I have been using a saddle for the last two seasons. Same observations the rest have expressed. I do wish I had a size larger. 6'1" and 210#, I bought a Tethrd Mantis in Large based on the website sizing info, but really need an XL. It took me a while to trust the system but now I am cautiously confident in it, meaning I double check every connection before committing to the tether alone. I saw this video the other night. Lesson is check the condition of your equipment! If I had taken a fall like this I am sure I would not have survived. I don't have the muscle mass this guy has...https://youtu.be/uLOJ3eyeZe4