Originally Posted by jim in Oregon


I DO wonder that some may take the 'hunting cold' position for safety because they realize they:

Are not in good condition nor agile ..
Are overweight, clumsy..

Hungover..( God forbid but it happens)

That then is a good precaution for such folks..Jim



I hate to bust your attempt at painting a stereotypical picture of someone who carries "cold," but:

-I play hockey for the Minnesota NHL alumni team. I'm their goalie. I have been called a lot of things in my day, but I have yet to be accused of possessing minimal amounts of agility. Clumsy isn't really on the list either.

-I will be doing the Ironman triathlon in Madison, WI next year, and recently ran a marathon in less than 4 hours with ease. Feel free to tag along for the 2.4 mile swim, 112 mile bike, and the 26.2 mile run. I doubt if you'll be referring to me as "not in good condition" at the finish line....if you can make it that far. Heck, just show up tomorrow at 0545 for my Master's swim team workout. Let me know your opinion after the 3500 or so meters.

I am around 10% body fat. Not a rail, but not exactly overweight.

I rarely drink anything, and I don't drink to excess.


AND


I carry a rifle with an empty chamber.