Just curious as to what's most popular. Gonna go for the Butterfly,but am going to wait till the big tree expo in Baltimore,Nov.2003 and give it a try before I buy.

Yes, TCI is holding. At the Baltimore Convention Center.

monkeypuzzle,

Since getting a Butterfly, i haven't used my B'ham Versatile. I will say that for long sits, the seat batten is more comfortable. B'fly however, is the most comfy leg strap saddle I've ever used....likely not as comfy as the New Tribe..which is lacking some features that I need for everyday tree work.

However, Tony Sackett of Fresco said he would be unveiling his new design at the Expo.. be sure to check it out...and let us know what you think.

Robert, I know we've talked about this in the past in another area of this forum, but you mentioned needing a permit to climb the trees at Druid Hill Park. Who told you this? How do you go about getting a permit?

So let’s see a pic of the Glide. What do YOU like about it? Is it for pro climbers or rec. climbers? Who makes it? DETAILS PLEASE. Not everybody is going to the trade show.

The thing I like about the Glide is that it is just about fully take-apart-able.

The very first thing many climbers do when they get their butterfly is to cut off the strap and tie on a shorter one. Most people are using around a 3/8" diameter cord, tied on each side with a double-fisherperson's knot. I think it's sloppy looking and the knots are just bulky. With the new setup, you can girth hitch a sling right on to the saddle. They sell nice ones made by Samson. If it were my saddle, I'd just buy a webbing sling and girth hitch that on their, though you might replace it a bit more often than if it was the one made by Samson.
Looks good. Can't wait to try it out!

love
nick