Post by: sakoshooter on November 29, 2010, 10:46:16 PM
Thanx in advance for the info guys.
Post by: Dblstks on November 30, 2010, 12:39:18 PM
There are so many brands out these days it really comes down to personal preference. Double Bull blinds are well known. Cannot recall off the top of my head the brand of blind I have but I think it is a primos predator den. I have used other brands and had a hard time with them. I really like the blind I have. I will have to check the brand later for you.
It certainly takes some getting used to in regards to shooting from them. Having a good seat is a key. Something that will not make a lot of noise when you need to reposition. My dad had a white tail doe at 15 yards in a ground blind. He drew on her several times and had his arrow fall from the rest. She stared a hole right through him but never spooked.
They have there applications but certainly are not for everyone. Do some research and maybe even purchase an inexpensive brand first to see what you think.
Post by: danceswitharrows on November 30, 2010, 09:52:28 PM
Post by: bow4elk on November 30, 2010, 10:00:06 PM
You want a blind that won't flap in the wind and one that will be completely dark inside. Black internal walls is key to staying hidden - that and wearing all black from the waist up.
Post by: sakoshooter on November 30, 2010, 10:33:19 PM
As far as putting it up for the animals to get used to: I totally agree other than worrying about theft. They sure are obvious looking when you walk up on one.
I'm thinking of using it for elk hunting.
Post by: bow4elk on November 30, 2010, 10:39:06 PM
Black inside brings up another question: Some of the blinds I've seen at Cabelas have windows all the way around. Great for shootin any direction but obviously you cannot open all of them or you will be silhouetted plain as day. I guess you'd have to face it toward where you hope to have a target and only open half or less of the windows.
As far as putting it up for the animals to get used to: I totally agree other than worrying about theft. They sure are obvious looking when you walk up on one.
I'm thinking of using it for elk hunting.
You're correct on the windows. If you follow the Double Bull "50/100 rule", you will reduce spooking game, especially whitetails. Deer are most spooky with blinds at close range. If you're in tight quarters and you expect deer to see the blind inside 50 yards, then the rule is brush it in very well. If they can see it from 100 yards, then you don't need to be as concerned with brushing it in well. Having said that, my 8 year old daughter rattled in her first blacktail buck (I was stoked!) with me about a week ago. He appeared 20 yards from the blind and never gave it a second glance. Elk and especially turkeys don't seem to mind them one bit.
Post by: fishermanjoe on November 30, 2010, 10:58:02 PM
Post by: Bean Counter on December 01, 2010, 09:23:17 PM
Post by: Button Nubbs on December 01, 2010, 10:41:43 PM
Post by: bow4elk on December 01, 2010, 11:17:53 PM
I own the Ameristep Penthouse TSC (total scent control). I'm not sure how effective the scent control part is. Yes, its blacked out inside. It supposedly has "shoot through windows" but i'm not sure how you'd replace them once they've been shot up a bit. I don't like how there's velcro and zippers. I'd like to see magnets (quiet release). It does have a bigger skyline than a smaller blind but its nice being able to stand up in it. There's plenty of room for two big dudes in there to stand, sit in chairs, or spoon on the ground. :P
Double Bull addresses all the issue you list. Shoot-through netting (mesh) is one of those things that seems like BS until you try it - a lot. I have not had any arrow accuracy issues out to 30 yards. I keep it pretty taut without a lot of "waves" so my arrow hits it pretty much perpendicular.
Post by: sakoshooter on December 01, 2010, 11:27:45 PM
Another thought just came to mind: Fiber Optic pins - I shoot from under my shop porch roof on rainy days sometimes but the difference is night & day when I step out from under that roof to where the sun's UV rays can hit the fiber optic wraps.
How does the darkness inside of a ground blind affect your sights? Seeing threw your peep? Any problems?
Do you guys with the Dbl Bull blinds practice shooting threw the mess?
Can't the mosquitos get in threw the arrow holes? Just kidding.
Post by: bow4elk on December 01, 2010, 11:46:32 PM
A ton of good info guys.
Another thought just came to mind: Fiber Optic pins - I shoot from under my shop porch roof on rainy days sometimes but the difference is night & day when I step out from under that roof to where the sun's UV rays can hit the fiber optic wraps.
How does the darkness inside of a ground blind affect your sights? Seeing threw your peep? Any problems?
Do you guys with the Dbl Bull blinds practice shooting threw the mess?
Can't the mosquitos get in threw the arrow holes? Just kidding.
1. FO sight pins - not a big deal, never noticed but at once light starts to fade in the evening I put up the netting to see better anyway.
2. Yes, practice shooting through mesh with broadheads, in hunting clothing. tip - buy the double bull foldign chair too - it's the best thing going for shooting from a blind.
3. Mosquitos - But a Thermacell and use it in the blind. End of issue. (they new earth scent pads are excellent too!)
Post by: sakoshooter on December 02, 2010, 10:43:15 PM
I always get pitch all over me from the pine cones when I spoon.
Post by: Bean Counter on December 02, 2010, 11:02:57 PM
Post by: lokidog on December 05, 2010, 09:13:50 PM
Remember, if shooting a bow, it is a LOT harder to draw while sitting than kneeling or standing. Just ask Weathergirl from last year's hunt. :chuckle:
I tried mine for elk once, they definitely saw it. Be sure to brush it in really well.
Post by: sakoshooter on December 08, 2010, 12:08:57 AM
How do you know I'm not spooning the elk? ;) :yike: :bdid:
Now you're scaring me Bean Counter