Just seeing what people's thoughts are here on this best. Yes ik the price is crazy. Don't really need to be reminded of that lolol anyways I just ordered one and I'm having second thoughts. The best layout looks perfect in my opinion though. Anyone have one? I've heard they updated the seat and it's not a user friendly anymore
I got one around Christmas time and love it. It fits very well to you, weight is dispersed evenly to where it doesn't feel like you're wearing much or anything really, and materials feel sturdy/durable. I haven't had it out for turkeys, but I have taken it squirrel hunting and it felt great going up and down hills with it. The seat feels fine to me from what I've been able to tell, but haven't really gotten to really use it yet. I think you will enjoy it!
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I just carry too much crap into the woods. But, if you load out on the light side, that vest would be golden especially in the late season when it gets hot.
I picked one up, decided to send it back due to some poor stitching in the seat cover. I know that's petty in most people's minds but for the price unacceptable to me. They offered a replacement but I declined.
Main reason I did was the issues and recalls I had with their other products.
Really liked the layout and thought put into it. Just decided it wasn't for me.
Quote from: perrytrails on February 12, 2024, 08:05:05 PM
I picked one up, decided to send it back due to some poor stitching in the seat cover. I know that's petty in most people's minds but for the price unacceptable to me. They offered a replacement but I declined.
Main reason I did was the issues and recalls I had with their other products.
Really liked the layout and thought put into it. Just decided it wasn't for me.
Okay, please don't take this the wrong way. I'm in the boat that 300$ for a vest just seems crazy. I'm not complaining, just stating how I feel. I feel like since the price is so high everytime I see something negative I use it to fuel my thought to cancel the order. Do you think maybe the same thing happened to you? Like it's not that 300$ makes you hard up, it's just hard to shell it out for that specific item?
For instance I use a really expensive hang on tree stand since I do hang and hunts. I actually canceled the order once before finally going through with it. Ended up being some of the best money I've ever spent lol I bet companies hate dummies like me
Quote from: Tomtom97 on February 12, 2024, 07:53:17 PM
I got one around Christmas time and love it. It fits very well to you, weight is dispersed evenly to where it doesn't feel like you're wearing much or anything really, and materials feel sturdy/durable. I haven't had it out for turkeys, but I have taken it squirrel hunting and it felt great going up and down hills with it. The seat feels fine to me from what I've been able to tell, but haven't really gotten to really use it yet. I think you will enjoy it!
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Do the shoulder straps stick closer to your neck leaving more room to shoukd a gun? Without the butt going over the strap of the the vest?
I was thinking I could use this vest, like you, for many other things. Upland hunting with a reduction of the seat and addition of the bird bag.
Many people like the vest and by no means make a decision based off my experience. It may be a great purchase and money well spent for you.
Tethrd makes some great equipment and I'm not trying to bash them in any way shape or form.
I'm guilty of being too picky sometimes, but imho more people should demand they get what they pay for. We all work hard for our money.
And as a side note, Tethrd's customer service was great imo.
Quote from: Bowtie747 on February 12, 2024, 08:11:29 PM
Quote from: perrytrails on February 12, 2024, 08:05:05 PM
I picked one up, decided to send it back due to some poor stitching in the seat cover. I know that's petty in most people's minds but for the price unacceptable to me. They offered a replacement but I declined.
Main reason I did was the issues and recalls I had with their other products.
Really liked the layout and thought put into it. Just decided it wasn't for me.
Okay, please don't take this the wrong way. I'm in the boat that 300$ for a vest just seems crazy. I'm not complaining, just stating how I feel. I feel like since the price is so high everytime I see something negative I use it to fuel my thought to cancel the order. Do you think maybe the same thing happened to you? Like it's not that 300$ makes you hard up, it's just hard to shell it out for that specific item?
For instance I use a really expensive hang on tree stand since I do hang and hunts. I actually canceled the order once before finally going through with it. Ended up being some of the best money I've ever spent lol I bet companies hate dummies like me
I'm sorry but $300 is nothing for something you'll use year after year. Look at the cost of quality backpacks like kifaru.
I think the turkey vest market has just been garbage for so long that we set the standard for cost at the junk Chinese vests made by everyone.
I for one am glad to see a boutique vest market popping up. It's long overdue and I'll pay for it without blinking an eye.
With all the things we have going on, we have decided to make our own vests. I love my Cabelas Tat'r 3 vest but they discontinued it of course. I will design it to be similar to that with my specific modifications. The materials arent cheap if you only buy a small amount, but the $$ and time will be well spent if we get it right. I figure the first one will be a " Frankenstein" and hopefully the second generation will be what we are looking for. Follow your gut and buy it if you like it. Z
The sub par seat and lack of good way to carry a box call makes it a no go for me.
I'm also a bit turned off at their "only turkey vest made in the USA" advertisement. It remains on their site despite me pointing it out on a couple of occasions.
i used one all year last year. I loved it. Our season is hot and i walk a lot so i like a light vest with a water bladder. Seat was just fine for me.
I used mine hard through both spring and fall turkey seasons and found it to be darn near perfect for me. The box call thing wasn't an issue for me, I carried my longbox holster in the right side pocket of the bird bag. With everything cinched down I could pull the box out with one hand and put it back in without looking.
Just curious, what other vests are made here?
Quote from: PALongspur on February 13, 2024, 04:21:01 PM
I used mine hard through both spring and fall turkey seasons and found it to be darn near perfect for me. The box call thing wasn't an issue for me, I carried my longbox holster in the right side pocket of the bird bag. With everything cinched down I could pull the box out with one hand and put it back in without looking.
Just curious, what other vests are made here?
https://finalrise.com/products/summit-turkey-system
Quote from: Dazzler on February 13, 2024, 05:56:18 PM
Quote from: PALongspur on February 13, 2024, 04:21:01 PM
I used mine hard through both spring and fall turkey seasons and found it to be darn near perfect for me. The box call thing wasn't an issue for me, I carried my longbox holster in the right side pocket of the bird bag. With everything cinched down I could pull the box out with one hand and put it back in without looking.
Just curious, what other vests are made here?
https://finalrise.com/products/summit-turkey-system
Ah yes, I remember them now. Thanks for posting ???? Like the looks of them also.
I really like the M2, but if the seat was more comfortable it would be a home run for me. I've been debating on seeing if I can move the seat from my Grounded vest to the M2.
For me having the waist belt is key. I hunt public 95% of the time and going in deep. Last spring I got to test it out with the turkey bag and it worked out perfect. Barely felt any weight on my shoulders.
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So far, this thing is sweet! I will say, heads up for anything looking at the vest now. They did change the seat up a little. The two exterior straps that connect the vest to the seat are now just straps. In the videos it's an elastics material. Or maybe I was misunderstanding. Anyways I changed where those two straps hookup to the vest and it's awesome. I actually like it better. Stays super tight while In transport.
I read somewhere of people calling people suckers for paying the price. I will say if it holds up for an amount of years it's well worth it. But time will tell. This thing fits my needs perfect. The ability to adjust it so much is awesome!
Quote from: Bowtie747 on February 14, 2024, 08:45:37 PM
So far, this thing is sweet! I will say, heads up for anything looking at the vest now. They did change the seat up a little. The two exterior straps that connect the vest to the seat are now just straps. In the videos it's an elastics material. Or maybe I was misunderstanding. Anyways I changed where those two straps hookup to the vest and it's awesome. I actually like it better. Stays super tight while In transport.
I read somewhere of people calling people suckers for paying the price. I will say if it holds up for an amount of years it's well worth it. But time will tell. This thing fits my needs perfect. The ability to adjust it so much is awesome!
Where did you move it to make it a tighter fit?
I also thought the straps were going to be elastic like my Cabelas Tatr, but so far it still seems to work for me.
6 Molle rows back from the belt end, on the top row. Might even move it towards the belt 1 position. I just reach back, unclick both buckles and my seat flops down. Rides really good but not as handy as they made the seat out to be. Buttttt for me I think I actually like it better
I just looked on their website and the vertical pouches are out of stock. I'm seriously debating on buying one but id definitely have to have the vertical pouches. Makes no sense to have the vest yet not front storage
Quote from: slave601 on February 16, 2024, 05:42:27 AM
I just looked on their website and the vertical pouches are out of stock. I'm seriously debating on buying one but id definitely have to have the vertical pouches. Makes no sense to have the vest yet not front storage
It comes with two horizontal pouches if you didn't know!
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Quote from: slave601 on February 16, 2024, 05:42:27 AM
I just looked on their website and the vertical pouches are out of stock. I'm seriously debating on buying one but id definitely have to have the vertical pouches. Makes no sense to have the vest yet not front storage
It comes with two horizontal pouches if you didn't know!
I see that now! Thanks
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Hehe so you just bought one right? I believe there on sale at tethrds website
For the ones who have these, do you buy it in parts and pieces? Or can you buy a straight up vest.
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Quote from: runngun on February 16, 2024, 01:46:40 PM
For the ones who have these, do you buy it in parts and pieces? Or can you buy a straight up vest.
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You buy the whole set in parts and pieces, then you put it together how you like. You can also buy spare/extra parts and add them on where you want if you need more room.
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My question is for the guys who have this vest with the hydration pack, if you have stuff in the backpack section is it still comfortable when leaning up against a tree?
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I have one and used it all last season. I really like it. I reached out to Glenda Green and she made me a really nice box call holder , a couple more pot call holders and a set of striker holders. She put Velcro on the back of the holders and I set the vest up. I am able to carry 4 pot calls and 6 strikers easily if I choose. Also the box call holder she made is heads above what came with the vest. The pocket need about an inch more on width to be perfect but my box fits in the vest. Tight but fits. I have 2 pouches for the back that can store extra stuff. I take them off when I don't want them very easily. I also have a grounded vest and will say that out of all the vest I have had and do own , these 2 are perfect for me. No regrets with either.
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Quote from: Bowtie747 on February 14, 2024, 08:45:37 PM
So far, this thing is sweet! I will say, heads up for anything looking at the vest now. They did change the seat up a little. The two exterior straps that connect the vest to the seat are now just straps. In the videos it's an elastics material. Or maybe I was misunderstanding. Anyways I changed where those two straps hookup to the vest and it's awesome. I actually like it better. Stays super tight while In transport.
I read somewhere of people calling people suckers for paying the price. I will say if it holds up for an amount of years it's well worth it. But time will tell. This thing fits my needs perfect. The ability to adjust it so much is awesome!
So does the seat still flip down while still being strapped and flip up or do you have to unhook the side traps to flip it down? This is the main reason I want this vest. I thought the seat was like the rng 200 vests
Where did you move it to make it a tighter fit?
I also thought the straps were going to be elastic like my Cabelas Tatr, but so far it still seems to work for me.
How is everyone carrying their thermacell with this vest? Short and/or long box?
Quote from: Dazzler on February 22, 2024, 09:28:14 AM
How is everyone carrying their thermacell with this vest? Short and/or long box?
I just got some molle cup holder attachments off of Amazon and put one on for a water bottle and the other for thermacell
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Just pulled the trigger on it. Ordered the vest today
Anyone know if they offer a mil/leo discount?
How are you guys who own the best carrying your thermocells?
For those of you that purchased the M2, were you satisfied with the storage space with the base setups (horizontal pouches)? I have my trusty Alpz Grand Slam for long setups and packing in more gear than I need. Interested in the M2 for those run and gun days but don't want to leave behind any essentials...a couple pot calls, a few strikers, shells, a pair of snips and room for the cell phone or a couple snacks. Hard to tell from online pictures but the provided pouches should hold that much I assume?
I'm going to use the vertical pouches for snips, locator calls and probably a box call. Is there anywhere to run the vertical pouch besides on the waist behind you? I was wondering if you can put it on the vertical strap that runs down your chest to the waist belt.
Quote from: Bowtie747 on February 23, 2024, 01:04:03 PM
How are you guys who own the best carrying your thermocells?
I carry mine clipped to the molle loops on the bird bag. Works great ????
Quote from: Dazzler on February 13, 2024, 08:26:25 AM
The sub par seat and lack of good way to carry a box call makes it a no go for me.
I'm also a bit turned off at their "only turkey vest made in the USA" advertisement. It remains on their site despite me pointing it out on a couple of occasions.
it's a copy of another "made in the USA vest" that was already in production. Or either they are making it for them.... It looks decent. Price doesn't bother me for what it is .... If somebody made exactly what I wanted in a turkey vest and it was u.s. made I'd buy it..... I'm still using an alps super elite 4.0 and have been ever since they released one in new bottomland , to replace my Russell super elite 3 . Super elites are the only vests I've personally used and the lay out is second nature for me and what I carry . I'm sure I'll upgrade one day...
Quote from: Dazzler on February 22, 2024, 06:40:36 PM
Anyone know if they offer a mil/leo discount?
From what I remember, yes they do. I would email Tethrd for the code
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Quote from: PottsieDeRock on February 24, 2024, 05:07:17 PM
For those of you that purchased the M2, were you satisfied with the storage space with the base setups (horizontal pouches)? I have my trusty Alpz Grand Slam for long setups and packing in more gear than I need. Interested in the M2 for those run and gun days but don't want to leave behind any essentials...a couple pot calls, a few strikers, shells, a pair of snips and room for the cell phone or a couple snacks. Hard to tell from online pictures but the provided pouches should hold that much I assume?
Yes, I was surprised. I put everything I had from my old vest into the M2. One pocket I have my box call, headlamp, stocking cap. The other I have 3 strikers, two pot calls, 3-4 shells, my light gloves, and my mask. I have not figured out where my phone is going to go yet, but im sure there will be plenty of space when I use the shell, gloves, hat, etc. I may be able to slip the phone in the exterior pocket.
Quote from: Bowtie747 on February 23, 2024, 01:04:03 PM
How are you guys who own the best carrying your thermocells?
I bought a nomad pouch and some molle straps and perfect set up.
I got a M2 this week for my bday. With the seat not having the elastic straps anymore, how are you supposed to keep the seat tight when walking , and not have to adjust the straps to flip it down? If i have mine nice and tight against my body when walking, once i flip it , it sits up way to high on my body so I have to adjust both seat straps each time I sit down, and then once i flip it back to travel mode, tighten the straps back up.
All the videos you watch of the prior iteration that had elastic straps, that didnt appear to be an issue- they could sinch it tight for walking but could still flip it down to sit without adjusting the straps. I have no clue why they would have gotten rid of the elastic straps on it!
I can answer part of my question above, I talked with Tethrd and they no longer have the elastic straps on the seat due to 'reasons of patenting'. I'm guessing some other vest co(Likley the cabelas speed seat?). had a patent on the elastic straps. They are going to send me some elastic straps to swap out however, so hopefully that fixes my issues.
Quote from: tbowers on May 24, 2024, 02:13:42 PMI can answer part of my question above, I talked with Tethrd and they no longer have the elastic straps on the seat due to 'reasons of patenting'. I'm guessing some other vest co(Likley the cabelas speed seat?). had a patent on the elastic straps. They are going to send me some elastic straps to swap out however, so hopefully that fixes my issues.
They've sent out enough cease and desist letters and have a patent guy. You'd think they'd know before getting to production.
The elastic strap for the seat made all the difference in the world. Using the 'stock' rigid strap on the seat makes it so you need to adjust the straps every time you flip the seat down, and flip it back up. With the elastic strap, you dont need to adjust at all.
Its a pretty significant downside on the new vests IMO, although you can order elastic webbing on Amazon for a couple bucks, or do like I did and contact Tethrd, they sent it to me for free.
Quote from: tbowers on May 30, 2024, 09:50:39 AMThe elastic strap for the seat made all the difference in the world. Using the 'stock' rigid strap on the seat makes it so you need to adjust the straps every time you flip the seat down, and flip it back up. With the elastic strap, you dont need to adjust at all.
Its a pretty significant downside on the new vests IMO, although you can order elastic webbing on Amazon for a couple bucks, or do like I did and contact Tethrd, they sent it to me for free.
Thanks for the heads up!