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Re: Snake Protection.....what do you use?
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02/17/18 01:20 AM
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I use a calendar.
I only go to Texas in the cold months when the snakes are hibernating. Not a single month in Texas where snakes are not a potential hazard......
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Re: Snake Protection.....what do you use?
[Re: Gillium]
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02/25/18 07:16 PM
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Re: Snake Protection.....what do you use?
[Re: Gillium]
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02/25/18 07:40 PM
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Rocky Aztecs and Bond Arms Snake Charmer.
Dalroo Deep in the Heart of Texas How about that Brandon!
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Re: Snake Protection.....what do you use?
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02/27/18 01:50 AM
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Re: Snake Protection.....what do you use?
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02/27/18 05:03 PM
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Go to any rural coffee shop in the morning. Ask the local guys what they wear. They will look at you like you’re nuts.
I have a friend whose Father was a rural West Texas Doctor. He said that he treated 27 snake bites during a 40 or so year career. All but 2 were on hands checking chicken nests, reaching into or under stuff, etc. I use a calendar.
I only go to Texas in the cold months when the snakes are hibernating. Not a single month in Texas where snakes are not a potential hazard...... Correct Also if you ask locals what they wear they won’t look at you crazy. Plenty of guys wear protection if they’re gonna be in the brush and any other time they’ve got on at least cowboy boots. In West Texas they do anyway My pick is Chippewa and I wear them on our place 99% of the time even in the cold months. Even if low chance of snakes they block prickly pear great also
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Re: Snake Protection.....what do you use?
[Re: Gillium]
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03/02/18 06:17 PM
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Re: Snake Protection.....what do you use?
[Re: Gillium]
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03/03/18 01:32 AM
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I'm a forester. I spend more time out in the sticks then most. I very seldom wear snake boots but I do watch where I step. The boots get hot and there is a lot better footwear for walking. There is not a snake under every log and bush. When it's cool they will be either in the sun or on a surface that holds heat. When it's hot they will most likely be under something or in the shade. On warm winter days they will be near a den. Fall is the breeding season and they will be crawling. Pay attention to what you are doing and you will be fine.
Smokey Bear---Lone Star State.
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Re: Snake Protection.....what do you use?
[Re: Gillium]
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03/03/18 03:12 AM
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Mike Mathena
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Funny, i have been thinking about buying my first pair of snake boots wondering if i really need em
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Go get in the woods
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Re: Snake Protection.....what do you use?
[Re: Gillium]
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03/04/18 02:50 PM
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Re: Snake Protection.....what do you use?
[Re: Gillium]
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03/04/18 04:53 PM
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AnythingSportsman
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I have put my Lacrosse snake boots through hell and they hold up, comfortable as well.
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Re: Snake Protection.....what do you use?
[Re: Gillium]
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03/09/18 12:45 AM
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Better safe than sorry. I wear a simple Academy brand (Game Winner) They are very comfortable and have a tough sole as well. They can get a bit hot in the summer but with good wicking socks all is good.
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Re: Snake Protection.....what do you use?
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03/09/18 05:08 PM
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I grew up in west Texas and we have plenty of rattlesnakes. Just keep your eyes and ears open and you’ll be fine. The only people I’ve see bitten by snakes were playing with them or trying to catch them. It’s not worth wearing all of that hot protective bullsht. you ever fix line fence, do any kind of ranch or farm work?
hold on Newt, we got a runaway
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Re: Snake Protection.....what do you use?
[Re: Gillium]
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04/02/18 02:25 AM
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Rafeal Nandi
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Yeah, snake boots is needed for safe hunting.
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Re: Snake Protection.....what do you use?
[Re: Gillium]
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04/05/18 10:12 PM
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Loads of rattlers on my place. Wear snake boots when I'm walking is thick weeds and brush.I kill at least 3 to 4 a year from 6 inches to 5 feet. I am always vigilant as they often just appear out of no where.
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Re: Snake Protection.....what do you use?
[Re: Gillium]
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I have another reason that I ALWAYS wear boots on my place...the older I get, the worse my tinnitus. There are times when my ears are ringing enough that I am not sure I would hear the pitch of rattles while walking. I've also had a couple of times in the last year or so when I am sure I can hear a rattler, and then realize its just the ringing. That will get your heart rate elevated!
Dalroo Deep in the Heart of Texas How about that Brandon!
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Re: Snake Protection.....what do you use?
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04/05/18 11:41 PM
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I have another reason that I ALWAYS wear boots on my place...the older I get, the worse my tinnitus. There are times when my ears are ringing enough that I am not sure I would hear the pitch of rattles while walking. I've also had a couple of times in the last year or so when I am sure I can hear a rattler, and then realize its just the ringing. That will get your heart rate elevated! I cannot and it is scary
Tigger If it isn't white it is not a birddog.
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Re: Snake Protection.....what do you use?
[Re: Gillium]
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04/06/18 11:38 PM
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Certain things I can’t hear. A rattler buzzing is one of them. I can see their tail shaking but can’t hear sounds of that pitch. Never wear my hearing aids in the woods. They’re too dang expensive to take a chance on losing them.
Without a sense of urgency, nothing ever happens.
Boy, if I say "sic em", you'd better look for something to bite. Sam Shelley, Rancher Muleshoe Texas 1892-1985 RIP
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Re: Snake Protection.....what do you use?
[Re: Gillium]
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04/12/18 12:25 PM
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I’d be more worried about your hands and arms than your legs, just pay attention to what you’re doing and you’ll be fine. Most snakes will get out of dodge when you start kicking and shaking brush or barn tin
"Life is hard; it's harder if you're stupid."
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Re: Snake Protection.....what do you use?
[Re: Gillium]
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05/13/18 01:03 AM
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I plan on buying snake gaiters from turtleskin.com expensive but if they can last for years I think they will be worth it.
When you wear a size 17 shoe it is tough to find snake boots. These gaiters look to be the answer especially since they have the larger size.
heck its tough just to find a good pair of boots to be honest.
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Re: Snake Protection.....what do you use?
[Re: Gillium]
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05/14/18 06:50 PM
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Those turtleskin gaiters are HEAVY and HOT!
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Re: Snake Protection.....what do you use?
[Re: Gillium]
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06/14/18 09:54 PM
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I can definitely see them causing your legs to sweat especially in the summer when you will be wearing them but at 6 oz a piece I dont see how that is very heavy at all. That sounds extremely light to me.
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Re: Snake Protection.....what do you use?
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I have stepped on 2 rattlesnakes in my life and nearly got bit by one that was hiding under salt grass. I agree with some that you don't need protection if you just stay alert but I wear waterproof snake boots just for a peace of mind.
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Re: Snake Protection.....what do you use?
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07/09/18 12:25 AM
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I have stepped on 2 rattlesnakes in my life and nearly got bit by one that was hiding under salt grass. I agree with some that you don't need protection if you just stay alert but I wear waterproof snake boots just for a peace of mind. This.
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Re: Snake Protection.....what do you use?
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07/12/18 02:02 PM
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In the market for some new gaiters since I hate snake boots. Leaning toward turtle skins but I saw a set from Australia/NZ that drew my eye. Anyone know anything about Hunters Element Venom Gaiters?
My concern would be it was only tested on Aussie snakes which have smaller fangs than a rattler (more in line with cottonmouths)
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Re: Snake Protection.....what do you use?
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07/13/18 10:17 PM
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I have put my Lacrosse snake boots through hell and they hold up, comfortable as well. I loved my Lacrosse snake boots until the sole separated on one while night hunting, had to ductape them, they were only a year old. They are lightweight and the most comfortable boot I've ever worn, a little warm in the summer, but not too bad. Just wish they were better made, most shoes and boots made in China these days are falling apart at the sole prematurely, (cheap glue).
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