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Title: A lurker no more
Post by: Megan on September 11, 2014, 03:34:31 PM
Hey there,

I've been a lurker on the forum for a while now.
One of Grant's posts about the Biolite Stove enticed me to post. Although I am sure I will still do more lurking than posting.

the big question is; has Grant gotten you into carrying a multitool and, if so, which one?

Oh, and welcome to the forum. :cheers:

I always have my Leatherman Freestyle in my purse. I find it to be quite useful day-to-day. I also carry a Swiss army knife in there daily- it's a Silvertech Climber by Victorinox.

I work inside, so I try my best to spend as much time outside as possible on the weekends. I am really into camping, fishing, kayaking and archery. I also enjoy outdoor cooking, grilling and smoking. 'Outdoors' - seems to be the theme I guess.

I am certainly not a collector- but I tend to be interested in gadgets and tools that go along with my activities. I wear a Boker canoe/kayak knife when paddling etc. I was always the kid growing up who had a knife or tool on them.

-Megan
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: Zed on September 11, 2014, 03:47:50 PM
Welcome Megan  :cheers: no more lurking plz  :tu:
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: Aloha on September 11, 2014, 03:51:31 PM
Greetings and Welcome,  glad to see another woman join the fray.  With Grant as a friend you wont be short of tools to try before you buy.
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: zoidberg on September 11, 2014, 03:57:21 PM
Glad you decided to post, its nice to have you here.  :cheers:
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: Mr. Whippy on September 11, 2014, 04:03:40 PM
Welcome. My wife is the same way.  She loves gadgets, but isn't a collector.  What's your stance on flashlights?  My wife didn't really think much about them, until I gave her a SS Maratac 1XAAA.  Now, she's never without one.  ;)
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: detron on September 11, 2014, 04:05:16 PM
welcome,  and thanks for posting and letting us know about you. 

join in the fun,  we are a polite bunch, and very giving group.
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: ducttapetech on September 11, 2014, 04:09:35 PM
Hello and welcome to MTO.

Nate

Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: styx on September 11, 2014, 04:10:30 PM
welcome Megan
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: Taxi Dad on September 11, 2014, 04:24:45 PM
welcome again Megan
 :worthless:
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: Megan on September 11, 2014, 04:33:39 PM
Welcome. My wife is the same way.  She loves gadgets, but isn't a collector.  What's your stance on flashlights?  My wife didn't really think much about them, until I gave her a SS Maratac 1XAAA.  Now, she's never without one.  ;)

Truthfully, I haven't thought much about them. Now you have me googling. What is it about that one that she loves?

welcome again Megan
 :worthless:
Yeah, yeah.  ::)
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: kirk13 on September 11, 2014, 05:04:17 PM
 :2tu:

Hi Megan!
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: derekmac on September 11, 2014, 05:05:59 PM
welcome again Megan
 :worthless:
Way to be subtle. :facepalm:         :rofl:

With Grant as a friend...
Nothing good usually comes after that!  :ahhh  :D

Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: enki_ck on September 11, 2014, 05:11:10 PM
And again welcome. :waving:

Sounds like a good kit, but we'll have to find you a nice flashlight.

Would you like something for the keyring or purse, twist to turn on or a clicky switch? :)

Welcome. My wife is the same way.  She loves gadgets, but isn't a collector.  ...

Your wife's non-collection would put a few guys collections to shame. ;) I know we have a few threads here with her secret stashes, CV Pocketwrenches and blue Juices. :)
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: Mr. Whippy on September 11, 2014, 05:13:24 PM
Welcome. My wife is the same way.  She loves gadgets, but isn't a collector.  What's your stance on flashlights?  My wife didn't really think much about them, until I gave her a SS Maratac 1XAAA.  Now, she's never without one.  ;)

Truthfully, I haven't thought much about them. Now you have me googling. What is it about that one that she loves?


Tiny, powerful and easy to use.  Extremely handy to find things you drop under the seat of your car, or buried deep in a purse (or slipped under a couch/bed etc).  Not much bigger than a single AAA battery.
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: Mr. Whippy on September 11, 2014, 05:14:10 PM

Welcome. My wife is the same way.  She loves gadgets, but isn't a collector.  ...

Your wife's non-collection would put a few guys collections to shame. ;) I know we have a few threads here with her secret stashes, CV Pocketwrenches and blue Juices. :)

Hush you!  :twak:

 :D
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: MadPlumbarian on September 11, 2014, 05:14:42 PM
Welcome aboard Megan, :D JR
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: Megan on September 11, 2014, 05:42:03 PM
And again welcome. :waving:

Sounds like a good kit, but we'll have to find you a nice flashlight.

Would you like something for the keyring or purse, twist to turn on or a clicky switch? :)


I have a black CRKT NIRK knife and a little pink Generation 2 SOG Micro Tool Clip along with a few other things I suppose.
I would probably want something that could go on my key ring with a clicky switch. Any suggestions?

Welcome. My wife is the same way.  She loves gadgets, but isn't a collector.  What's your stance on flashlights?  My wife didn't really think much about them, until I gave her a SS Maratac 1XAAA.  Now, she's never without one.  ;)

Truthfully, I haven't thought much about them. Now you have me googling. What is it about that one that she loves?


Tiny, powerful and easy to use.  Extremely handy to find things you drop under the seat of your car, or buried deep in a purse (or slipped under a couch/bed etc).  Not much bigger than a single AAA battery.


Nice, I'll look into that one.
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: JAfromMn on September 11, 2014, 05:54:28 PM
Welcome .

We need more women here I'm glad to see you join us Megan :tu:

Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: enki_ck on September 11, 2014, 05:55:04 PM
And again welcome. :waving:

Sounds like a good kit, but we'll have to find you a nice flashlight.

Would you like something for the keyring or purse, twist to turn on or a clicky switch? :)


I have a black CRKT NIRK knife and a little pink Generation 2 SOG Micro Tool Clip along with a few other things I suppose.
I would probably want something that could go on my key ring with a clicky switch. Any suggestions?


AAA powered with a clicky switch might be a bit dificult as most of them come with a twisty interface.

Maybe the Lumintop Tool, http://www.ebay.com/itm/321104640646

Don't have one yet, but there are some members here who do so they might give you some more first hand knowledge on them.

Clickies are always a bit larger/longer cause of the extra space for the switch at the back.
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: Crow on September 11, 2014, 06:00:05 PM
Welcome from Finland.

Glad you found this great place.

You carry two of my favourites, Freestyle and Climber.  :tu: How long have you carried them?

Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: VictorLouis on September 11, 2014, 06:58:25 PM
Megan, you haven't mentioned if you're single.....just sayin..... :whistle:





 :climber:
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: sir_mike on September 11, 2014, 07:01:03 PM
Welcome to the forum Megan!  :salute:
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: Monrogue on September 11, 2014, 07:04:10 PM
Welcome to the madhouse Megan :cheers:  I hope you post more than you lurk :tu:
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: detron on September 11, 2014, 07:18:58 PM
And again welcome. :waving:

Sounds like a good kit, but we'll have to find you a nice flashlight.

Would you like something for the keyring or purse, twist to turn on or a clicky switch? :)

Welcome. My wife is the same way.  She loves gadgets, but isn't a collector.  ...

Your wife's non-collection would put a few guys collections to shame. ;) I know we have a few threads here with her secret stashes, CV Pocketwrenches and blue Juices. :)

 :rofl:
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: Megan on September 11, 2014, 07:52:24 PM
Welcome from Finland.

Glad you found this great place.

You carry two of my favourites, Freestyle and Climber.  :tu: How long have you carried them?

Thanks!
I've only carried those two for a few months now. I use the Freestyle more than anything. Mostly for the knife I suppose.
The Freestyle has easily become a favourite.

Megan, you haven't mentioned if you're single.....just sayin..... :whistle:
;)
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: pfrsantos on September 11, 2014, 08:05:22 PM
Nice choice of tools. Climber, CRKT.
 :salute: :tu:

One question for you: long, recurve or compound?

(I can just hear your thoughts, guys... It's not that!)
 :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:

Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: Breezy12 on September 11, 2014, 08:18:55 PM
welcome to the forum, Megan! :waving:

I'll go ahead and add some fuel to the fire and suggest a couple other lights for you. :D my wife carries a LED Lenser P3 AFS (single AAA, clicky) in her purse and loves it. (she also recently admitted that she uses it far more than she thought she would when I suggested she keep it in her purse.) I pocket carry an Olight i3s (single AAA, twisty) and love the versatility provided by the UI.

you'll find plenty of people here who are more then willing to help you find tools/knives/lights that you "need". ;)
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: pfrsantos on September 11, 2014, 08:25:53 PM
welcome,  and thanks for posting and letting us know about you. 

join in the fun,  we are a polite bunch, and very giving group.

Yes, very polite. See how polite detron is:

Compliments You Give That Are Actually Creepy (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QYlNcD5gGn0#ws)

 :D :D :D :D
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: Megan on September 11, 2014, 08:38:20 PM
Nice choice of tools. Climber, CRKT.
 :salute: :tu:

One question for you: long, recurve or compound?

(I can just hear your thoughts, guys... It's not that!)
 :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:

Ha!
I shoot a Mathews compound bow.
However, after visiting an outdoor show on the weekend and playing around with a recurve- I want one of those too.

welcome to the forum, Megan! :waving:

I'll go ahead and add some fuel to the fire and suggest a couple other lights for you. :D my wife carries a LED Lenser P3 AFS (single AAA, clicky) in her purse and loves it. (she also recently admitted that she uses it far more than she thought she would when I suggested she keep it in her purse.) I pocket carry an Olight i3s (single AAA, twisty) and love the versatility provided by the UI.

you'll find plenty of people here who are more then willing to help you find tools/knives/lights that you "need". ;)

Thanks! I will have to look into those ones too.
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: Syph007 on September 11, 2014, 08:41:05 PM
And again welcome. :waving:

Sounds like a good kit, but we'll have to find you a nice flashlight.

Would you like something for the keyring or purse, twist to turn on or a clicky switch? :)


I have a black CRKT NIRK knife and a little pink Generation 2 SOG Micro Tool Clip along with a few other things I suppose.
I would probably want something that could go on my key ring with a clicky switch. Any suggestions?


AAA powered with a clicky switch might be a bit dificult as most of them come with a twisty interface.

Maybe the Lumintop Tool, http://www.ebay.com/itm/321104640646

Don't have one yet, but there are some members here who do so they might give you some more first hand knowledge on them.

Clickies are always a bit larger/longer cause of the extra space for the switch at the back.

Yes! Of all the AAA clicky ones you recommended me to try, the lumintop is my favorite.
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: pfrsantos on September 11, 2014, 08:43:55 PM
Good idea. Compound may be more forgiving and not so demanding technically but recurve helps you correct your stance and release.

 :cheers: :tu:
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: comis on September 11, 2014, 08:48:32 PM
Welcome to MT.O! :cheers:

From your description, I think you just find a new home on internet.  :tu:



And again welcome. :waving:

Sounds like a good kit, but we'll have to find you a nice flashlight.

Would you like something for the keyring or purse, twist to turn on or a clicky switch? :)


I have a black CRKT NIRK knife and a little pink Generation 2 SOG Micro Tool Clip along with a few other things I suppose.
I would probably want something that could go on my key ring with a clicky switch. Any suggestions?


AAA powered with a clicky switch might be a bit dificult as most of them come with a twisty interface.

Maybe the Lumintop Tool, http://www.ebay.com/itm/321104640646

Don't have one yet, but there are some members here who do so they might give you some more first hand knowledge on them.

Clickies are always a bit larger/longer cause of the extra space for the switch at the back.

Yes! Of all the AAA clicky ones you recommended me to try, the lumintop is my favorite.

I was just ready to tell our newbie it's probably best to stay away from all the tools forum, so she won't "turned".  I can't believe you guys got me start looking at 'lumintop', even in the welcome forum. :facepalm: :D
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: Grathr on September 11, 2014, 08:49:07 PM
Welcome!



Sent from a device made from star dust using tapatalk
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: ducttapetech on September 11, 2014, 08:50:54 PM
She will be 'turned' to the darkside soon enough.......
Mawahahahahaha!

Nate

Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: Megan on September 11, 2014, 09:52:09 PM
Good idea. Compound may be more forgiving and not so demanding technically but recurve helps you correct your stance and release.

 :cheers: :tu:

I've only recently given in to using a release with the bow. Still getting the hang of that. And I feel very disconnected now. I think that's why I loved the recurve so much last weekend. You're so connected.
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: Taxi Dad on September 11, 2014, 10:01:39 PM
10 posts in one day  :sa:
at that rate you'll be in our 'special club' by Xmas !
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: Lichtbote on September 11, 2014, 10:13:19 PM
While iprefer clickies on my bigger torches, i can live with twisties on my small flashlights.

And i can´t mention enough how much i like the last 2 i bought - the Fenix E05 2014.

I love the 3 light modes - starts with low and goes up from there 8/27/80 lumen.
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: zoidberg on September 12, 2014, 01:02:37 AM
10 posts in one day  :sa:
at that rate you'll be in our 'special club' by Xmas !

Her post rate is higher than mine.  :ahhh
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: derekmac on September 12, 2014, 12:30:27 PM
10 posts in one day  :sa:
at that rate you'll be in our 'special club' by Xmas !

Her post rate is higher than mine.  :ahhh
:ahhh    :D
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: pfrsantos on September 12, 2014, 12:59:39 PM
10 posts in one day  :sa:
at that rate you'll be in our 'special club' by Xmas !

Her post rate is higher than mine.  :ahhh

(http://cdn.memegenerator.net/instances/250x250/48850807.jpg)

 :whistle:
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: derekmac on September 12, 2014, 01:04:23 PM
10 posts in one day  :sa:
at that rate you'll be in our 'special club' by Xmas !

Her post rate is higher than mine.  :ahhh

(http://cdn.memegenerator.net/instances/250x250/48850807.jpg)

 :whistle:
We're quick with our fingers. :pok:
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: bmot on September 12, 2014, 01:16:21 PM
Welcome to the slippery slope  :D :D :D


For a AAA flashlight with a clicky, have a look at the Fenix LD02, too, I really like that one :)
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: zoidberg on September 12, 2014, 01:16:48 PM
10 posts in one day  :sa:
at that rate you'll be in our 'special club' by Xmas !

Her post rate is higher than mine.  :ahhh

(http://cdn.memegenerator.net/instances/250x250/48850807.jpg)

 :whistle:
We're quick with our fingers. :pok:
:facepalm:
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: ducttapetech on September 12, 2014, 01:31:19 PM
Annnnnnddddd...... I'm gonna leave that one alone.

Nate

Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: zoidberg on September 12, 2014, 02:33:49 PM
 :rofl:  Thats probably a good idea.
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: Megan on September 12, 2014, 04:27:27 PM
While iprefer clickies on my bigger torches, i can live with twisties on my small flashlights.

And i can´t mention enough how much i like the last 2 i bought - the Fenix E05 2014.

I love the 3 light modes - starts with low and goes up from there 8/27/80 lumen.

Thanks! That's helpful.
So many to try out now!
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: Mr. Whippy on September 12, 2014, 04:40:16 PM
Nice choice of tools. Climber, CRKT.
 :salute: :tu:

One question for you: long, recurve or compound?

(I can just hear your thoughts, guys... It's not that!)
 :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:


Ha!
I shoot a Mathews compound bow.
However, after visiting an outdoor show on the weekend and playing around with a recurve- I want one of those too.



Crossbow ftw.    Compound crossbow for when you really want it dead.
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: Megan on September 12, 2014, 04:49:05 PM
Nice choice of tools. Climber, CRKT.
 :salute: :tu:

One question for you: long, recurve or compound?

(I can just hear your thoughts, guys... It's not that!)
 :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:


Ha!
I shoot a Mathews compound bow.
However, after visiting an outdoor show on the weekend and playing around with a recurve- I want one of those too.



Crossbow ftw.    Compound crossbow for when you really want it dead.

I think I love that it takes more skill to shoot a recurve.
I haven't shot a crossbow yet- maybe I'll change my mind.
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: Mr. Whippy on September 12, 2014, 05:44:48 PM
Nice choice of tools. Climber, CRKT.
 :salute: :tu:

One question for you: long, recurve or compound?

(I can just hear your thoughts, guys... It's not that!)
 :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:


Ha!
I shoot a Mathews compound bow.
However, after visiting an outdoor show on the weekend and playing around with a recurve- I want one of those too.



Crossbow ftw.    Compound crossbow for when you really want it dead.

I think I love that it takes more skill to shoot a recurve.
I haven't shot a crossbow yet- maybe I'll change my mind.

Certainly requires less skill to shoot a crossbow.  But higher bolt speeds, higher energy hits and greater scope options makes them a bit more lethal--so good for deer hunting.
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: pfrsantos on September 12, 2014, 06:10:31 PM
Would love to try one of these:

(http://www.libertyarchery.com/images/Full-Draw4-3-in.gif)

 :tu: :tu:
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: Breezy12 on September 12, 2014, 07:18:41 PM
Nice choice of tools. Climber, CRKT.
 :salute: :tu:

One question for you: long, recurve or compound?

(I can just hear your thoughts, guys... It's not that!)
 :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:


Ha!
I shoot a Mathews compound bow.
However, after visiting an outdoor show on the weekend and playing around with a recurve- I want one of those too.



Crossbow ftw.    Compound crossbow for when you really want it dead.

I think I love that it takes more skill to shoot a recurve.
I haven't shot a crossbow yet- maybe I'll change my mind.

totally agree with you on that one! I'm more accurate with a compound, but shooting a recurve is much more satisfying. :)
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: Corwyn on September 12, 2014, 07:40:36 PM
Regular Joe joins forum: 15 replies 150 views, pretty lady joins forum: 50 replies 550 views...  :whistle:

Anyway hi Megan and welcome to the nuthouse. Hold on to your wallet, for the next shiney is always nicer than the one you have  :P
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: Megan on September 12, 2014, 07:47:15 PM
Would love to try one of these:

(http://www.libertyarchery.com/images/Full-Draw4-3-in.gif)

 :tu: :tu:

Whoa- that's really interesting. Where the heck do I find this one?  :drool:

Nice choice of tools. Climber, CRKT.
 :salute: :tu:

One question for you: long, recurve or compound?

(I can just hear your thoughts, guys... It's not that!)
 :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:


Ha!
I shoot a Mathews compound bow.
However, after visiting an outdoor show on the weekend and playing around with a recurve- I want one of those too.



Crossbow ftw.    Compound crossbow for when you really want it dead.

I think I love that it takes more skill to shoot a recurve.
I haven't shot a crossbow yet- maybe I'll change my mind.

totally agree with you on that one! I'm more accurate with a compound, but shooting a recurve is much more satisfying. :)

I'm thinking the compound will always be more accurate for easily identifiable yardage- and the recurve for everything in between :)
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: comis on September 12, 2014, 07:55:26 PM
Regular Joe joins forum: 15 replies 150 views, pretty lady joins forum: 50 replies 550 views...  :whistle:

Anyway hi Megan and welcome to the nuthouse. Hold on to your wallet, for the next shiney is always nicer than the one you have  :P

On that note, we did break into 2nd page of posts and I am already sensing a new fan club is brewing!  :D
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: enki_ck on September 12, 2014, 08:07:27 PM
Regular Joe joins forum: 15 replies 150 views, pretty lady joins forum: 50 replies 550 views...  :whistle:

Anyway hi Megan and welcome to the nuthouse. Hold on to your wallet, for the next shiney is always nicer than the one you have  :P

On that note, we did break into 2nd page of posts and I am already sensing a new fan club is brewing!  :D

We're hoping she has more pictures of Grant in a dress or other embarrassing pictures. >:D

(http://gallery.multitool.org/pbmirror/Personal/200807190326.jpg)
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: Megan on September 12, 2014, 08:09:27 PM
Regular Joe joins forum: 15 replies 150 views, pretty lady joins forum: 50 replies 550 views...  :whistle:

Anyway hi Megan and welcome to the nuthouse. Hold on to your wallet, for the next shiney is always nicer than the one you have  :P

On that note, we did break into 2nd page of posts and I am already sensing a new fan club is brewing!  :D

We're hoping she has more pictures of Grant in a dress or other embarrassing pictures. >:D

(http://gallery.multitool.org/pbmirror/Personal/200807190326.jpg)
Ah yes- this one I have seen.
I will make this my mission. I'll see what I can do. He'll never see it coming... >:D >:D
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: derekmac on September 12, 2014, 08:11:17 PM
Regular Joe joins forum: 15 replies 150 views, pretty lady joins forum: 50 replies 550 views...  :whistle:

Anyway hi Megan and welcome to the nuthouse. Hold on to your wallet, for the next shiney is always nicer than the one you have  :P

On that note, we did break into 2nd page of posts and I am already sensing a new fan club is brewing!  :D

We're hoping she has more pictures of Grant in a dress or other embarrassing pictures. >:D

Ah yes- this one I have seen.
I will make this my mission. I'll see what I can do. He'll never see it coming... >:D >:D
I have a feeling you're going to fit right in here!!  >:D
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: Lichtbote on September 12, 2014, 08:57:42 PM
Hmm, Crossbow - once i bought me a Horten Safari to slaughter it.

The last pic is what it will be some day, when i have gathered all needed parts (another hobby of me).  :think:


From the buy i still have 10-12 bolts and the big padded carrier bag, thinking to buy me a crossbow just for some shooting in my garden. But i´m not sure how long  i might be excited with it, and when it gets boring (no club or shooting range for crossbows here).
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: Megan on September 12, 2014, 09:06:09 PM
Hmm, Crossbow - once i bought me a Horten Safari to slaughter it.

The last pic is what it will be some day, when i have gathered all needed parts (another hobby of me).  :think:


From the buy i still have 10-12 bolts and the big padded carrier bag, thinking to buy me a crossbow just for some shooting in my garden. But i´m not sure how long  i might be excited with it, and when it gets boring (no club or shooting range for crossbows here).

Erstaunlich!

That's so cool.
It can be tricky around here to find a place to shoot crossbows too. Not allowed on gun nights and not allowed on archery nights! I've never fired one before.
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: Lichtbote on September 12, 2014, 09:23:54 PM
I love StarWars, and for a fan like me it´s absolutely great to have a movie prop (replica) that was build from the same original parts as the ones used for the movies.  :drool:

But you would wonder how many hatred you can get from the collectors of old camera equipment, guns, or whatever was used, when they notice that you buy one of the items they are also searching for  :o  - to disassemble it and "only" use parts to build a movie prop. :think:


I think one prob with the crossbows is their power - they might just go through a target that was made to stop the arrow shot by a bow. Not the safest thing ....
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: Megan on September 12, 2014, 09:27:42 PM
Too bad for them- it's pretty neat.
Yeah, you need special targets for crossbows. They massacre the ones we use for our compound bows.
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: Mr. Whippy on September 12, 2014, 10:09:40 PM
Bales of hay on end with dense blue foam insulation behind will stop mine. 385 FPS.  Carbon Express CX2:

(http://i190.photobucket.com/albums/z231/bluebadger88/misc/20140816_144817_zps4zgv8baw.jpg) (http://s190.photobucket.com/user/bluebadger88/media/misc/20140816_144817_zps4zgv8baw.jpg.html) 
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: Grant Lamontagne on September 13, 2014, 11:58:50 PM
Nice setup there Nate!

I love crossbows.  :D

Def

Sent from a digital multitool

Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: captain spaulding on September 14, 2014, 12:07:54 AM
I'm a little late to the party, but welcome aboard Megan. Glad to have you.   :tu:
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: Huntsman on September 14, 2014, 12:24:26 AM
Regular Joe joins forum: 15 replies 150 views, pretty lady joins forum: 50 replies 550 views...  :whistle:
I did have that thought myself  :o
However - There is a lot of 'legitimate' chat going on in this thread about flashlights and archery.
So my other thought was it should all be in its own thread.

Anyway welcome Megan - I enjoyed reading the thread so far - as these two topics are ones I know nothing about - being a SAK and multitool guy!!
Big  :tu: to your hobbies!!
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: enki_ck on September 14, 2014, 12:34:03 AM
Regular Joe joins forum: 15 replies 150 views, pretty lady joins forum: 50 replies 550 views...  :whistle:
I did have that thought myself  :o
However - There is a lot of 'legitimate' chat going on in this thread about flashlights and archery.
So my other thought was it should all be in its own thread.

Anyway welcome Megan - I enjoyed reading the thread so far - as these two topics are ones I know nothing about - being a SAK and multitool guy!!
Big  :tu: to your hobbies!!

Maybe, but that's just our way of making you guys read all the threads on MTO, as you never know what interesting info you might find in a breakroom, newbie or any other board. >:D
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: Monrogue on September 14, 2014, 03:47:52 AM
Very true Enki, and one of the many reasons this place rules :tu:
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: Aloha on September 14, 2014, 03:55:07 AM
Would love to try one of these:

(http://www.libertyarchery.com/images/Full-Draw4-3-in.gif)

 :tu: :tu:

Whoa- that's really interesting. Where the heck do I find this one?  :drool:

Nice choice of tools. Climber, CRKT.
 :salute: :tu:

One question for you: long, recurve or compound?

(I can just hear your thoughts, guys... It's not that!)
 :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:


Ha!
I shoot a Mathews compound bow.
However, after visiting an outdoor show on the weekend and playing around with a recurve- I want one of those too.



Crossbow ftw.    Compound crossbow for when you really want it dead.

I think I love that it takes more skill to shoot a recurve.
I haven't shot a crossbow yet- maybe I'll change my mind.

totally agree with you on that one! I'm more accurate with a compound, but shooting a recurve is much more satisfying. :)

I'm thinking the compound will always be more accurate for easily identifiable yardage- and the recurve for everything in between :)

This guy oddly looks like Mike Ditka
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: DazMechanical on September 14, 2014, 09:55:07 AM
Welcome from Australia  :D
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: Rux on September 14, 2014, 02:04:56 PM
Late to the party, but welcome Megan.
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: Grant Lamontagne on September 14, 2014, 06:48:30 PM
I'm going to get in trouble for posting these without permission, but as you can see we had some fun yesterday!

Def

Sent from my smurfing hunk of techno sorcery

Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: Grant Lamontagne on September 14, 2014, 06:49:23 PM
Proof that she shot it and didn't just pose.

Def

Sent from my smurfing hunk of techno sorcery

Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: Grant Lamontagne on September 14, 2014, 06:50:16 PM
When we ran out of arrows we had some different shooting fun.  :D

Def

Sent from my smurfing hunk of techno sorcery

Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: Grant Lamontagne on September 14, 2014, 06:50:49 PM
And when the slingshot got old....

Def

Sent from my smurfing hunk of techno sorcery

Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: Grant Lamontagne on September 14, 2014, 06:51:43 PM
And some Freestyle action!  Hey, don't shoot what you aren't going to eat, right?  :D

Def

Sent from my smurfing hunk of techno sorcery

Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: Rux on September 14, 2014, 06:56:18 PM
I love wrist rockets! I have to fight the urge to buy one anytime I visit Walmart.
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: Grant Lamontagne on September 14, 2014, 07:26:09 PM
We had some great shots with the wrist rocket/slingshot/catapult.

While arrow might have gone all the way through and the air pistol was the most accurate, the giant stone holes, occasionally with stones sticking out were perhaps the most dramatic.  :D

Def

Sent from my smurfing hunk of techno sorcery

Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: AimlessWanderer on September 14, 2014, 07:45:03 PM
Regular Joe joins forum: 15 replies 150 views, pretty lady joins forum: 50 replies 550 views...  :whistle:

Anyway hi Megan and welcome to the nuthouse. Hold on to your wallet, for the next shiney is always nicer than the one you have  :P

I wondered why this introduction thread looked popular  :D
Welcome aboard Megan  :cheers: Sorry to hear Grant plagues you in real life  :P :D :D

Recurve over compound for me. I don't have one, just a longbow (well, flatbow actually). Never tried compound as I don't hunt, and it doesn't "feel right" to me for archery to be high tech unless you're hunting  :think: I did consider getting a traditional one piece recurve bow .... but never got round to it
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: Cupboard on September 14, 2014, 09:20:48 PM
the only reason I read it is that I noticed a lot of different name on the latest post tab and came to investigate what all the fuss was about.

Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: comis on September 14, 2014, 09:25:14 PM
And some Freestyle action!  Hey, don't shoot what you aren't going to eat, right?  :D

Def

Sent from my smurfing hunk of techno sorcery



Looks like a fun weekend hunting water melons!   :tu: :D
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: Megan on September 14, 2014, 09:43:59 PM
Aaaggh- more pictures. :facepalm:

Thanks guys!
Shooting stones at the watermelons with the sling shot was by far the most satisfying.
What a thud.
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: DazMechanical on September 15, 2014, 12:17:42 AM
Wow Megan, looks like you guys had a lot of fun out there :tu:
those pictures are great :D
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: Huntsman on September 15, 2014, 03:05:08 PM
And when the slingshot got old....
Def
Sent from my smurfing hunk of techno sorcery

Hey Def - Great to see a photo of your beautiful .......... set of wheels
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: pfrsantos on September 15, 2014, 04:19:27 PM
There's a lot a interesting things in (modern) archery. I stumbled upon that image while browsing for compound photos.

http://www.libertyarchery.com/


You can find a Reverse Energy Bow:

(http://lukovi.com/fotke/reverse_energy_bow.jpg)

(http://lukovi.com/fotke/reverse.jpg)


I'd really like to try the Barnett Vengeance:

(http://www.barnettcrossbows.com/sites/default/files/vengeance_right_front.png)

 :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool:
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: Megan on September 15, 2014, 04:29:18 PM
Those are crazy.
Thanks for showing me. I've never even shot a crossbow before.
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: Taxi Dad on September 16, 2014, 01:23:07 PM
this is fast becoming my favourite thread  :D
babes and crossbows what's not to like ? (we just need more pics  :drool:)
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: pfrsantos on September 16, 2014, 01:34:16 PM
this is fast becoming my favourite thread  :D
babes and crossbows what's not to like ? (we just need more pics  :drool:)

Yeah, someone new to climb over to get to Kirky...

 :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: Taxi Dad on September 16, 2014, 01:36:54 PM
am I ever going to live that down ?  ::)
 :rofl:
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: zoidberg on September 16, 2014, 01:56:16 PM
am I ever going to live that down ?  ::)
 :rofl:

 :rofl:   I think not.  :rofl:
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: Corwyn on September 16, 2014, 02:25:37 PM
babes and crossbows what's not to like ? (we just need more pics  :drool:)

Of what?  ::)
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: pfrsantos on September 16, 2014, 04:11:14 PM
am I ever going to live that down ?  ::)
 :rofl:

Here, I just got your new avatar:

 :D :D :D :D
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: Taxi Dad on September 16, 2014, 05:11:52 PM
 :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: Chako on September 29, 2014, 12:42:16 PM
Looks like I may have to come in here more often.

I have a Liberty 1 for several years now, It is my outdoor companion for when I shoot the outdoor range at the local club. I love this bow. Very flat and fast, but the arrows do tend to lose momentum past 45 yards...which is no big deal on an outdoor range.

Well worth a try...only issue, it must be custom made to your specifications. Here are some shots taken today.

(http://i145.photobucket.com/albums/r207/Chako_photo/Chako_photo002/IMG_6217small_zps53313189.jpg) (http://s145.photobucket.com/user/Chako_photo/media/Chako_photo002/IMG_6217small_zps53313189.jpg.html)

(http://i145.photobucket.com/albums/r207/Chako_photo/Chako_photo002/IMG_6220small_zps5a98f7e4.jpg) (http://s145.photobucket.com/user/Chako_photo/media/Chako_photo002/IMG_6220small_zps5a98f7e4.jpg.html)

Oh and welcome to the forums Megan.  :salute:
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: Megan on September 29, 2014, 06:03:13 PM
Wow, that's a neat, small bow.
I've never seen one like it before.

My Matthews' bow is small for a compound- and mine would look massive up against that. So interesting.
I did a quick search and some people are hunting with it. Most people are taking down deer/bears at a fairly close range. So really anything below 45yards isn't too bad at all.

Thanks for showing me!
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: Chako on September 29, 2014, 08:32:03 PM
You are welcome. My main bow is an APA black Mamba in red flame. I do not hunt.  :salute:

Here is an old thread I created when I first got the APA bow.

http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,12256.msg228093.html#msg228093

 :salute:

EDIT: LOL, I just Googled APA Black Mamba MX1, and up came my photos.  :facepalm:  :)
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: Etherealicer on October 09, 2014, 03:10:44 PM
How, did I miss this thread... maybe because I've been on holidays too much :D

Too late to say hello, so Congratz on becoming an Administrator :salute:

 :b2t:
The topic was crossbows, right?
I always liked the Twinbow II
TWINBOW II in 100 Seconds 6 Arrows (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XTHazFZil1A#)
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: Megan on October 09, 2014, 03:14:15 PM
Thanks
That's pretty crazy. I've never actually shot a cross bow.
One of these days. I'm addicted to target sports in general.
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: Taxi Dad on October 09, 2014, 03:15:52 PM
"ADMINISTRATOR" !!! already  :o
it's WHOyou know in this life eh  ::) lol
does that mean we have stop with the sexual harassment now ?  :whistle:
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: enki_ck on October 09, 2014, 03:25:46 PM
How, did I miss this thread... maybe because I've been on holidays too much :D

Too late to say hello, so Congratz on becoming an Administrator :salute:

...

Yup, she'll be helping us out a bit.

http://www.multitool.org/contact.html
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: Grant Lamontagne on October 09, 2014, 05:34:05 PM
Announcement made:

http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,55053.0.html

"ADMINISTRATOR" !!! already  :o
it's WHOyou know in this life eh  ::) lol
does that mean we have stop with the sexual harassment now ?  :whistle:

That is the general rule... but in most cases knowing me is usually a punishment for something horrific done in a past life!  :P

Def
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: pfrsantos on October 09, 2014, 05:51:04 PM
"ADMINISTRATOR" !!! already  :o
it's WHOyou know in this life eh  ::) lol
does that mean we have stop with the sexual harassment now ?  :whistle:

Stop?! You mean there was some going on?! I DIDN'T GET ANY!!!!
 :rant: :rant: :rant: :rant:
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: Mr. Whippy on October 09, 2014, 06:16:35 PM
That Twin Bow is pretty awesome.  Are they still making those?
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: derekmac on October 09, 2014, 07:48:09 PM
"ADMINISTRATOR" !!! already  :o
it's WHOyou know in this life eh  ::) lol
does that mean we have stop with the sexual harassment now ?  :whistle:

Stop?! You mean there was some going on?! I DIDN'T GET ANY!!!!
 :rant: :rant: :rant: :rant:
I'm sure if you ask Stew nicely, he might provide some for you.  :pok:  :rofl:
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: pfrsantos on October 09, 2014, 07:50:52 PM
"ADMINISTRATOR" !!! already  :o
it's WHOyou know in this life eh  ::) lol
does that mean we have stop with the sexual harassment now ?  :whistle:

Stop?! You mean there was some going on?! I DIDN'T GET ANY!!!!
 :rant: :rant: :rant: :rant:
I'm sure if you ask Stew nicely, he might provide some for you.  :pok:  :rofl:

Yeah, all I hear these days about him is like:
"Hey, Stew! Nice RAK, man!"

 :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: Etherealicer on October 09, 2014, 08:13:50 PM
"ADMINISTRATOR" !!! already  :o
it's WHOyou know in this life eh  ::) lol
does that mean we have stop with the sexual harassment now ?  :whistle:

Stop?! You mean there was some going on?! I DIDN'T GET ANY!!!!
 :rant: :rant: :rant: :rant:
I'm sure if you ask Stew nicely, he might provide some for you.  :pok:  :rofl:

Yeah, all I hear these days about him is like:
"Hey, Stew! Nice RAK, man!"

 :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:
Took me a moment... :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :tu:
Title: Re: A lurker no more
Post by: Mercury on October 12, 2014, 07:33:39 PM
I apologize for my tardiness to this party!  Welcome Megan, and congrats on making admin.