Barrel hitch on a decker pack saddle with Mile High Outfitters

[@raymondsanchez808]

2 in 1, I love this. Thank you

[@clintreed9923]

We would like for you to show us how to load hay with a barrel hitch

[@claudelyman9683]

At what dimension of your load do you decide to switch from a basket hitch to a barrel hitch? Do you have a rule of thumb, like anything over 3 feet gets a barrel hitch vs a basket?

[@MileHighOutfitters]

No, I don't have a rule of thumb when to switch over. After so many years of packing I prefer the barrel hitch. Twenty years ago we packed 50# grain bags as basket hitch. Now we flip them sideways and do a barrel hitch.

[@daniellethomas4755]

I'm asking for honesty curiosity, but is there a reason why the tail is under the britchen?

[@MileHighOutfitters]

No, Travis had just put the saddle on to show how to tie a barrel hitch. As soon as the mule starts moving around the tail will come out.

[@rhondacharles4875]

How long should lash rope be please ?

[@MileHighOutfitters]

Our lash ropes are 54 feet. Our lash ropes are longer than most packers so we can top pack using the Middle Fork Diamond.