It's interesting that you're a teacher in real life. It shows! This is one of the best teaching channels on YT for hunting .
@averagejackarchery3 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@bobbycampbell1753 жыл бұрын
@@averagejackarchery got a question for you im shooting 534 grains but its only got 9% foc broadhead is iron will its that gonna be fine or do I need to add about 15 grains to get more foc
@averagejackarchery3 жыл бұрын
@@bobbycampbell175 Make sure the arrow is tuned correctly and you're just fine.
@bobbycampbell1753 жыл бұрын
@@averagejackarchery yes sir hitting bulls eye at 80yrds
@mitchellblount48963 жыл бұрын
I have been bowhunting since 1985. I will be 70 next month. This is my first year to saddle hunt. Your videos have been extremely helpful. I will watch this one numerous times. I have already seen numerous advantages to the saddle. It my age, I am tired of lugging a climber around. Keep up the good work and thank you!!
@averagejackarchery3 жыл бұрын
Keep at it!!! Best of luck this season.
@softaildiaries3 жыл бұрын
Damn my man. A lot of respect to you for saddle hunting at 70. It definitely takes a lot of practice to get it down. Happy hunting
@scottieagrayable2 жыл бұрын
I am all about angles. It has taken me 2 years to learn what you have just taught in 20 mins. People go hunting with the intention of sitting for extended periods but get tired or restless, with this set up you really can stay comfortable for a long sit. Thanks for taking the time to educate.
@RobertJones-yq6jk2 жыл бұрын
Your teaching style, my friend, embraces the Chinese proverb: "Tell me and I will forget, . . . , involve me and I will learn." At 71 years of age entering my first season of SH, I have saturated my brain with a wide spectrum of videos. The timing of finding this video makes it the most valuable lesson that I was missing. I’ve learned from my limited practice that regardless of what I’ve learned about ascending/descending, ropes & knots, etc., it all becomes secondary to enjoying SH if you are not comfortable in your saddle. This demonstration is truly the missing piece for me. When they create " Saddle-Hunting Teacher of the Season," you have my vote. 🤗 I, as with the rest of your followers here, am seriously grateful for all of your videos.
@RealRadNek Жыл бұрын
I whole heartedly agree with you here. However, I think your quote was from Benjamin Franklin, "“Tell me and I forget, teach me and I may remember, involve me and I learn.” Maybe he stole it from the Chinese LOL.
@bradbareis27983 жыл бұрын
Thank you for explaining everything the way you did. I was ready to give up on my mantis, after watching your video, I made a couple adjustments & am completely comfortable now. Thanks again.
@averagejackarchery3 жыл бұрын
That's awesome!!!
@MitchellSmith3 жыл бұрын
It makes me so happy when I type something into youtube and Average Jack has a video on that topic. You and Jason from the Traditional Bowhunting and Wilderness Podcast are by far my favorite two youtube hunting channels. Keep up the good work man.
@Bowhunter5 Жыл бұрын
Great job!! I'm brand new to saddle hunting for the 2023 up coming season. I have just learned a shit ton in this video thank you!!
@sydorivchanua5464 Жыл бұрын
dude you are a natural speaker, I watched until the end, huh. Thanks
@gregammann44172 жыл бұрын
Dude this is unbelievably informative and well delivered. You're like the Bill Nye of saddle hunting. Well done sir keep doing what you're doing
@vanlagan3 жыл бұрын
I've been "Sling" saddle hunting for over 25 years. Old dog just learned some new tricks!! Thanks man. You are a great teacher!!
@KowboyUSA2 жыл бұрын
Excellent tutorial. Now I need to watch your climbing video to see if this is something I can use here in western Montana.
@chenoabryan845810 ай бұрын
I just started the saddle this spring. I shoot well from it. I feel I’m too close to the tree bumping my bow. Thanks for this tip-I still have many questions. I will scroll through your other vids. I have a late archery tag. I got a blacktail last year. I knew the saddle is the ticket for a big one;)
@joelevel1143 жыл бұрын
Keep up the Great work. I learned today what was causing my pinch points. Thank You
@TheSpeyfisher Жыл бұрын
Very articulate in explanation of the saddle!!! Thanks Jack
@jimmywallhanger8402 Жыл бұрын
Your students are fortunate, another great descriptive video
@charlesshepherd91323 жыл бұрын
Thanks for such a detailed and informative video to breakdown all of the little adjustments that can be made and how they affect the comfort. I believe most of the people who try saddle hunting then quit do so because they haven’t taken the time in the stand to try these little suttle changes. It’s amazing how much a 2” adjustment here or there makes.
@scottbrammer82753 жыл бұрын
Very good teaching style. Appreciate the tips!
@trxe420 Жыл бұрын
I can confirm that the Mission platform has an angle adjustment and agree that a slight to moderate downward angle is ideal (imo). Also, the Cruzr saddles can also adjust along the bridge loops so the pressure moves to different points along your hips, back and legs. It is actually more adjustable than the Phantom because it uses AmSteel and prussic knots. Great information!
@jeffwilliams52563 жыл бұрын
Outstanding video. Thank you. I have spent several hours in my saddle and you have summarized extremely well what I have experienced. You are a great teacher!
@robertvillafane5308 Жыл бұрын
Thanks! I will try some of those tips this year, I normally seat for a long time so every tip will help 😊
@colinchoo55103 жыл бұрын
I'm a rookie saddle hunter and you answered all my questions regarding tether height. Thank you!
@charlesleblanc6638 Жыл бұрын
Real good advice ... It helped with my DIY saddle set up, just little adjustments makes quite a bit of difference.
@JoshuaSkibinski3 жыл бұрын
Great video, I was having a problem with my binos interfering with my bridge.... now I realize I have had the tree tether too high and the saddle to high on my but.
@eugene411159 ай бұрын
Great video. I figured you were either a teacher or a chiropractor. I learned alot.
@BlueRiverBowhunting2 жыл бұрын
thanks for the tips been doing my homework since season ended and gonna put together a setup
@runtzdad3 жыл бұрын
One of my favorite guys on KZbin. Why? Because you know how to explain. Thank you for this video..
@averagejackarchery3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Mark!
@peterstilp332711 ай бұрын
Awesome Video. I’m new to saddle hunting and have been struggling with comfort. Your tips should Help A LOT! I’ll try them out in the morning! Love your channel!
@scottstorm2862 Жыл бұрын
i use a latitude saddle seems to be really good after trying others “saddle hunters give them a go you will liv it
@cdp503592 жыл бұрын
Coming from a engineers point of view, the higher the girth the less pull toward the tree you'll have, decreasing the stress on your legs or knees. You'll can always readjust your bridge so you won't have the upper pull.
@codyharrelson7424 Жыл бұрын
This was a super informative video for someone just getting into the saddle game. Thanks for the detail and visual demos.
@stick__shooter2 жыл бұрын
I'm loving my 2 panel Latitude Method saddle. It clips together for walking in so it's out of the way, then when I climb up I can place the lower panel under my butt and the upper panel across my low back. Super nice to have that adjustability.
@vincent26622 жыл бұрын
Excellent video, your presentation was fantastic. You can tell that you’re a teacher because you were clear and concise probably one of the best videos on the saddle that I’ve seen yet. Keep the great content coming
@thehuntingparadox22912 жыл бұрын
Good info. I tried saddle hunting last year for a bit. Was pretty uncomfortable. Good tips. May give it a go again next year. Didn't know so many adjustments could change so many things. Good info.
@josephtreadlightly56863 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jack. I found shooting from a saddle that with the wrong tether angle that it makes it very difficult @ the beginning of the draw cycle. U r right about the lean & the tether angle. I like my tether a little lower & I really like to lean back. I have always shot better & with my bow from a tree where u r bending from the waist. I'm thin & shooting on the ground with a high center of gravity makes me less steady. I'm not talking holding steady but from step 1 to step 5 of my progression. I've always used a tether attached to a waist belt cuz body harnesses give me pain. The belt goes halfway between my fanny pack & my armpits. However with the saddle it is much easier to sit relaxed for a longer time. Not to mention not having to lug around all that metal. Is your 2nd bridge & tether an Oplux tactical 1. I went that way & I wouldn't use anything else. There r specially made prusiks for the Oplux & I recommend those as well.
@DEADKING6243 жыл бұрын
My saddle order was filled and finally coming...hope to apply these tips and tricks practicing to find out what works best for me. Thanks for making this vlog...!
@fromontario69543 жыл бұрын
Same here. Got the Eberhart saddle coming. Looking forward to trying a new style of hunting.
@NeffTattoo2 жыл бұрын
That was very helpful! I'm purchasing a saddle for this up coming season, and my biggest concern is hip pinch and comfort. Thanks so much for the information! Good luck this season.
@bg52153 жыл бұрын
Thank you. Very helpful video. But I've heard the word "backside" enough for the rest of the month now!
@daveo76693 жыл бұрын
Absolute perfect presentation. So much useful non biased information here. Nicely done!
@codyhenriksen6003 Жыл бұрын
Best video on saddle comfort 👌
@feetdown59943 жыл бұрын
Super helpful. I have a draw hunt coming up and folks mostly sit all day, all three days. Comfort is going to be key. Thanks!
@sarafayelawton6523 жыл бұрын
Thanks for all the tips and also the link for the video from the budget sportsman. I'm going to try the angle with my predator on my next sit. Thanks much!
@orenman203 жыл бұрын
Very very informative. Glad I ran into you at the Morrisdale TNT or I wouldn’t have found this video. Thanks for sharing
@highfallschapternwtf89133 жыл бұрын
Best saddle video I’ve seen. Excellent teacher! Thanks for all the info
@averagejackarchery3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@BrunkOutdoors2 жыл бұрын
Awesome video as usual! We finally pulled the trigger and going to test a saddle this fall and this definitely helped me get a better starting point.
@averagejackarchery2 жыл бұрын
The box blinds you boys have are hard to beat in those MW winters! But a saddle is arguably just as comfy from a backside standpoint.
@danielludwig57653 жыл бұрын
I appreciate you taking your time to go through all this awesome knowledge.
@williamwatts87863 жыл бұрын
Very helpful tips! This my 1st yr saddle hunting and I’m a bigger guy so I’m definitely still trying to find my comfort zone!
@randyfoster99608 ай бұрын
I tried for 1 1/2 seasons and gladly went back to light weight lock on. Comfort issues solved
@groovehog12 жыл бұрын
Great information, definitely helped me alleviate the comfort issues I was having!
@ashesofamerica37532 жыл бұрын
There is no way I’d be comfortable being up 16’ on that little of a platform and no way I’d tie my lead to the tree that high because I like to sit from now and again. This dude is crazy I always want more room up in my tree stand.
@tristanrevia13212 жыл бұрын
Knee pads make a big difference it's quite comfortable once you adjust it right
@pop4725 Жыл бұрын
Excellent presentation ( and information) 😊
@averagejackarchery Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@jamiejudge25933 жыл бұрын
Great information. I will follow some of your suggestions and see if it helps out my hip pinch this year.
@vworley212 жыл бұрын
Another awesome video! You are indeed great at explaining each subject, and I truly appreciate your advice. You have helped me numerous times, so thank you again for helping me become a more effective hunter 👍
@KingLoser44452 жыл бұрын
This is a fantastic video. Thank you for the information.
@russellwilson45313 жыл бұрын
Awesome video, the most informative I've seen yet great job this should help most anyone new to saddle hunting.
@keithlambert62172 жыл бұрын
This is a terrific video and great explanation. Thanks for putting it out.
@chuckparson67122 жыл бұрын
Great video. thanks for all the advise and great tips 👍👍
@mdsaddlehunter37963 жыл бұрын
Nate, that was probably the best explanation video, covering in-depth and educational (the teacher in you dropping the acute/obtuse terms) saddle positioning. You definitely gave me some things to think about and try. I too, change positions every once in awhile. Although I am a leaner mostly, I do like positioning my feet on the platform sideways to the tree and wedge my ankle/shin as my body swings to the side of the tree. BTW, are you still doing the podcast?
@averagejackarchery3 жыл бұрын
Podcast is still out there, yes! I've just been lackadaisical with hunting and family dominating the free time with the occasional KZbin video.
@billhemphill1243 Жыл бұрын
Thank you!!! One important safety question: How do you back up your Ropeman 1 on the tether? I strive to be part of the "1 is none; 2 is one" club. Thanks
@brianmincher7163 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for the info. Really appreciate you posting this as I’m trying to learn about saddle hunting.
@averagejackarchery3 жыл бұрын
You bet, man! Glad I could help!
@timlane327 Жыл бұрын
This is the most intellectually stimulating hunting video in the history of the internet.
@ranhen89519 ай бұрын
awesome video, just got the same set uup as you, love that
@BF-rn3oz2 жыл бұрын
New subscriber here, I love your explanations! Thanks for making this video!
@averagejackarchery2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for subscribing! Glad you found this useful!
@michaelanthonyoutdoors10 ай бұрын
Lots of great insight! Thanks!
@stevegermain12223 жыл бұрын
Very informative thanks for taking the time to do this I truly appreciate it
@8michael72 жыл бұрын
Good vid. I learned a few things from this so much appreciated. Subscribed
@averagejackarchery2 жыл бұрын
Awesome, thank you!
@seanzieman16413 жыл бұрын
Great info Nate, thanks for this. I do very similar styles. After a few hours, def need to switch it up
@yvesbutel23223 жыл бұрын
Great tips, I' m gonna fine tune my setup lengths today
@TheWVgoodguy223 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the great comfort tips. I currently don't have a tree saddle or even a climbing tree stand, but I really want one for certain situations to get above the head height brush that the bruiser bucks I saw love to get into and bed, etc... I have been hunting from the ground for a while, but really got out more than I ever did and saw many deer including missing 3 does between 20-35 yards (first animals that I have ever drawn and released an arrow on), a really nice tall 8-10 point that came within 10 yards of me while on the ground, but I didn't draw since he never looked down or away. Plus other opportunities that I didn't draw on. But I believe that a tree saddle would provide better opportunities in certain situations and areas. I just don't have the $350-$550 sitting around for a really nice Tethrd system yet, especially with me getting married in August. Have you done a how to practice shooting all the shots out of a saddle video yet?
@ValarAmstaffs3 жыл бұрын
I’ve enjoyed all of your saddle content. So much so, that I’m going to get a phantom and play around with it throughout next spring/summer so I’m proficient by archery next fall. Greg in Happy Valley
@scottbrammer82753 жыл бұрын
Amstaff Just do it. Don't wait til next season. I promise you you are way safer than in a treestand! I double promise you you will absolutely love it! You won't be back in a treestand.
@jgleez43212 жыл бұрын
Thanks teach! Lol enjoyed the video , very engaging, thanks!
@bradjohnson5773 жыл бұрын
Excellent presentation with super tips
@ShowboatHK2 жыл бұрын
Super helpful. Thank you!
@6saturdaysaweek2 жыл бұрын
Another great video, thank you!
@adamr17443 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing this video. This helped me SO much!!!! God bless
@neanderthalnonsense2 жыл бұрын
Very well done. Nice.
@boelter3543 жыл бұрын
Dude! You saved my back!!!!
@jeremydvorak52012 жыл бұрын
Wow man fantastic job
@anthonyrockwell44693 жыл бұрын
Loved your vid. Watched it twice. Could or do you have a vid on your saddle set up? I'm new to it and trying to get info on people rigs. Thanks.
@averagejackarchery3 жыл бұрын
Check out my full saddle hunting playlist! Have my setup in their multiple times and some of the adjustments I've made over the past two years. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hnbdqXiPptGGa6M&ab_channel=AverageJackArchery
@anthonyrockwell44693 жыл бұрын
Thanks!!!
@wyattnuckels15366 ай бұрын
Why do I feel like I’ve had you as a bow tech before at Lancaster!
@averagejackarchery6 ай бұрын
Nope! Own my own shop in Philipsburg PA! Average Jack Archery you can't miss us!
@Redlegwar Жыл бұрын
Great video!
@spincast19742 жыл бұрын
Great information thank you......
@Jack_JackWalker Жыл бұрын
Great video
@guitarplayer949597 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing
@55zachman3 жыл бұрын
Awesome thank you for the information!
@ryangrant88788 ай бұрын
Great video! What’s that device you’re using on your tether? I like prussik’s but hate having to use two hands to adjust and notice you do one handed adjustments
@averagejackarchery8 ай бұрын
That's a Wild Country Ropeman 1 mechanical ascender. Works great!
@clarkansas65902 жыл бұрын
Good job
@tjsfarmandfamily Жыл бұрын
great video
@craufurdgoodwin38353 жыл бұрын
Curious. I’m of a slim build and much prefer my tether to be as high as I can get it. Practically no hip pinch, far more ability to swing all the way around the tree and with the tethers angle being closer to parallel with the tree while sitting, it’s easier on the leg muscles as it mimics a sitting position in contrast to a “push off” position which requires much more muscle tension. Different strokes...
@averagejackarchery3 жыл бұрын
And that's why I say it's such a personal thing! Glad you found what works for you!
@walter9923 жыл бұрын
Some good nuggets in there.
@Whiskey.Tango.Actual3 жыл бұрын
Absolutely loved this...but wish we could see your footwork on the platform.
@averagejackarchery3 жыл бұрын
Check out my other saddle videos for a more in-depth look!
@PrairieThunder3 жыл бұрын
Awesome video!!
@blzn043 жыл бұрын
Are you a righty or lefty? I find that switching your caribener to where the open gate is facing up. This does 2 things. I dont like when the gate of the caribener digs into the bark when i switch to sitting and it goes against the tree but more importantly your tag end for your tree tether is on the right side. So if you're a right handed shooter you can hold your bow in your left hand and have easier one hand adjustment with your right hand. Just a thought. Thanks for the video
@blzn043 жыл бұрын
I see now that your tag end is on your right side of the caribener. But if you would please explain the open gate facing the tree. I think you can adjust it to where it will be open gate facing up while still having tag end on the right. Im sure you just do what works for you im just curious because you seem to put a lot of reasoning into your ideas and setup
@averagejackarchery3 жыл бұрын
Depends on how I put my tether on the tree. I've ran it both ways without a hiccup. Being a screw lock carabiner you can have it either way without fear of opening. Depending on how a tree is leaning depends on which direction I girth hitch my tether.
@bulletsandbroadheads3 жыл бұрын
Great video buddy. Did you ever try the tethrd recliner. I just picked one up.
@averagejackarchery3 жыл бұрын
I do use a back band, yes! But one of my own DIY nature. 😁
@someguysopinion36923 жыл бұрын
None of this is an issue if you use a ground blind. Just saying. Very informative video as always. Keep doing what you do and God bless you brother
@centralhensoutdoors43173 жыл бұрын
Gotta have that right triangle
@jgleez43212 жыл бұрын
Curious what those 2 green knot looking things on your bridge are.. thanks again
@averagejackarchery2 жыл бұрын
Mini prusiks to attach a back band. At the time I didn't run it through the main carabiner like most folks do.
@samstandan46863 жыл бұрын
doesn't sitting up a tree get boring? I've never hunted from a tree stand/saddle. its not a thing here, well ive never heard of people doing this here in nz. here we go out and stalk them from the ground. its very hard, but fun and very rewarding when you get one. but i imagine hunting from a tree would be affective because i dont think the animals naturally look up.
@340wbymag3 жыл бұрын
I am getting too old to hunt in the local mountains like I used to. It seems like the mountains are steeper and taller than they used to be. In addition to that, hunting has changed and the places I used to hunt have become crowded. I was close to just giving up hunting and then discovered saddle hunting. This year I will not compete with hoards of people. I will find a quiet place back in the timber where I can sit quietly in the trees and keep watch over game trails, beaver ponds, or other peaceful locations. I plan to spend as much time in the trees as I can this spring and summer just to watch and photograph whatever comes along. When you are seventy years old, sitting quietly in the trees with the birds and squirrels is about as good as life gets...
@The_Rut_Funnel3 жыл бұрын
I’ve always wondered if they changed the design to be like a boy shorts boxer design would it be more comfortable
@The_Rut_Funnel3 жыл бұрын
I also just recently heard of a guy near me who’s tether broke and he almost died so I’ll be keeping my lineman’s belt attached as well
@bkbowhunter13 жыл бұрын
Good informative video 👍 November is coming longer sittin 🏹🏹
@mr.skeptical30712 жыл бұрын
Forget painting it, stealth strip the entire thing!