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Title: Decoys that attach to your bow, thoughts??
Post by: trophyhunt on September 06, 2022, 12:24:47 PM: I’m wondering what those of you who have tried these think about them? It seems like a good product to have, especially if you get busted (by sight only) in the woods by your prey. I’ll try to find a link to Ultimate predator Looking at the elk decoy that attaches to your bow.
Title: Re: Decoys that attach to your bow, thoughts??
Post by: trophyhunt on September 06, 2022, 12:25:51 PM: https://ultimatepredatorgear.com/ultimate-predator-stalker-decoys/
Title: Re: Decoys that attach to your bow, thoughts??
Post by: pianoman9701 on September 06, 2022, 12:26:34 PM: I have one of the Poison Arrow decoys. I haven't tried to enter a herd with one yet but I did fool a deer with it. I like 'em.
Title: Re: Decoys that attach to your bow, thoughts??
Post by: D-Rock425 on September 06, 2022, 12:32:05 PM: I think it could've help me this weekend deer hunting.
Title: Re: Decoys that attach to your bow, thoughts??
Post by: phildobaggins on September 06, 2022, 12:35:50 PM: They're awesome.

They buy you much needed time to get your shot in when playing the close quarters game with animals. I closed from 180 yards to getting a shot off at 60 yards on a nice buck this weekend in nearly zero cover by going slow with a doe version (has detachable antlers). Does ran up to me, and went behind me looking for something else. They know something is fishy, but don't get spooked as quickly. Well worth it if you are able to carry it around IMO.
Title: Re: Decoys that attach to your bow, thoughts??
Post by: trophyhunt on September 06, 2022, 12:38:07 PM: Hmmm, almost sold on this one!! Going archery elk in a week, westside.
Title: Re: Decoys that attach to your bow, thoughts??
Post by: phildobaggins on September 06, 2022, 12:40:12 PM: Quote from: trophyhunt on September 06, 2022, 12:38:07 PM
Hmmm, almost sold on this one!! Going archery elk in a week, westside.

It will blow your mind and you feel like an absolute champion fooling game with them. Definitely recommend having it in your arsenal.
Title: Re: Decoys that attach to your bow, thoughts??
Post by: Mfowl on September 06, 2022, 12:54:27 PM: Quote from: phildobaggins on September 06, 2022, 12:35:50 PM
They're awesome.

They buy you much needed time to get your shot in when playing the close quarters game with animals. I closed from 180 yards to getting a shot off at 60 yards on a nice buck this weekend in nearly zero cover by going slow with a doe version (has detachable antlers). Does ran up to me, and went behind me looking for something else. They know something is fishy, but don't get spooked as quickly. Well worth it if you are able to carry it around IMO.

I have this same decoy. It helps and hinders IMO. You can get away with movement, save yourself when you get busted and close distance in open ground. You do need to "present" the decoy in a strategic way. I've had deer accept me at close range and I have had them bolt on sight. The decoy does become awkward in brush when attached to your bow. Also if it's wet or dirty in can be annoying. Overall It is a useful trick to have and I will continue to deploy it. I have thought about the cow too but have not pulled the trigger. I do wear an orange hat and use the orange straps on the decoy.
Title: Re: Decoys that attach to your bow, thoughts??
Post by: Sakko300wsm on September 07, 2022, 06:42:21 AM: I actually just got mine in the mail - have not tried it on the bow yet. I will be giving it a go for elk in Montana in a week
Title: Re: Decoys that attach to your bow, thoughts??
Post by: MonstroMuley on September 07, 2022, 08:28:51 AM: Check Out the UP "Pin Your Kill" page ... interesting to see which decoys used and general locations of success ...
https://ultimatepredatorgear.com/pin-your-kill/
Title: Re: Decoys that attach to your bow, thoughts??
Post by: GWP on September 07, 2022, 09:26:27 AM: Even with the orange bands on the ears I would be worried about someone putting an arrow in me. Or bullet, if the person is poaching.
Looks like a good idea overall though.
Title: Re: Decoys that attach to your bow, thoughts??
Post by: ThurstonCokid on September 07, 2022, 09:32:55 AM: Quote from: GWP on September 07, 2022, 09:26:27 AM
Even with the orange bands on the ears I would be worried about someone putting an arrow in me. Or bullet, if the person is poaching.
Looks like a good idea overall though.
I worry a bit about this too.. time and a place for use i guess.

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