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- Tue Feb 11, 2014 10:34 pm
- Forum: General Chat
- Topic: Dilemma about lab, springer or DD choice
- Replies: 58
- Views: 18914
Re: Dilemma about lab, springer or DD choice
I appreciate your reply and sharing your personal experience. The majority of people who post comments like that have never even spent time around a DD themselves, let alone hunted over one. They read it online and repeat it like internet experts. My experiences around here over the last 20 years ha...
- Tue Feb 11, 2014 9:25 pm
- Forum: General Chat
- Topic: Dilemma about lab, springer or DD choice
- Replies: 58
- Views: 18914
Re: Dilemma about lab, springer or DD choice
Of the three I'd get a lab. Temperament is better than a DD if you have another dog. Labs are pretty all purpose. I have to call bullsh!t on this one. What qualifies you to make a statement like this? How many DDs have you hunted with? How many labs have you hunted with? My guess is you've read thi...
- Fri Jan 31, 2014 1:34 pm
- Forum: General Chat
- Topic: New Kennels
- Replies: 18
- Views: 7990
Re: New Kennels
Same here and love my kennels.Georgia Boy wrote:After I decided not to build my own I went with the tk product.PntrRookie wrote:I really like these... http://www.tkproductsllc.com/index.html
- Tue Dec 31, 2013 4:22 pm
- Forum: General Chat
- Topic: Post dogs on Point!!!!
- Replies: 738
- Views: 738064
Re: Post dogs on Point!!!!
Iris as a pup pointing pigeons at 4mos old. Still love this picture.
- Tue Dec 10, 2013 7:38 pm
- Forum: Hunting
- Topic: Late Season Pheasant hunt in ND
- Replies: 7
- Views: 3736
Re: Late Season Pheasant hunt in ND
This should help a little.
http://www.weatherstreet.com/weather-fo ... -cover.htm
http://www.weatherstreet.com/weather-fo ... -cover.htm
- Fri Aug 23, 2013 8:18 am
- Forum: Training
- Topic: Can a UTV be used successfully for road condition?
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1991
Re: Can a UTV be used successfully for road condition?
A guy I know has this setup on front of his Ranger. https://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-frc3/971599_614335845277156_1832292600_n.jpg Not sure it would handle tight trails in the woods very well, but it's a sweet setup nonetheless. No question, UTVs are excellent for hauling gear (and kennels if n...
- Fri Aug 23, 2013 7:55 am
- Forum: Product Ratings & Reviews
- Topic: Cargo kennels
- Replies: 1
- Views: 2592
Re: Cargo kennels
Northstar and Field are the same boxes - same manufacturer, just branded differently.
I purchased a 2 hole Field box at Pheasant Fest this year because the price was better and the rep was a good guy.
I purchased a 2 hole Field box at Pheasant Fest this year because the price was better and the rep was a good guy.
- Fri Aug 09, 2013 2:11 pm
- Forum: General Chat
- Topic: GMC AWD Van?
- Replies: 16
- Views: 6435
Re: GMC AWD Van?
Stupid question, but why not just buy an SUV instead? What's the advantage of an AWD Van? There are tons of well priced used Suburbans/Tahoes that would get as good of mileage if not better.
- Fri Jul 12, 2013 7:36 am
- Forum: General Chat
- Topic: Favorite Dog names, Whats yours?
- Replies: 89
- Views: 60611
Re: Favorite Dog names, Whats yours?
My favorite dog name is from the Steve Martin movie "The Jerk".
His dog's name was Sh!thead.
I've called every one of my dogs by that name at some point.
His dog's name was Sh!thead.
I've called every one of my dogs by that name at some point.
- Thu Jun 27, 2013 12:17 pm
- Forum: Birds & Bird Supplies
- Topic: netting pigeons
- Replies: 5
- Views: 6195
Re: netting pigeons
The way I net pigeons, a ladder would equal a trip to the ER.
Fish net + broom handle (taken from push broom in garage) + duct tape = ideal solution.
Fish net + broom handle (taken from push broom in garage) + duct tape = ideal solution.
- Thu May 09, 2013 12:12 pm
- Forum: General Chat
- Topic: Gundog Door
- Replies: 12
- Views: 5520
Re: Gundog Door
I have these installed right now. They are great, with the exception of noise. To solve this I put weather stripping on the doors now when they close the "slam" is muffled and unnoticeable. +1 That being said, your dog will likely find the weatherstripping and promptly shred it. :cry: I have a K-9 ...
- Thu Mar 28, 2013 8:03 am
- Forum: Product Ratings & Reviews
- Topic: Dog kennels
- Replies: 8
- Views: 5403
Re: Dog kennels
Mason is good stuff, but expensive. I bought a 3 dog setup from TK Products as thier price was right there with Priefert, etc. with what I consider a much better product. Give Dave a call and talk through it with him - I think you'll be very happy. http://tkproductsllc.com/heavy_duty_dog_kennels.html
- Wed Mar 13, 2013 3:20 pm
- Forum: General Chat
- Topic: Work/Live in Bird Country
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1561
Work/Live in Bird Country
I know nothing about this company but found this article on Yahoo News and thought it may be relevant/useful for someone on GDF.
Any IT guys looking to move to the Dakotas?
http://news.yahoo.com/apnewsbreak-compa ... 48603.html
Any IT guys looking to move to the Dakotas?
http://news.yahoo.com/apnewsbreak-compa ... 48603.html
- Mon Mar 11, 2013 12:13 pm
- Forum: General Chat
- Topic: Bow hunting equip
- Replies: 35
- Views: 11832
Re: Bow hunting equip
Nike - you will be blown away by the improvements in the equipment these days. I would strongly recommend going to a few shops and try shooting Matthews, Hoyt, Bowtech PSE, etc. to see what fits and feels best. IMO, the general rule is the longer ATA bows seem to be more forgiving but shorter ATA bo...
- Fri Mar 08, 2013 9:16 am
- Forum: Product Ratings & Reviews
- Topic: Non-Pneumatic Tire
- Replies: 5
- Views: 3385
Re: Non-Pneumatic Tire
Good stuff. These tires are phenomenal.
- Fri Feb 22, 2013 10:26 am
- Forum: Off Topic Forum
- Topic: Truck Topper...Pros n Cons
- Replies: 12
- Views: 7050
Re: Truck Topper...Pros n Cons
Pretty sure I've shared this pic before, but a few key "must-have" features I've settled on after owning a few toppers: 1. Opening side windows WITH VENTS 2. Front slider window, preferable that drops open for cleaning 3. Good lighting - LED preferred The great thing about toppers is you can keep yo...
- Sun Feb 17, 2013 6:54 pm
- Forum: General Chat
- Topic: National Pheasants Forever Fest
- Replies: 15
- Views: 5657
Re: National Pheasants Forever Fest
Had a blast. I got 3 hats, a T-shirt and lots if freebee's. I got to see Scott Linden who posted on here and i think i saw Jakedd with his dog but he was too busy to talk. And i got my book signed by Tom Dokken! I even got to talk to him to him for a while and listen to seminars. I had a great time...
- Fri Feb 15, 2013 8:33 am
- Forum: Off Topic Forum
- Topic: Wives and Minivans
- Replies: 37
- Views: 16591
Re: Wives and Minivans
My wife's mini-van says Yukon XL on the back. Like jimbo said above, when I suggest a van to her I dang well better duck afterward!
- Fri Feb 15, 2013 8:16 am
- Forum: General Chat
- Topic: National Pheasants Forever Fest
- Replies: 15
- Views: 5657
Re: National Pheasants Forever Fest
Swing by the Deutsch-Drahthaar booth and say hi as well - I'll be there Sat morning til noon with a male pup I have available. Looking forward to going again - it's always a good time and interesting to see the cool new stuff vendors are putting out.
- Wed Feb 06, 2013 9:56 pm
- Forum: Legislation & Hunting Rights
- Topic: Concealed carry
- Replies: 35
- Views: 31947
Re: Concealed carry
Wait till your home on leave and go to your county courthouse and apply. They will run a basic background check and then call you to come pick your permit up. Usually 1-3 days. Pay your 5-15 bucks and your set. It's good for a year. Don't let it expire or you will have to wait for the check again. ...
- Fri Jan 25, 2013 9:27 am
- Forum: General Chat
- Topic: Question on picking a pup
- Replies: 11
- Views: 4459
Re: Question on picking a pup
As a breeder, I place all my pups with buyers, but I welcome their input when they come see pups too. I am pretty thorough about asking what they like, dislike, what kind of hunting they do, training experience, as well as the usual gender/color preferences. Often times it comes down to a couple dog...
- Thu Jan 10, 2013 10:06 am
- Forum: General Chat
- Topic: Dog kennels/runs
- Replies: 14
- Views: 5511
Re: Dog kennels/runs
TK Products - Love mine too!PntrRookie wrote:Worth every penny...call Dave... http://www.tkproductsllc.com/index.html
- Sat Dec 15, 2012 6:12 pm
- Forum: General Chat
- Topic: What's Your Rig like?
- Replies: 101
- Views: 70448
Re: What's Your Rig like?
onpointgun - is that a Crow River trailer? Looks like their style.
Crazyboy - how do you like your Bedslide? I've looked at them a lot, just haven't pulled the trigger on one.
I think I'd really like the ease of getting to the stuff in back though.
Crazyboy - how do you like your Bedslide? I've looked at them a lot, just haven't pulled the trigger on one.
I think I'd really like the ease of getting to the stuff in back though.
- Tue Aug 21, 2012 8:19 am
- Forum: Off Topic Forum
- Topic: Occupations
- Replies: 239
- Views: 156322
Re: Occupations
Wow, quite the variety we've got going here. gotpointers - I have 2 brothers-in-law who work for BNSF in ND and CO. I'm surprised to be the first I/T geek posting here. I've been doing database and web design work for 16 years, started my own consulting business for a handful of years, but now back ...
- Tue Jul 10, 2012 10:26 am
- Forum: Off Topic Forum
- Topic: need some tires....
- Replies: 29
- Views: 10000
Re: need some tires....
After trying a pile of tires over the years, I will only run BFG All Terrain KOs on my trucks now. My current set has 84K on them (GMC Half Ton Crew Cab) and I'll prob need to replace them before the snow flies this fall. Also running them on my Yukon as well. I've tried Bridgestone Revos, Goodyear ...
- Fri Jun 29, 2012 7:50 am
- Forum: General Chat
- Topic: Wireless Remote Thermometer
- Replies: 21
- Views: 11388
Re: Wireless Remote Thermometer
Resurrecting an old thread here - anyone come across new wireless thermometers for watching temps inside their topper/trailer that have held up well and been effective?
- Thu Jun 28, 2012 11:55 am
- Forum: Health and Nutrition
- Topic: A New Feed For an Over Weight Lab
- Replies: 58
- Views: 18674
Re: A New Feed For an Over Weight Lab
I switched one dog over to Premium Edge Healthy Weight food a week ago and I can already see a little improvement on her. It's a 44/12 mix that I decided to try after researching weight control feeds from multiple sources. Price wasn't bad either - $37 for a 35lb bag I believe. http://www.diamondpet...
- Thu Jun 28, 2012 11:45 am
- Forum: General Chat
- Topic: kennel set up
- Replies: 7
- Views: 2905
Re: kennel set up
Just got my 3 dog TK kennel setup finished and I'm very happy with the product and company - would definitely recommend them.PntrRookie wrote:I have these and love them.
https://www.facebook.com/TkProductsLLC
Check out the site and photos. Lots of good ideas. Cal Dave he will help u out!
- Thu May 31, 2012 1:33 pm
- Forum: Please Welcome New Members - Introduce Yourself Here!
- Topic: Listening to different views
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1644
Re: Listening to different views
Welcome to GDF, Dan. I look forward to hearing your experience on multiple topics here.
- Thu May 24, 2012 2:26 pm
- Forum: Off Topic Forum
- Topic: Your thoughts on debt.
- Replies: 80
- Views: 27560
Re: Your thoughts on debt.
Two words for you: Dave Ramsey.
Check him out, listen to his stuff, and follow his recommendations. Simple, clear, and effective.
Do whatever it takes to fully eliminate debt from the picture and it totally changes the landscape of your life.
Just my $.02
Check him out, listen to his stuff, and follow his recommendations. Simple, clear, and effective.
Do whatever it takes to fully eliminate debt from the picture and it totally changes the landscape of your life.
Just my $.02
- Tue May 22, 2012 10:26 am
- Forum: Off Topic Forum
- Topic: Atv or Utv?
- Replies: 9
- Views: 6221
Re: Atv or Utv?
Corry - I think it all depends on the type and style of hunting you do. If you're talking bird hunting, either style will do the job well. If you're talking big game too, it depends on the terrain and cover. As some have mentioned, ATVs are more nimble in the woods, but I have been absolutely amazed...
- Fri May 18, 2012 7:15 am
- Forum: Off Topic Forum
- Topic: Beer?
- Replies: 185
- Views: 69592
Re: Beer?
Anyone have recommendations for good gluten-free beers ? Going gluten-free has been tough for me as a beer lover since wheat/barley/hops=gluten. I tried Bard's , which I was not fond of. I also tried New Planet Off-Grid Pale Ale and LOVED it, but at $9.25/4 pack, there's gotta be a better option. Su...
- Thu May 10, 2012 1:17 pm
- Forum: Product Ratings & Reviews
- Topic: Truck bed drawers
- Replies: 10
- Views: 6719
Re: Truck bed drawers
Reba - how much $$ do you have into yours?
- Tue May 01, 2012 3:48 pm
- Forum: Off Topic Forum
- Topic: Fishing
- Replies: 25
- Views: 11456
Re: Fishing
On hot summer nights in MN, we like to work hard for our fish...well, maybe not too hard.
Lighted slip-bobbers and a couple beers make night fishing a relaxing outing. An average walleye from my favorite "hump" on the lake.
Lighted slip-bobbers and a couple beers make night fishing a relaxing outing. An average walleye from my favorite "hump" on the lake.
- Mon Apr 09, 2012 8:32 am
- Forum: Hunting
- Topic: ATV Hitch Mount Kennel
- Replies: 10
- Views: 6776
Re: ATV Hitch Mount Kennel
2012 Ranger Bed Box Dimensions (LxWxH) = 36.5 x 54 x 11.5"
You *should* be able to fit 2 Large (400 size) kennels side by side (36"X24"X26").
I also just found this setup for Rangers - looks pretty sweet.
http://forums.ukcdogs.com/showthread.ph ... did=388310
You *should* be able to fit 2 Large (400 size) kennels side by side (36"X24"X26").
I also just found this setup for Rangers - looks pretty sweet.
http://forums.ukcdogs.com/showthread.ph ... did=388310
- Mon Mar 26, 2012 10:57 am
- Forum: General Chat
- Topic: My new favorite picture
- Replies: 8
- Views: 1892
Re: My new favorite picture
Great lookin' Britts, Karen - he looks like he's ready to go!
- Tue Mar 20, 2012 11:06 am
- Forum: General Chat
- Topic: Half wit terms we use
- Replies: 32
- Views: 9060
Re: Half wit terms we use
Affectionately known as "Pointin' Gophers" here.brad27 wrote:Example: "kennel point"- when a dog stops to poop while hunting, trailing or testing.
- Tue Mar 20, 2012 11:02 am
- Forum: General Chat
- Topic: Do dogs believe in God?
- Replies: 26
- Views: 6549
Re: Do dogs believe in God?
Dogs and cats both believe in a 'God', though from very different angles.
A dog says "You pet me, you feed me, you shelter me, and you love me...you must be God."
A cat says "You pet me, you feed me, you shelter me, and you love me...I must be God."
(stolen from somewhere else long ago)
A dog says "You pet me, you feed me, you shelter me, and you love me...you must be God."
A cat says "You pet me, you feed me, you shelter me, and you love me...I must be God."
(stolen from somewhere else long ago)
- Thu Mar 08, 2012 2:30 pm
- Forum: Hunting
- Topic: North Dakota pheasant hunting pic
- Replies: 7
- Views: 3159
Re: North Dakota pheasant hunting pic
I'm guessing Hettinger.
Funny, but that pic gets me more stirred up about hunting ND more than watching youtube videos, reading articles, etc. - looks just like a place I've hunted a few times SW of Mandan.
Funny, but that pic gets me more stirred up about hunting ND more than watching youtube videos, reading articles, etc. - looks just like a place I've hunted a few times SW of Mandan.
- Tue Mar 06, 2012 10:59 am
- Forum: General Chat
- Topic: Above Ground Kennel Plans
- Replies: 9
- Views: 4695
Re: Above Ground Kennel Plans
How big are the openings on the Scott's flooring? I used some FarmTek in my puppy pen last fall and it worked well for the most part, but would certainly want larger openings for an adult dog.
Re: Whew
Doug, your videos always make me want to pack my bags and move west. Problem is I'd have to buy some horses and a gawd-awful expensive camera, give up my bearded dogs and hunt with longtails. Not sure I'm willing to make such concessions just yet. In light of that, please keep the videos and pics co...
- Wed Feb 15, 2012 4:33 pm
- Forum: General Chat
- Topic: Need a new vehicle...opinions please
- Replies: 51
- Views: 14682
Re: Need a new vehicle...opinions please
Ok, so I'm a data/Excel junkie, and since JWP is looking at mileage as a critical factor, thought I'd throw this out there. I have an '02 Yukon that needs replacing after 210K miles, and MPG is important to me too since we put on about 20K/yr. Attached is a screenshot of my MPG stats on cheaper used...
- Wed Feb 15, 2012 9:28 am
- Forum: General Chat
- Topic: Which E collar to buy?
- Replies: 27
- Views: 11663
Re: Which E collar to buy?
sniperjon - where are you located and what kind of conditions do you hunt in? The reason I ask is living in MN, I've had terrible problems with my Dogtra 2500T&B in cold weather (10 degrees or colder) because the rheostat dial is very stiff and the LCD screen is useless. I have to keep it inside my ...
- Wed Feb 15, 2012 9:23 am
- Forum: General Chat
- Topic: Need a new vehicle...opinions please
- Replies: 51
- Views: 14682
Re: Need a new vehicle...opinions please
Outlaw - that's one of the best, most thought out posts I've seen on GDF in a long time. And just for the record, that Driver Preference Wildcard has screwed me more times that I care to admit over the years. Some people view vehicles as a utility tool, some as an extension of their personality/styl...
- Thu Feb 09, 2012 10:49 am
- Forum: Guns and Ammo
- Topic: Franchi O/U's ?
- Replies: 4
- Views: 2787
- Fri Jan 20, 2012 12:50 pm
- Forum: General Chat
- Topic: Pre registered by breeder...
- Replies: 106
- Views: 29761
Re: Pre registered by breeder...
There is huge value in that when researching breeding success, which fuzznut hit on the head: Those of you who refuse to use the breeders kennel names.... I just don't get it! Having the kennel name helps others 20, 30 yrs from now to keep track of who was who, from where, timelines and all that stu...
- Thu Jan 19, 2012 3:00 pm
- Forum: General Chat
- Topic: Leatherman
- Replies: 14
- Views: 5397
Re: Leatherman
+1 on the Gerber. I've had half a dozen of these tools in Gerbers, Leathermans, and one off brand, and Gerber is by far my favorite for usability and quality.
- Mon Jan 09, 2012 10:43 am
- Forum: General Chat
- Topic: All crossed up
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1199
Re: All crossed up
Love it! Had a female GSP who did that alot and went a$$ over tea-kettle on a riverbank in ND pointing a couple roosters one afternoon. I laughed so hard I couldn't even shoot.
- Fri Jan 06, 2012 2:16 pm
- Forum: Training
- Topic: New Launchers
- Replies: 22
- Views: 7494
Re: New Launchers
Good call, Donnie. I'm on my 3rd yr with mine and very happy with it - I've launched pigeons, chukars, quail, and phez with no problems.
- Thu Jan 05, 2012 3:22 pm
- Forum: General Chat
- Topic: First crack at sketching in awhile.
- Replies: 42
- Views: 12725
Re: First crack at sketching in awhile.
You guys create stuff.
I just kill stuff.
I'm jealous.
Absolutely LOVE that clay sculpture, SCT, and some excellent drawings from the rest of you!
I just kill stuff.
I'm jealous.
Absolutely LOVE that clay sculpture, SCT, and some excellent drawings from the rest of you!