Can you still prop this pole up on a rock/stick and sit back like a regular pole, or do you really need to keep in hand at all times?
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I would not try to prop it up. Take a look at the picture. The device unfolds, leaving the "handle" with a built in grip. As can be seen, it doesn't have much "rod" to prop up.
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"In Hand" unless you create a device to hold it. You have to create a device for regular length fishing poles as well.
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Won't fit in a rod holder, but, yeah, it'll rest on something like a rock. Sit back and wait for the fish.
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It is basically a hand-held rod and reel; it is not really amenable to propping because of its shape.
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Unless you can rig up something to hold on to it, you would have to hold it at all times.
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Not as currently configured with plastic ground sleeve. You might be able to get a metal sleeve made, and use some type of bolt / hitch pin to secure & unsecure the pole, so you could turn it, but I think that would make the goal less firm when kids shoot.
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You have to install a tube for the pole to be inserted into (below ground or floor level). It comes with what they call a "ground spear" which is hammered into the soil. I put a block of wood on top of mine and really worked to drive it into the soil. Pretty tough chore. I think if you wanted to use it on your deck you would need get a tube made up and mount the tube assembly below the deck surface so no one would trip.Sean
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It is as long as you keep handy the tools that it came with. They make taking it down and up much easier. It's not as easy to take down as other portable poles, but the extra effort is Very worth it because the pole is super sturdy!
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You can't. This thing is heavy, I'm sure it would topple over once it got moving. You might get a GoPro adaptor for a standard tripod mount, and get that secured firmly to the pole, with the tape and a few screws.
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You gotta really manhandle it. The easiest way is to lay it on the ground and insert the poles directly across from the other.
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It would be more stable as just the frame for any pre-set up. But I would like to add what my husband did to make it even more stable once the roof and sides are ready to go up, at any pole to pole connections he reinforced them with duct tape, but let the pole to plastic joint pieces be put together as normal. It makes the poles permanently long for storage purposes, but it was worth it for stability of the over all structure when in use. I hope this helps...
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The shorter stick works well sitting on the ground or in a chair. I have the long stick also.It works sitting in a chair or standing ,but not sitting on the ground. it will depend how you are the most comfortable. I prefer to sit on the ground or a chair when calling in predators.
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I like the pole..... It did come off once, I don't know if it had settled cuz I hadn't been on it for awhile. I am a little overweight so it doesn't help. I say to myself that I would play on it more once I lose weight, but I haven't lost enough to be able to hold myself up. I do hurt myself a lot and get pretty sore afterwards. but with lots of practice you could definitely learn some cool tricks to impress your friends or significant other!
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One more thing, Elisa, I don't put mine on a pole. I hang it on a thick tree branch with some good strong cord or electrical wire.
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Not really. It is not telescopic like the vertical pole...this is probably because if it expanded horizontally it could be put off balance and perhaps fall over if not used anchored. If you anchor securely you might be able to rig your own form of extension.
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You could, I would not recommend it. The pole gets too unstable and makes it hard to handle/use.I was also considering it, but after using with 3 poles I think it is max if you still want to maintain control.
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Yes , I do so after every hunting day(less wear on bow and quieter). There are u tube videos on how to do it. If done right it does not require much strength. I Wondered how you could hold back string with one hand ,but with proper leverage from a normal cocking rope there is very little pressure on it. Had a friend help first time, a good way to get the feel for it. Make sure to follow instructions closely and it's surprisingly easy.
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I take put it up and take it down with each use and its super easy to tear down and put back together, it comes apart into small enough sections to easily transport. I took my on vacation and decided having a carrying bag/case to put it all in would be helpful because of needing to take along the pole plus the small tools it comes with.
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No, the positioning stick is just pressure fitted together. Mine is more of a wooden Dowell attached to the plastic ends. Sometimes the stick comes apart while removing magnets, but it due beats getting up on a chair.
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if you think the most activities you use are underwater, is preferable invest in a waterproof pole. in this case i used this pole once underwater (sea) and then was difficult extend it for using outdoor... it was hard (extend it) , and i guess the water make that effect in metal things.another fact, this pole don't is shaked too much.. i think is stable but as i repeat, for using outdoor
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I wouldn't do that, Judith. If the poles are too slippery, it will be impossible to extend them. I would invest $10 in a pair of tacky utility gloved to make the poles easier to hold on to. Baseball gloves should also do the trick. But the best bet....make one of your loved ones put it up for you and reward them with a giant hug :-)