Aero Hunter Tree Saddle - A new hunting saddle made by New Tribe, Inc.

Today’s tree stand hunting devices have a serious downside—even with the
finest tree stand and the best harness, falls are still occurring. A tree stand
harness can catch a fall, but does not protect against one. With our 30 years
experience making fall‐prevention gear for tree climbers, it was natural for
New Tribe to step in with a safe alternative to tree stands. Thanks to the many
tree hunters who came to New Tribe asking for a solution like Aero Hunter!

To ascend the tree, Aero includes an adjustable rope lineman’s belt. Use this with your own climbing sticks or steps, and you can safely reach hunting height. Once there, set the adjustable tree strap and tie in. The hunt is on!

The system is designed for versatile positioning. From one tie-in point, you can move up or down, side to side, and control distance from the trunk for stability and maneuvering. The lineman’s belt and the tree strap are each equipped with a prusik loop that you can move up or down the rope to control your position.

COMPONENTS
The complete Aero Hunter tree hunting system includes:
Aero tree saddle with rigging plates and long rope bridge
Lineman's belt consisting of rope, prusik loop, carabiner and protective sleeve
Tree strap consisting of rope, prusik loop and carabiner
Gear bag that holds everything
Available in two adjustable sizes.
Size 1 (waist 26" to 37")
Size 2 (waist 35" to 46")

BENEFITS
Prevents a fall when set up and used as directed
You face the trunk, hiding your presence and controlling your position with your feet
You can smoothly and silently move around the trunk to shoot in any direction
You can shoot directly below you
Comfort and safety while you wait
Quiet, low visibility, lightweight
Compact, folds into its small carry bag, or you can hike in wearing it
Carry bag doubles as gear bag while you are aloft

SPECIFICATIONS
Saddle: New Tribe Aero Hunter tree climbing saddle, rated 5000 lbs
Rigging plates on saddle: SMC NFPA Mini Rigging Plates rated 8000 lbs
Rope for bridge, lineman’s belt and tree strap: Yale Bandit 24 strand 7/16” diameter climbing rope, rated 5,600 lbs
Carabiners: SMC Kinetic Twist Double Auto Lock, rated 6000 lbs
Prusik loops: Samson Rope 9mm Accessory Cord, rated 4300 lbs.

 

Anyone use these and have enough experience to provide quality feedback?

Tom

 

I too, am interested in some feedback from people who have experienced with this or a similar set up.

There are some reviews on YouTube of the aero tree saddle, but I would feel comfortable from unbiased reviews of this product from people who are not paid to advertise them.