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Deer hunters, Side by Side vs 4-Wheeler?
Posted on 1/19/16 at 10:00 am
Posted on 1/19/16 at 10:00 am
Which do you have and why? Pros and Cons of each? 
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Posted on 1/19/16 at 10:03 am to LSUlefty
I used to be a rep in the business. As we've gotten older, most of us prefer to ride "in" something vs "on" something.
Both have pros/cons. If you have wide trails/terrain I'd get a side x side. If not, go with a wheeler.
Both have pros/cons. If you have wide trails/terrain I'd get a side x side. If not, go with a wheeler.
Posted on 1/19/16 at 10:03 am to LSUlefty
SXS - more useful for work/practical.
4 wheeler - more fun to ride.
4 wheeler - more fun to ride.
Posted on 1/19/16 at 10:03 am to LSUlefty
quote:
Side by Side
windshield in December/January
Posted on 1/19/16 at 10:04 am to LSUlefty
I prefer a four wheeler, as I can get more places with it. Being old and lazy now, I prefer to be able to ride right up to a downed deer to bring it back to camp.
Posted on 1/19/16 at 10:14 am to LSUlefty
Depends on terrain. Good roads a SxS is a no brainier. But right now the portion of my lease that is not under the river is about 30% accessavle by Side x side. 90% by wheeler. And our rice fields are rutted to hell and back by the heavy arse SxS's that barrel thru them. 4 wheelers barely cut a rut. But, windshields and comfortable seats and ride go along way. I've got one of each but if I had to buy anothrr it would probably be another Yamaha SxS.
Posted on 1/19/16 at 10:14 am to LSUlefty
4 Wheeler -
Can't ride trails in state/federal refuges in a SXS
Storage space - I keep mine stored in garage smaller footprint and only space I have
We ride through tight areas that a SXS wouldn't get through
Use it mainly for hunting and a little fun riding, doesn't justify the cost of a SXS
Fits in the back of my truck
Can't ride trails in state/federal refuges in a SXS
Storage space - I keep mine stored in garage smaller footprint and only space I have
We ride through tight areas that a SXS wouldn't get through
Use it mainly for hunting and a little fun riding, doesn't justify the cost of a SXS
Fits in the back of my truck
Posted on 1/19/16 at 10:16 am to swanny297
Not to mention price
Posted on 1/19/16 at 10:19 am to LSUlefty
I've been debating whether or not to get a sxs and ditch my foreman, but I think I prefer the 4wheeler for what I do.
I only use the bike to carry feed to stand's and pick up dead deer at 1 place I hunt. Every now and then, I need it to get in the woods and get a deer out that I wouldn't be able to get to with a sxs.
On our other property where we run dogs, a lot of guys have Rangers and a few of us still ride 4 wheelers. I find it easier to get around on the bike plus it's nearly impossible to get stuck. We spent quite a bit of time winching out Rangers this year.
Not to mention you need a larger trailer to move a sxs around.
I only use the bike to carry feed to stand's and pick up dead deer at 1 place I hunt. Every now and then, I need it to get in the woods and get a deer out that I wouldn't be able to get to with a sxs.
On our other property where we run dogs, a lot of guys have Rangers and a few of us still ride 4 wheelers. I find it easier to get around on the bike plus it's nearly impossible to get stuck. We spent quite a bit of time winching out Rangers this year.
Not to mention you need a larger trailer to move a sxs around.
This post was edited on 1/19/16 at 10:22 am
Posted on 1/19/16 at 10:39 am to LSUlefty
i hate side x sides. you are so restricted and i hate the steering wheels. much better control over bad terrain with a handlebar. i guess rollbars are nice, but then again you can easily bail off a 4wheeler. the only positives i can think of for a side x side is power, windshield for cold, and the bed to carry shite.
this is for hunting woods. if you are talking about a ranch or something, just use a truck
also i hate the fricking gas pedals. its such a bitch with boots and just a PITA. if a side x side had handlebars and a thumb throttle, that would be the ticket
this is for hunting woods. if you are talking about a ranch or something, just use a truck
also i hate the fricking gas pedals. its such a bitch with boots and just a PITA. if a side x side had handlebars and a thumb throttle, that would be the ticket
This post was edited on 1/19/16 at 10:41 am
Posted on 1/19/16 at 10:42 am to LSUlefty
Side-by-Side. Got a bed like a truck to haul that big buck you shot, sacks of corn, and any gear. Not many places a 4-wheeler gets to that a good side-by-side can't. Also, windshield for the wind and especially all those branches - just bust through without a care. AND, someone can ride with you without it being gay.
Posted on 1/19/16 at 10:45 am to LSUlefty
I'd love to have a SxS for our place but most of the trails are barely big enough for a 4wheeler. SxS are great for open country, but you need something a little more nimble in the woods
Posted on 1/19/16 at 10:50 am to dcw7g
SXS if your a road hunter, lease hunter, with ease of access and nice right of ways, sip bourbon while you ride and BS on the phone back and forth and at the deer stand with a cigar and cheap porn mags in the box blind. Probably wearing the latest camo that has startch marks and matches from head to toe with the smell of Abercrombie fierce lingering.
4-wheeler if you hunt off the beaten path and have to drag one a mile, use a climber, camo never matches cause you need the breakup, smell like 4 day old deer piss and smoke from the camp fire. Copenhagen ring in the pocket and just finished a brewsky before heading out. Probably stopped to crap in the woods by the SXS owners stand in the way into yours....
JUST sayin
4-wheeler if you hunt off the beaten path and have to drag one a mile, use a climber, camo never matches cause you need the breakup, smell like 4 day old deer piss and smoke from the camp fire. Copenhagen ring in the pocket and just finished a brewsky before heading out. Probably stopped to crap in the woods by the SXS owners stand in the way into yours....
JUST sayin
Posted on 1/19/16 at 11:04 am to Duck Bucks and Zero
Damn man, tell us how you really feel. 
Posted on 1/19/16 at 11:06 am to REB BEER
Thought it was funny to add to the conversation we sit around the camp and laugh about it all the time, it's so true at times
Posted on 1/19/16 at 11:07 am to Duck Bucks and Zero
quote:
SXS if your a road hunter, lease hunter, with ease of access and nice right of ways, sip bourbon while you ride and BS on the phone back and forth and at the deer stand with a cigar and cheap porn mags in the box blind. Probably wearing the latest camo that has startch marks and matches from head to toe with the smell of Abercrombie fierce lingering.
4-wheeler if you hunt off the beaten path and have to drag one a mile, use a climber, camo never matches cause you need the breakup, smell like 4 day old deer piss and smoke from the camp fire. Copenhagen ring in the pocket and just finished a brewsky before heading out. Probably stopped to crap in the woods by the SXS owners stand in the way into yours....
what if i like all the above? where do i fall?
Posted on 1/19/16 at 11:10 am to LSUlefty
I want a SxS mainly for the storage and seating. I like being able to get my Rancher unstuck or stick a leg out to keep it from flipping.
Posted on 1/19/16 at 11:10 am to Chad504boy
Chadboy your gonna have to answer some questions so i know what category you fall in.
Do you like Luke Bryan?
How about Florida Georgia Line?
Ever heard of a guy named George Jones? Or maybe Merle Haggard?
7 spanish angels ring a bell?
Do you like Luke Bryan?
How about Florida Georgia Line?
Ever heard of a guy named George Jones? Or maybe Merle Haggard?
7 spanish angels ring a bell?
This post was edited on 1/19/16 at 11:24 am
Posted on 1/19/16 at 11:15 am to Duck Bucks and Zero
quote:who the hell doesn't.
Do you like Luke Bryan?
quote:not nearl8y as much, they got a few catchy tunes.
How about Florida Georgia Line?
quote:wasn't he a boxer?
Ever heard of a guy named George Jones?
quote:cologne?
Or maybe Merele Haggard?
quote:my last stop on that carnival cruise in cancun was a bit fuzzy.
7 spanish angels ring a bell?
Posted on 1/19/16 at 11:18 am to Chad504boy
Lmao, yep Chad your a SXS kinda feller. Probably have had on a pair of skinny jeans before too huh. Flatbill hat, shirts that were too small, drank a PBR or indian pale ale huh. You softer guys are made for the superior suspension that a SXS has. Good luck with your purchase..lmmfao
This post was edited on 1/19/16 at 11:19 am
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