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Predator V Tree Saddle Platform

Predator V Tree Saddle Platform

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$189.99at Academy SportsChecked Nov 11

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Price facts

  • Last seen at $189.99 at Academy Sports on Nov 11.

Our take on the Predator V Tree Saddle Platform

The Predator V is a cast-metal tree saddle platform for hunters who climb and hunt from a saddle rather than a hang-on stand. It levels with a large knob that works with gloves, pivots on nylon bushings to cut creaking, and locks to the tree with a roller cam strap. A MOLLE tab on the post slides into 1-inch webbing for hands-free climbing, and the powder-coated, traction-textured surface kills glare. It suits mobile saddle hunters who want a quiet, packable platform; it is heavier and bulkier to carry than a ring of steps, but gives a larger, flatter standing surface than most saddle platforms of its class.

Best forMobile tree saddle huntersHunters who stand and pivot while calling or glassingBowhunters who want a quiet, glare-free platformPublic-land hunters who set up and move often
Pros
  • Large flat standing surface for a saddle platform
  • Nylon bushings on the pivot reduce creaking
  • Glove-friendly leveling knob
  • Roller cam strap gives a firm, smooth tree connection
  • Powder coat with traction cuts glare and adds grip
  • MOLLE tab and 1/4-20 accessory thread add mounting options
Cons
  • Heavier and bulkier to pack than steps or a small platform
  • Cam strap and leveling take practice to set quietly
  • Traction texture can be rough on bare hands and knees
  • Not a stand: no seat or backrest for all-day sitting

Predator V Tree Saddle Platform prices at every store

  • Academy SportsNew

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    $189.99+ $10.82 shippingChecked Nov 11
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Predator V Tree Saddle Platform price history

Lowest price we've seen: $189.99 on Nov 12 at Academy Sports. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 12.

What reviewers say

Saddle hunters describe the Predator V as a stable, quiet platform with a generous standing surface and easy leveling, even with gloves on. Most complaints center on packed weight and bulk and on the learning curve of the cam strap and leveling.

What people mention
  • StabilityPraisedOwners say the platform feels solid and wobble-free once the cam strap is set.
  • NoisePraisedThe nylon bushings and cam strap are reported to keep creaking down on the tree.
  • LevelingPraisedHunters like the large knob, which lets them level the platform with gloves on.
  • WeightCriticisedCarrying it in is the main gripe; it is heavier and bulkier than steps or compact platforms.
  • SetupMixedThe cam strap and leveling work well but take practice to set quietly and quickly.
  • SurfaceMixedThe traction texture stops glare and slipping but is rough on bare hands and knees.

From Academy Sports

  • Powder coated finish with traction eliminates glare of bare metal and provides additional traction
  • Nylon bushings on the platform pivot prevent creaking and provide smooth adjustment and camming
  • Roller cam strap offers a smoother, sturdier connection
  • 1/4-20 thread accessory attachment on the bottom of the post for scent elimination devices or other attachments
  • MOLLE tab on the post slides into 1-inch MOLLE webbing for hands-free climbing
  • Improved adjustment knob provides platform leveling, even with gloved hands
Shipping
This item may ship from a different location, so it is only eligible for ground shipping and is not eligible for APO/FPO delivery.

About the Predator V Tree Saddle Platform

The Predator V is a tree saddle platform with a powder coated finish. The finish adds traction and removes the glare of bare metal.

Nylon bushings on the platform pivot keep it from creaking and allow smooth adjustment and camming. A roller cam strap gives a smoother, sturdier connection. The adjustment knob levels the platform and can be used with gloved hands.

A 1/4-20 thread accessory attachment on the bottom of the post holds scent elimination devices or other attachments. A MOLLE tab on the post slides into 1-inch MOLLE webbing, so the platform can be carried hands-free while climbing.

Finish
Powder coated, with traction
Pivot
Nylon bushings
Strap
Roller cam strap
Accessory mount
1/4-20 thread on the bottom of the post
MOLLE tab
On the post; fits 1-inch MOLLE webbing
Adjustment knob
Levels the platform; usable with gloved hands

Questions and answers

Is the Predator V stable enough to stand and pivot on?
Yes. The wide platform and roller cam strap hold firm on the tree, and owners report no wobble when it is set correctly. It is built for standing and pivoting, not sitting.
Does it creak when you shift your weight?
Nylon bushings on the platform pivot are there to prevent creaking, and owners say it stays quiet. A poorly set cam strap, not the pivot, is the usual source of noise.
Can I level it while wearing gloves?
Yes. The adjustment knob is sized for gloved hands and levels the platform on uneven trees.
What accessories can I attach to it?
The post has a 1/4-20 thread on the bottom for scent devices or similar accessories, and a MOLLE tab that slides into 1-inch webbing for hands-free climbing.
How does it compare with hunting from a hang-on stand?
It is lighter and packs flatter than a hang-on stand and lets you face the tree or away from it, but it has no seat, so it suits hunters who stand or lean in a saddle rather than sit all day.
Do I need a saddle to use it?
Yes. It is a platform for tree saddle hunting and is used with a saddle and climbing method, not as a stand on its own.
Where is the Predator V Tree Saddle Platform cheapest?
At Academy Sports, for $189.99, as of our latest check.

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