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Forum: Whitetail Deer Hunting
12-23-2011, 05:15 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,076
Posted By Sam Houston

Thanks

Thanks to all you guys for weighing in. I think what I have here is a legendary bobcat. It is highly unlikely that I will ever see it during daylight hours. I have entertained the idea of getting an...
Forum: Whitetail Deer Hunting
12-22-2011, 06:15 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 783
Posted By Sam Houston

I'm in South Carolina and have a few trail...

I'm in South Carolina and have a few trail cameras out on my property. Some of the bucks still have huge swollen necks. And, about a week ago, a buck ran a doe right through our yard. I would say...
Forum: Whitetail Deer Hunting
12-22-2011, 06:08 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,076
Posted By Sam Houston

Help me out with this

On 12-20-11 I noticed buzzards in trees near my north fence line. Believing that something was dead (or near dead) in the area I started searching and found an 8 point white tail that appeared to...
Forum: Hunting Gear Discussion
10-14-2009, 04:11 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,247
Posted By Sam Houston

I use earth scent and store my gear in an ATV...

I use earth scent and store my gear in an ATV carry bag with one wafer open in it. I do one other thing that I truly believe helps to tone down some of the earth scent and that is to break off a live...
Forum: Hunting Gear Discussion
10-14-2009, 03:58 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 996
Posted By Sam Houston

I have hunted since I was 7 years old and to this...

I have hunted since I was 7 years old and to this day I have NEVER heard a buck or doe running around in the woods continually bleeting or grunting. I'm not saying that it will not work but if you...
Forum: Hunting Gear Discussion
10-14-2009, 03:51 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,555
Posted By Sam Houston

BuckEye Cam. Fastest trigger times, stand alone...

BuckEye Cam. Fastest trigger times, stand alone or wireless, extra-long battery life, outstanding quality day or night, American made in Athens, Ohio, outstanding customer service (speak to a person...
Forum: Hunting Gear Discussion
05-29-2005, 08:48 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 4,113
Posted By Sam Houston

RE: New tires for the atv?

No, I have never drug a moose or an elk. Have you ever drug a log in Big Gum Swamp?http://nucite.net/isWext.php/1630/7395.jpg
Forum: Hunting Gear Discussion
05-29-2005, 08:05 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 4,113
Posted By Sam Houston

RE: New tires for the atv?

Stub, you should read my post a little closer. I am originally from Florida. I logged in the swamps of Florida for 5 years. I did recreational four-wheeling in Florida swamps for a number of years. I...
Forum: Hunting Gear Discussion
05-29-2005, 07:39 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 4,113
Posted By Sam Houston

RE: New tires for the atv?

stub I disagree with your analysis. This can be measured. 1/2" might be more than you think and could make a big difference rolling or not rolling in a high speed avoidance maneuver (one you didn't...
Forum: Hunting Gear Discussion
05-28-2005, 09:37 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,864
Posted By Sam Houston

RE: Climbing Stands ?

Every bow hunter deserves to try climbing a tree with a Buckshot Equalizer. It sets up and takes down quickly and both platforms are adjustable while climbing. You probably wont appreciate how...
Forum: Hunting Gear Discussion
05-28-2005, 09:20 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 4,113
Posted By Sam Houston

RE: New tires for the atv?

Guys, I haven't been on the site for awhile so I am just reading your thread. First, I am not an ATV tire expert. Heck, I don't even know what my stock tires are. I guess I should go look. Whatever...
Forum: Hunting Gear Discussion
03-09-2005, 05:20 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 5,401
Posted By Sam Houston

RE: ATV Polaris or Honda?

Sol,

Kawasakin also has a 650 Brute Force. That is enough power to do just about anything that you would want.

I can tell you guys that Gatorland is more excited than we have been in...
Forum: Hunting Gear Discussion
03-09-2005, 12:09 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 648
Posted By Sam Houston

RE: Leaf River vs. Bushnell Trailscout cameras

Turkey Ridge,

Look back through some of the older posts on this subject (there are many of them). The concensus seems to lean towards the Leaf River as being the best for the money. You can get...
Forum: Hunting Gear Discussion
03-09-2005, 09:43 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 5,401
Posted By Sam Houston

RE: ATV Polaris or Honda?

Sol,

The Brute Force has a limited slip front end. Equal traction can be provided to both front wheels by pulling the yellow grip on the left handlebar (see picture in my previous post). The...
Forum: Hunting Gear Discussion
03-07-2005, 05:13 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 5,401
Posted By Sam Houston

RE: ATV Polaris or Honda?

They are all good macnines. But if you want the McDaddy of them all try Kawasaki's Brute Force.http://nucite.net/is.php?i=7395&m=1630
Forum: Hunting Gear Discussion
02-23-2005, 06:15 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 644
Posted By Sam Houston

RE: Need Trail Cam advice

Thanks for all the advice. It is rather dumb of me but I did not consider masking my odor.

My purpose for the camera is to find out what is using the trail and when they are transiting. I can't...
Forum: Hunting Gear Discussion
02-22-2005, 06:32 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 781
Posted By Sam Houston

RE: BUCKSHOT EQUALIZER FOLLOW UP

1950, let me suggest that you do not try an Equalizer unless you are ready to buy one.
Forum: Hunting Gear Discussion
02-19-2005, 04:58 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 781
Posted By Sam Houston

RE: BUCKSHOT EQUALIZER FOLLOW UP

The weight is 350 I think. The cable blocks are tested to 600#.

I have a unique way of occasionally facing the tree with the seat moved to the outboard position. I then lean back and allow my...
Forum: Hunting Gear Discussion
02-19-2005, 09:23 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 644
Posted By Sam Houston

Need Trail Cam advice

I just purchased a Leaf River Trail Cam and would like suggestions from experienced users of trail cams. Other than pointing the camera up or down the trail and not pointing it into the sun, what...
Forum: Hunting Gear Discussion
02-18-2005, 06:22 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,790
Posted By Sam Houston

RE: scent lock or scent block clothes

It looks like a mixed bag on the subject.

I am a bow hunter and here's what works for me: I place my hunting clothes in a Kolpin Gear Bag on the back of my ATV and pin 2 dirt scent wafers on the...
Forum: Hunting Gear Discussion
02-18-2005, 05:46 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,007
Posted By Sam Houston

RE: Got the Bruin (atv)

Here's one that honks. Don't know about the Yam but I doubt seriously if it will hang with the Brute.


http://nucite.net/is.php?i=6802&m=1630
Forum: Hunting Gear Discussion
02-18-2005, 07:07 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,056
Posted By Sam Houston

RE: BuckShot treestands ?

Please see my post on "Buckshot Climbing Stand follow up." I did not see your post or would have placed my follow up here.

I love my Equalizer. If you get an Equalizer and own other climbing...
Forum: Hunting Gear Discussion
02-17-2005, 04:34 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 781
Posted By Sam Houston

BUCKSHOT EQUALIZER FOLLOW UP

Some time back I did a report on the Buckshot Equalizer climbing stand.

First, I am strictly a bow hunter so I prefer a stand that is easy to pack, grips the tree and has an unobstructed...
Forum: Hunting Gear Discussion
02-17-2005, 04:13 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,007
Posted By Sam Houston

RE: Got the Bruin (atv)

Congratulations Unc. No matter what you got I'm sure you would have enjoyed it. I ride almost every day but snow is a no-no here in North Augusta, SC. I have been very happy with my Kawasaki Brute...
Forum: The Archives
02-10-2005, 05:54 PM
Replies: 209
Views: 190,094
Posted By Sam Houston

RE: Cool Hunting Pictures 2004

This is Sam Houston on his way some outback hunting. Look out Sierra Club, I'm a

This is a first for me in posting a picture so am hoping that it works.

...
Forum: Hunting Gear Discussion
01-27-2005, 11:01 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 8,224
Posted By Sam Houston

RE: ATV advice

Duck,

It is a fact that most people will not bad mouth what they bought.

When I was doing my research prior to purchase one of the biggest selling points for each Polaris dealer I talked...
Forum: Hunting Gear Discussion
01-27-2005, 10:00 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,361
Posted By Sam Houston

RE: Face the tree or Face away

I do both but prefer the tree to my back because of better visibility and easier maneuvering for a shot. I strictly bow hunt so a gun is not a consideration. If I want maximum comfort, I will move...
Forum: Hunting Gear Discussion
01-22-2005, 08:23 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 8,224
Posted By Sam Houston

RE: ATV advice

Don't send a boy to do a man's job: Try Kawasaki's Brute Force.

Yeah, it burns some fuel but it is an awesome machine.
Forum: Hunting Gear Discussion
01-22-2005, 08:10 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,500
Posted By Sam Houston

RE: Lone Wolf climbing Treestand

I would venture to say that you were not wearing a harness. I climbed a tree yesterday that I am preparing for next year. All I wanted to do was get a view to facilitate clearing shooting lanes so I...
Forum: Hunting Gear Discussion
12-09-2004, 08:23 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,707
Posted By Sam Houston

RE: Please recommend GPS

Did you possibly move the unit over 600 miles without turning it on? If so, read your manual for the solution.
Forum: Hunting Gear Discussion
11-29-2004, 01:55 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,414
Posted By Sam Houston

RE: SAFETY HARNESS WOES

I have been up the tree about 5 times with the integrated system so here is my take on it so far:

Pros: It is simple to use. You have good freedom of movement on the stand. The vest has strong...
Forum: Whitetail Deer Hunting
11-19-2004, 05:05 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,959
Posted By Sam Houston

RE: Deer Processing Question.

It costs $40-$50 in SC to process a deer. Sausage is an additonal $.50-$.60 cents per pound. I have cleaned many deer the old fashioned way but no longer have the desire to do it myself. The pleasure...
Forum: Hunting Gear Discussion
11-19-2004, 04:43 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,414
Posted By Sam Houston

RE: SAFETY HARNESS WOES

John,

I tried the under my coat thing and agree that it is better. Meanwhile, my new harness came in today (see above). I hooked the vest up and it could easily be put on in the dark. I was not...
Forum: Hunting Gear Discussion
11-19-2004, 07:08 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,666
Posted By Sam Houston

RE: climbing tree stand recommendations?

I recently bought a cheap stand from Wal-Mart. When I took it out of the box for assembly it became obvious why it was cheap. I took the stand back and told customer service that I was disappointed...
Forum: Bowhunting Gear Review
11-18-2004, 09:46 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 990
Posted By Sam Houston

RE: buckshot stands

I got a nice doe out of my Equalizer yesterday evening. this stand is awesome! I feel more secure in it than my Ol Man and the ease of use can't be beat. I like it better every time I use it. I would...
Forum: Bowhunting Gear Review
11-16-2004, 09:05 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 990
Posted By Sam Houston

RE: buckshot stands

I purchased a Buckshot Equalizer stand 3 days ago and have been up in it 3 times. I like it better with each use. This stand grips the tree better than any that I have ever used and hooking it on the...
Forum: Hunting Gear Discussion
11-16-2004, 08:18 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,414
Posted By Sam Houston

RE: SAFETY HARNESS WOES

The problem with wearing the harness inside clothing is that it would interfere with a leaning shot (or so I would think). When you hear a sound behind you and turn the wrong way, you are in deep do...
Forum: Hunting Gear Discussion
11-16-2004, 07:40 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,414
Posted By Sam Houston

SAFETY HARNESS WOES

I would appreciate a recommendation for a good safety harness for bowhunters. My full harness interferes with turning to face the tree for a shot from behind. I am also disappointed in the lack of...
Forum: Bowhunting Gear Review
11-12-2004, 07:40 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 884
Posted By Sam Houston

RE: BOWLOGIC 32

Take a look at A/R (Archery Research). Most shops around here (Augusta, GA area) are putting people on a waiting list to get them. I use the 31" version called cam and a half technology. My bow is...
Forum: Hunting Gear Discussion
11-12-2004, 07:24 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,035
Posted By Sam Houston

RE: Polaris 700 H.O.

I did quite a bit of research on a variety of ATV's a few months ago before purchasing one. In the end, what you are going to do with it should be the determining factor although it wasn't for me. My...
Forum: Hunting Gear Discussion
11-12-2004, 07:01 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,707
Posted By Sam Houston

RE: Please recommend GPS

I have had a Garmin Rhino 120 for some time. I use it frequently not only in the woods but also on the road. I live in SC but recently visited San Diego. I downloaded street information for the area...
Forum: Bowhunting Gear Review
11-12-2004, 02:22 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 990
Posted By Sam Houston

RE: buckshot stands

HD, I am looking for a second stand. I get tired of moving mine all the time. I am currently using an Ol Man Grand Vision. Although this stand is a little heavy it is of high quality and I trust it....
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