Any tips for adjusting TreeMotion?

[onetruth]

I tried out a TreeMotion in the shop - felt unbelievably comfy. The previous occupant must have shared a similar body shape to me, but it never occurred to me to measure the bridge or strap lengths.

 

I've had one for a couple of weeks now and just can't seem to replicate the feeling. It's either hurting my hips, pushing/pulling me from/into my system, or trying to turn me into a eunuch. (I'm the sort of person who has trouble working out which hole I should use on a belt or how tight I should pull my shoelaces). I've fiddled with the bridge, thigh straps, etc. I can tell it feels different each time, but not whether I'm going in the right direction or not. I don't really have a spare week in which to keep trying random settings until I fluke a good fit.

 

My old butterfly felt lovely and had a fixed bridge length, so I've copied that for now but as the harness is significantly different I suspect there must be a more scientific method. I have read the manual.

 

So... any tips on getting the right fit would be much appreciated.

 

What sequence should I be making the adjustments in, and what should I be aiming for at each step?

Should I be thinking in terms of angles/proportions when setting up, or is it all about how it feels (subjectively) when suspended?

Where would sensible starting positions be before I start adjusting? (I'm 5'11", slim, long arms)

 

Thanks!

[Rich Rule]

Not really a scientific method, but with my first one I just tried to set it up so as i was free hanging there seemed to be equal pressure on the back pad and leg loops. I shortened the bridge with a quick over hand knot at one end.

 

The second harness I just copied the setup and then taped all the loose bits down.

[BenR]

i fit the legs first so i can squeeze my fist in between the loop and my leg. Then sit in it and wind the upper straps in until i am sat as upright as i want. Then usually shorten the bridge about 4 inches.

[stihlmadasever]

Yip i also shortend the bridge on my treemotion just undo one of the knots and retie it further up with the same knot,if memory serves its just a fishermans knot init

[onetruth]

Thanks for taking the time, gents. Those were just the sort of suggestions I was after.

 

I will try the following:

1. Shorten bridge 4", fully loosen top straps.

2. Set leg loops so I can just squeeze my fist in.

3. Tighten top straps till at suitable angle.

4. Gradually adjust bridge and top straps till comfortable while maintaining angle.