That's what playing cards in the spokes are for :Dd.g.g wrote:I think if you are attacked by a big bear while trail riding on a bike your are in for some real trouble. A bike is fast and quiet and you may stumble into a bear situation that would have been avoided by a hiker.
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Exactly what made me ask in the first place. Would need to try before I buy !d.g.g wrote:I would get whatever you can fire multiple shots with accurately. ... The Ruger Alaskan is a hummer, but can you handle it, really?
You should hear my bike - dang freewheel sounds like cards in the spokes, without having to put cards in the spokes :D And if I carry enough bear bells ... and a train whistle...d.g.g wrote:I think if you are attacked by a big bear while trail riding on a bike your are in for some real trouble. A bike is fast and quiet and you may stumble into a bear situation that would have been avoided by a hiker.
but seriously, I may reconsider the whole mtn bike thing (at least when the view is short like on single-track or forested areas).... or need to find a riding partner who I can outsprint :D
DogRun-
Have you shot a 44 mag (or 357 mag)?
I shoot an 8" Virginia Dragoon, single action, 44 mag. It is a big heavy gun but that weight helps to soak up some of the recoil. I have a hunting holster that fits across my chest with the gun riding on my side under my arm. It is a cross-draw arrangement.
http://www.singleactions.com/VADragoons.pdf
http://www.backwoodshome.com/articles2/ayoob101.html
A .357 mag is good in that you can get comfortable with it shooting .38 spcl ammo in it. The Ruger Security Six is a very nice .357 mag revolver.
http://www.attrition.org/technical/fire ... index.html
Have you shot a 44 mag (or 357 mag)?
I shoot an 8" Virginia Dragoon, single action, 44 mag. It is a big heavy gun but that weight helps to soak up some of the recoil. I have a hunting holster that fits across my chest with the gun riding on my side under my arm. It is a cross-draw arrangement.
http://www.singleactions.com/VADragoons.pdf
http://www.backwoodshome.com/articles2/ayoob101.html
A .357 mag is good in that you can get comfortable with it shooting .38 spcl ammo in it. The Ruger Security Six is a very nice .357 mag revolver.
http://www.attrition.org/technical/fire ... index.html
hi d.g.g.
Both - Ruger GP100 in .357 and Redhawk in .44mag (prob the 5" model).
They belonged to a friend, I couldn't tell you what he had loaded in 'em. I thought they were manageable, but did not shoot either very much. It was some time ago.
Most of my handgun experience is with a Glock 23 (.40 SW). I don't mind an excuse to buy another gun, but as you say, it would be silly to buy something I couldn't tolerate practicing with. I'm going to try to arrange some shooting before I decide what to do.
thanks for your advice
Both - Ruger GP100 in .357 and Redhawk in .44mag (prob the 5" model).
They belonged to a friend, I couldn't tell you what he had loaded in 'em. I thought they were manageable, but did not shoot either very much. It was some time ago.
Most of my handgun experience is with a Glock 23 (.40 SW). I don't mind an excuse to buy another gun, but as you say, it would be silly to buy something I couldn't tolerate practicing with. I'm going to try to arrange some shooting before I decide what to do.
thanks for your advice
While I can't comment on its effectiveness against bears, I'm pretty sure a 40 will work well enough on a poodle. Anyone care to try?poodle wrote:40 is not enough.
Will
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At at the risk of feeding the troll:
Didn't you learn anything from your recent suspension?
At at the risk of feeding the troll:
Didn't you learn anything from your recent suspension?
Will
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Well, I checked out the gallery... I searched every link trying to find a better picture of the young lady shown on the gallery main page. She seems a fine lass. (or my translation... a fine 'lil '***). :eek: Ooops, did I just say that?Th232 wrote:St Ives Pistol Club
At at the risk of feeding the troll:
Didn't you learn anything from your recent suspension?
Wow!
Yes, with a license, you can own a firearm and keep it at your house. Since I've just turned 18, I'm now getting my cat H license, which allows me to use, own and store handguns. As opposed to a permit, which allows only the use of firearms. For some reason, I'm technically not allowed to buy or own ammunition with a permit, but everyone ignores that provision. Maybe in a little while I'll move on and get my high-calibre permit for IPSC. Storage can be in a safe or a display cabinet that fulfils certain criteria regarding weight, locks, and materials.poodle wrote:can you own a hand gun , and keep it at your house?
Will
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Sorry, don't know her :p Judging by the gear, that'd be E range (IPSC and related), and that picture might be from some time ago, since we've redone the place a bit since then.Trihonda wrote:Well, I checked out the gallery... I searched every link trying to find a better picture of the young lady shown on the gallery main page. She seems a fine lass. (or my translation... a fine 'lil '***). :eek: Ooops, did I just say that?
Wow!
Will
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Well...poodle wrote:what will happen if you get caught?
The police only check on you if you own a firearm. As I am still on my permit, I don't own a firearm at the moment.
They have no reason to check on me at my house (heck, I don't even drink).
Never seen a policeman at the club. If they did find me with ammunition, it's a simple case of borrowing it for use (reason for borrowing is evident).
So I don't know what will happen, but since I only have air pistol pellets at the moment, probably very little. And the chances of this happening are very slim anyway. They've got better things to do.
Will
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Sorry Poodle.. Have to call you out on this one. I think it is somewhat bad form to knock on someone because their country's laws aren't as pro-gun as ours (yes, we're generally lucky). Doing it once is bad enough, however you keep writing back to him almost rubbing it in his face?poodle wrote:can you own a hand gun , and keep it at your house?
Did Th232 do something to royally piss you off? I don't know either of you or your histories, but thats' how you're coming across. Just my two sense. Lets all just get along :)
Well, note the answers:Trihonda wrote:Sorry Poodle.. Have to call you out on this one. I think it is somewhat bad form to knock on someone because their country's laws aren't as pro-gun as ours. Doing it once is bad enough, however you keep writing back to him almost rubbing it in his face. Leave it alone. Just my two sense. Lets all just get along :)
Can we own guns: Yes
Can I use firearms: Yes
Can I own firearms: In a few months (after I get my license)
Can I own handguns: In a few months
Can I store them at my house: In a few months
Ok, I'll be generous:
Do we have a heck of a lot of hoops to jump through: Yes
Happy?
Will
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Cripes Poodle stop busting his balls. Why even participate in this forum if all you are going to do is spam 1 sentence posts of dubious merit? Go back under your bridge.
Th232 - nice looking shooting club. Wish I had one nearby because of the associated shooting events that clubs usually sponser. Of course I am lucky in that there is a outdoor range at the Wildlife Management Area just 15 minutes up the road. 5 dollar parking fee and I have access to a 100 yard range to shoot at from 9am - 5pm.
Th232 - nice looking shooting club. Wish I had one nearby because of the associated shooting events that clubs usually sponser. Of course I am lucky in that there is a outdoor range at the Wildlife Management Area just 15 minutes up the road. 5 dollar parking fee and I have access to a 100 yard range to shoot at from 9am - 5pm.
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