Lone Wolf Custom Gear - Ranger Hybrid Hunter Saddle Platform

[@Mike_squarebeefarms]

I just picked this platform up and was really happy to see you're review. Thanks for putting this together! Take care!

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

Hope you enjoy it! let me know if you need anything or wanna b.s. on it.

[@gregweever5895]

Damn brother I’m loving that thing. Good job in this review. I’ll be buying that

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

Its a quality item!! Thanks for watching!

[@blessedvetoutdoors]

This was a great review! I've been looking forward to seeing some content on this. It's honestly just as you suggested a very well thought out piece of gear. If the Lord willing, I'd love to save up for this.

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

Glad it was helpful!

[@jamesarettajr501]

Another great review!

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

Thanks man!!

[@justinjhauser5110]

Great review as usual, man.

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

Thank you!

[@tjburke7115]

As always.... Great review 👊

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

I appreciate that

[@slayerj4637]

Definitely going to be my first LWCG purchase!!! First thing I've seen true utilitarian value in for me. I've been rocking the retrograde for a hybrid on all day sits. But I'm gonna throw the top step back on my Shikar one-stick. I think this is my "It" setup. Awesome review per the usual 🤘🏿🤘🏿

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

Thanks for stopping by!! I plan to run this alot this upcoming season.

[@darrenbowers3267]

Excellent review as always lone wolf custom gear makes some of the best stuff I love mine!!! I have been thinking about going hybrid I would just use what I have with a saddle. Thanks for the review. Darren

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

Thank you Darren!!

[@americanagothic7851]

Great review! I love this stand

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

Thanks!

[@bulletsandbroadheads]

Now this could be the one i been looking for.

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

I think its a good one!!

[@Hopeknives13]

Great review! If I had the money I’d buy this one. It looks amazing 👍🏼

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

Thanks for watching!

[@lanedavidson2105]

Would like to see a video comparing this to a 0.5 for hybrid hunting as I am personally very torn between the two.

[@josephh.8075]

For about 2 seasons I've been using the out on a limb ridge runner XL. I drilled and tapped the braket that had the teath on it so the rod i use for my beast sticks will thread into it. I put straps on the ridge runner XL and a foam seat pad gets strapped to it for cushion between the platform and my back.

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

Interesting! I like the sound of that!

[@markblanchette1771]

Great review!!

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@albertmorris9780]

Great review. You got a new subscriber.

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

Awesome, thank you! Good luck this season!

[@sarafayelawton652]

As a short, older woman i find sitting in the seat away from the tree is comfortable. Seat fits me, isn't too high from the platform and my feet fit flat on the platform.😊

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

@sarafayelawton652 yeah I bet shorter people love this bad boy!!

[@nathansdad04]

Just ordered mine. Looking forward to using it with my one-stick system

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

What one stick u using?

[@nathansdad04]

@@MichiganGreatOutdoors EWO w/UP platform. Using backwoods mobile gear 4 step aider attached to bottom step. 2 moves and I’m at around 20ft

[@underdogoutdoors]

Love it as a small hang on. That LWCG crossover climber is so nice, with a saddle substituting the top section, or the way it is, it's hard to beat.

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

Yeah, that video will be this summer for sure.

[@BelowAverageRazzleDazzle]

That climber is super expensive though. That's a hard pill to swallow for most people, then add the saddle on top of it..

[@underdogoutdoors]

@@BelowAverageRazzleDazzle I agree with you, usually competition will come out with something more affordable.

[@mikefeaster8827]

Love my ambush, but this definitely has my attention. Looks like a winner for sure.

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

Its a quality item. I have enjoyed using it in the backyard!

[@SamkoTradBow]

sweet little hybrid stand

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

I agree, The more time I spend it in the more im enjoying it!!

[@howardkuhn2793]

$1000 for their climber,$500 for a hybrid saddle platform?? LWCG has lost their fricken minds..they've lost a 25+ year customer of LW products..F-that..great review by the way..love the channel

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

Thanks for the comment. Prices are very high.... wish they were lower.

[@tannerharris1483]

Supply and demand son. If no one paid it they wouldn’t charge the price.

[@JBearTrades]

I’d rather pay for something that’s going to last for 10+ years

[@timeintheoutdoors]

Save up for it if you want one. Yep expensive but you were a customer for 25 years for a reason.

[@Sumdaiyze]

Buy once cry once

[@tonyellis6383]

Yeah i think this is a great idea. If i didn't already have the .75, i would go this route. I use the .75 as a hybrid every time. And your reviews are really good, thanks.

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

Thank you I appreciate that!!

[@changopearce9467]

Great review, man. Still torn between saddle or stand. This is a little of both worlds. Always used climbers, just want to broaden my horizons more in the mobile stuff. Thanks for the help. Always check your stuff out.

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

Right on! Thanks for the support man!!!

[@drucifuh]

Alright man, the jig is up. Show me how to set up an llc and write off hunting expenditures. There just is no way I'm researching every piece of modern gear and you pop up with actual hunting reviews. I've been on a research spree and I'm seeing you everywhere. Sincerely, a jealous fan.

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

Hahah!! Ive tried very hard to review the newest stuff on the market for mobile hunting, it has been very expensive and my channel overall is still in the RED but it’s a fun hobby and it lets me try out all the new gear. I do sell a lot of the gear I review eventually when Im done making videos with it. Its super fun hobby but also its getting to the point where I just cant keep up financially. KZbin really doesn’t pay that much for all the time spent on these videos!

[@jayorsilentbob8334]

I like how you used the tree to adjust your backpack straps. I will have to use that trick.

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

Thanks, I've done it for years. Figured someone might notice!!!!

[@jayorsilentbob8334]

I just pre-ordered this stand because of your video. Thanks for the awesome review!!!

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

Thanks for letting me know, I hope u enjoy it as much as I do!

[@Colemanade]

I love the concept and was actually trying to fabricate something like this myself (but was unsuccessful). The only issue I see with this design is the very short seat height. The small platform would work very well with a high seat height because it would be similar to sitting on a barstool. The issue with having a high seat height is that you need to change the seat pivot point to get it to function as a knee pad. Overall I’m glad to see these different companies take swings on these unique products

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

Yeah I agree, the seat is low. but if it's any taller now you're adding a bit of weight into an already 6.5lb platform (with seat) So Id assume that's why it is so short, unfortunately it is what it is and I don't think you can really do a lot more without making it too heavy....

[@josephsutherland6144]

Awesome review. Definitely what I been waiting to replace my Ambush platform with. All I have to do is come out with a stick as light as the Tethrd stick. I have the standard custom gear sticks as well as the 17 inch compacts but have not looked back since I got my Tethrd one sticks

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

Right on, the gen 3 one sticks seem like they have help up good!

[@Deerpoo22]

Excellent stuff partner. Still waiting on that Predator CFX review

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

For sure, I'll get work on it very soon. Maybe I'll try and get it done next week.

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

Just posted it

[@benclark5373]

You the man

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

I am a man, not sure if I is the man. Just a man. hahaha

[@pathfinder5804]

Luv this idea!!!! I run a saddle platform right now and as a hybrid I use a trusty old Loc-on Windwalker as my hybrid setup. Now I’ve switched to a traditional bow this yr and my form at the moment requires me to use a loc-on at this point. The saddle platform causes me to short draw more often then now when I shoot trad. Compound I can shoot fine but trad requires my feet to be my base. Been looking to buy a .5 but this review may have me changing my mind. I looked at the new novix hybrid stand too would be nice to see your review of that one as a comparison. Again great review and as always luv your reviews and hate them at same time!!!!! Luv them as they are some of the most through and great detail but hate them as my wallet gets thinner on a regular basis after watching them!!!!!!

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

Thank you for the comment, I always try and show products with hunting in mind and actually harvesting deer from them.... This thing would be able to do that flawlessly, I thought about getting the novix but will have to see. Review budget is kinda low this year lol.... hahaha SO I feel ya on the money issues lol

[@pathfinder5804]

@@MichiganGreatOutdoors so I see this Ranger is same $$$ as the .5. Is it worth a little less platform for same $$$? For same money I feel like the .5 is little more versatile since you have to make adjustment to carry this in. Meaning you need to make it ride higher on your back. I run a mystery ranch popup 28 and my stand, platform and sticks all run in the meat shelf. I was looking to possibly subtract the pack using the .5 as it would sit in same position as my pack while walking in. For bow season it’s really not to cold so no need to bring multiple extra layers or no need for all day sits. That’s where I was hoping to minimize once again.

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

If I only could choose one for the rest of my life id choose the .5 because I feel like it covers everything.

[@BelowAverageRazzleDazzle]

Wow, that is a cool product. I would take a hack saw to the seat posts to keep them out of my back though... since they serve no purpose on this stand. I do hunt mostly out of a stand - the 1.0. I have a saddle rig and a Predator platform. But I never dug having the face the tree 100% of the time and I never liked the weak side shots. But this.... this little stand may be just the ticket to have me in the saddle more.

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

The little thing that sticks out is for the seat angle adjustment. You cant just cut that off... Im trying to find a solution myself.

[@BelowAverageRazzleDazzle]

@@MichiganGreatOutdoors I see. you know, maybe take a small piece of pool noodle and just throw it over the tree bracket for the hike in/out. The noodle can rest in the small of your back and should be enough padding. May just need to beef up the inside of the noodle a bit so the bracket doesn't chew it up. Nothing some stealth strips can't take care of..

[@jcmcubic3489]

Needs a way to attach a hip belt to it for carry. Trekking up a mountain with layers/pack/etc on the stand, a hip belt carries the weight rather than shoulders. Easier and helps with balance. If rigged right, it would also keep the post off the low back. It's easy to do with a .5 this may be a little tougher.

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

I will be totally honest. I didn't even think about that....

[@lovetogun3611]

My kids are going to enjoy sitting on it while I hang off the side of the tree

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

Yeah, im sure they will!! My kids do the same thing hahaha

[@willowbay8085]

Appreciate your reviews, there great as always. Can you tell me what back band that was that you are using in this video? Been looking for something in that size. Thanks

[@dajahvue]

Foot rest gonna be clutch for this stand

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

Thats a good point!!

[@cobbiebobedas6962]

I want your input on the ghost harness with the ring. Seems very interesting but I put the harness the ghost stand and steps in the cart and it’s 1700$ I need to see some real world reviews before I drop that kinda money on a setup. Great work by the way

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

@@cobbiebobedas6962 i really want to try the ghost harness, but I think it's incredibly overpriced.... i honestly don't have much input on it.Because i've basically overlooked it due to price.

[@aotec89]

How does this compare to the Novik’s hybrid set up?

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

This one is quite a bit lighter as well as more solid. The novix is heavier and bulkier but also more affordable so there are trade offs for sure. Id call the Novix like a mid grade option and the ranger the Cadillac.

[@joshuapapineau6402]

$500 for a piece of machined billet aluminum by Americans is actually very reasonable.

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

yeah, Kinda what Ive always thought. Im sure they have a mark up but Im guessing its not that much

[@kyledobson1607]

I can’t tell in the video but does your versa button rest on the platform when it’s folded or does the post? I watched another video and his button rest on the platform. So if that’s the case it should push the post out a little bit and maybe not dig into the back?

[@kyledobson1607]

Maybe they made a change to where the versa button is on the post?

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

So mine rests inside of the post, they have since changed it to have it sit on the platform to help push the angle out.

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

They did change it

[@chrisself4303]

Need a review on the lwcg micro doubles and also on how they integrate with the ranger hybrid

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

I know,.... I didnt order those, I was worried I was too heavy for them....

[@chrisself4303]

@ don’t they have the same weight rating as their other sticks?

[@chrisself4303]

@ don’t they have the same weight rating as all the other sticks?

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

@chrisself4303 they do but I didn't like how they bend on the tree... just made me nervouse

[@goinwithgus7986]

Does this happen to come with backpack straps? I didn’t see anywhere on the sight where they mentioned it on the site unless I missed it

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

Backpacks are included

[@haydenblake346]

Now wondering if I could add a cam cleat, aider, and one stick with it 🤔🤔🤔

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

thats a wild proposition !!

[@blessedvetoutdoors]

Hey brother, does the ranger come with back pack straps once purchased sir? Thank you a ton.

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

Yes, it does.

[@austinogrady8832]

Hey boss, great video! Quick tech question- what were you filming with in the segment with the selfie stick? Was it a GoPro? Around a minute 30

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

Yes it was! Go pro max

[@RedBeardedPredators]

Going to be a sweet set up for some folks! Trying my first year using .5 hybrid set up!

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

Excellent choice!!

[@tonysorcinelli]

I would never use that seat with my bridge in front and all my drop bags getting in the way, leaning back in the saddle is more comfortable anyways. I also like having the platform at an angle like the ultimate one stick. Seems like the most compact hangar stand on the market but not sure why it’s being marketed to saddle hunters.

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

Its not being marketed as a hang on stand, its being marketed as a saddle platform. Its super easy to sit in it either way.

[@SouthernBucksandBirds-SBB]

So would you pick the Ranger or the .5 if you had to pick 1? I know you’ve had a lot of time in the .5

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

If I could only choose 1 id choose the .5

[@James.712]

Could they have made the post a touch shorter and the platform a touch smaller?

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

@James.712 well I'm sure they could've made anything but then ur into the regular saddle platform sizes and they already have the ambush which is pretty big

[@jwa4843]

What is the weight?

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

6.5 with the seat pad

[@TS1023TS]

Man, I keep thinking they can’t innovate anymore and boom there it is.

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

Yeah... Its wild to see!

[@karmas.busdriver]

I see lots of promotions videos, I'll be field testing some new gear of my own design this year. We meat hunt the u.p. and mature targets in northeast/central Wisconsin. You're welcome to get some swamp & blood on that gear with us if ya like getting after them?

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

Yeah I do lots of reviews on gear from all the mobile hunting brands, Im interesting in hearing more of this hunting proposition? Western U.P. is a hike from where I live in southern Michigan….

[@karmas.busdriver]

@@MichiganGreatOutdoors I'm talking about Wisconsin 😁 U.P. Michigan is a meat deer Doe fest. Wisconsin we can help you find Hunting worth the drive. We can meet up and show you some ground any time.

[@karmas.busdriver]

@@MichiganGreatOutdoors I sent you an email.👍

[@the_atomic_punk487]

not sure the point of this, I saddle to reduce weight for the long walks?

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

I would think it would be geared more towards all day sitters. And people that want lots of room.

[@garengtutorial8923]

Bagus

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

indeed

[@Blade-mh3mi]

Hmmm, I just don’t know about this.

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

Definitely not for everyone!

[@zb5715]

This is slicker than 💩!!!

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

What kinda??

[@goober698]

We are going backwards lol

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

Im Curios about your thoughts why? Please elaborate.

[@ur_asian_milfoil]

People actually spend this kind of money just to hunt deer 🦌 in style... 😂😂😂 just hunt from the ground

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

yes, people spend money to hunt deers

[@michigangrownoutdoors7254]

One thing that has kept me off of a saddle platform is wondering how I carry my stuff in/out. It’s hard to justify a saddle platform over say… my .5, because with all the extra stuff I need for transport…. I might as well take my .5 and use that as my pack. Love your reviews and always looking forward to the stuff you get out. It’s honest and no bull. Appreciate it!

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

Thanks man!!

[@WorldsGoneInsane]

Hello. Great review. Are you using the Ape Canyon tree saddle by chance? And if so, how do you like it?

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

No that's a TX5 lonestar 2.0