Is a Montana cow elk decoy really worth it?

[MIKEXRAY]

I bought one 4 or 5 years ago and have deployed it when possible ( about 20 % of the time when calling )  and I have yet to have it make a difference as far as a bull seeing it and coming in closer.  I have had cows, deer etc see it & be close to it and was relieved it did not scare them.  I still carry it as the one time it does work & keeps him coming , I will think it is the greatest. My problem has been getting it out fast & in the right place. Mike

[crazyantler]

be carefull where you use them !

Can you explain on the where you use them part?

[D-Rock425]

He probably means so you dont get some crazy city slicker blasting at you and your decoy.  That's my guess anyway.

[coachcw]

I wouldn't use them around other hunters or during a rifle season unless you wanna get shot. . I used some homemade one in Idaho and snuck in on a bull in the wide open wearing one that looked like a ass patch . Setting one up well behind you to get the focas off your location would be your best bet .

[bloodhound]

i own one and use it every year.

[Scottystyle]

They kick ass, but be cautious using them during rifle season 

[buglebuster]

im thinking about buying the heads up decoy this year, seems like its easier to pack around and set up.

[crazyantler]

I would use it for archery season for my bull tag and have it as an attention getter to take the focus off myself in the set up.