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Discussion in 'Bowhunting Talk' started by slick814, Mar 20, 2009.

  1. slick814

    slick814 Weekend Warrior

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    Ok... I need to get a case for my bow. The question is, hard or soft?
    I like the protection that a hard case offers, and things seem to be more organized and locked into place in them. BUT... after talking to my brother and a couple of buddies, they swear that a soft case is better. Takes up less space, is easier to pack when loading the truck, etc...
    So my question is this... which do you prefer and why?:confused:
     
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    shed Grizzled Veteran

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    Hardcase provides so much more protection and if your gonna fly anywhere spend the cash and buy one that will work on the airlines. I really like my SKB
     
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    KodiakArcher Die Hard Bowhunter

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    If you're ever going to fly with it get a good hard case (SKB). If I need a case I use a hard case, otherwise I don't need one...
     
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    kickin_buck Weekend Warrior

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    Slick, this is almost nothing but a personal choice. I prefer a hard case for just two reasons. First, if I am going to fly any where with my bow, I have to have it, so I went ahead and got it. Second, I have between $1200 & $1400 in that case. Can I really trust a soft case to protect it?

    With that being said, I do like soft cases, like those by Lakewood. I agree that soft cases are nices as far as taking up less room in the truck and amount of weight. I just don't know that those advantages make up for the protection the hard case provides, as well as being able to load it on a plane.

    I have always liked SKB cases, but could not fit my Katera XL in one. I bought a Vanguard (1st one I have owned) and have been very happy with it. It is about as big as a surf board, but I am able to keep everything I need in there and it is tuff as nails.
     
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    slick, I've had both and have chosen a hard case. All it takes is one time for your bow/sight to get damaged or throw off, and then you'll wish you had a hard case. As for hard case I had the traditional one that lays on it side, and a few yrs ago, I went w/a upright top loading model from Plano. It has 4 latches on top, and you put in from the top. It has 2 rubber arms that you screw down on the limbs to hold it in place. Also included is a small box that sits in the bottom of the case. The lids have arrow holders built into them for both lg/sm dia arrows. There is plenty of room inside to put other stuff. It cost around $100.
     
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    Jim_IV Die Hard Bowhunter

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    Hard case


    But then again I've never owned a soft case
     
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    jfergus7 Legendary Woodsman

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    I say a combination of both! Look at lakewoodcases.com

    I have one and it is awsome!
     
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    racewayking Grizzled Veteran

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    The Lakewood cases are pretty sweet indeed,
     
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    The Lakewood cases are pretty sweet indeed,
     
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    jfergus7 Legendary Woodsman

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    What are you trying to increase your post count Jason by double posting?
     
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    DoePeeSteve Weekend Warrior

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    Personal opinion. I think soft cases are used to keep rain off your bow on the way to the stand. And if you can't get a little rain on your bow on the way to your stand, why take it out at all?

    Hard case all the way.:deer:
     
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    Tribal Die Hard Bowhunter

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    I have a Hard case SKB, a no brainer to protect my most important piece of equipment.
     
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    rickmur Die Hard Bowhunter

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    That's the case I use. Although it is rather bulky it holds a lot. I particular like the arrow holders in both lids. I can carry 6 or 8 arrows, I forget which in each lid, one side for hunting broadhead arrows the other lid for field point arrows. I also like the SKB and have one of those also for travel.
     
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    slick814 Weekend Warrior

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    well.. based on this thread and my personal thoughts, I'm going with a hard case. Thanks for the replies, guys! I appreciate it :cool:
     
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    bowhunter546 Weekend Warrior

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    Hard. SKB Compact Bow Case.......I think it cost me about $240 or so. I purchased it around 2003 and it hasn't failed me yet. SPEND THE $$$!!!
     
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    You won't ever regret getting a hard case, but at some point you MAY regret getting a soft case. It only takes once to wish you had a hard case.
     
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    jfergus7 Legendary Woodsman

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    I don't know if any of you remember seeing my Lakewood case at the G2G last year but I am working on getting a deal for everyone that shows up this year. A deal simular to the deal I had at the G2G last year.
     
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    I have both and use each one for different conditions/reasons. Traveling is a good reason for the hard case but during season I use the soft case because it takes up less space and it's easier to strap the soft case to my quad.
     

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