Re: Pop-up/hub blinds
[Re: Zagman]
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04/28/24 02:37 PM
04/28/24 02:37 PM
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Only good for bow hunting If you can shoot sitting down. Now with a cross bow your good to go.
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Re: Pop-up/hub blinds
[Re: GREENCOUNTYPETE]
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04/28/24 05:54 PM
04/28/24 05:54 PM
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maybe I am missing something
we have 2 blinds
both have a eye bolt on each side and one on the top
a loop of paracord on each eye bolt grab the corner and pull quick on the cord to set up
to take down if you get everything out you can pop them in about the same
if you are short popping the roof from the inside can help
if you stake 2 sides by the cord attached to the eye bolt you could just pull on the other two sides and it would be almost like when you have 2 people
I never staked but tied to small trees
on the take down pop the 2 walls opposite the door and the roof as you step out the door
it is easier and faster with 2 people I have a Baronnet like you describe and am always setting it up or taking it down solo. Yes, it can be done but it can also be a PITA. Last week I set it up in the dark and one set of the crossbars that pop out had torn out at the hub and the ends had come out of the pockets at all 4 corners. I managed to get them back in and functional but it will likely come apart again when I take it down, Glad someone posted the link to the Lucy Blinds. I might have to try one of those. Sure looks a lot simpler to set up and take down.
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Re: Pop-up/hub blinds
[Re: walleyed]
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04/28/24 09:27 PM
04/28/24 09:27 PM
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Love them for turkeys, hate taking them down....
Mine are all currently Muddy blinds.......middle of the road, I'd guess, price-wise.
Anyone make a hub blind that ACTUALLY is easy to take down? I mean, that more times than not you get it folded up right on the first try??
I am losing confidence in taking them down and fear I will start just leaving them out there!
Zagman Real men don't use blinds.......They hunker down in the bushes !!! w Walleyed,you are exactly right!
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Re: Pop-up/hub blinds
[Re: Zagman]
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04/28/24 10:57 PM
04/28/24 10:57 PM
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Blinds are a great way to introduce kids or grandkids to outdoor activities,
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Re: Pop-up/hub blinds
[Re: Thumb Catcher]
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04/29/24 08:24 AM
04/29/24 08:24 AM
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How much do the Lucky blinds cost?
Who sells them or do you purchase direct No prices on there website unless I’ve missed them You missed them. You did not scroll down far enough. They are spendy. It appears they are sold direct by the manufacturer in the thumb of MI so spendy plus shipping for the vast majority of us just to get our hands on one. They do talk about some of the materials used but leave out some pertinent info IMO. ie., they do not say where they are manufactured. They also do not list the weight of any of their models. I guess they want you to call for that info. Testimonials but no mention of warranty, UV resistance etc..... Would be nice if their website provided a little more info.
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Re: Pop-up/hub blinds
[Re: Zagman]
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04/29/24 08:36 AM
04/29/24 08:36 AM
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Have anyone used a blind that compares with Lucky blinds in set up and take down chararistics plus easy to hunt out of?????
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Re: Pop-up/hub blinds
[Re: Zagman]
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04/29/24 03:18 PM
04/29/24 03:18 PM
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I have a couple that are made by Barronett. They’re very simple to set up and take down. They’re also big enough to comfortably draw a bow.
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Re: Pop-up/hub blinds
[Re: Zagman]
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04/30/24 06:35 AM
04/30/24 06:35 AM
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Lucky does have a website but you cannot order from there..........they ask you to call the owner, Bob,
I did.....and was surprised they were making these in the 90's.......it seems, even before Double Bull. I thought DB created the category, maybe not.
Super nice guy, took a lot of his time with questions......in the end, I will have a two-man in hand this week and probably try it this weekend.......and I'll report back my honest findings........on paper, it looks to be the ticket.
I think the hub blind challenges get down to the manufacturer......I rarely had issues with my DB's.......on take down. But I bought four Muddy's on sale at Gander Mountain when they were going out of biz........they were 50% off, so I figured why not. They go up EASY.......take down is tricky at best. If you don't get the hubs to line up just right, you just wont get a completely folded up blind to carry out, put in the Gator, etc. LET ALONE get back in the bag (if you wanted to do that)
Just like coyotes, I go where the turkeys are.....and in MANY cases, a great set-up spot is right in the middle of a field with NO cover around you..........and a turkey will walk right into the blind that was NOT there yesterday, unlike whitetails that usually need a little time. And yes, on occasion, I will use them in the rain. But, for me, 95% of blind use for turks is for strategic set-up vs. comfort.......OR if I am guiding a young person who is new at it, a blind can cover up a lot of mistakes, movement, noises, etc.
They are wonderful tools.....I highly recommend them, if you have the means...........
MZ
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