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Bridger #2 dogless for bobcat/yotes #6452836
02/06/19 02:26 PM
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Hello,
Does anyone have any opinions on the bridger #2 dogless 4 coil traps for bobcat and yotes? I’ve used the #3 SC traps that I 4 coiled, but have wanted to add traps. Or should I stick with the SC’s. Any thoughts on dogless Bridgers vs the regular Bridgers. Thanks

Eric

Re: Bridger #2 dogless for bobcat/yotes [Re: High-Desert] #6452847
02/06/19 02:37 PM
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I have used the bridger #2 dogless, but never connected with them, But I have used the bridger #3 dogless 4 coiled and laminated a lot and they work awesome on coyotes and cats. The only time I have ever had toe catches in the 3s is when the ground was lightly froze. I have caught a few coyotes caught clear up to their "elbow" in the #3s a few times also. Almost all of the time the #3 has deep pad catches. However, like I said, I have ran the #2s but just never connected with them because I only have 2 of them. Also, if you plan to stick with the SC's, I would suggest getting some soon, because I herd they are closing their doors.

Re: Bridger #2 dogless for bobcat/yotes [Re: High-Desert] #6452962
02/06/19 05:06 PM
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I would recommend changing out the pan bolts.

Re: Bridger #2 dogless for bobcat/yotes [Re: High-Desert] #6452968
02/06/19 05:15 PM
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Thanks everyone. I’ve been having a heck of a time deciding. I know it shouldn’t be that hard to decide, but it’s not like I’m buying a new truck, this is an important decision.

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Re: Bridger #2 dogless for bobcat/yotes [Re: High-Desert] #6453025
02/06/19 06:28 PM
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I use both Bridger & Duke #2 4coil OS w/dog for cats. I have some expose and covered sets that have connected. I think one of them this year was a toe catch that got away. Not enough left behind to know for certain if it was a cat or coon that stumbled into my set. I literally found 2 small phalanges and blood at the catch site but no discernible fur or claw.
I plan to buy more #2's for next year. I felt #3's were more trap than I needed and they're more expensive.

I've seen guys on youtube who use 1.75 Bridgers for coyotes and cats all day long in PA & OH.

So, that's all I've got. Don't know if it helps your decision.


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Re: Bridger #2 dogless for bobcat/yotes [Re: High-Desert] #6453051
02/06/19 06:53 PM
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I bought a dz of the # 2 dogless, put jc Conner lams on the outside, put on a shock spring, used them for fishers. Really like this trap, caught fishers in them , no foot issues at all. I like the #2, I would get 6 of each n see which one you like better.


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Re: Bridger #2 dogless for bobcat/yotes [Re: High-Desert] #6453064
02/06/19 06:59 PM
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I used some this year and I liked them, no problems. I'm new to trapping and have five different brands, two dozen each. I was trying to find something that didn't break the bank but worked. The Bridger #2 fit the bill. I used underalls and pan covers and did not notice any difference between the two.

Re: Bridger #2 dogless for bobcat/yotes [Re: High-Desert] #6453104
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I use the Bridger #2 dogless and have had great success with them. I have caught both bobcats and yotes with them and I run them alongside my kb 5.5 traps and I have great catches in both but the Bridger are much cheaper and still available vers the job traps.

Re: Bridger #2 dogless for bobcat/yotes [Re: Terrence j] #6453218
02/06/19 10:10 PM
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I think they are a great trap...good jaw spread, well made and reasonable price. I haven't seen the need for the 4 coil

Re: Bridger #2 dogless for bobcat/yotes [Re: High-Desert] #6453289
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I've held everything that has stepped on them. Bed easy, easy to tune, and reasonable to buy. Give them a try.

Re: Bridger #2 dogless for bobcat/yotes [Re: High-Desert] #6453313
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I second yukonal's opinion; I bought a couple dozen to try out last year and this and have been very satisfied as well. The two coiled have held fox, bobcat, coyotes, and a few wolves very well. I like them so much I plan on buying a couple more dozen.

Re: Bridger #2 dogless for bobcat/yotes [Re: High-Desert] #6453340
02/07/19 12:30 AM
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I have a lot of #2 mod. Bridgers ,mostly regular dog. I used a dozen of the #2 dogless this season....2 coiled. I had got the springs to 4 coil, but the 2 spring were very stiff. They bed flat, and hold well. My only issue was with the factory night latch. Some were extremely sensitive and needed tinkering.

Re: Bridger #2 dogless for bobcat/yotes [Re: Bigbrownie] #6454129
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Originally Posted by Bigbrownie
Some were extremely sensitive and needed tinkering.


I've never set a trap that I haven't tuned first. Should be SOP.

Re: Bridger #2 dogless for bobcat/yotes [Re: Bigbrownie] #6455093
02/08/19 06:04 PM
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Bridger #2 dogless is my goto trap no problems with coyote or cats . Mine are 2 coiled
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Re: Bridger #2 dogless for bobcat/yotes [Re: High-Desert] #6455827
02/09/19 12:08 PM
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They hold well, caught a 50+ lb wild hog in one and held a coyote by two rear toes. Plus a bunch of coyotes and a few fox. 2 coiled

Re: Bridger #2 dogless for bobcat/yotes [Re: High-Desert] #6455835
02/09/19 12:13 PM
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Most offsets (bridgers especially) are too wide for cats in stock form.

Re: Bridger #2 dogless for bobcat/yotes [Re: High-Desert] #6455864
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Thanks for your replies, I think I’ll give them a try for next season. I’ll most likely order a single trap of several brands just to mess with and see how I like them.

Re: Bridger #2 dogless for bobcat/yotes [Re: Calvin] #6455956
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Originally Posted by Calvin
Most offsets (bridgers especially) are too wide for cats in stock form.



Pfff.

Re: Bridger #2 dogless for bobcat/yotes [Re: High-Desert] #6455973
02/09/19 02:22 PM
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In general - A trap that works well in the Fall may be marginable when snow makes guiding less effective and ice slows firing speed.

Re: Bridger #2 dogless for bobcat/yotes [Re: High-Desert] #6455984
02/09/19 02:34 PM
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In the south central Pa Mounta...
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Last season I left a friend use a couple of #2 Bridgers on his farm and he caught and held a 75lb sheep lol


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