DB blind question??

J-dog · February 25, 2009, 12:45:00 PM

Double bull blind shooting a 64" recurve - can I get by with a 68" model or do I need the extra 4 inches (recurve model). Gonna spend that much 4 more inches is 100 bucks... (easy)

Second question - are they rain proof?

J

Wary Buck · February 25, 2009, 12:49:00 PM

If in doubt, go larger. That's my experience anyway. Too often I'm digging a pit in the middle of my blinds to accomodate my bow's length. I shoot a 64" bow out of 2 Double Bulls and 1 Boondocks (Scheels), and limb clearance IS a bit of an issue. I do NOT have any special stickbow model blind, but wish I did.

That said, I don't hunt a ton out of the ground blinds so hopefully some others with LOTS of experience will chime in.

wingnut · February 25, 2009, 12:51:00 PM

I'd go with the taller recurve model. I have 4 of them and love me.

They are not rain proof but are rain resistant.

I've never sat in one in a downpour but in a steady rain, I stayed dry.

Mike

O.L. Adcock · February 25, 2009, 12:57:00 PM

I've taken critters from both with a 64" longbow but you'd be happier with the recurve model...O.L.

katman · February 25, 2009, 01:33:00 PM

You will only regret it if it is too short. Spray the top with silicone waterproofing and let air about a week so scent will be gone, does a pretty good job at keeping you dry.

hunt it · February 25, 2009, 01:47:00 PM

Recurve model is only way to go. Last one I bought was only $50.00 more for recurve model.

J-dog · February 25, 2009, 02:11:00 PM

OK - thanks yall for the opinions - recurve model it is.

J

Oliverstacy · February 25, 2009, 02:28:00 PM

I have the recurve model and love it, after sitting in it for a season I got into my buddies regular version and wouldn't recommend it.

I was shooting a 62" longbow; I did notice a difference with my longbow from my 60" recurve in the spring.

If your one who shoots a shorter bow around 56" or so I think the shorter blind would work great...I have a 56" Whisperstik coming this spring, so my T2 might even get some use also.

Josh

duck'n · February 25, 2009, 02:35:00 PM

I shot my 64" longbow out of a recurve model very comfortably...that is what I would go with if I was buying.

Gary Logsdon · February 25, 2009, 02:46:00 PM

I have nothing but recurve models. You'll appreciate the extra overhead room.

Oliverstacy · February 25, 2009, 09:00:00 PM

I like being able to stand up in mine and just touch the top of my head...I'm about as close to 6' without being there.

Josh