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DIY Camo Dip Kit

2tree — Mon, 22 Mar 2010 09:17:27 GMT

I thought some of you might be interested in this www.camodipkit.com - it is the same camo dipping process that the larger companies do, just in a smaller at-home kit.

new to bow hunting

bamafan70 — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 07:38:03 GMT

Just purchased a used fred bear mossy oak xpress. Anyone familiar with this bow? Would like to know some details about it or where I can find parts,etc.Thanks

Binos and Rangefinders

308win — Sun, 23 Aug 2009 15:58:34 GMT

I need a good set of Binoculars and am also shopping rangefinders. I have narrowed it down to Nikon and Leupold 10 x 42 Binos's and maybe the new Bushnell Scout 1000 with ARC rangefinder. I want a rangefinder suited for bow or rifle hunting.

Treestand Angle

kysportsman — Fri, 21 Aug 2009 19:36:41 GMT

I have a climbing treestand. How much of an angle should I put it on the tree? I don't want to be 15-20 feet up in a tree and it be leaning to far forward or backward. Thanks!

Mossy Oak Brand Footwear

papachaz — Sun, 04 Dec 2011 10:17:32 GMT

Anyone know anything about the Mossy Oak Branded footwear? i bought a pair of mossy oak brand snake boots yesterday, and getting home with them i can't find ANYTHING about them on the internet. not even here on their own website. the only pair they show in the online store are Rocky's.
starting to have some serious buyers remorse and thinking about taking them back. i've written customer support, if i don't hear from them pretty quickly i'll take them back and by the redheads that were the same price. at least the redheads were camo all over, these are solid brown on the foot, black soles and patches of brown leather where the lace eyes are. the redheads were solid camo with the quick lace system and these have solid lace eyes....geesh, i'm becoming more dissatisfied as i type, LOL
anyone who has any experience or knowledge could you drop a note? thanks

MO Break up

burbach34 — Tue, 19 Jul 2011 21:39:42 GMT

anybody else having trouble finding the original new break up pattern? seems like they are replacing it with the infinity pattern.

HOME-MADE ARROW SAW TABLE

BowBo — Thu, 19 Jul 2007 12:43:40 GMT

Well, I did it........... I made my own Arrow Cut-Off Saw & Table!!!

I've got about $23 - $25 TOTAL in it!

The 7,800 RPM mini cut-off saw was on sale at Harbor Freight Tools for $19.99 (reg. $23.99).... and I bought an aluminum yard stick for $2.99. That's all I've got in it. The rest of the materials came from my work!

Here is the set-up.....................

A piece of 1/4" thick aluminum stock plating:

The mini cut-off saw:

Drilled and tapped the aluminum stock to mount the saw:

Used some blocked nylon stock for the arrow holding cradles, cut and drilled them:

Nicely machined down the nylon stock:

Drilled, tapped, and countersunk screws through the nylon arrow cradles, through the aluminum yard stick, and into the aluminum table to make everything stationary:

And here is the finished project...... also showing one of my freshly fletched X-Cutters:

Remington Ballistics Calculator

Flintlock1776 — Sat, 19 Feb 2011 11:54:20 GMT

Free for those that use Remington ammo:

http://www.remington.com/pages/news-and-resources/ballistics.aspx

Beginner needs help in NC and NH with camo

RokToy17 — Fri, 16 Jul 2010 23:30:31 GMT

I am an active duty Marine stationed in Camp Lejeune that has just picked up hunting. I grew up in NH playing hockey and other sports and never really got into hunting. Now I am getting the bug.

Really not sure what type of clothing/pattern I should get. This is the type of hunting that I want to get into:

Spring Gobbler in NC and NH.

Fall Gobbler in NH

Whitetail in NC and NH.

I would like to keep the choices down to a spring outfit and a fall outfit if possible. Your help is appreciated.

Remington tree stands from Walmart Any Reviews?

DVFD236 — Mon, 04 Oct 2010 14:50:45 GMT

I was in Walmart today during my lunch break (only place around that sells hunting stuff) and i saw the Remington Hang on stands and climbing sticks. I was just wondering if anyone had used these and had any luck. Im a big guy weighing in at 310 so i am very cautions on what type of stands I buy. Well i have been lookin at a hangon for a particular spot and implulse caused me to buy it. Besides $90 for the stand and sticks is hard to beat. Especially having to wait to get one from Cabelas or Basspro could kill someone. Just wondering if i made a wise purchase or am i asking for it.

Thanks

Looking for MO Treestand

brentru — Tue, 14 Dec 2010 00:55:40 GMT

MO Treestand camo is getting harder to find these days in stores and online. I'm looking for a good, warm, waterproof and QUIET jacket for bowhunting the late season in MO Treestand. Anyone know where to find something like this at a reasonable price? Any recommendations on brands/styles of jackets? I like the Arctic Shield line, but it is getting near impossible to find their jackets in MO Treestand anymore.

Mossy Oak Infinity

DVFD236 — Tue, 28 Sep 2010 08:01:30 GMT

What is yall's opinion on the mossy oak breakup infinity? I hunt a lot of oaks during early archery. Seems to be the perfect camo for me with the greens and acorns. I know it may not be favorable for some hunting territories but whatcha think overall. I think mossy oak has done it again Great Job!!

What type of tree stand do you prefer?

DVFD236 — Mon, 04 Oct 2010 10:17:04 GMT

What do you prefer?

Early bow season buck

bowtechman07 — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 21:28:40 GMT

i've been watching a nice buck for about the last 6 weeks. i have been putting out corn and have a lot of pictures of him. but the last week or so his movement is night time. its 1 day before bow season here in south easteren kentucky still warm, about 85 day and 60 at night. what should my gameplan be to get this nice buck in early bow season.

Odor Control

BlacktailSlayer — Sat, 20 Mar 2010 23:35:14 GMT

Here is something that I think is more important than scent blocking clothing. I like to make and have all my hunting clothing scent free, but feel these is just as much as important as that.

I have seen a lot of information out for hunters on scent with clothing, deodorant, and some showering products. There is so much more to eliminated scent to help out our hunting odds against the game we pursue. Here is a list of other home remedies that can help the hunter further their scent-free tactics for the hunt.

Body odor can be under control in 3 days by adding 5-10 drops of Rose Water to bath water and soak for at least 15 minutes.Serious body odor can be controlled by adding 3 cups of tomato juice to bath water and soak for at least 15 minutes. It is recommended to rinse and exfoliate after one of these or any bath/shower to rid dead cells off body and then use non-scented soap to finish showering. The following remedies below can also help total body odor.

Bad Breath
Causes:

·Alcohol
·Stress
·Diet/Food
·Dehydration
·Milk intolerance
·Poor Digestion
·Imbalance of Good and Bad Bacteria in the Gut
·Dental Problems
·Smoking
·Medications like decongestants and diuretics

Changes to Make:

Oral Hygiene

·Brush teeth/tongue and floss
·Get teeth cleaned and cavities filled at dentist
·Use Hydrogen Peroxide as mouth wash
·Brush gums and tongue with powdered cloves or myrrh
·Brush tongue with antibacterial products like chlorhexidine
Dietary

·Eliminate or reduce high-fat and high-protein foods because they can be hard to digest and give off gas.
·Eliminate acidic foods that create great places for bacterial growth.
·Eliminate or reduce sugars because bacteria feed off the sugar.
·Garlic, onions, and exotic spices (Ex. Curry) can have compounds exhaled for 24 hours in your breath.
·Cut out cheeses (blue, camembert, and Roquefort) and canned tuna and anchovies.
·Cut out acidic drinks like coffee and tea.
·Eat more fruit like kiwi, papaya, and pineapple along with vegetables (green is better).

Supplements

·Vitamin B & C, along with Zinc can help bad breath.

Digestive System

·Yogurt, Acidophilus, or Bifidus can add beneficial bacteria and improve digestive system.
·Decreasing hydrochloric acid comes with age and can be fixed with taking a tablespoon of apple cider vinegar before each meal or take betaine or pepsin tablets to help digestion.
·Drink plenty of water.
·Eat plenty of fiber.

Cures

·Apple cider vinegar before meals.
·Brush teeth with baking soda or baking soda/hydrogen peroxide paste.
·Take charcoal tablets.
·Gargle hydrogen peroxide or salt water.
·Take alfalfa tablets.
·Chew anise (licorice flavored seed), cardamom, dill, or fennel seeds.
·Take Chlorophyll and/or Spirulina in liquid or tablet form.
·Drink Wheat Grass with water on an empty stomach.
·Eating filberts (hazelnuts) absorbs bad breath.
·Chewing mint, parsley, basil, rosemary, thyme, and wintergreen help bad breath.
·Suck on a lemon with salt on it.
·Dissolve Silicea tablets under tongue twice a day.

Foot Odor
Cures

·Soak feet for 30 minutes in 1 teaspoon or Alum and 1 or 2 gallons of water.
·Soak feet in Apple Cider Vinegar with warm water.
·Pour Baking Soda in socks and boots.
·Take Zinc tablets.

Sweaty Hands
Cures

·Witch hazel or alcohol wipes wiped on hands will shrink pores and reduce sweating.
·Drink Sage Tea.
·Take Zinc tablets.
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Mossy Oak Infinity Camo

hoosieroutdoorsman — Sat, 16 Jan 2010 08:08:15 GMT

Anyone know when this will be available and if they have more pics?

Never Buying Another Scentblocker Product Again!

Squirrelhunter91 — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 10:53:45 GMT

The title says it all. Last year before my trip to Texas I picked up a brand new pair of Scentblocker Dream Season Boots on clearance for $99. I thought I got one heck of a deal. Little did I know they wouldn't last. They got me into and through deer season, with a little moisture getting in. Then turkey season came around and they were shot. Every puddle, every creek I crossed, any type of water I stepped in, would get in the boots. I don't know what happened to them. They were supposed to be waterproof? So then yesterday after cleaning around the house and putting away my turkey stuff, I found my boots. So I decided to call up Scentblocker and explain my problem and see what they would do about it.

I was given a blatant NO. We can't do anything. You have to go back to the retailer you bought them at and they have to warranty it. I bought these boots at ******'s Sporting Goods, a solid 1/2 hour ride from my house. So after having a few choice words with this woman, I dug up the receipt and called ******'s to explain my problem and see if I could exchange them. I spoke to a woman in Footwear and she said to come in and the exchange would be ok. So I get up there, get the boots, head over to the exchange register and I was told NO. You can't exchange this because the transaction is over 90 days old. I tell her to get her manager. Her manager comes down and says the same exact thing. So I tell the manager that I wanted to speak to her boss. Her boss comes down and after I have a few select words with all 3 of them, he says I could do the exchange. I ended up having to pay a $20 + $10 (tax) difference in the price of the boots. So I finally got the 2009 Scentblocker Dream Season Boots.

I was extremely angry after going through all of that with Scentblocker and ******'s. I told ******'s about how the manufacturer wasn't backing it's product and how I was extremely dissatisfied with the level of customer service I was receiving from both them and a brand they carried.

But honestly, I'm never going to buy a Scentblocker product again. They have horrible customer service and I'm disgusted with them.

What type of Rifle...Ok ok ok...

Rugbyreb — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 07:41:56 GMT

I am sure this has been asked 1 million times but I am getting ready to purchase a rifle to start my deer hunting career.

A. I used a 270 WSM and really liked it.

B. I have been told I should get a 300 WSM.

C. Is a .308 more practical? (This will be less expensive to shoot)

D. What about a Rem 7MM?

I think a Remington 700ADL

Thanks and look forward to the info.

Rug

Mossy Oak Camo Patterns

tracer — Sun, 26 Jul 2009 09:20:54 GMT

For me my favorite camo pattern that I use is Breakup for deer and turkey hunting. I also wear Treestand for deer in certain setups. For coyote hunting, I will use a combination of patterns, depending on the type of terrain.

hunting radios

muzzy2 — Fri, 02 Jan 2009 08:07:07 GMT

I bought a set of Midland 2 way radios to use on our recent relocation. They are Mossy Oak camo of course, have a 30 mile range, water proof, weather, all the bells and whistles. After we moved, I get to lookin at the manual, and it says I have to get a license from the FCC to operate on the bulk of the channels. Didnt say anything about it on the packaging. Anyone else have a set like this? And if so, did you actually get the license?

What To Take With You

kysportsman — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 12:09:14 GMT

What all do you all take with you when you hunt? Everything under the sun, or just the basics? I've been trying to take everything under the sun, and by the time I get to my hunting spot, I'm too tired to hunt! I think this year, I'll just take what I truly need!

Scent Blocker Dream Season Pro Suit

IKE249 — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 12:14:58 GMT

I am just wondering if anyone has used the suit in the field yet and what are your comments? How are the functional aspects (pocket variations, quietness, etc) and also how do you like the new Mossy Oak Treestand pattern thus far?

GPS Systems

BooneKiller — Tue, 10 Mar 2009 19:58:16 GMT

I'd just like for some input on some good, high-tech, durable GPS Systems. Please feel free to post brands and products, prices, company to buy from.

Post your ATV's, Trucks, and any other means of

Jason — Wed, 13 Feb 2008 16:35:40 GMT

Here is one of mine. It is a 2006 Polaris Ranger XP 700 EFI...

Trophyline Tree Saddle

RD_Archer — Mon, 28 Jan 2008 17:03:19 GMT

Hey yall new to MO so I dont know if this topic has been discussed or not. Has anyone used the Trophyline tree saddle. I was looking at getting it and wanted to maybe see some of the pros and cons that you may have encountered using it.

Noisy stand

pabowhunter — Mon, 20 Oct 2008 11:19:44 GMT

I have a hang on stand that squeeks when you step on it a certian way. It's has an expanded medal platform welded onto the frame. I was thinking about putting some kind of lube on it for now to quite it down. Any ideas of something that wouldn't stink up the area? Any other quick solutions?

Safety lines

xOZx — Thu, 18 Sep 2008 09:09:17 GMT

Anyone make their own treestand saftey lines? A buddy did his own last year with the prussic knot and they work well. The pre-made jobbers online seem to be high rent.

What say you?

Oh,and if you don't use a harness when in the tree...shame on you!

Huntin' & Workin' & Playin'

BowBo — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 19:56:33 GMT

My newest addition to the stables...........

Doesn't "HAVE" to be camo to use for/with hunting..... does it??
It will certainly get used checking cams, and filling the feeders!
Use it to do some chores, especially snow plowin'!
And definitely tear up some trails with it too!!

RZR 800 EFI
STEALTH BLACK

Immediate Upgrades:

14" BRUISERS - Billet Alum Wheels
26" MAXXIS BIGHORNS
I also got the Sport Top, 1/2 Windshield, and the Big Fender Flair Kit, right out the gate! Finished putting that stuff on today (got the machine last night)! I also purchased a Bed Extender, but they had to order that.

ND & SD Montan Decoy Pro Staff

Bloomgren — Tue, 28 Apr 2009 22:37:50 GMT

Montana Decoy is looking for Pro Staff for both ND and SD. They are looking for some good potential Promotional Staff members to build a solid team in both North and South Dakota.
If interested and you think that you have what it takes e-mail g_hodd86@hotmail.com. Be sure to put Montana Decoy as a subject.

A resume and pictures need to be sent to help out with making the decisions.

If selected to be a Pro Staff member you will be expected to help out at store events, grand openings, attend banquets, put on seminars or have a booth at sport shows. Being creative helps!

Thank you!

Jared "J-Rod" Bloomgren

Game Feeders w/ timers

bowhunter15 — Sun, 01 Mar 2009 18:22:02 GMT

Hello everyone. Not for sure if I am in the right section / forum to post this question in or not so I will copy this and post it in the Wildlife Management section as well. I'm looking at buying a game feeder with a timer. I don't want to put a whole lot of money into one since I have had to re-arrange my budget due to the economy. Getting laid off of work every other week here and there and having to take a 5% pay decrease is starting to take its toll on my yearly spending of hunting supplies and such,... but,... anyway back to the main topic, a Feeder. I know that there is several on the market and I was wondering if anyone has any suggestions or input. I have gone to Cabelas and to Bass Pro and read some of the reviews and now I'm turning to all of you for info and input. I am looking to keep the price range around or below $100.00. Any info is greatly appreciated.

Also I was wondering if anyone owns or knows anyone that owns the "Kenco" Feeders with the straight shooter timer attachment. These look pretty awesome but I was wondering how loud they may be. I know some feeders are loud when they go off and once the deer or turkey get used to them its like ringing the dinner bell. I have even done some research on making my own or making homemade gravity feeders and probably will give this a shot but I also know that once the deer find them it will be a job just to keep them refilled....... Again, any info or input is greatly appreciated.

WARM BOOTS!!

BowBo — Sat, 06 Dec 2008 10:25:53 GMT

Last night, I broke down and bought me some new boots........... went with some PAC BOOTS for warmth in the late season!

Ordered the LaCrosse Alpha Rack Master -120F Pac Boots
800 Grams Thinsulate Ultra, with Fleece lining, and body heat retaining neoprene.... In Mossy Oak!

http://www.lacrossefootwear.com/product/cold+weather+boots/pac+boots%26nbsp-+-120%26deg-+f/alpha+rack+master+mo+break-up+800g+pac+boots.do

Overnight Guaranteed........ should be here Tuesday, if not Monday.

Our last gun season, Muzzleloader...... opened this morning...... and it's SNOWING!!!

I need them boots TODAY!

Whats your choice.

hamer — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 14:57:51 GMT

Just curious on what everyone likes to use primarily. Or just what ya like to shoot the most.

30.06 add on

Flintlock1776 — Tue, 06 Jan 2009 21:10:59 GMT

I just got the Sim De-resonator for my 30.06

I'll shoot my rifle in this weekend at my hunting camp. I am hopeful it will improve the MOA on my groups.

I have the Sims stuff on my Hoyt so I am thinking it will help on the rifle

Treestand "Oak Summit" Backpack

Chris_R — Mon, 29 Dec 2008 23:32:48 GMT

I was wondering if anyone had any pictures of the "Oak Summit" backpack in the Mossy Oak online store? The pic in the store isnt the best quality, and I'd like to see pics of the pack opened up. Thanks in advance!

This one, if you didnt know which item I was talking about

http://store.mossyoak.com/detail.aspx?ID=2224

need help finding a cultipacker

Cloudycr — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 10:58:44 GMT

i would like to purchase a culti packer to pull behind a atv if anyone knows where to find one thank you david

Mossy Oak blaze orange

pabowhunter — Wed, 31 Dec 2008 12:30:10 GMT

Does anyone have a link to any Mossy Oak camo pattern in blaze orange?

Cross Bow Recommendations?

Flintlock1776 — Fri, 21 Nov 2008 21:31:14 GMT

NJ will open to cross bows for all next season.

I want to keep the CB to $500-$750 with scope.

Any recommendations?

Thanks

Strange place to buy a ML Scope

Flintlock1776 — Wed, 17 Dec 2008 17:44:02 GMT

Well, I have been eying the Leupold’s all-new UltimateSlam™ riflescope with SA.B.R. reticle

http://www.leupold.com/hunting-and-shooting/products/scopes/shotgunmuzzleloader-scopes/ultimateslam/

So, I saved it in my wish list at one of those big box hunting stores.

Just as I was going to order it I decided just for heck of of it to see it on eBay. No discount there.

The Big Box had a discount based upon how much you spend and this scope would qualify for the max amount.

Finally, I just did a quick Google of it and holy cow! A well known NY camera store had it for the lowest prices without coupons or rebates. A camera store? In NYC selling hunting scopes?! :eek:

Well, heck, that has to be a sight for the NY liberals that may walk into a camera store and see that! Well, they are a quality camera store so what the heck! I ordered from them.

I have to visit that store some day. I would have never figured a NYC camera store for a hunting scope!

So what's on your Christmas list?

hunt12ga — Mon, 08 Dec 2008 21:15:14 GMT

Ok. So Santa will be here soon. Santa was laid off for several months this year, so I'm not expecting too much!

I'm shootin' for a B-Mobile strutting decoy and a mesh kit for my Ameristep blind. The turkeys won't stand a chance this spring...

What are you all hoping to find under the tree this year?

rw

Cross Bow Decision

Flintlock1776 — Sat, 29 Nov 2008 20:13:15 GMT

Well, I went to my bow pro and looked at the cross bows.

Of course the best of the lot caught my eye with the way you can actually load and unload without flinging a bolt.

Very heavy but cross bow seems to all be heavy.

http://www.strykerxbow.com/stryker.php

For Cross Bow, Case, Bolts, scope it is $1,500 before tax.

I am thinking about getting it..............