I love my saddle setup - have harvested whitetails from it 2 of the last 3 years - both within 20yds. Shooting lanes are definitely a consideration in AB forests but I've always been able to find a suitable tree. I find you have a lot more shot angle opportunities from a saddle than from a fixed stand - nearly 360 degrees.
I still have set stands up out in the woods - but the wind / conditions aren't always good for those so having a mobile setup like a saddle or a climber is a nice tool to have.
I have the Hawk setup - came as a full kit except the sticks.
Bryan.
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