Best Hunting Saddle Kit
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Embarking on your saddle hunting adventure can be very daunting. With so many fancy words and so much gear you think you need to buy; we aim to dumb down this process for you to get into the saddle hunting world. We will go over the basics, the best hunting saddle kit you should get, and what to expect.
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The Absolute Basics of a Hunting Saddle Kit
1. What you'll need to get right into saddle hunting
- Hunting Saddle
- 2 Pouches
- Tree Tether & Lineman Rope
- Climbing Sticks
- Platform
- Knee Pads
- Gear Hangers
That is all you will ever need to start saddle hunting. 99% all of you have gear hangers and climbing sticks, so you'll just need to purchase the other equipment listed off above.
The Best Hunting Saddle Kit: Now you know exactly what you need, lets discuss what you are looking for. If you are looking for something cheap just to get your foot in the door to see if you like saddle hunting, we highly recommend checking out XOP. If you want a premium brand that's sourced and sewn in America, go with us, BullPath.
XOP Pros and Cons
Pros of CHEAP Hunting Saddle Kit:
- Foundation Builder: Helps you get your foot in the door to start saddle hunting with all the necessary gear.
- Budget Friendly: Since XOP is a Chinese based business and offshores all their labor, cost of their products is extremely cheap and budget friendly.
- All Gear Needed in One Package: Since XOP is a well-established business, they produce everything you'll ever need to get started.
Cons of CHEAP Hunting Saddle Kit:
- Ruggedness: Some have found XOP's offshoring operations has found the quality of their products not up to par or does not hold up well after rugged use.
- Chinese Made: Some may not like representing a company that offshores all production to capitlize off a Free Republic Capitlist society like America.
BullPath Pros and Cons
Pros of Premium Hunting Saddle Kit:
- 100% American Made: We are one of the very few hunting companies that uses 100% American sourced material and sewn in Mansfield, Ohio.
- Premium Product: We care about how we sew and the materials we use for our products. Just know, you are getting top notch gear.
- Ruggedness: With the quality textiles we use, the gear will last for years to come with extensive heavy abuse. If it doesn't, you get a lifetime warranty for all textile goods.
Cons of Premium Hunting Saddle Kit:
- Pricing: Some have found our ( BullPath ) gear to be too expensive for them to dive into saddle hunting.
- Stigma: Some people look down on others that represent American based companies for whatever reason. If you dont care about what others think, we are perfect for you.
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The Premium Saddle Hunting Kit Route
Firstly, if you decide to go with a premium Saddle Hunting Kit from us, this is exactly what you'll get in the kit.
- BullThreat v.2 or Praxis Saddle: Both made with quality and American pride. Both offer amazing comfort and safety, but both have different constructions and capabilities.
- 2 S.A.M Pouches: Two quality made pouches to hold your lineman rope and tree tether.
- Tree Tether and Lineman Rope: You'll also get the two different style ropes necessary to saddle hunt with. Comes with black Diamond Carabiners.
Note: You'll also need to get a platform and sticks from another company. We don't have the capabilities to produce those products just yet. Soon we will. Where to get reliable sticks and a platform?
XOP: We highly recommend their platform and sticks as they are incredible, and I use them myself.
- XOP CLIMBING STICKS (CLICK HERE)
- XOP PLATFORM (CLICK HERE)
The Saddle
First thing you will get in a BullPath Hunting Saddle Kit is a Praxis Hunting Saddle. This saddle is built by our team and was designed for those long hikes back in the deer woods.
Attributes:
- Fold up design to traverse through land.
- Removable leg straps.
- Contoured seam in the middle of the mesh so you can sink into the saddle.
- All American Mil-Spec webbing and mesh.
The Pouches
In relation to the saddle, you'll get a set of two pouches to pair with your Hunting Saddle Kit. The S.A.M Pouch was designed to stow your tree tether and lineman rope with ease.
Attributes:
- Construction made out of 1000D Cordura for ruggedness and structural integrity to stuff rope in.
- Silent drawstring enclosure.
- Pleated front and back pockets to store extra gear and accessories.
The Rope
Last but not least, in the Hunting Saddle Kit you will get a Tree Tether and Lineman Rope. These components are a must have and will make your life a lot easier when setting up while saddle hunting. Paired with the ropes, you will also get quality Black Diamond Carabiners that have been trusted throughout the outdoor space for a long time.
- Sterling Rope sewn by Sampson for the sewn eyes.
- Durable construction with weather resistant properties.
- Paired with Black Diamond Carabiners.
Our Hunting Saddle Kit
That is everything that comes in our Hunting Saddle Kit. Those are the absolute basics of what you'll need to get started with the exception of a set of climbing sticks and a platform. If you need sticks and a platform, just click the link above at the other section of this article. Again, here is a quick run-down that will come in our Hunting Saddle Kit.
- Praxis Saddle or BullThreat V.2
- Two S.A.M Pouches
- Lineman Rope with 2 Black Diamond Carabiners
- Tree Tether with one Black Diamond Carabiner
The rest you will have to get from another company.
If you want to buy any gear or want to do your own research, click the button below.
You can get your foot in the door with a budget friendly hunting saddle kit or a premium hunting saddle kit in this article
Don't overthink what you need, everything you'll ever need is in this article
Cheaper pricing has a tradeoff, sometimes can be a lack of warranty or craftmanship. Same occurs with quality crafted gear, as the price is usually higher.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which hunting saddle kit should I buy?
If you want quality and craftmanship, go with the BullPath Hunting Saddle Kit. If you are on a budget, go with XOP.
American made or overseas made?
It's completely up to you and your principal. Remember, buying 100% American made like us, your dollars get circulated into the USA supply chain.
Why are hunting saddle kits so expensive?
You have to remember, the hunting saddle is what holds you from a tree and is considered a lifesaving device. On top of that, it takes a considerable amount of knowledge, time, and machinery just to construct a tree saddle.
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The Author: Drew Eyink
Owner and Founder of BullPath
