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Old 10-09-2008 | 09:48 AM
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Hey guys/gals, I was wondering...That "Heater Body Suit" is a bit pricey, but if it holds true that if I get cold I get my money back, I was thinking about buying one. With that said, I'm curious if anyone has one, and if you like it? Was it money well spent? I typically get cold after the 4 hour mark on those bitter winter mornings on stand. I want something that keeps me warm so that I can have those "All Day" hunts in the stand even during the frigid winter months. I have no problem spending the money if it truely works, I just want some other opinions/comments on this item before I invest any money in it. It's funny, I have no problem spending well over $1,000.00 for a new hunting rig (Diamond Bow + all goodies), but I get pissed when I have to spend $20.00 for some wool socks...LOL, I kill myself sometimes...LOL Thanks to all in advance
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Old 10-09-2008 | 11:43 AM
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I'm still waiting on the field results/consumer reports myself. Therotically, sounds good, but then again, lots of things do 'til they're put to the test.
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Old 10-09-2008 | 02:07 PM
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Somebody posted in another area that he went to Dicks and got a cheapo sleeping bag to use instead of the Heater suit. He said it works as good and is a bunch cheaper...FWIW
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Old 10-16-2008 | 09:40 AM
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I was thinking the same thing, but if it worked, i would consider it.
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Old 10-16-2008 | 12:01 PM
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ORIGINAL: bugsNbows

Somebody posted in another area that he went to Dicks and got a cheapo sleeping bag to use instead of the Heater suit. He said it works as good and is a bunch cheaper...FWIW

I read also someone went to Walmart and bought a $12 kids camo sleeping bad and used that too.??
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Old 10-16-2008 | 02:49 PM
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Shawn,
Not sure about your current set up for clothing. Maybe the issue just a little tweeking with your current set up. Tell us a little more about your current cloting, routine for getting to stand and lower range of temps you hunt in
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Old 10-18-2008 | 06:20 PM
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Can someone tell me about the use of a sleeping bag. If you're ripped up in the bag, how would you get your arms freed-up without making a commotion, or noise from the zipper? Thanks.

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Old 10-19-2008 | 11:06 AM
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hmmm
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Old 10-19-2008 | 06:13 PM
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I used the kids sleeping bag from D!(Ks last year.
Standing up, I pull it up to My arm pits and sit down, no un zipping needed.
I will put My hands down into it if needed.


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Old 10-19-2008 | 10:14 PM
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I haven't used one, but I know a couple guys that have and love them. I have used a sleeping bag a couple times over the years, and its basically the same concept - only the HBS is customized to be used for hunting with max benefit. I don't even know how much they cost, but I can almost guarantee they are worth the money if you get cold. Luckily for me, I don't get cold easily....or I'd probably buy one. If I ever venture to the colder parts, I'll get one for sure.

I agree...many of usspend TONS of money on the newest crap we don't need, or that won't really help us....then skimp on the stuff we truly need. LOL [8D]
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