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Title: Decoys
Post by: gobbler74 on May 08, 2025, 08:02:14 AM
Haven't bought or used decoys in forever. Looking for something light in the mountains not too bulky. What's the latest on the market? Thanks
Title: Re: Decoys
Post by: joey46 on May 08, 2025, 08:39:42 AM
Some of the high end ones are too heavy IMO.  If I carry anything other than my Funky Chicken it is one of the Primos hens.
Title: Re: Decoys
Post by: Notsoyoungturk on May 08, 2025, 08:55:37 AM
I have Avian-X; they look great and hold up well. I use them for my field hunting but they are much too heavy when I hunt an area with big hills and lots of walking.  I haven't looked into any lightweight decoys.
Title: Re: Decoys
Post by: Greg Massey on May 08, 2025, 09:45:41 AM
Look at the HS Strut - Strut lite decoys ... they have hen, Jake and also a flock of decoys and reasonably priced.
Title: Re: Decoys
Post by: gobbler74 on May 08, 2025, 10:26:14 AM
Quote from: Greg Massey on May 08, 2025, 09:45:41 AMLook at the HS Strut - Strut lite decoys ... they have hen, Jake and also a flock of decoys and reasonably priced.
will do. Thanks
Title: Re: Decoys
Post by: gobbler74 on May 08, 2025, 10:27:59 AM
Quote from: Notsoyoungturk on May 08, 2025, 08:55:37 AMI have Avian-X; they look great and hold up well. I use them for my field hunting but they are much too heavy when I hunt an area with big hills and lots of walking.  I haven't looked into any lightweight decoys. I have avians I bought near 10 years ago. They are pretty but heavy.Do need a bit lighter.
Title: Re: Decoys
Post by: zelmo1 on May 09, 2025, 06:27:49 AM
In a field setup, I use DSD in many different configurations, but I don't carry them through the woods. I have 2 Featherflex from 2001 that are still very serviceable. The 3rd one got mauled by a coyote years ago and she is out to pasture for sentimental reasons, lol. Z
Title: Re: Decoys
Post by: Tom007 on May 09, 2025, 06:59:48 AM
Lightest, easiest to carry and never had a bird shy away from is the Primos Photoform Jake and hen. Very realistic, and pack into vest-bag real well. You don't even know your carrying them. Good luck..
Title: Re: Decoys
Post by: richard black on May 09, 2025, 07:17:36 AM
If you can find the Primos inflatable hen pocket decoy you won't be disappointed. Light and folds down very small. Unfortunately they don't nake them anymore but if you can find a used one they are well worth it.
Title: Re: Decoys
Post by: Old Timer on May 09, 2025, 08:58:31 AM
I've  had success with Sceery blow up decoys but I don't  believe their made anymore. But you might be able to find them or something  similar. Good luck.