Ok guys I have one and I would choose my Oldman Grand Vision any day of the week over the saddle. It is nice if you are spotting deer in a field and you want to climb a tree just inside the wood line and put a ambush on them when they retreat to the woods after eating because it is quick and quiet. As far as long term sitting better get your back doctor on speed dial. But let me tell you they are the best thing in the world to have for hanging lock on stands just strap on to the tree and work with 2 free hands. High price to pay for hanging lock on stands though.