Safty Vest / Harness

Yellowlab823 · Post by **Yellowlab823** » Thu Sep 18, 2008 8:57 pm

Hello from Suffolk, Va. I'm new to the forum and to the sport of crossbow hunting (Exocet 200). I have spent a few days browsing the forum and have found it very informative.

Ok on to my reason for this post.
I was wondering if anyone has first hand knowledge of the Hunter System Safety vest / harness. Looking for pro, cons, overall quality and what others are using.

Thanks in advance for any replys.

mikej · Post by **mikej** » Thu Sep 18, 2008 9:14 pm

i have no experiance with it just wanted to welcome you to the forum its a great place to be you'll meet some great people

Yellowlab823 · Post by **Yellowlab823** » Thu Sep 18, 2008 9:25 pm

Thanks Mike for the welcome.

I'm really excited about the upcoming crossbow season. There is so much to learn about crossbows and this seems like a great place to start.

mikej · Post by **mikej** » Thu Sep 18, 2008 9:34 pm

you've found the best one on the net in my opinion. i wish i could help you with the safety harness but this is only my second bow season and i didn't use one last year i will be watching this thread as well to read some reviews as i agree it is definately something a hunter should have.

raydaughety · Post by **raydaughety** » Thu Sep 18, 2008 9:35 pm

Welcome to the forum! I don't climb often due to a back injury but when I do I always wear a Hunter's Safety System Full Body Harness and this is one of the reasons why.

http://www.excaliburcrossbow.com/phpBB2 ... ht=harness

The Hunter's Safety System Pro Series is the only harness that I have used since the truth about "safety belts" became available. I have one and my 11 year old son has one. I can't compare it to other harnesses on the market but I'll say this about mine. It's easy to put on once you adjust it to your body size, it's light, cool and comes with a deer drag. They are a little expensive but you CANNOT afford not to own one. I would also purchase this:
http://www.keystonecountrystore.com/Hun ... 25006.html

Again your in about $150.00, spinal injuries cost much much more and last a lifetime. No matter what brand you go with, please use it every time you climb, we enjoy your company.

Grizzly Adam · Post by **Grizzly Adam** » Thu Sep 18, 2008 10:13 pm

Welcome to the forum, Yellowlab823!

Using a quality safety vest is a must! It's worth your money.

They Hunter's Safety System Pro Series is a good one!

Yellowlab823 · Post by **Yellowlab823** » Thu Sep 18, 2008 10:16 pm

Ray
Thanks for the input into the safety harness. I can relate to the surgury, I had neck surgury last year and wore a brace for 6 very long weeks. Fortunately I was still able to get into the woods and do a little hunting from ground level of course.

Gerard.

Normous · Post by **Normous** » Thu Sep 18, 2008 10:18 pm

Welcome,
My wife and I both wear the HSS vest.
-Very easy to put on in the dark.
-Has pockets.
-You don't even know your wearing it.
Please wear a vest!

Hi5 · Post by **Hi5** » Thu Sep 18, 2008 10:21 pm

I just bought the Pro model, and it looks like a good one. I like the mesh idea for hot weather wear. The straps are arranged so they don't get into a tangle like my old one did.

Shop around before buying. I bought mine from Ebay and a lot cheaper than Cabela's.

saxman · Post by **saxman** » Fri Sep 19, 2008 7:14 am

Welcome friend
Yes they are good vests.
I am getting one.
I dont have it yet so I'm using a ground Blind till I do have it

Rich · Post by **Rich** » Fri Sep 19, 2008 7:36 am

I have the HSS Pro Series and it is a quality vest. I picked mine up at the Harrisburg Show last year for $110. I think they average $130-140 now. The buckles make a world of differance in putting it on and off.

Rich

DesertRat · Post by **DesertRat** » Fri Sep 19, 2008 10:16 am

Vests are great but I read somewhere that 75% of all falls are getting in and out of the stand. You want the best protection money can buy? Get yourself this bad boy. I bought one this year to try it out.http://www.integratedsafety.us/store/

Phoenix92 · Post by **Phoenix92** » Fri Sep 19, 2008 7:19 pm

I have an HSS vest also..the things i like about it is that its light can adjust to my small frame and its reversable from camo to hunter orange. The pockets are also great to hold warmers, bleat caller and other trinkets

Yellowlab823 · Post by **Yellowlab823** » Fri Sep 19, 2008 10:37 pm

Thanks for all the user input it is always good to get reviews from those who actually use a product. Looks like I will be picking one up soon.

mikej · Post by **mikej** » Fri Sep 19, 2008 10:57 pm

i think thats the one i will start looking for as well