Does anyone have any experience of this two-man hide? It looks a lot for the dosh to my mind, and I'm wondering how much use it would take.
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I have had mine for a while now, and I find it really useful. I tried one out before I purchased mine, and deliberately chose the two man over the one man, the reason being I can put my camera bag/flask/sarnies on the second seat. The one man was fine for actually taking pics from, but not much room available to change lenses etc. It is more cumbersome than heavy to carry: there are two straps on the carry bag that you can put over your shoulders like a backpack, but I tend to just carry it under one arm, with my camera bag on my back.
I mainly use mine in the garden - I cannot get decent close-ups from the house, whereas the birds soon get used to the hide nearer the feeders. I have used it at some old gravel pits locally (I have been trying to get a kingfisher pic since last winter, but no luck), and have found that the birds get used to the hide much quicker than a netted car.
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then if there's nothing about we can mess around - try for a baby maybe.
I had the one man version and returned it for a refund. For fair weather it would be fine, but I was out in rain and the seat filled with water, not a pleasant experience.
I now have the Wildlife Watching Supplies standard dome hide and this suits my needs far more. It's tougher, lighter and although not waterproof, I've that the rain just runs off it.
I had the one man version and returned it for a refund. For fair weather it would be fine, but I was out in rain and the seat filled with water, not a pleasant experience.
I now have the Wildlife Watching Supplies standard dome hide and this suits my needs far more. It's tougher, lighter and although not waterproof, I've that the rain just runs off it.
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Guys I know some of you are old pmsl I'm 55 by the way, but sureley a Cam net is all thats required, I carry mine everywhere in a small gore tex bag I can put it up in seconds using large safety pins or I can drape it over me I also use a foam cushion for my lardy bum I know it's not necessarily as comfy as a chair but where do you draw the line? I already carry somewhere in the region of 18 / 20 kgs in whichever bag I choose to carry, add to this the weight of a Gitzo G500 studex tripod and I reckon I should have joined the SAS I certainly look the part
I mean this in jest before anyone has a real pop at me:shrug:
Hi Cedric,
I have Dougdarters Dalek if you remember, it's pretty good, only single seat, fairly flimsy as its really only one of those fold-up green picnic seats that everyone uses for music festivals and a light metal frame and nylon cover fitted on top. Definitely not worth the asking price when new, but it's pretty good ay the price I paid for it S/H off Doug.
I also find it very claustrophobic although the 2-man might better, but harking back to your pigeon shooting days I don't think you will like it as you just cant see around you too well only what is in front of you, My dad and I ( ex gamekeeper ) thought of going down the poles and camo netting route too, which I think is cheaper, simpler and at least let you 'breathe' if you know what I mean. And no doubt the camo netting is lot lighter these days
Mike.
Hey CT - I have this one
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Have to say it works a treat...
No probs CT. I must say that I find this hide superb. It has built in 2-seater chair that unfolds as one sets up the hide, it is all in the design of the frame. It isn't too heavy to carry around (I did take it to Skomer Island for a few days when I stayed overnight), it is easy to set up (under a minute), and most importantly it does the job of allowing you closer access to your subjects. I have even had birds on the roof!!!Thanks John. Nice pics.
No probs CT. I must say that I find this hide superb. It has built in 2-seater chair that unfolds as one sets up the hide, it is all in the design of the frame. It isn't too heavy to carry around (I did take it to Skomer Island for a few days when I stayed overnight), it is easy to set up (under a minute), and most importantly it does the job of allowing you closer access to your subjects. I have even had birds on the roof!!!
Tip: I've also bought a small portable camping gas heater to use in the winter... it gets bloody cold in this weather I can tell ya!!!
I have been weighing up a lot of options for the last couple of months, and am torn between a proper hide and a "blind", and think the blind would be a better option, as you get all round visibility, but your shape is broken up, plus there is room to have a few of you behind it. Im sure i will end up with both, but i think ill be getting a blind first and see how i get on with it