Clown Bird vs Thunder Chicken

[Matt Breuer]

No worries on me taking it personal. Sorry if it appeared that way. I am just trying to stand up for the little drummer boy...

[cribbageboy]

Personally Ruffies by far. Something about casually walking through knee-high grass doesn't really sound like hunting to me. No offense to anyone, but it doesn't really fit into my deffinition of the sport. That may also be why I don't like to walk trails for grouse. I feel that if you dont have a cut or two on your arms and face after a day of grouse hunting, your just not trying hard enough.

Also as far as the "will to survive arguement", I think its kind of a load of you know what. I don't think any creature WANTS to die more than the next. Some may be smarter than others, but I don't think any animal ever throws in the towel until it CAN'T fight any more.

[grousewoods]

Good topic! new to the site and thought I would chime in on this one. After hunting both birds for more then I would like to say there isn't any better feeling for me then bring down a grouse in the woods.I like to Phez hunt aswell and maybe like someone said if there were more land to hunt them I would be there.When Nov comes I'm out of the woods for deer hunting and back into the field as much as I can. Getting off at the end of this week for some Phez hunting out west is it works out or I'm back in the woods. This weekend I have to stay around the house for family things and it drives me nuts. Hope everybody has a safe hunting season!

[CodyDawg]

For me it is the opposite. waltzing along in some woods is a lot easier than hitting the cattails and willow swamps. nothing against those ruffies, but roody's are in my blood.

[lindy rig]

Both are pretty cool birds, each with their own challenges. I think a lot these opinions come from our passion and our own unique experiences.

I have spent many days chasing grouse. Battling through thick cover, branches and twigs whipping you in the face. Having a fraction of a second to make a shot. Sinking deep into snow, getting lost deep in the forest, and stumbling over fallen logs. Days where each bird seems like a trophy.

Also many days chasing pheasants. Trying to work a game plan on a huge piece of property. Battling through thick cattails and dragging weeds with you on each step. Sweating profusly, falling through ice around a swamp, and hiking until it hurts to move at the end of the day.

I wouldn't say either bird is easy. Love 'em both!