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by nikegundog
Sat Sep 03, 2016 6:41 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Combo shotguns
Replies: 10
Views: 4441

Re: Combo shotguns

NEhomer wrote:I've never shot a 28 but can't help to be skeptical of it's potency. Especially in high winds on peripheral shots.

Serious question....what's the appeal of using such a light load?
$12 a box trap loads. :D
by nikegundog
Thu Sep 01, 2016 6:30 am
Forum: Legislation & Hunting Rights
Topic: CRP needs the support of hunters
Replies: 31
Views: 24729

Re: CRP needs the support of hunters

As long as I can remember the set aside programs have sold itself as a Soil erosion/Wildlife Habitat/Water Quality program. DU, Pheasants Forever, and every farm lobby I've seen has sold it as such, with the HEAVIEST emphasis on HABITAT. Pretty sure when I open next months issue of DU, they are goi...
by nikegundog
Wed Aug 31, 2016 8:14 pm
Forum: Hunting
Topic: What are your 2016 Hunting Plans??
Replies: 27
Views: 15824

Re: What are your 2016 Hunting Plans??

Ditch parrots around the area, along with two trips to SD. Chase the occasional woodie and greenwing early, greenheads late. Hope to get into the Goose migration (if they come).
by nikegundog
Wed Aug 31, 2016 7:51 pm
Forum: Legislation & Hunting Rights
Topic: CRP needs the support of hunters
Replies: 31
Views: 24729

Re: CRP needs the support of hunters

As long as I can remember the set aside programs have sold itself as a Soil erosion/Wildlife Habitat/Water Quality program. DU, Pheasants Forever, and every farm lobby I've seen has sold it as such, with the HEAVIEST emphasis on HABITAT. Pretty sure when I open next months issue of DU, they are goin...
by nikegundog
Sat Aug 13, 2016 10:32 am
Forum: Off Topic Forum
Topic: Thanks to Ezzy
Replies: 40
Views: 18159

Re: Thanks to Ezzy

Not a person, but a company "Armalite Rifle".
by nikegundog
Fri Aug 12, 2016 11:09 pm
Forum: Off Topic Forum
Topic: Thanks to Ezzy
Replies: 40
Views: 18159

Re: Thanks to Ezzy

Records show it had no effect on killings or shootings. . regardless, the question was whether the assault weapon ban in the 90's was all that bad? I mean, did you have any problem living with the ban? I didn't ask if it had any effect on killings (AR-15's seem to have an effect on killing these da...
by nikegundog
Fri Aug 12, 2016 11:06 pm
Forum: Off Topic Forum
Topic: Thanks to Ezzy
Replies: 40
Views: 18159

Re: Thanks to Ezzy

Big new sport in High School at this end of the state is shooting clays. Boys and girls compete. Growing fast, but we are a rural area. We are in a rural area, senior class will graduate less than 40 kids. A trap league was started last year and 40 kids signed up, the next school over had the same ...
by nikegundog
Fri Aug 12, 2016 7:47 am
Forum: Off Topic Forum
Topic: Thanks to Ezzy
Replies: 40
Views: 18159

Re: Thanks to Ezzy

Black helicopters.... :roll:
by nikegundog
Tue Aug 09, 2016 1:16 am
Forum: Off Topic Forum
Topic: explaination of Trump's appeal
Replies: 218
Views: 110019

Re: explaination of Trump's appeal

We better not fool with Donald and improve him or he will win in a landslide and leave you two with nothing to post. I see he improved in the polls during this "disastrous week" I believe you called it . Ezzy, what poll are you referring to? Could you post a link? I'm seeing he's dropped in the 11 ...
by nikegundog
Wed Aug 03, 2016 10:30 am
Forum: Off Topic Forum
Topic: explaination of Trump's appeal
Replies: 218
Views: 110019

Re: explaination of Trump's appeal

Here's a question or two to ponder. What if Trump does get elected in November. What would that say about the Democratic Party? What would that say about Hillary, and maybe even Bill? It would pretty much be the end of the Clinton's. Trump, a lifetime Dem runs away with the Republican nomination, s...
by nikegundog
Tue Aug 02, 2016 2:02 pm
Forum: Off Topic Forum
Topic: explaination of Trump's appeal
Replies: 218
Views: 110019

Re: explaination of Trump's appeal

People are seriously overthinking "Donald Trump". To me, and many others, Donald Trump is simply the "emergency brake" that this country needs. With a democrat controlled senate and a republican held house that will refuse to even talk to the guy......what do people thing he will accomplish? the an...
by nikegundog
Tue Aug 02, 2016 1:10 pm
Forum: Off Topic Forum
Topic: explaination of Trump's appeal
Replies: 218
Views: 110019

Re: explaination of Trump's appeal

People are seriously overthinking "Donald Trump". To me, and many others, Donald Trump is simply the "emergency brake" that this country needs. With a democrat controlled senate and a republican held house that will refuse to even talk to the guy......what do people thing he will accomplish? the an...
by nikegundog
Sun Jul 31, 2016 3:49 pm
Forum: Off Topic Forum
Topic: for the Hillary lovers - reasons not to vote for her?
Replies: 31
Views: 16255

Re: for the Hillary lovers - reasons not to vote for her?

WW3 will be fought with nuclear weapons. WW4 will be fought with rocks. Trump could trip the wire accidentally. I am not going to disagree with any bad thing you say about Hillery. Her being authoritarian, tied into the 1%, trying to over throw 2A. I don't want her as president. Trump is authoritar...
by nikegundog
Fri Jul 29, 2016 7:17 am
Forum: Off Topic Forum
Topic: for the Hillary lovers - reasons not to vote for her?
Replies: 31
Views: 16255

Re: for the Hillary lovers - reasons not to vote for her?

10 Reasons Why I Will Never Vote for Donald Trump AARON GOLDSTEIN July 19, 2016, 1:49 am 1) His attack on John McCain was a slur against all POWs. It has been exactly a year since Trump said of John McCain at the Family Leadership Summit in Ames, Iowa, “He’s not a war hero. He was a war hero because...
by nikegundog
Thu Jul 28, 2016 8:23 am
Forum: Off Topic Forum
Topic: Identifying the Enemy
Replies: 498
Views: 555994

Re: Identifying the Enemy

America is too great a nation to ever elect an unprincipled racist narcissist like Donald Trump. It will never happen. A vast coalition of Democrats, Republicans, and independents will join together to say: No! Those that support him will carry that shame forever. Bill Trump's history has never sho...
by nikegundog
Sun Jul 24, 2016 5:11 pm
Forum: Off Topic Forum
Topic: Identifying the Enemy
Replies: 498
Views: 555994

Re: Identifying the Enemy

If you truly believe that Socialism is a good thing and think that our constitution is dated, should be rewritten, and we should follow the policies of the other socialist countries and prohibit or severely restrict the ownership of firearms, among many other things, then vote for Hillary. I am not...
by nikegundog
Sun Jul 24, 2016 11:25 am
Forum: Off Topic Forum
Topic: Identifying the Enemy
Replies: 498
Views: 555994

Re: Identifying the Enemy

I see none of you read what I posted back a while about what the term disbarred was used then and how they have changed it from disbarment to inactive. Michelle, Hillary and Bill went through th old procedure where they were disbarred even if they resigned or gave up their license. It takes a court...
by nikegundog
Sat Jul 23, 2016 5:21 pm
Forum: Off Topic Forum
Topic: Identifying the Enemy
Replies: 498
Views: 555994

Re: Identifying the Enemy

:roll: .............

Sounds like Bill Clinton arguing the word is. When caught in a lie, no need to dig a deeper hole.
by nikegundog
Sat Jul 23, 2016 3:25 pm
Forum: Off Topic Forum
Topic: Identifying the Enemy
Replies: 498
Views: 555994

Re: Identifying the Enemy

Precisely my point about shortsightedness.
by nikegundog
Sat Jul 23, 2016 1:34 pm
Forum: Off Topic Forum
Topic: Identifying the Enemy
Replies: 498
Views: 555994

Re: Identifying the Enemy

.... There are many who find a good alibi far more attractive than an achievement. For an achievement does not settle anything permanently. We still have to prove our worth anew each day: we have to prove that we are as good today as we were yesterday. But when we have a valid alibi for not achievi...
by nikegundog
Thu Jul 21, 2016 1:37 pm
Forum: Off Topic Forum
Topic: Identifying the Enemy
Replies: 498
Views: 555994

Re: Identifying the Enemy

Contrite or dishonest? I guess there is no penalty for lying, I just don't see what purpose it serves. Nothing wrong with a good political debate based on truths.
by nikegundog
Wed Jul 20, 2016 12:59 pm
Forum: Off Topic Forum
Topic: Identifying the Enemy
Replies: 498
Views: 555994

Re: Identifying the Enemy

ezzy333 wrote: And the illustrious Michelle is not a licensed lawyer since she was disbarred.
Ezzy, care to cite a source, other than Faux News. :roll:
by nikegundog
Tue Jul 19, 2016 6:39 pm
Forum: Off Topic Forum
Topic: Identifying the Enemy
Replies: 498
Views: 555994

Re: Identifying the Enemy

Looks like someone needs to go hug a tree.
by nikegundog
Mon Jul 18, 2016 9:28 pm
Forum: Off Topic Forum
Topic: Identifying the Enemy
Replies: 498
Views: 555994

Re: Identifying the Enemy

What is a "Centrist"? To me, it is a person who really doesn't have any beliefs of his/her own and pretty much just goes with whatever is popular and/or accepted at any given time. I guess that makes them feel good. I believe that there are far too many people who feel this way [complacency] and, I...
by nikegundog
Sat Jul 16, 2016 9:54 pm
Forum: Off Topic Forum
Topic: Identifying the Enemy
Replies: 498
Views: 555994

Re: Identifying the Enemy

Seems strange to me that Fox is the only source that presents both sides of an issue and has a largesr audience that the others combined an yet a lot of liberals will tell you that they have no credibility. Maybe it is those listeners that lack creditability. HUMMMMMMMM? Got my laugh in right there...
by nikegundog
Sun Jul 10, 2016 2:26 pm
Forum: Off Topic Forum
Topic: Identifying the Enemy
Replies: 498
Views: 555994

Re: Identifying the Enemy

Not an expert on American politics, but isnt there a possibility another candidate could be presented at the Republican convention ( punctuation not working on my computer today) Rule changes are made at the convention, so yes its possible. In 2012, rules were changed to remove Ron Paul from the ba...
by nikegundog
Fri Jul 01, 2016 8:31 am
Forum: Training
Topic: Not your Usual Set up For a competition
Replies: 7
Views: 3415

Re: Not your Usual Set up For a competition

How many succeeded at the drill, before the final sweeping? Could you talk quietly to your dog, or did you have to remain silent?
by nikegundog
Tue Jun 28, 2016 9:38 pm
Forum: Off Topic Forum
Topic: Identifying the Enemy
Replies: 498
Views: 555994

Re: Identifying the Enemy

So at his very worst, he might be as bad as Hillary? My understanding is that he was given a million bucks to start with, and he's done ok with that, without having to resort to taking millions upon millions from Muslim dictators and human rights abusers through a "charitable foundation". She's don...
by nikegundog
Tue Jun 28, 2016 6:50 pm
Forum: Off Topic Forum
Topic: Identifying the Enemy
Replies: 498
Views: 555994

Re: Identifying the Enemy

I will not be voting for anyone but as usual for what they cab do based somewhat on what they have done. Trump was given money which seems better to me than stealing it, suspicion he won't do what he says is better than knowing Hillary won't, but the biggest reason is I will vote for someone that f...
by nikegundog
Tue Jun 28, 2016 2:40 pm
Forum: Off Topic Forum
Topic: Identifying the Enemy
Replies: 498
Views: 555994

Re: Identifying the Enemy

Several of you just continue to bash Trump. I don't have to agree with everything he says. I know where Hillary takes the country and what she will continue to do to the Supreme Court. This is about Hillary. Do you think she will fight for your gun rights, civil liberties, and the constitution as i...
by nikegundog
Sat Jun 25, 2016 9:14 am
Forum: Product Ratings & Reviews
Topic: Crate
Replies: 7
Views: 8059

Re: Crate

MGIII wrote:Ruff tough kennels makes good crates
+1
............
by nikegundog
Thu Jun 23, 2016 12:24 am
Forum: Training
Topic: Retrieving
Replies: 41
Views: 14257

Re: Retrieving

Ignore most of the advice you've been given, get a decent retriever training program (Smart Works, Lardy, Fowl Dog) follow it and ignore most of the advice given here. Building a dog is like building a home; first you study a blueprint, then you lay a foundation, then comes the framework and follow...
by nikegundog
Wed Jun 22, 2016 8:41 pm
Forum: Off Topic Forum
Topic: Identifying the Enemy
Replies: 498
Views: 555994

Re: Identifying the Enemy

Decision making theory has a model they use. They use approach and avoidance as goals. Our choice in the coming election, as it stands, is avoid-avoid. There is no winning choice. Both candidates are disliked and distrusted by a majority of the electorate. Makes you wonder how they got in the lead....
by nikegundog
Tue Jun 21, 2016 8:25 pm
Forum: Off Topic Forum
Topic: Identifying the Enemy
Replies: 498
Views: 555994

Re: Identifying the Enemy

greg jacobs wrote:Mainstream consevatives don't support the KKK. The mainstream progressives do support abortion and gun control.
I understand Trump changes his position day to day, but I guessing this week Trump no longer supports abortion and gun control like he use to?
by nikegundog
Tue Jun 21, 2016 12:20 pm
Forum: Off Topic Forum
Topic: Identifying the Enemy
Replies: 498
Views: 555994

Re: Identifying the Enemy

Greg, Trump doesn't care about your guns. He only cares about his own ego and prestige. Wasn't talking about Trump. Was talking about Hillary. They will do anything to control the supreme court. Wasn't Scalia's death convenient for them. Not at all, if Hilary wins, Garland will get pushed through b...
by nikegundog
Fri Jun 17, 2016 5:15 pm
Forum: Off Topic Forum
Topic: Two Fine Men Gone
Replies: 11
Views: 8219

Re: Two Fine Men Gone

Ali was a great fighter, but "took his punishment" I'd like to know how. At least the draft dodgers who left the country showed the strength of their convictions (to bad Carter allowed them to return). Ali made a fortune in a violent sport yet refused to serve his country because he converted to a ...
by nikegundog
Thu Apr 28, 2016 11:05 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: ALMA Bottom Pointing Labs
Replies: 3
Views: 2391

Re: ALMA Bottom Pointing Labs

He only sells on *limited registration, there's a shock. :roll:
by nikegundog
Wed Apr 27, 2016 6:48 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: New to this
Replies: 57
Views: 21229

Re: New to this

This is a ridiculous comparison Ezzy, and you know it. You're talking about $20,000 dollars difference between a moderate car and a high end one. I'm talking about $200, over even if the pup is $1000 difference, it would mean saving for another year or so. It gets brought up because its relevant. I...
by nikegundog
Mon Apr 25, 2016 9:38 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: New to this
Replies: 57
Views: 21229

Re: New to this

Hi folks, I am completely new to gun dog training. Growing up my family had two brittany's both of which i would have loved to hunt with. I always loved the breed and that leads me to my first question. My wife and I have just put a deposit on a Brittany Springer Cross. I have always loved brittany...
by nikegundog
Wed Apr 13, 2016 10:19 am
Forum: Hunting
Topic: GSP used to full potential
Replies: 12
Views: 11391

Re: GSP used to full potential

How successful have the GSPs been in the Retriever hunt tests? I heard one qualified for the MN.
by nikegundog
Wed Mar 02, 2016 2:27 am
Forum: Guns and Ammo
Topic: 20ga recommendations
Replies: 41
Views: 39671

Re: 20ga recommendations

Tooling wrote:


Hogwash!!

Parkers Rule
Sure some of them look nice, but its like your aiming down a two by four. :roll:

$400, go with a used Wingmaster.

figured you for a sidelock guy
by nikegundog
Tue Mar 01, 2016 10:08 pm
Forum: Guns and Ammo
Topic: 20ga recommendations
Replies: 41
Views: 39671

Re: 20ga recommendations

JMO. Save your money a little longer and find a Benelli M1. M2, or Montefeltro in 20ga. used. If you ever decide to sell it you have something that will resell for what you paid. Light, quick to point, choke tubes, low recoil, adjustable stock to suit her, and safe. In regards to cheap break open g...
by nikegundog
Tue Feb 23, 2016 9:32 pm
Forum: Guns and Ammo
Topic: auto clay bird thrower
Replies: 6
Views: 7330

Re: auto clay bird thrower

Pheasanttracker wrote:thanks for the insight. Atlas said they would give me a hunter ed instructor discount but still quite a bit more than the raven
What's the discounted price on the Atlas?
by nikegundog
Wed Feb 03, 2016 8:37 pm
Forum: Hunting
Topic: Is Texas the poorest state for public land?
Replies: 17
Views: 10978

Re: Is Texas the poorest state for public land?

Minnesota has approximately 12 million acres of public land, ample hunting and fishing opportunities for everyone.
by nikegundog
Sun Jan 17, 2016 7:41 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: South Dakota lodges
Replies: 4
Views: 2151

Re: South Dakota lodges

I'm putting together a hunt next fall for myself and some old college buddies. A reunion of sorts. I was hoping someone could recommend an affordable lodge for several hunters. We would prefer self guided hunts as we will have plenty of dog power. Some of the guys like waterfowl hunting as well so ...
by nikegundog
Sun Jan 17, 2016 2:18 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Cold ?
Replies: 16
Views: 5699

Re: Cold ?

Trekmoor wrote:
But I read about this in a newspaper and everyone knows they never lie ............ :roll: :lol:

Bill T.
Any ice fishing in Scotland?
by nikegundog
Sun Jan 17, 2016 12:10 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Cold ?
Replies: 16
Views: 5699

Re: Cold ?

I read in the headlines of one of today's newspapers that a 100 mile wide swathe of Scotland is at present 2 degrees colder than it is in Anchorage, Alaska and is only one degree warmer than the worlds coldest inhabited place somewhere in northern Siberia. Surely that cannot be correct ? I've been ...
by nikegundog
Fri Jan 15, 2016 9:26 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: What A Shame
Replies: 54
Views: 30111

Re: What A Shame

Silly-ness right here. Amazing you can "predict" an outcome of something you know absolutely nuthin' about, Lol!, the "Amazing Kreskin" would be proud. (And don't say "common sense" led you to that conclusion ok :wink: ) Reckon you've been training dogs for "45 yrs". too huh? It's incredible that s...
by nikegundog
Fri Jan 15, 2016 3:14 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: What A Shame
Replies: 54
Views: 30111

Re: What A Shame

Anyone use the Live Chat anymore?
by nikegundog
Fri Jan 15, 2016 2:28 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: What A Shame
Replies: 54
Views: 30111

Re: What A Shame

On a thread on here, a member asked about a standard training proceedure, what it was and how it was accomplished. I answered him, neither endorsing the program, although I do, or belittling it. Rather than members simply reading it and opting to use of not use it, it turned into a thread of insult...