Hello guys!
Does anyone use those decoys for elk hunt with a bow ?
I bought one a long time ago and never used it .
Is it a good thing or a useless piece of equipment?
Last edited by shooter12; 08-19-2017 at 06:25 PM.
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Might wanna use the moose decoy for the moose, not the elk one
Tried a Montana decoy only once and found it more hassle than what I was willing to do for the hunting I was doing but based on the results others claim I would think it's worthwhile for the right set up
Thay can be a bit clumsy especially if there is any wind in open country. But it has worked well for me on a couple animals elk and moose the deer one I didn't really care for but that was the original version the new ones are better colours and patterns. If you are behind it hiding and something hangs up reach up and move the ears in a natural way it can put confidence back in your incoming animal. Montana decoy also has a quick guide to popular setups someplace in sure you can find it online.
Thanks for your reply guys!
It was very helpful.
As I understand nobody is using those metal legs that come with a decoy , but just hold with hands or tight up to the bushes with a rope , right?
I bring the legs along but don't usually use them and leave the decoy. I shortened the legs one section that makes it easier to walk with, then I sewed on a archery forearm protector to one side on the decoy so i can kind of hold it like a shield with still being able to walk and keep my hands free for bow / rangefinder.
First season using a decoy, amazed how life like they look at a distance. Easy to set up and put in the back pack. Elk aren't in rut yet were I hunted this weekend so no true test yet.
Used a miss September decoy with a friend to walk from 300 to 100m of a group of cow elk a couple days ago. They looked at us a couple times but didn't take off.
Montana Elk decoy
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