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in reply to: Arrow length #34124
Not trying to answer for Steve but the center of mass would represent the arrow’s spine. Take 2 identically spined arrows the same length and cut 2 inches off of one and now the center of mass has moved closer to the bow and now they are no longer identical in mass or spine. The shorter arrow will be stiffer. My question is: which one will recover from paradox quicker? My guess is the one that experiences less paradox? But which one?
in reply to: Grunting 101 #34112Dave,
Early on I read up on it as much as I could but my real education came when I was witness to a 7 pointer trying to take on an older 9 pointer. There were 3 smaller bucks on the perimeter cautiously watching. The 9 pt took up his position in a small meadow and tried to spook them all away by posturing. Only the 7 pt had the nerve to challenge. He sidled up to the 9 pt and they touched antlers (the tickle) after eyeing one another a few minutes the 9 pt let the 7 pt make his move. They locked up and the 7 pt thrashed all about barely moving the 9 pt who had a firm hold on his position. Then when the 7 pt had given it his best the 9 pt simply pinned the 7 pts head to the ground where he thashed all about until they broke free. The 7 pt trotted off looking beat but in a few moments he was right back for more. Reminded me of 2 billy goats facing off. The whole thing was repeated over and again and it went on for a couple of hours until the 7 pt finally gave up.
I don’t think there is a wrong or right way I just use a sequence so I’m not over doing it. I just think it sounds more natural. Sometimes I also strike the ground and nearby brush to add a little more realism. Also be sure to keep a close eye on down wind. Usually the first place they appear.
Duncanin reply to: Grunting 101 #33298Dave,
I’m by no means an “expert” but I have killed 2 bucks by a combination of rattling and grunting. This is not a 100% guaranteed method as is nothing when it comes to whitetails but I enjoy using rattling and grunting as a means of increasing my odds. I beleive it is most effective during rutting activity. I like to find a vantage point near known travel lanes where I can watch more than one area. I get to my blind and let things settle down some and then begin rattling by tickling the tines together like two bucks testing each other. I’ll do this a few times over the 15 minutes then I’ll wait about 5 minutes and then I’ll smack the main beams and give them a thrashing for a minute or two then pull them apart trying to get as much contact with the tines as I can as they separate. I will rest about 15 minutes while watching and give a few grunts before repeating the routine with about 15-20 minutes of quiet between rounds. When I spot a buck coming in I will lightly tickle the antlers to get his reaction then put them down. I’ll use the grunt to pull him on in. You have be the judge on how far away the deer is and when to lighten up on the rattling or grunting. You can usually tell if you have him interested or if he has you pinpointed which may not be good. Bottom line is it is fun to watch their reaction if you see the deer first.
Have fun with it Dave, it sure can’t hurt.Duncan
in reply to: Boots For The Bold #33269No, but I’ve changed a wax seal or two. Doggone sticky stuff. I bet if you hit it with a blow dryer after application it will soak in like Snow Seal, another wax based treatment.
in reply to: pop-up ground blinds #33264Sorry Guys, that’s a 60″ recurve not 62″
in reply to: pop-up ground blinds #33254Dave,
You mentioned inexpensive. This is the best blind I’ve seen for the money.
http://www.agrisupply.com/hunting-blind-cabin-type-/p/67919/cn/4100006/
While it does not have the shoot through window screens I find I can shoot through the openings only partially zipped. I can shoot my 62″ recurve from it, just have to cant it a little. I did buy one last year but so far I have only practiced shooting from it. Takes some getting used to as far as judging distances but other than that I think it is OK. They offer 2 different camo versions one lighter and one darker. Hope this helps.
Also, folding it back up is a trick! Had to go to Youtube and watch a tutorial to figure it out. Most of these blinds fold the same way but there is a trick to it.
Duncan
in reply to: I love my classic Bear bows! #28800Coyote,
Nice buck! And nice bow collection. I’ve got that same color
Grizzly except mine is a lefty. And good luck on Saturday.
Duncanin reply to: 10+#s off really? #28791AMO method aside, what if your scale is somehow different from the one the manufacturer used. Could be a calibration difference. Your scale could be off by 10 lbs.
in reply to: She just must have known….. #25583Yeah, they know. They wave goodbye when I’m leaving for work 😡
in reply to: Bearspaw/WesWallace #25570Uh-oh Bigfoot vs Tree Top Alien can’t wait for that one 😯
That Wes Wallace makes a pretty bow. Never seen the Bearpaw. Shoot them if you have the opportunity.
I like TTF’s thoughts on trying out bows. Would be great for areas that lack bow shops with lots of bows to try.
Duncan
in reply to: 1st trad.buck #24550Congrats on your first trad buck! Nothing like bringing a deer in with grunts and/or rattling. Very exciting.
in reply to: russian olive for a bow #19964Found this site that shows some examples of olive wood. Scroll down near the bottom to see Russian olive.
http://www.hobbithouseinc.com/personal/woodpics/olive.htm
The grain looks pretty open to me , I guess the best way to find out if it will make a bow will be to make a bow!
Definitely would make a beautiful riser for a laminated bow!
Duncan
in reply to: Good news from the Doc! #19840That’s great news! Glad to hear the Doc is doing much better!
in reply to: Killed my first double… #19833Good shooting Wildschwien! Man I wish we had some of those chickens around here!
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