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Old 12-02-2008 | 04:41 PM
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Default RE: What's the difference!!??

GregH,

I agree with you and I don't see a bit of difference. Starting at the same level (trad gear) and moving up to compound gear (although I am a bit younger at 43) I simply used what was available at the time.

Choosing a weapon to hunt with IMHO doesn't define you as a hunter, it simply shows your different hunting style.How you hunt doesn't define you either although is says more about you (as a hunter) than the weapon you use. Some folks like trad gear, others compounds, still some prefer other types of weapons but that's not what Greg was asking so I'll keep it limited to trad vs compounds.

The problem with all this (and the reason why these threadsend up going south) is human nature. Yep the indelible need for folks to feel that their weapon of choice somehow automatically gives them a "leg up" on their fellow hunters. It usually coincides with the perceived skill level needed to utilize the particular weaponand there you have it...the prime environment for elitism to fester.

It reminds me of theDr. Zeuss show about theSneeches,youknow, some had stars on their bellies and others did not. It's human nature to want to feel superior to others and it's seen right here on this web sight. Most people here however are grown up enough to figure out that hunting is a pastime and a recreation. A way to enjoy the outdoors and unlock our primal instincts to get out and bring home food...to hunt. The problem is some folks go too "primal" and forget all aboutwhat it is to be a civilized adult and keep their feelings of superiority (as ill-gotten as they are)in check.

There is nothing wrong with thinking your way is tougher or "truer" to the sport but when you start to belittle another based solely on the type of weapon they choose to hunt with and call to question their commitment and love for hunting because of it, thenthe corner has been turned and your heading down elitist street! (not saying anyone has done this on this thread)

It doesn't matter if your talking about trad vs compound or bow vs gun it's all hunting, andat timesno matter what weapon is in your hands it can be super easy and other times extremely difficult. I agree withGreg here, the hunt or "journey"will prove to be far more difficult that the means of whichyou choose to end it with.

The sooner folks can get past what weapon isin their hands the better off ALL of hunting will be....sadly, I don't see that happening anytime soon.

Great thread Greg!

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