Fullbody bases

[Foldem]

Quick question on the fullbody motion bases for the goose decoys. Do they attach to the decoy, or are they two seperate pieces? I guess what I'm asking is if I grab a lesser sentry decoy by the head, will the base stay on the ground, or come up with the decoy?

Thanks,
Foldem

[Allan Stanley]

The base will stay on the ground.

[grenhdkilr]

Bummer and i was going to buy some but not if i got to put a base on everytime they still look nice but if we could figure out how to keep the motion bases on that would be great smile.gif

[Tom Matthews]

I am not sure you realize how simple putting the decoy on the motion base is - it requires about 2.75 seconds. No joke, we factory intall a Motion Cone to the inside the decoy. This cone resembles an upside down funnel, and it acts as a guide for the top of the motion base upright rod to follow when you place the decoy on the mation base. No flashlight required!

Like I said, it takes no time to stick a decoy on top of a motion base plus these decoys and bases take up significantly less space that decoys with permanently mounted foot bases.

[Christian Curtis]

They do come as two unattached items...

1. Decoy
2. Real-Motion Base

As tom stated, the ease of placing these dexoys as well as picking them up is unmatched. I wouldn't have them any other way. You can store so many more in the same space as you could with normal attached bases.

[Mark Brendemuehl]

grenhdkilr- Buy them brother! It will not take any more time to set up your spread than it ever has. You can set up these decoys in the dark with your eyes closed. There is no little hole to find as with the old motion stakes. I would bet in fact that you would never "miss" the cone setting it up in 10000 tries. Its that simple. And, the motion that these have is flat out awesome.
Mark

[Chris Jones]

I would bet in fact that you would never "miss" the cone setting it up in 10000 tries. Its that simple. And, the motion that these have is flat out awesome.
Mark you have never hunted with this guy if there is something that can happen... it will!! tongue.gif tongue.gif
Scott, when you called me yesterday on the phone I had you all talked into them, from now on have your wife call and order your decoys. I am sure she wouldn't change her mind as much! :D :D

[Quickshot]

I don't know what the real motion stakes look like, but are they straight? If they are the type that have the upright rod with the circle of rod at the bottom, they might be a little more difficult to haul from the trailer to the field. If you are carrying decoys, you also have to carry rods. If you put your rods out first, it is usually dark and you might have trouble finding all of them. If you are just adjusting the spread it will be a little more effort to carry decoys while picking up rods, etc. This may be what the concern above was all about. I'm sure we will adapt and whatever effort it takes to use these beautiful decoys will be worth it.
Frank

[Tony Vandemore]

Frank, the motion bases and stakes have a white end piece, shouldn't have too much trouble losing them in the dark! Thanks.

[grenhdkilr]

Hey chris i do like the decoys just wish i could grab one out of the bag and set it down dont like to half to carry a bucket for stands.and i dont beleive while ever hunting with me we had anything happen ;) i guess i will half to wait and see them when they hit the stores and make up my mind then..

P.S. Dont even tell the wife chris she thinks i am allways buyin something for hunting :D

[Jeremy Abbas]

Perfect scenario for the Avery 6 slot goose bag, both motion options can be carried right along with the bag. The stakes can be stored in one pouch with the dekes, and the stand style can be easily placed over each dekes head if the deke is inserted rearend first. Keep this in mind when making your decision.

[Rick Frisch]

We didn't want the decoy attached to the stake or base in any way. If you attach the decoy to the stake, it hinders the movement. These decoys will move with around 5 MPH wind. If they are attached it takes up to 15 MPH to get any kind of movement.

Thanks,

[Curt Wilson]

I agree with the 6 slot decoy bag idea. The slots are big enough that the decoy and both the base and stake could go in the slot. Without a base on the decoy there is more than enough room in the bag for the bases.

[Christian Curtis]

Grnhed,

WE they hit the stores, go in and check them out. Upon inspection you will see the "put out and pick up" ease that we are talking about. I really believe that you will find that they will be a necessity simply for the motion that they will give your spread.

[Foldem]

Guys, thanks for the replies.

Foldem

[Goosedad24]

I took a good look at the motion base last night at sportsmans, looks like the real deal to me!! Might get a little getting used to, not having the feet attached, but I think the benefit of motion will more than compensate for that.

[Christian Curtis]

Goose,

I agree 100%. That added motion is what it's all about.

[Curt Wilson]

I agree also guys. I will have all Pro Grades in the spread this year just for the added movement.

[Pintail55]

That is an awsome idea. Think about how many more fullbodys you can get into your trailer without the feet. Great job guys on another sweet idea.

[grenhdkilr]

Ok guys i saw them at the sportsmans warehouse and i will be buying some to add to the spread i also got a phone call from chris jones today and he talked me into some of them lessers when they come out i got to stay away from chris i am going broke :eek: :D :D

[Chris Jones]

Trust me like I told you on the phone they are the real deal... I also called your wife and she said she would order them on Monday! :D :D

[grenhdkilr]

:D :D

[timber hunter]

I think it would be wise to have the option of some sort of attachment of the base and body. I personally wouldn't buy a full body mallard without a way to attach the base since use on ice would be my primary reason for purchase and I don't want to have to worry about the base melting thru the ice and being lost. Just because they could be attached wouldn't mean you would have to attach them. I do really like the stake or stand option, though.

[Goosedad24]

Timber Hunter, if the base is able to melt through the ice and be lost, you probably shouldn't be out there yourself. I wouldn't hesitate to use them on ice, they won't cause any more melting than anything you bring with you does.

[Rick Frisch]

If I were going to use them on ice, I wouldn't use the either the MotionBase or the MotionStick. I would tuck the feet up inside the body and just set them on the ice. It gives them a relaxed look.

Thanks,

[Nicholas Lisec]

After getting a chance to see these dekes in Loveland I have to say that they are absolutely awesome. The duck and goose decoys are very easy to set up on the motion base and the movement is sweet.

I will reiterate what Rick was saying about the ability to tuck the feet up under the decoy and set them up on the ice/sandbar. That system is really neat and it's a cool innovation by GHG.

The FB Mallards are so nice that I won't ever leave them at home. They offer yet another element of realism offered to you by GHG and you definitely need to add them to your spread.

NICK

[timber hunter]

I would set part of them off the bases but would still want some up for movement. I have decoys melt thru the ice all the time around the edge of a hole. You want to be able to set them near the waters edge. Its no big deal to wade or row out and put them back up but I would hate to lose a base every time. :(

[DeWayne Knight]

timber hunter,

If you absolutely have to have them attached, you could take some of our braided decoy line and tie them together. A loop tied around the motion base cup inside the body, and a loop around the stake should keep them together with no problem.