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This is a rough drawing and price estimate for my prototype floating hide. I know it's missing a few things like support rods for a camo cover and the cover itself, but I plan on just using my DIY "bag hide" rather than make another cover. The rods/sockets will be sorted after rough construction. Not shown in the drawing is the shoulder/retention/saddle strap that can be connected to the D-rings.
It will be 4" tall and I expect it will sit 1" or less in the water. The recessed areas for holding stuff and the head/camera are 2" tall which should place the lens at ~ 6-8" above waterline depending on the head used and lens/lens foot. It is designed to fold in half for carry/storage at ~ 42"x24"x8" and 42"x48"x4" deployed. It will be made from 2 layers of 2" closed cell foam board with a lightweight fiberglass skin and wood reinforcements in critical areas.
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I think it offers more than the inflatable MrJanGear hide (~ $700+sh) and is comparable to the floating-hide product (~ $1200+sh). I'm looking for any feedback on the design before I proceed with construction.
It will be 4" tall and I expect it will sit 1" or less in the water. The recessed areas for holding stuff and the head/camera are 2" tall which should place the lens at ~ 6-8" above waterline depending on the head used and lens/lens foot. It is designed to fold in half for carry/storage at ~ 42"x24"x8" and 42"x48"x4" deployed. It will be made from 2 layers of 2" closed cell foam board with a lightweight fiberglass skin and wood reinforcements in critical areas.
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I think it offers more than the inflatable MrJanGear hide (~ $700+sh) and is comparable to the floating-hide product (~ $1200+sh). I'm looking for any feedback on the design before I proceed with construction.
