Venatic Saddle Kit

This was my 1st ever saddle purchase was able to hunt all of archery and rifle here in PA. I will say the saddel itsellf in the tree was very comfortable however it does not like to stay up on your waist when you are walking to you setup which is inconvenient and a hassel to constantly tighten it. I am very unhappy with the quality of material asit has started to wear just after 1 season! I expected this to last multiple seasons but its already falling apart after one i would not recommend

This is now my second saddle. Got it in L/XL Brown. I am 6'2" and 204lbs. There is no hip pinch, back pressure, or leg pressure while in this. Once you find that sweer spot, can sit all day in it. I did upgrade the Venatic pouch to 2 Nimbus pouches and added the suspenders. That made a huge difference. You have to find a way to mount the suspenders, seeing as there is not an option for it on the Venatic. It is very comfortable for long sits. I also added the back band and ascenders to make life easier while in tree. Overall, this is a great saddle.

Trophyline has always made exceptional products. They knocked it out of the park with the venatic saddle! Super comfortable, lightweight, and the material is durable. Can’t wait to do some all day sits in it later this year. Will be buying another one for the wife and definitely recommend ordering one if you’re on the fence about it.

Let's start with the pros. It is a comfortable saddle where you can easily sit all day. The dump pouches are really nice and the molle system that they have along with the rubber webbing is definitely a great design. However there are way too many cons to make up for the few pros.

The buckles are super loud always hitting metal on metal when you're trying to be the most quiet in the woods. The waist belt sucks meaning once you cinch it down while you're moving throughout the woods or hanging sticks, it somehow always comes loose. The strap design is a flaw for sure no matter how much I played with it.

The sticks and the platform are very very good but the latitude outdoors saddle really put some work into the design. Even more comfortable with the padding they integrated, zero noise with no buckles, and a rope belt system so nothing comes loose. Also optional leg straps and drop down saddle design eliminated the need for an additional purchase of a back support.

This is now my favorite new saddle out of 3 others I own from different companies. Easily the most comfortable. I was pleasantly surprised considering how light it is.
Extremely well made a very well thought out design. I especially like the smaller diameter ropes after using much larger ones for many years. Really cuts down the bulk and when in the pouch you hardly even know they’re there.

Well-made. Good value for the quality.

It is definitely light weight and comfortable. The open bridge is okay, it could be better, needs less length in the adjustment knot and a adjustment loop to hook on the side you hook carabiner for adjustment on any pinch on lower legs.

This is my first saddle, and I’ve only had two sits. It’s very comfortable, easy to use. My only complaint, and it may just be user error, is that the waist band doesn’t stay very tight while walking in and out, so it wants to fall off. Other that that, very packable and comfortable

They were great with my questions and their products are awesome. If they weren't i would let you know but no complaints. I called with questions and they were down to earth and very knowledgeable

Venatic Saddle Kit

New to saddle hunting, but I’m three sits in and getting used to the set up process but with the roughly 15 hours this saddle is extremely comfortable.

Bought this kit on a Black Friday sale. I’ve had it out 5 times now and it’s absolutely exceeded my expectations. I love the abundance of durable loops to hook extra gear and pouches to. The only downside is that the pouch is pretty flimsy and is also very difficult to pull the string closed with just one hand. I suggest getting a different pouch to go with this setup.

I’ve used this kit for (3) years and it has been fantastic . The saddle is lightweight , packs down very easily and is comfortable. I’ve recommended this to my friends who are interested in saddle hunting.

I tried the nimbus saddle first, which was OK but a I had pressure on my hips after a few hours. The Venatic is much lighter and doesn't add the pressure in my hips like the Nimbus, the only issue I have is the buckles don't stay tight. I'm 5'11" 180 lbs, 32" waist, L Shirt/Jacket and use a M/L saddle for reference

Im just getting into saddle hunting, but this saddle to date is the most comfortable, light weight, and easy to pack rig for the woods.
My intention is to use this rig for Virginia whitetail and Oregon Roosevelt Elk. Bowhunt of course.

Comfort always has a place in the heirarchy, because if you hate the feel, then you will not use it. The lightweight and total packed volume is important for me, especially when im stalking around the Oregon coast in rainforrests all day. I'll ground hunt for most of the day, but there will be those moments when getting up in a tree has its benefits. Adding the capability to loiter on the edge of harsh terrain up in the trees, without having to lug around heavy things is pretty darn cool.

Got the venteic last year and love it it's comfortable i can site all day

Super comfortable and lightweight. Material is strong and straps are top tier! Highly recommend!

Light weight, comfortable.

So happy with my purchase of the venatic saddle kit. Lightweight, comfortable and quiet. Would 100% buy again.

Saddle is very good and fits all my needs

I’m a smaller guy- 5’7 and 155lb. After tightening the legs and belt, there’s no play in the saddle itself. It sits and fits well- however- once it’s time to head out of the tree I’ve noticed the belt clips give way and loosen so that by the time I get off the tree the saddle is falling to the ground. I would definitely recommend and prefer a buckle style belt that can be tightened and stay tightened.

I have a 32 waist. The M/L size waist straps were too long. All the way tight it was still loose. I solved it with a strap hook and took all of the slack out of the left side. Put buckle in the center. For the high cost a strap adjustment should be included.

Great saddle package, quality and workmanship are top notch!

My first saddle and happy I chose Trophyline. Venatic is very comfortable and I feel very secure. The 8mm ropes are very lightweight and easy to store. Thanks to team at Trophyline. Can't wait to use it more next season.

I’m 5`11” 210lbs and got the M/L and found it to be VERY conformable with minimal adjustment. Could hang for hours and barely notice it’s there. All three rows of gear/molle loops come in handy. The material is noisy, but is literally a non-issue once the saddle is on. The rubberized waist band really helps keep it in place while walking (so long as the belt is tight), and the belt being wide and flat adds to the comfort. Lots of very well thought out details on this saddle, right down the “bridge garage"

What I don’t like:
Biggest complaint is that the belt and leg straps DO NOT stay tight. You could walk a mile without a problem, then go 10 more feet and have it fall around your ankles. You really have to keep an eye on it. I’ve even had it tight in the tree, climbed down, then have it fall off when I hit the ground and disconnect. The legs straps make it worse, as they loosen up and sag, they tend to pull at the saddle as you walk. The buckles themselves are nice, solid and durable, but are very heavy, noisy until fastened together, and perhaps a big overkill for not bearing much load. The “compression hook” does not stay connected when walking, especially if the leg straps are connected—if loose, your legs pull on the straps and yank the compress hook out of the molle loop, while the act of tightening the leg straps does the same thing. Lastly, I’m not a fan of the bridge setup as it comes from Trophyline. The carabiner is convenient at times, but adds extra noise, bulk and length to the prusik, and I don’t that it doesn’t drop the bridge loop. The bridge rope itself is a little too think and stiff for my preference; and if you try to rotate (so the bridge slides through the tether carabiner), the prusik on the bridge gets hung up on the tether connection (at least on the one side).

Overall, it’s a great piece of gear, but could benefit from some minor manufacturer tweaks or DIY customization—all my complaints have an at home remedy. Solid 3.5 stars that could easily be 5.

I’m new to saddle hunting. In the little time that I’ve spent in it, I’ve noticed that the saddle rides up my back a bit while sitting/moving in the tree but that may be from me not knowing what I’m doing (not having my setup adjusted properly). I’ll keep testing it out - I likely just need to get used to it and keep figuring out my setup. Overall, the saddle seems legit and I’m super stoked /excited on my purchase.