handle that allows you to move the rope without having your hands under the rope. I one stick and move my repel rope in a similar way, but it's always on my mind about falling and getting them caught.
@missouriwhitetails4147 thanks for the insight and thanks for watching!
Very helpful.👍
@edwardbuck8094 thanks! Glad it was helpful!
The only reason you wouldn’t want to climb that way, is if you were to fall, the rope would synch your fingers against the tree. Thats why the “lineman” belt is recommended. I’m a lineman by the way haha. But I would definitely use this method.
@@RedWingsFanClub thanks for the feedback!
I'm new to this saddle hunting method and have spent alot of time researching and I've wonder about doing this recently because I just don't like the linesman rope. So I will be hitting a tree tomorrow to try this out
@richardgatlin9238 that sounds great! Let me know you like it. Thanks for watching!
On average 18-20 feet. I’m a shorter guy so I can’t separate the steps as far as some people. With the aiders I can get close to 24ft if the tree allows. Thanks for the question. We appreciate it.
@letsdudethis thanks buddy!
@Backwoodspursuit got the time to try your method of using the tether to climb and my man you are on to something. Also instead of zip ties I used paracord cause I didn't wanna go buy a color to match and it works for me. Thanks man for the great info
@@richardgatlin9238 glad to hear and glad it was helpful! Thanks again!
Theres not any public ive hunted that i havent clipped limbs. Damn the man!😂
@@mikeguy9668 haha!
Thnx ! 🙏
Absolutely! Glad it was helpful and thanks for watching!
Hey Brother greetings from Iowa! Im new to saddle hunting. With the 4 sticks how high are you getting? Thanks for the Video. Helped alot. 😁
16-18 FEET ALWAYS
Also make you a USA rope mod for your platform so you can ditch that damn strap. Hell if you want just let me know and I'll even send one to your po box
Thanks for the suggestions!
When do you plan on using the lineman rope?
the lineman's rope comes in handy when I have to cross a tree limb on the way up or down.
I would be careful holding on to your rope with both hands when moving it, if you ever fell you’d pin both hands to the tree and you’d be stuck hanging there until someone found you or you degloved your fingers, that’s the reason many guys use a lineman’s 15:19
Thanks for the tip and thanks for watching!
@@BackwoodsPursuit great idea with the zip ties though, going to add those on my skeletors too!
@natet.5813 excellent!
That’s Sir I’ll keep that in mind.
May i please getthe name of the black Device you are using to remove and add slack?
It’s simply 550 cord and the knot is called a cobra not
Hey! I believe he might be meaning that black metal line lock that is triangular in shape?
If you slip a foot on a step your fingers or hand will be hung in your rope....not a good ideal...use your linesman rope
@@newbysoutdoors5573 thanks for the insight!
I am 99% positive that it is illegal to trim limbs and branches from trees on pubic land in ky. I could always be wrong. Locating the law is difficult. I did find that you cannot cut down trees or screw anything into the trees or damage public habitat in anyway. But specifically referring to trimming limbs I did not find.
Thanks for the comment...always worth double checking the regs. Thanks for watching!
On certain public WMA or conservation land it is 100% illegal to cut or trim limbs. However, it is not illegal at all on private land and most public hunting property. It does vary some from public to public so check the regulations for that specific property. Great comment and a need to know for public hunters.
@letsdudethis thanks man!
@@letsdudethis I wonder what the law for the DBNF is. That is typically where I hunt the most public
I trim on all public. Never had a warden in the tree with me to slap my hand
Brother, if you ever have an accident, and slip while climbing, you're gonna trap your hands! It's gonna hurt, and you're gonna be helpless! No way I'm putting my hands in a pinch point like that!
@@jaystachowiak3540 thanks for the heads up!
150lbs of pressure and your finger is coming off iv seen it done with a crossbow at 80lbs left his thumb on the top rail and when he pulled the trigger the string sliced it right off
The way you climb you need to one stick. Its so much better and you already use the climbing technique
@mikeguy9668 thanks for the tip and thanks for watching!
I’ve thought about I’m just getting to old lol!
I run some hawk stuff but definitely trash those black/yellow ropes. They're very known to fail. I'd recommend canyon ci-v or 8mm oplux. Please don't trust those hawk rope bridges
@terrylabbee2116 thanks for the insight!
@@BackwoodsPursuit no problem man. Ive seen at least 6 posts on fb saddle hunter groups where the sheath blows out mid sit. I'd get some oplux 8mm or canyon ci-v 9mm and make a new bridge. $1.38/ft on quality rope could literally save your life.
@@terrylabbee2116 thanks for the heads up!
If you slip and or the stick fails and you fall while your hands are around that rope I’ll tell you right now 150lbs of pressure will cut your hand off…. Or a finger be safe use the lineman’s rope for a reason
@carsonv113 thanks for the insight!
Where are you located in ky? I am in bracken county
Hey there! We have team members all over the country...East to the western states! Thanks for watching!