Dedicated Crossbow Hunters

Lefty-Canuck · #1 11-05-2016, 02:02 AM

Any of the dedicated crossbow guys (permit or not) still using them for November-December?

I am planning on sticking out this whole season with the bow, might take a muzzle loader into Camp Wainwright (primitive season draw)....but I would have to borrow one from a buddy. Otherwise it will be bow there for that draw too.

Just curious how many strictly crossbow guys are out there?

LC

HunterDave · #2 11-05-2016, 02:10 AM

I'm a meat hunter and given the choice between a rifle and a crossbow guess which one I'm choosing.

Lefty-Canuck · #3 11-05-2016, 02:16 AM

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Originally Posted by HunterDave

I'm a meat hunter and given the choice between a rifle and a crossbow guess which one I'm choosing.

Crossbow because you like the challenge? I hunt for meat too, filled the freezer pretty much by Thanksgiving with the bow.

LC

Ultimate Predator · #4 11-05-2016, 04:02 AM

A die hard group

58thecat · #5 11-05-2016, 06:44 AM

I would but spent all my hunting cash on gas...put the bow away, took out the old rifle...gotta sell a few rifles and maybe buy a cross bow but that's like cheating on my old Jennings bow

Huntsman · #6 11-06-2016, 03:21 PM

You betcha! But not exactly. Already put one down with my .308.
Just picked up some mechanicals for my newest Excalibur (Axiom kit on clearance at Crappy Tire)Been using the 150gr Boltcutters since day 1 for my Equinox. Now the 100gr X-act mech's.
Why am I using a crossbow? Because I can.
If I were to say because of the challenge other member(s) would label me as that guy so I've experienced. On in between days I'll try my 12g slug gun.
Good luck to all and shoot straight!

Phshrmn · #7 11-07-2016, 06:00 PM

Awesome. Here's hoping. Next picture....
But it's near closing time here right now.

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Salavee · #8 11-07-2016, 06:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Lefty-Canuck

Any of the dedicated crossbow guys (permit or not) still using them for November-December?

I am planning on sticking out this whole season with the bow, might take a muzzle loader into Camp Wainwright (primitive season draw)....but I would have to borrow one from a buddy. Otherwise it will be bow there for that draw too.

Just curious how many strictly crossbow guys are out there?

LC

Good for you Lefty. I doubt that you are really curious - nothin' like pushing hot buttons eh ? Just to let you know that many less capable X-Bow and Rifle hunters are completely in awe and totally envious of your accomplishments and abilities. Feel better now ?

Move up to an X-Bow and see how it goes !

Lefty-Canuck · #9 11-07-2016, 06:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Salavee

Good for you Lefty. I doubt that you are really curious - nothin' like pushing hot buttons eh ? Just to let you know that many less capable X-Bow and Rifle hunters are completely in awe and totally envious of your accomplishments and abilities. Feel better now ?

Move up to an X-Bow and see how it goes !

LOL....yup I was curious that's why I asked. I assume you use a crossbow? Last year there was a couple crossbow animals shared here. This year I have seen one so far. Figured with the warmer than usual weather we might see a few more folks out.

If there comes a time where I cannot draw a bow to a legal hunting draw weight, then likely I will try to get a permit to use a crossbow. Until then I'll stick with the bow.

LC

Huntsman · #10 11-08-2016, 08:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Lefty-Canuck

LOL....yup I was curious that's why I asked. I assume you use a crossbow? Last year there was a couple crossbow animals shared here. This year I have seen one so far. Figured with the warmer than usual weather we might see a few more folks out.

If there comes a time where I cannot draw a bow to a legal hunting draw weight, then likely I will try to get a permit to use a crossbow. Until then I'll stick with the bow.

LC

Hopefully I'll be able to share a pic of my crossbow animal

On a side note: 2 tours and a shoulder each were the victims. At best I can draw my 60lb Bowtech Carbon Icon (the lightweight puts less stress on arms and shoulders at least it feels that way) which replaced a Hoyt and a Mathews.

Stinky Buffalo · #11 11-08-2016, 08:32 AM

**Sigh**

Enjoyed the pic of your view LC... I'll have to hunt vicariously through you today!

kman35ca · #12 11-08-2016, 09:04 AM

I'm heading out with a crossbow on Thursday. I'm getting an ultrasound done on my shoulder tomorrow. My Dr thinks I tore a muscle years ago and it never healed properly. But if that's not the case, I'll be in Physio trying to get my rotator cuff in decent shape and will be buying a bow. For me it's more about being in the field. Of course I want to take some game, and already have a meat doe in the freezer with my rifle. But I just love being out there. And if I can't get this shoulder working right, I'll take the handi capped sticker and will be out with my crossbow.

I'm also a new Hunter when it comes to big game atleast. So big learning curve ahead either way.

reddeerhunter · #13 11-08-2016, 11:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Lefty-Canuck

Any of the dedicated crossbow guys (permit or not) still using them for November-December?

I am planning on sticking out this whole season with the bow, might take a muzzle loader into Camp Wainwright (primitive season draw)....but I would have to borrow one from a buddy. Otherwise it will be bow there for that draw too.

Just curious how many strictly crossbow guys are out there?

LC

If you are around Red Deer grab my TC blackpowder,firing caps, ammo- 50 cal ballistic tip Hornady slugs to boot.
Good luck to ya either way.

Lefty-Canuck · #14 11-08-2016, 12:11 PM

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Originally Posted by reddeerhunter

If you are around Red Deer grab my TC blackpowder,firing caps, ammo- 50 cal ballistic tip Hornady slugs to boot.
Good luck to ya either way.

Thank you for the offer! I might just take you up on it. With only 3 days to hunt, it's tough to get any scouting done.

LC

dmcbride · #15 11-08-2016, 03:04 PM

Here is a buddy of mines deer shot on Sunday in a general zone.

58thecat · #16 11-08-2016, 04:33 PM

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Originally Posted by dmcbride

Here is a buddy of mines deer shot on Sunday in a general zone.

That is awesome, good on your buddy, never feel bigger or better by the way you choose to harvest a legal game animal.

Huntsman · #17 11-10-2016, 11:59 PM

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Originally Posted by dmcbride

Here is a buddy of mines deer shot on Sunday in a general zone.

Tell your buddy congrats. That's something to talk about around the ole campfire

Huntsman · #18 11-14-2016, 08:15 AM

Wholesale Sports has these on sale ($200 off) if anyone is interested.
I bought two yesterday, one for me and one for my brother.

ht tp://www.wholesalesports.com/store/wsoo/en/Categories/Hunting/Bows-%26-Crossbows/Crossbows/Matrix-350-LE-with-Dead-Zone-Scope/p/89243

CNP · #19 11-16-2016, 06:12 PM

Sittin' on a stump waiting for legal light. Heard him walking into me at 0730 in the crunchy snow from last night. All clear to shoot time-wise

. He took another 15 mins to walk by with his nose to the ground, at 25 yards. Never even noticed me sittin' in the clear. Excalibur Micro 335. NAP FOC (FOC = Freaking Outrageous Cut) 170 gr broadheads left a hole I could put my fist into on the exit side. Deer went 15 yards.

Lefty-Canuck · #20 11-16-2016, 06:15 PM

Congrats!

LC

BigRackLover · #21 11-16-2016, 09:24 PM

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Originally Posted by CNP

Sittin' on a stump waiting for legal light. Heard him walking into me at 0730 in the crunchy snow from last night. All clear to shoot time-wise

. He took another 15 mins to walk by with his nose to the ground, at 25 yards. Never even noticed me sittin' in the clear. Excalibur Micro 335. NAP FOC (FOC = Freaking Outrageous Cut) 170 gr broadheads left a hole I could put my fist into on the exit side. Deer went 15 yards.

Nice buck Santa

. I've tried hunting that way with the Xbow, but it never worked out for me like it did for you. Pretty neat way to hunt when you can stay perfectly still throughout the approach and shot - wicked ambushing advantages with those Xbows.. Congrats!

Lefty-Canuck · #22 11-26-2016, 10:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Lefty-Canuck

Any of the dedicated crossbow guys (permit or not) still using them for November-December?

I am planning on sticking out this whole season with the bow, might take a muzzle loader into Camp Wainwright (primitive season draw)....but I would have to borrow one from a buddy. Otherwise it will be bow there for that draw too.

Just curious how many strictly crossbow guys are out there?

LC

We have strayed from the OP....

Seems like very few crossbow users are still using them into November-December.

LC

HunterDave · #23 11-26-2016, 11:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Lefty-Canuck

We have strayed from the OP....

Seems like very few crossbow users are still using them into November-December.

LC

I think that everyone realizes that your thread was a fishing expedition right from the start.

Good luck trying to figure out why someone looking to put meat in the freezer would opt for a rifle over a crossbow.

Lefty-Canuck · #24 11-26-2016, 11:49 AM

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Originally Posted by HunterDave

I think that everyone realizes that your thread was a fishing expedition right from the start.

Good luck trying to figure out why someone looking to put meat in the freezer would opt for a rifle over a crossbow.

If you don't like the thread, no one forces you to participate.

Asked a question trying to better understand how many folks use crossbows.

Anyhow it's been fun, on my way to try a muzzle loader, food banks need donations badly!

LC

Salavee · #25 11-26-2016, 12:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Lefty-Canuck

If you don't like the thread, no one forces you to participate.

Asked a question trying to better understand how many folks use crossbows.

Anyhow it's been fun, on my way to try a muzzle loader, food banks need donations badly!

LC

Yep, kill what you can and top up the Food Banks. Good for you Lefty. You the Man !

HunterDave · #26 11-26-2016, 12:05 PM

Don't hurt yourself climbing down off your soap box.

Lefty-Canuck · #27 11-26-2016, 12:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Salavee

Yep, kill what you can and top up the Food Banks. Good for you Lefty. You the Man !

Been fortunate to fill my freezer this year and the camp Wainwright draw is a unique opportunity, if anyone here is is need of meat. I would gladly donate (if successful) what I harvest in Wainwright. Would be skinned and gutted and willing to let it hang in my cooler for anyone who wants to butcher it themselves or pick it up. Drop me a note if this appeals to anyone.

Lc