Is shooting from a saddle easier than a treestand? 

Good idea. With a severely leaning tree, it does affect your ability to shoot 360 to some degree.

Joe P I don't think Garrett saw it! Lol!

Hahaha...I had to slow mo it to see who the heck that was. Hilarious!

Lol I missed it the first time.

None of the shots are difficult. It just takes some time to figure it out. The advantages of saddle hunting far outweigh the negatives.

yeah, im going to take my setup to my tree over the summer and bring a bunch of old arrows I dont care if I break. Do some stump shooting out of the saddle. Will see what comes of it. If I end up liking it ill keep this saddle in mind, looks great. Like that platform as well. You guys have any plans to make some different types like the ameristeps?

GOOD!!!!!

You got it! Hopefully it helps!

How in the world do you shoot one handed???

Thanks. Hopefully it helps.

They're rated up to 6,000 lbs were good brother

They're called Ameristep Strap On Steps. You can find them occasionally on Ebay and Craigslist.

You can do that for sure. There are multiple ways to make the weak side shot. On a pivot style platform, you can even stand up straight and rotate around on the platform without even going around the tree like I did.

It's easy with jackets. You can add those in the tree. Your pant layers need to be put on the ground. One tip I use is to walk in with almost no insulating clothing, only base layers or lightweight layers. That keeps me from sweating on my walk in.

tehrd phantom more confortable than the kestral by far

After using both the kestrel flex is by FAR more comfy

I've never been to a show, but it could be fun!

Thank's, I was thinking that can be an issue! I already shattered a limb from a hang on treestand!

Great question I was curious as well. If you were to practice the shooting movements do you think it would minimize problems. Also how wide is your crossbow when drawn? Thanks.

@@michaelkarr6353 I believe it's about 15 inches wide at full draw.

underdog outdoors thanks for the info.

Custom made from an old lone wolf seat.

It's possible. Hip pinch is a thing. Most hunters figure it out with a little practice. However, if you have medical issues with your hips, it might be a bigger challenge for you.

Thank you so much for the info...great when hunters share knowledge. Much appreciated.

My buddy uses a kestrall saddle. Both of his hips are replaced. They fit higher so weight is not transfered to hips more abdomen area. Lower straps tighten around thighs. He sits all day if wife let's him.

Input? Yeah, see if your insurance will cover accidental hangings.

Pesky PopPop great ideas! I'd love to do a collab with John and Bassboys!

I didn't know Patagonia was anti. I know they're a leader in conservation. YVON Chouinard, the co-founder, just spoke at the Backcountry Hunters and Anglers event in Montana. I suppose I need to be better informed.

G2 Outdoors no worries brother. Honestly, I really like the quality of their stuff. Just a shame when conservationists don’t see eye to eye with things. Regardless, keep up the great work!!

Matthew Pawloski I did. Mathews hooked me up with a new one. The jury is still out though. I really liked that Bowtech.

Nope. 100% comfortable.

@@G2Outdoors i might have to give this a try. Im a public land hunter and I like to get away from the crowd. It takes me at least an hour to get to my spot and after walking through rugged terrain with a tree stand strapped to my back, it kinda makes my back ache a little.

Only when the tether line gets caught around your neck.

Not a concern at all. Literally THOUSANDS of deer have been killed from a saddle now with no issues. I myself have killed dozens and the Tethrd team has probably killed well over 100 out of saddles. No issues whatsoever.

This video is from early 2018, Tethrd has demonstrated this very technique since then on a THP video.

@@digitaldozer Awesome! Thanks

I don't think so.

No problem. Everything is reversed.

You're weird...lol

I disagree. With practice, it's easy. I've killed several deer on the weak side.

It's pretty dang comfortable. Plus there's no bulk, no weight, and no noise. Nothing wrong with a climber either if it works for your style of hunting.

Maybe so. Don't knock it until you try it. :)

G2 Outdoors 2:27 I’ve tried and can shooting right handed but it’s def weird... in case you thought I meant saddle hunting, def not, love it...

@@JoryValley lol! Now I get it!

🦌🦌Saddle Hunting is quite, light weight to carry, your setup locations are concealed, very mobile. Saddle hunting isnt for everyone, but if you hunt large tracts of public ground then saddle hunting should be considered....the other big advantage is your ability to adjust your setup location or move your location let's say 60 yds away from your original spot without disturbing your location...virtually no noise and still being able to hunt effectively. I also like the fact that your mobile saddle can never be stolen like conventional hang on stands. All in all my biggest decision for choosing saddle hunting was the weight on my back 35 to 45lbs...now I only carry between 10 to 15lbs on my back...that's much easier....