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Forum: Bowhunting
10-16-2002, 02:34 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,062
Posted By Ratliff

RE: The worlds largest RAT!

Actually, I describe it as a Beaver on Steroids! He looked alot like a beaver, had a very nice thick pelt, and webbed-like feet. But he has no tail! Otherwise, yeah, he looked like a beaver...a VERY...
Forum: Bowhunting
10-16-2002, 09:22 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,062
Posted By Ratliff

RE: The worlds largest RAT!

Hmmmm, lets try it again. It was working when I posted it....
http://www.boomspeed.com/kneesmasher/MeandMyRat.jpg
Forum: Bowhunting
10-15-2002, 04:40 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,062
Posted By Ratliff

RE: The worlds largest RAT!

Hmmmm...picture's a little small. Sorry about that. I don't know how to size them!
Forum: Bowhunting
10-15-2002, 04:38 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,062
Posted By Ratliff

The worlds largest RAT!

Here's a picture of my RAT! Actually, it's a Capybara that I recently took in Argentina. The Capybara is the world's largest rodent! He weighed in at about 150 pounds. They actually use the hide to...
Forum: Bowhunting
10-14-2002, 03:40 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,296
Posted By Ratliff

RE: Rubber Boots vs Leather Boots

I currently use Rocky Gore-Tex lined boots. They are the high-topped ones with some leather but mostly fabric, although I have been thinking of switching to a full rubber boot.
Forum: Bowhunting
10-14-2002, 08:27 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,756
Posted By Ratliff

RE: Morning or Evening, which is better?

Evenings are best for me. About 30-45 minutes before it's too dark to shoot effectively.
Forum: Bowhunting
10-14-2002, 08:24 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,934
Posted By Ratliff

RE: Penetration or devastation; that is the question

Something you might wanna consider for the hogs is a heavier arrow. Your overall arrow weight is pretty darn light, like most deer hunters using carbons these days. A heavier arrow set up will help...
Forum: Bowhunting
10-11-2002, 03:36 PM
Replies: 223
Views: 13,813
Posted By Ratliff

RE: 3rd Annual Broadhead Success Poll

End of August, 2002...hunting in Argentina:

Water Buffalo (1500-pounds worth):
NAP 125-grain Thunderheads

Capybara: (the world's largest RAT) *He weighed 150 pounds!
NAP 125-grain Spitfire...
Forum: Bowhunting
10-11-2002, 03:30 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,606
Posted By Ratliff

RE: Passthru

10-yard shots are very close. You gotta remember that, unless you have a 10-yard pin, which most hunters I know, at least, don't have, if you were using a 20-yard pin, you most likely shot high and...
Forum: Bowhunting
10-11-2002, 09:13 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 905
Posted By Ratliff

RE: Hunting-pictures.com???

DANG! I forgot the bra!!

Any size needed inparticular? :)
Forum: Bowhunting
10-09-2002, 01:56 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,142
Posted By Ratliff

RE: Who makes the best bow?

For the money, it's hard to beat Jennings Buckmaster Bows! Lots of high-dollar options on a relatively inexpensive bow.

Love my Buckmaster, and it didn't cost over $400. Been to Africa,...
Forum: Bowhunting
10-02-2002, 05:19 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 904
Posted By Ratliff

RE: My Argentina Water Buffalo

ACK!! the picture is HUGE! How do I size that?
Forum: Bowhunting
10-02-2002, 05:18 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 904
Posted By Ratliff

My Argentina Water Buffalo

Finally got my pics in electronic format and thought I'd try to post one. This is a picture of a my water buffalo I took at the end of August about 4 hours South of Buenos Aires, Argentina. He was...
Forum: Bowhunting
10-02-2002, 04:59 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 6,553
Posted By Ratliff

RE: Mechanical BH-75% failure rate!!!!!!!

I have been shooting NAP Spitfires with GREAT results. I recently took a 150-pound Capybara in Argentina with a 125-grain Spitfire. Pass through shot. Blades fully opened. BIG hole. I also trusted a...
Forum: Technical
09-25-2002, 04:08 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 491
Posted By Ratliff

RE: WHAT DOES THIS MEAN?

My thoughts...shoot the broadheads like Mouse recommended. If you are still grouping okay and your arrow flight looks good, take this old cliche to heart:

"If it ain't broke, don't fix it".
...
Forum: Bowhunting
09-25-2002, 03:54 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,562
Posted By Ratliff

RE: 2 deer, one right after another?

A couple of years ago I took a nice little 6 point. Saw him go down and stay down. Went and checked on him and sure enough he was down for good. Walking back to camp to get my buddies to come help,...
Forum: Bowhunting
09-23-2002, 03:52 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 514
Posted By Ratliff

RE: Fiber optic peeps - worth it?

Fiber Optic sites are definitely worthwhile. They really do add a lot of visibility to your peeps in low light. It is amazing how well they glow with the smallest of light.

However, just because...
Forum: Bowhunting
09-21-2002, 06:21 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 322
Posted By Ratliff

RE: What size arrow and broahead should I use?

For Deer, 100 grain broadheads would be dandy. For Pigs and Blackbear, I like 125-grain Thunderheads.

Really a matter of personal preferance and spine of the arrow.
Forum: Bowhunting
09-19-2002, 01:34 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,576
Posted By Ratliff

RE: Nightmare

Rack-Attack had a good point, once a deer is injured severely, it will usually lay down once it doesn't feel threatened. Having it lay down means it stays closer to the area where it was shot, which...
Forum: Bowhunting
09-19-2002, 10:37 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 434
Posted By Ratliff

RE: The Switch: Aluminum to Carbon? Need Help . . .

The Buckmaster Bow is the 1997 model. It's a bit older. It's a single cam version, of course and my chrono speed is about 260fps. I'll have to get you more information on exactly what Cam it is....
Forum: Bowhunting
09-18-2002, 03:07 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,015
Posted By Ratliff

RE: NEED HELP PICKING OUT NEW BOW!!!

If you are wanting bang for the buck, it's hard to beat a Jennings Buckmaster Bow.

Truth of the matter is though, that most reputable manufacturers: Hoyt, Matthews, Jennings, High Country, PSE,...
Forum: Bowhunting
09-18-2002, 12:42 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 992
Posted By Ratliff

RE: how many of you take tools with you?

The farther you travel from home, the more stuff you need to bring! If traveling internationally, you best have a set of tools with you. The Leatherman-type tools are great. I always have one in my...
Forum: Bowhunting
09-18-2002, 12:37 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 850
Posted By Ratliff

RE: Wheres your trigger release?

If you ever begin traveling to foreign destinations to bow hunt, one of the first things you learn (hopefully not the hard way) is to have two of just about everything. Even two bows, in 2 different...
Forum: Bowhunting
09-17-2002, 02:39 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 3,096
Posted By Ratliff

RE: Poll on camo

Realtree hardwoods mixed with Mossy Oak Breakup. I don't pay much attention as to what's what. Mix and match. The deer don't know the difference!
Forum: Bowhunting
09-16-2002, 03:28 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 434
Posted By Ratliff

The Switch: Aluminum to Carbon? Need Help . . .

Okay, for years I've been shooting XX75 and XX78, 2314's. They have served me well over the long haul, but with all the new technology I just can't pass up the carbons any longer. I'm at a point...
Forum: Bowhunting
09-16-2002, 02:45 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,642
Posted By Ratliff

RE: Bowhunting in the rain. Yes or no?

Good rain gear is a must! With good rain gear, it can rain rain rain and I'm still reasonably dry. One area I don't skimp on is rain gear.

Keep your bow string well waxed and it won't absorb much...
Forum: Bowhunting
09-13-2002, 08:47 AM
Replies: 129
Views: 7,177
Posted By Ratliff

RE: Arrow Speed, Misjudged Yardage & Ethics

This discussion, while valid, seems to be a pretty easy one to fix.

Save your pennies and buy a range finder! If not taking ranges to an actual animal, range trees, rocks, ground, etc from your...
Forum: Bowhunting
09-13-2002, 08:39 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,063
Posted By Ratliff

RE: Muzzy's.....Thunderhead's....whatta crisis???

I recently took a 1500-pound Water Buffalo in Argentina with 125-grain Thunderheads. Broke 2 ribs that are like 2X4's and didn't lose a single blade. The broadheads stayed perfectly in tact and...
Forum: Bowhunting
09-13-2002, 08:31 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 715
Posted By Ratliff

RE: Boot advice??

My experience with boots is that you usually get what you pay for. Rubber boots would be a good option and they are usually considerably cheaper than leather or Camo-fabric boots. They are...
Forum: Bowhunting
09-12-2002, 07:48 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,750
Posted By Ratliff

RE: Screw in steps....I've had it

A simple solution!

Take a CORDLESS DRILL with you! A few years ago I hung stands with a friend of mine and hunting buddy. I showed up with my cordless drill and he laughed at me. We hung my stand...
Forum: Bowhunting
09-11-2002, 02:14 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 662
Posted By Ratliff

RE: Broad Heads

I recently took a BIG water buffalo in Argentina with 125-grain Thunderheads. While I was a bit underpowered for the big animal, the 125-grain Thunderheads worked GREAT!

While dressing the...
Forum: Bowhunting
09-10-2002, 07:43 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,386
Posted By Ratliff

RE: Tree stand or ground blind

I hunt from the ground on a regular basis. I have had very good luck from the ground. Camo clothing is so good these days that as long as you have a nice backdrop behind you and don't make any...
Forum: Bowhunting
09-09-2002, 04:52 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,093
Posted By Ratliff

RE: How long can you hold it???

On a trip to South Africa not all that long ago, I drew on an Impala while he was facing dead away from me at a water hole. My thinking was I would draw while he wasn't looking, hold for a bit, and...
Forum: Bowhunting
09-08-2002, 10:05 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 654
Posted By Ratliff

RE: Water Buffalo

Hey guys,

Sorry for the slow response. First off, let me clarify that this was a water buffalo, not a Cape buffalo like you see in Africa. Closely related, but not quite as big and thick. I'll...
Forum: Bowhunting
09-05-2002, 05:05 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 654
Posted By Ratliff

Water Buffalo

Greetings fellow bowhunters!

I just returned from a hunt in Argentina. I didn't go to Argentina to take a Water Buffalo but once there I decided to attempt this big beast. I was pulling 70-pounds...
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