One nice thing about a longer platform (like a Tethrd Predator or longer) is that you can be at the same leaning angle but be slightly further from the tree and so you can run a bit longer of a tether at the same angle and tether height. That is if you typically put your feet towards the back of the platform. This can allow a bit more freedom of movement and clearance for the bow. Of course, there are no solutions, only tradeoffs when it comes to most things in life.
Bullman Outdoors HD ratchet. Yes it was loud but like I said, Bullman has a video on how to make it quiet. I would never ratchet it like that in the woods. I’ll take an extra 60 seconds to do it quiet and slow.
It sucks .... But you put all the dots together and figured out a Michigan public land buck.... That's saying something bud.... We hunt a really really hard state I've been chasing deer in Michigan for 30 years and I've had my fair share of blown hunts. Good job and keep at it. 👍👍
Thank you, that means a lot! It is tough and that’s why I love it. It would be awesome to hear what you have learned over the years and how it’s changed with the increased pressure. One last weekend left 🤞
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That’s a very good idea! I’ll be doing the same. I had a missed opportunity on a buck from last weekend, so going back to the same spot to chase him again. It’ll be easy to find their trails. Good luck!
Have you noticed a lot of other hunters/hunter sign? I’ve been wanting to try those parks but I figured they are as blown out as my other spots in the SE.
I tend to not run into that many people, only happened twice this year out of 20 or so times I’ve been out. Here’s what I think: If I’m by other people, then I’m not scouting hard enough to get away from the pressure. Mature deer are going to avoid those areas. If I notice a super blown out spot, I usually film it, but don’t on the random ones here and there. This video and the No Deer November one, I point out 2 spots that were ridiculously crowded.
Nice vid but I feel like you can hug the tree closer then you showed on film with a platform. I also use a ring of steps and like them but have issues with slipping sometimes and they aren’t as comfy as a normal saddle platform. I may try both at the same time but again setting up a ring of steps is kinda loud and tedious compared to a platform.
You sure can, definitely agree with that and that’s what I try to do as well. But the marketing material from the saddle companies show people shooting from the 9 o’clock position all the time and that’s what I wanted to show. In my opinion, it’s easier to take that 11 o’clock shot from the ROS. Comfort wise, how low are you siting? That could be why it’s not comfy. Knee pads are a requirement too. Also agree on the setup. I feel it’s still worth it though. Having both is the way to go!
@baseballslamer24 you definitely have to ratchet them down hard, no way around it. Bullamn Outdoors has a video on how to do it quietly. I just go slow and do one click at a time. Really get it tight around the tree just like you would a platform when you cam lock it.
Dave, Thanks for the video. I currently have a Bullman ring-of-steps and I'm considering getting a platform. I noticed in the video that the shots on the right of the frame allowed you to use the tree for cover while the shot from the left of the frame had you skylighted and in the open. which side was the platform, and which was the ring-of-steps?
Left was platform, shooting at the 9 o’clock position. Right was ROS, shooting at the 11 o’clock position. The benefit of a saddle and ROS is exactly what you said, using the tree as cover!
So my followup question was going to be... have you ever hunted using both ROS and the platform? Well, I found your other video on that very subject. Thanks for the information and excellent videos. Good hunting! @@BarefootDave_
@@gasanchez84 thank you for the sub! I appreciate it. Can’t figure out how to message on here, but if you ever want to see something specific, hit me up on instagram and I’ll get a video around for you! If it’s a big tree, I’ll use both for sure. Especially when the deer might come from anywhere. If it’s a small tree and I know where they’ll be traveling, I’ll just use my platform and still shoot at the 11 o’clock position. I’m one sticking this year so I find it much easier to use just the platform. When I was using sticks plus a separate platform, it wasn’t much more work to use both.
Always position the bottom of the plateform to run level with your steps…you’ll have to run two straps but it will allow you to move around the tree much easier👍
With the platform below and steps on top (with one strap), you can go from standing to sitting without adjusting your tether. I typically hunt from the steps but will setup and tear down while standing on the platform. Not needing to adjust my tether makes it all a lot easier.
@@BarefootDave_ it’s really the two eyes from your strap that give your plateform real stability…it’s cutting a corner or step for convince rather than guaranteeing plateform stability from not being able to move out of anchored position…safety first
@@perryrusso3764 hmm I never thought of it that way. The ratchet strap over the platforms post makes it wayyy more secure than just the cam buckle. With the cam buckle, there is still some play until you really can lock it in. The ratchet straps is locked in and barely if any sets when you step on it. To me, it’s actually better than the cam buckle.
