TreeMOTION Pro vs Petzl Sequoia - Which Saddle is Best?

If you ask professional arborists what their favorite tree climbing saddle is, chances are you'll hear both the Teufelberger TreeMOTION Pro, and the Petzl Sequoia.
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[@clo4473]

The tree motion was the first saddle with a rope bridge, adjustability in the lower bridge to the belt, and the Legendary lower ds! Everyone else has since copied them but Tuefelburger does it best!

[@hcwaffles8912]

I will admit you are absolutely right about the treemotion being revolutionary, i just dont like how it pinches my nuts, i tried on a bunch of harnesses and ended up liking the sequoia best

[@RFTwo]

I tried the Teufelberger TMP, Notch Sentinel, Petzl Sequoia SRT, and Weaver Denali. The Sequoia SRT was by far the best fit for me; there wasn’t even a close second! I find it very comfortable.

[@BartlettArboristSupply]

Awesome, definitely a top tier harness!

[@dieselrigs1]

I’m wanting to get into climbing and was debating on harnesses and it was between the sequoia and an other price was a factor I haven’t tried it but I ended up going with the Notch Sentinel

[@Harriet_Tubgirl]

How do you like the sentinel? I’m debating the sequioa or the sentinel

[@dieselrigs1]

@@Harriet_Tubgirl I used it once I like it, it has a Velcro inner belt and a other belt with a 2 direction clip has lots of clip on points, and a high back, the adjustment straps I’m getting use too.

[@tacokiller5638]

Old school sequoia was pretty cool, after that I moved on to the tree motion before they undated it. I got a new sequoia and sold it a couple months later. Got the updated tree motion sold it 8 months later 🤦‍♂️ back to climbing on my old tree motion 😂

[@alotl1kevegas860]

Definitely going to check out the tree motion next time I stop in. Edit - Got the TreeMotion Pro and I love it!

[@philosborn1840]

The guy in the black shirt is really comical. He should be on television. 👍

[@bhajandearaujo3998]

I love my tree motion pro but I do have to say having them both and having used them several months each the Sequoia is a Cadillac hands-down the best and if you're not a p**** it doesn't matter if it's a little heavier lol but yeah my treemotion just sits hanging at the house it's always my second choice but I love my Sequoia and I'd buy another one before I head to break out my treemotion and use it for a solid year there's just no way I would do it

[@forrsmit]

We know what the weight is for the Sequoia. What is the weight of the Treemotion? Pro and Essential?

[@cameronhughes6382]

Love my Treemotion, only thing I like about the sequoia better was I feel the harness accessory loops came around the hip bones a little more, where as with the treemotion I feel I have to reach a bit further back to be able to grab my saw. Really gets irritating in the sideways positions.

[@cameronhughes6382]

@@BartlettArboristSupply I keep my hand saw on my leg. I’m talking about clipping and un-clipping my pruning saw for the most part.

[@Johnnyreengo]

I have the sequoia and never tried the tree motion so I say the sequoia is better. Makes perfect sense right

[@alotl1kevegas860]

I have both. My motion pro is alot more comfortable.

[@Johnnyreengo]

@@alotl1kevegas860 what’s weird for me is that since I’ve lost weight my sequoia has become less comfortable

[@alotl1kevegas860]

@@Johnnyreengo I'm a smaller guy myself. If your some what close to these guys, I would make the drive there, and check them out. I'll occasionally drive 5 1/2 hrs one way to go here. I'm a gear nerd 🤓 lol. Plus it's nice to get a little show and tell on some of the new gear 😊

[@DigitalTownSquare]

I have the older Sequoia srt harness. Im guessing comfort wise the only difference is the extra padding in the legs? The only issue i have is climbing with the saw can make the harness sag down after awhile. So suspenders would probably fix that.I love the Sequoia and the srt version for ascending. I tried the treemotion pro, and i have to say it felt like a Cadillac comfort and support wise compared to the Sequoia. It was really nice. The lower D's were a game changer too. I'd probably buy a tree motion next based on the comfort and support difference as much as i love my Sequoia.

[@buckinbrewer9354]

🤣🤣 when I see these ridiculous funny videos it makes me wonder how awesome it would be to work around you guys. Lol

[@treemerc101]

I have both. The Sequoia is too small and lacks back and leg support. For that reason alone I don't use it. The lower rings for work positioning is the only thing I liked. Treemotion Pro is the way to go. Add Monkey Beaver suspenders to the Pro and you're set.

[@alotl1kevegas860]

I felt the same way you did. I have the sequoia srt, and when I went to the store and tried the motion pro, it was much more comfortable.

[@groundpounder24365]

MB for the win 🏆 for me but great video guys

[@utar88utar]

you are both positive dudes. thank you for that presentation. be safe! o/

[@mattvanderson]

What is the working life of the two harnesses?

[@BartlettArboristSupply]

Both have a lifespan of 10 years. However, there are many different variables that may dictate how long the harness will actually last for the user.

[@wisniewskijan4839]

Very nice video dudes 🍿😎📺 Does anyone know or can measure how long the original rope bridge of the Petzl Sequoia 2019 edition is ? 40, 45 or 50 cm ? Thanks 👊🐵

[@BartlettArboristSupply]

Thanks big dawg! The Rope Bridge that comes standard on the Sequoia is a 45 cm.

[@wisniewskijan4839]

Thanks for the fast answer 😉👍 What length would you recommend if I would add a second rope bridge to the rope bridge of the Petzl Sequoia ? 40, 45 or 50 cm ?

[@BartlettArboristSupply]

I think it will completely depend on your style of climbing. Some, such as myself, prefer a bit of a shorter bridge. This helps keep the system a bit closer on those awkward limb walks and helps a bit on spar work too.

[@wisniewskijan4839]

Thanks for the fast answer my friend 👊🐵 This helps me a lot with the setup of my first own climbing harness 👍 Think I gonna add the 40cm rope bridge 👌🤔

[@eliasbajraszewski]

Hey I have a petzel sequoia and it's super uncomfortable and I'm really not happy with it. i broke my hip a while ago so im looking for a super comfortable harrness.. I'm thinking of getting the treerex edelrid harrness is that a good idea or not someone please help thanks.

[@danieltinkler3160]

I find my sequoia really painful on the hips with saw and equipment attached after the first hour of climbing looking for omething else let me know if you have any luck

[@eliasbajraszewski]

@danieltinkler3160 hey mate, yeah ended up getting rid of the sequoia for that same reason and bought the treerex edelrid harrness. It's been great so far it puts all the force to your thighs and the back of the harrness is super wide so disperses your weight away from your hips! Would definitely recommend 👌 only thing I'd say that's bad about it is the clip taking the harrness off, and adjusting it is pretty hard to figure out but that's just me haha.

[@Whateva67]

I can’t believe the prices of harnesses in the last few years,I guess the global supply of snaps and d rings made the prices shoot up🙄

[@monoshiki97]

petzl sequoia is so comfortable, treemotion is too bulky and not necessary at all. MonkeyBeaver is better than this two but too expensive

[@seangannon3494]

I love how they don't even put buckingham in the mix even though I feel it's a contender, and iv never used anything but buckingham I'd say it's way overpriced now.... as you guys don't sell it, I understand the monkey beaver isn't on this list but personally I'd love to try one...

[@seangannon3494]

@Bartlett Arborist Supply thanks so much for your response. Makes a huge difference on where I'd like to shop knowing that there's real human beings that actually try to serve the industry better. Honestly I'd be happy to see the newer harness's of Buckingham such as a compare and contrast to the ergovation...I've had my eyes on the new updated upgraded pinnacle harness now called " the classic" which With me almost constantly going from job to job to do removals having a harness I can take on and off easily with a broken back where I don't need to precariously put my feet through (especially wearing spikes) and the unmatched comfort of a seat v.s. straps for my legs... it's the way, trust me. Nothing better. I rarely do canopy work so the lack of a sliding D ring is exceptable although it would be nice to see Development of such a harness that could incorperate both. Anyways I really appreciate you guys for taking the time!

[@thomasschumacher1554]

I understood that petzl says thread locker should be used.

[@thomasschumacher1554]

@@BartlettArboristSupply I re checked my paper work and didn't see thread locker mentioned at all. Interesting.

[@kboutdoors4599]

Price is key and Petzle is better bang for the buck

[@brerrabbit4265]

I bought the Seqouia SRT. I hate it. Absolutely zero back support and it just feels saggy.

[@josesanchez-ep4pm]

Ya no hay vídeos en español??

[@Vic-wi2qx]

Monkey beaver 2.0. It will change your life guys.

[@samsungtv4u]

Hay I was going to say that..

[@aarons3203]

Thanks, but no thanks Abdon! I'll stick with my petzl sequoia and a hand saw!

[@strykerflorio83]

I have the spartan by Buckingham

[@arianvakili8964]

Wow I love the WWE skit Coolest tree climbing crew ever watch Adon get famous and become a movie actor!!

[@josericardo582]

😂😂😂 súper cool. Me encantan sus vídeos 👍

[@strykerflorio83]

Anyway love the video you guys are awsome

[@Perzyval93]

Three sizes are totally unnecessary. Two sizes would be enough. Instead of this they should start making harnesses for women.

[@boomupengineering]

If cost is not a problem...Monkey Beaver saddle!

[@daveinky]

🤣😂🤣 Well done gentlemen !!

[@daveinky]

@@BartlettArboristSupply Not JUST entertaining but informative as well 👍

[@NealZ31]

Suspenders all day

[@glenysierra7568]

😅😁👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍✅✅✅✅good 😎😎😎😎