I have heard that Stalker is the only reliable radar gun out there? Is that true? Why? Thanks.
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I have a JUGS gun and it's very reliable. But yeah, JUGS/Stalker are the two trusted guns.
'reliable' for what purpose? If it's just for personal use, you can spend $100 and get 'consistent' readings.
quote:you can spend $100 and get 'consistent' readings.
I agree, You can get a Bushnell for $90.00. Dont let it bounce around in your trunk & it will give you what you need. If your a pitching Coach or a Scout you may want a Juggs or Stalker but for your own info I wouldn't waste the $$$
there is nothing like a stalker
The jugs and stalkers are both pretty accurate. Sitting behind several guys and watching the readings from both- they were identical on every pitch except for one and it was off by 1 mph. I do know that the Bushnell gun is not accurate at all and if you are well behind the plate it can be off considerably- as much as 10 mph off!
quote:Originally posted by Skylark:
the Bushnell gun is not accurate at all and if you are well behind the plate it can be off considerably- as much as 10 mph off!
Bushnell's work differently than a Stalker. They give min and max readings. If the min and max are the same (likely case for 10 mph variance), that means it was pointed at the plate, or it was too far away, or the batteries were dead, or...
. If there's an 8-10 mph difference, the max reading will be good. Having said that, they still are 2-3 mph slower than Stalker.If you have the extra $900, get a Stalker.
If you have the money, the stalker is great. And, it you take care of it, you can sell it for pretty much what you bought it for (check ebay for used stalker pros); so in effect, you are renting the gun until you tire of it.
What about these "pocket radars"? I saw them at the WWB in Atlanta last year as they had a booth and seemed to be selling quite a few of them for $200.00 a pop. I never did see them side by side with a stalker or Jugs to compare though. Any feedback on the pocket radars accuracy/value?
Once you get the timing down, the "Pocket Radar" is quite accurate. I have never had a reading greater than the stalker. I have found that you must press the large red button just before the release of the ball to get the highest reading, which will be the same as that of the stalker or more often one mph below a stalker.
The problem with the Pocket Radar is that you dont know what reading you have. Out of the hand, 10 ft, 20 ft, 40 ft, over the plate. And there is no way to know.
Can only relate my experience with the Pocket Radar.....When I am getting numerous readings equal to or within 1 mph. of the Stalker, I then feel confident enough in the velocity readings I am getting. Timing is everything and the button must be pressed while the ball appears to be still in the pitcher's hand and prior to release. It is a skill that, with some practice, can be mastered and relied upon.
Radar guns are like life:
1. You get what you pay for.
2. If it seems too good to be true, it is.
1. You get what you pay for.
2. If it seems too good to be true, it is.
consistant does not necessarily mean accurate and correct
My Decatur is accurate, reliable, at the time affordable, and is probably older than 95% of the readers on this web site.
30 parent ball clubs have moved on to the Stalker II Sport for 2012. It is also accurate and affordable. And can be transported easily without risk of arm surgery.
30 parent ball clubs have moved on to the Stalker II Sport for 2012. It is also accurate and affordable. And can be transported easily without risk of arm surgery.
quote:Originally posted by SultanofSwat:
'reliable' for what purpose? If it's just for personal use, you can spend $100 and get 'consistent' readings.
Strongly disagree. Our Bushnell gun was not consistent at all.
I have a Stalker and have gunned quite a bit. There has been little difference in the Jugs read when someone guns beside me.
My gun has a dad mode that adds 10 mph to the real read.
My gun has a dad mode that adds 10 mph to the real read.
quote:Originally posted by baseballpapa:
....My gun has a dad mode that adds 10 mph to the real read.
too funnyquote:Originally posted by baseballpapa:
My gun has a dad mode that adds 10 mph to the real read.
This must be the same gun they use at camps. After a kid returns from camp, they are throwing much, much faster than they ever have.
forget the radar gun. does he have a good face? is his girlfriend pretty?
