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Unread 01-22-2020, 06:34 PM   #25
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Originally Posted by Mike Koneski View Post
For me, doesn't matter what species, if it flushes unexpectedly and goes hard right, almost beyond 90 degrees. That's my toughest shot. Having replacement parts makes that harder. I tend to do what Gary Laudermilch does, instead of stepping to the shot I too corkscrew myself into it and run out of swing. I know better, but in the heat of the moment my brain takes a vacation!
Yup, Mike, I can corkscrew on a shot with the best of them...and, of course miss. Hey, when the bird gets up, especially without "prior notice," the old muscle memory frequently forgets. Having said this, I've made some memorable shots from the ole corkscrew method. Luck is as luck does.
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