Which do you prefer?

stoneknight · 14th February 2008, 06:26 PM

ok so I got a preference question. Which do you prefer for your climbing saddle?
a hard seat or independant leg straps...and why?

newguy18 · 14th February 2008, 06:44 PM

I can't speak for either as i have a weaver 4 dee.it is a p.o.s.don't buy it.

Therrin · 14th February 2008, 11:30 PM

Not to nag... but it should be "which do you prefer?"

I've used both. They both have pros and cons. Depends...

Big dismantles where you've gotta spend a little time inbetween waiting for the rope to come up and down, etc... or waiting around for any reason, the single strap is more comfy.

As far as agility, the seperate leg straps are best.

Ekka · 15th February 2008, 02:03 AM

Hard seat coz it aint a nut crusher and comfy coz your azz takes the weight not ya legs!

stoneknight · 15th February 2008, 06:18 AM

ok so we all agree that my spelling is not my strongest trait.

Pro Nemus · 15th February 2008, 07:20 AM

I actually like the weaver saddles quite a bit. I have a 4-dee with a butt-strap and a floating-dee with leg loops. I don't find either to be uncomfortable.

However, the floating-dee is a big plus. In fact, the next saddle I buy will have double floating dees. This makes it so much easier to walk a limb or make a cut facing away from your TIP.

Daveindubuque · 16th February 2008, 07:38 PM

I started in the 4 d weaver nut cruncher. That was company owned. That made my back sore from fighting my rope. Decided if I was too stay in the business for more than a year, I would have to change saddles. Went to the weaver slidin' d with leg straps, hdp roller. Nice set up, comfy good mobility, though slightly heavy. Slid off my hips due to a lack of azz. Then moved to the glide. Nice saddle. Little bit lighter, rope bridge with a micro pulley. Didn't like the web style belt, After while it would slip down with saw weight. So I went to the buckingham traverse deluxe with a boson seat. Super comfy, and with plenty of mobility, and a major plus it stays were it sould.

Therrin · 17th February 2008, 02:34 AM

Daveindubuque,

You can use suspenders or a chest harness to keep your saddle from sliding down. Works pretty well, keeps it in place and comfy.

Was looking at the hdp rollers in Sherrill's catalog the other day, looked interesting, how did you like it? Noticeable difference? Is it a system you'd hold onto, or did it just work for the time being?

pomme · 17th February 2008, 04:18 AM

got an old sky belt. need to change if as its f**ked, worn right out but comfy as
the new ones are nt the same D s come a bit higher so pulls on your back. like a belt with fixed D s soft seat and leg loops any suggestions cheers

treestyle · 19th February 2008, 02:49 AM

i puffer single leg straps. got buckinham glide. if i gota hang i can slide the leg loops more under the back of my knees and avoid the nut squash. tried seat once once but i no like, guess you'll get used to what ever you use, or learn in?

you spellings fine mate.....very creative!

Streyken · 19th February 2008, 08:51 PM

A cauldron and a bong - sorry it's the Australian Shiraz.

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Originally Posted by treestyle

...guess you'll get used to what ever you use, or learn in?

Very True, and you'll be criticized to no end if it isn't what's in style with the current self proclaimed "tree experts," whatever that is. Doesn't matter that the guy telling me what I should be doing, and using, has been in the hospital twice, plus knocked out a set of primaries in the last three years. (Can you tell I've had a bad start to the week dealing with the local apes?) I use the Buckingham 1374 (floating Dee) without leg straps, and I love it. This is only my second belt in 14 year.

treevet · 19th February 2008, 09:54 PM

Nothing like getting unsolicited advice from a bad tree man. Anyway I purfer a seat saddle, got a few of them and sometime I reluctantly do the leg straps. Never had them before in the old days. One s got full suspenders. I got to have a double rope snap. They only come in the safety version these days (Sherrill) but I bought a whole box full at an auction years ago without safeties. They are easy on the hips in the spring when I get blisters and a few wraps and catch rope in one snap and they make a great thrower, but don t let it swing into your forehead

pomme · 21st February 2008, 04:02 AM

i loved my old sit harness but the freedom police outlawed them years ago, all harnesses in the uk have to have leg loops. there was a call to enforce full body harnesses but that hasn t happened yet thank f**k

treevet · 21st February 2008, 04:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pomme

i loved my old sit harness but the freedom police outlawed them years ago, all harnesses in the uk have to have leg loops. there was a call to enforce full body harnesses but that hasn t happened yet thank f**k

Is there actually somebody out there patrolling with binocs trying to catch guys with saddle violations? If so, how much of a bite do they have?

Is that your motorpickle? What kind have you got?

pomme · 21st February 2008, 05:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by treevet

Is there actually somebody out there patrolling with binocs trying to catch guys with saddle violations? If so, how much of a bite do they have?

Is that your motorpickle? What kind have you got?

Think we got more cameras than people here. if your caught using one you ll get thrown off site and maybe prosecuted for it health and safety police (bastards)

Yep thats my old bike taken at brands hatch (coming out of Druids)

now got a later gsxr 750 picking up a gsxr 600 for the mrs on sunday (happy days)

treevet · 21st February 2008, 05:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pomme

Think we got more cameras than people here. if your caught using one you ll get thrown off site and maybe prosecuted for it health and safety police (bastards)

Yep thats my old bike taken at brands hatch (coming out of Druids)

now got a later gsxr 750 picking up a gsxr 600 for the mrs on sunday (happy days)

Now, that s some serious gear there. If I was younger I would have a race replica like those. I ride a product of your country, an 05 Triumph Speed Triple 1050. My mother was a war bride from England and genetics made me buy it I guess. A good ride after work gets me back to work the next day after busting ass all day.

treevet · 21st February 2008, 05:11 AM

PS. That and Tree World!

pomme · 21st February 2008, 05:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by treevet

Now, that s some serious gear there. If I was younger I would have a race replica like those. I ride a product of your country, an 05 Triumph Speed Triple 1050. My mother was a war bride from England and genetics made me buy it I guess. A good ride after work gets me back to work the next day after busting ass all day.

nothing wrong with a Trumpet those speed triples are supposed to be the mutts nuts. my mate has one keep threatening to nick it for a blast

14th February 2008, 06:26 PM	#1 (permalink)
stoneknight Sappling Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: victoria, bc Posts: 7	Which do you prefer? ok so I got a preference question. Which do you prefer for your climbing saddle? a hard seat or independant leg straps...and why? Last edited by Ekka : 23rd February 2008 at 03:06 PM. Reason: Corrected terms & spelling

14th February 2008, 06:44 PM	#2 (permalink)
newguy18 Part of the Furniture Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Live Oak Florida home of the crapiest trees you will ever see. Posts: 2,682	Re: witch do you puffer? I can't speak for either as i have a weaver 4 dee.it is a p.o.s.don't buy it. __________________ Have your say join us today. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xzkd_m4ivmc http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xzfzb...eature=related http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x-OqK...eature=related

14th February 2008, 11:30 PM	#3 (permalink)
Therrin The Tree World Bandit Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Lancaster, Ca Posts: 1,273	Re: witch do you puffer? Not to nag... but it should be "which do you prefer?" I've used both. They both have pros and cons. Depends... Big dismantles where you've gotta spend a little time inbetween waiting for the rope to come up and down, etc... or waiting around for any reason, the single strap is more comfy. As far as agility, the seperate leg straps are best.

15th February 2008, 02:03 AM	#4 (permalink)
Ekka Eric Frei Administrator - Brisbane L5 (Dip) Hort Cert III Arb + some Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Brisbane Posts: 6,943	Re: witch do you puffer? Hard seat coz it aint a nut crusher and comfy coz your azz takes the weight not ya legs! __________________ Remember to use the "search" function, if you have answers/questions post them so everyone can benefit. Free Tree and Green Industry Link Directory Qualified Brisbane Tree Lopping \| Stump Grinding and Stump Removal Brisbane Brisbane Tree Care, Consultations, Developer, Tree and Arborist Reports Forum Sponsors

15th February 2008, 06:18 AM	#5 (permalink)
stoneknight Sappling Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: victoria, bc Posts: 7	Re: witch do you puffer? ok so we all agree that my spelling is not my strongest trait.

15th February 2008, 07:20 AM	#6 (permalink)
Pro Nemus Sappling Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Detroit, MI Posts: 39	Re: witch do you puffer? I actually like the weaver saddles quite a bit. I have a 4-dee with a butt-strap and a floating-dee with leg loops. I don't find either to be uncomfortable. However, the floating-dee is a big plus. In fact, the next saddle I buy will have double floating dees. This makes it so much easier to walk a limb or make a cut facing away from your TIP.

16th February 2008, 07:38 PM	#7 (permalink)
Daveindubuque Sappling Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Dubuque Ia Posts: 9	Re: witch do you puffer? I started in the 4 d weaver nut cruncher. That was company owned. That made my back sore from fighting my rope. Decided if I was too stay in the business for more than a year, I would have to change saddles. Went to the weaver slidin' d with leg straps, hdp roller. Nice set up, comfy good mobility, though slightly heavy. Slid off my hips due to a lack of azz. Then moved to the glide. Nice saddle. Little bit lighter, rope bridge with a micro pulley. Didn't like the web style belt, After while it would slip down with saw weight. So I went to the buckingham traverse deluxe with a boson seat. Super comfy, and with plenty of mobility, and a major plus it stays were it sould.

17th February 2008, 02:34 AM	#8 (permalink)
Therrin The Tree World Bandit Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Lancaster, Ca Posts: 1,273	Re: witch do you puffer? Daveindubuque, You can use suspenders or a chest harness to keep your saddle from sliding down. Works pretty well, keeps it in place and comfy. Was looking at the hdp rollers in Sherrill's catalog the other day, looked interesting, how did you like it? Noticeable difference? Is it a system you'd hold onto, or did it just work for the time being?

17th February 2008, 04:18 AM	#9 (permalink)
pomme Semi-mature vigorous tree Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: england Posts: 220	Re: witch do you puffer? got an old sky belt. need to change if as its f**ked, worn right out but comfy as the new ones are nt the same D s come a bit higher so pulls on your back. like a belt with fixed D s soft seat and leg loops any suggestions cheers

19th February 2008, 02:49 AM	#10 (permalink)
treestyle Semi-mature vigorous tree Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: North Brisbane Posts: 128	Re: witch do you puffer? i puffer single leg straps. got buckinham glide. if i gota hang i can slide the leg loops more under the back of my knees and avoid the nut squash. tried seat once once but i no like, guess you'll get used to what ever you use, or learn in? you spellings fine mate.....very creative!

19th February 2008, 09:54 PM	#12 (permalink)
treevet Over mature heritage tree Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Cincinnati, Ohio, USA Posts: 977	Re: witch do you puffer? Nothing like getting unsolicited advice from a bad tree man. Anyway I purfer a seat saddle, got a few of them and sometime I reluctantly do the leg straps. Never had them before in the old days. One s got full suspenders. I got to have a double rope snap. They only come in the safety version these days (Sherrill) but I bought a whole box full at an auction years ago without safeties. They are easy on the hips in the spring when I get blisters and a few wraps and catch rope in one snap and they make a great thrower, but don t let it swing into your forehead

21st February 2008, 04:02 AM	#13 (permalink)
pomme Semi-mature vigorous tree Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: england Posts: 220	Re: witch do you puffer? i loved my old sit harness but the freedom police outlawed them years ago, all harnesses in the uk have to have leg loops. there was a call to enforce full body harnesses but that hasn t happened yet thank f**k

21st February 2008, 05:11 AM	#17 (permalink)
treevet Over mature heritage tree Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Cincinnati, Ohio, USA Posts: 977	Re: witch do you puffer? PS. That and Tree World!