Carl Kossuth #1 - Saddle Up For The Hunt

In this episode of Launch One, I sit down with Carl Kossuth, one of the founders and lead designers behind the hunting saddles at Tethrd. Carl talks about how his background in law enforcement, gear design, and sewing shelters eventually led him into the early saddle hunting movement and helped shape one of the most influential saddle companies in the industry.We get into the evolution of saddle hunting, the design philosophy behind modern saddles, and the meat and potatoes of the gear: materials, saddle geometry, minimalist climbing systems, and why a full mobile setup can weigh under 7 pounds. Carl also explains the basics of climbing and setting up in a tree, dialing in tether and bridge position, and how body mechanics affect stability when you’re shooting from a saddle.If you’ve ever wondered how saddle hunting works or what actually goes into designing a high-performance saddle, this episode dives into it with someone who’s been part of the movement from the beginning.