[bambam]

Easy there OB - we don't want our cousins to the south to lose their impression of the GWN as the home of politeness. Actually I'm an old southern Ontario boy who learned to play in the wind on the shores of Lake Erie (comes in handy in Pincher). Now over 50, I wake wondering what will hurt each day, so I'll stick with switching into the blades as the temps warm. The frost bite in my left ear is testament to my attempts to extend the season. Other than that - No more "Hey guys watch this" foolishness for me. I like having cold weather equipment.

This will be my first year without blades in the house. In the past, I liked to do the opposite - start with blades and transition to my primary set. I thought it Helped me find that solid impact quicker. Even an occasional 'stinger' is pretty unpleasant, so this year I'll probably just stick to my HG's right off the bat.