Decoys by Dakota Decoy Company
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All of our decoys are constructed of a blend of high and low density polyethylene. This mix gives the decoy the paint retention found with high density products, with a bit of flexibility to take the abuse found in hunting situations. We use 100% lead free paints, and each decoy is hand painted for an ultra realistic appearance. The bodies are molded in the natural base color of the Canada goose. This allows the decoy to continue to look natural and actually adds character as the decoy ages.

Our “Wind Walker” motion system is second to none! We’ve created a smooth, natural motion that gives the appearance of the natural walking movement of live birds. Limiters are molded into the bodies which work in very high wind conditions, without getting stuck. We’ve incorporated a stretchable leg system to assist with the movement, and also allow the decoy to be moved without the base falling off. Another feature of the system is the ability to turn the decoy on the base and snap lock the base into the decoy body, eliminating any movement and also allowing the decoy and base to be moved as one piece.

We’ve worked hard at creating ultra realistic body positions with multiple head positions to create a unique look in the field. Our flocked heads are the toughest on the market, and are molded out of black polyethylene to help hide wear marks inherent with flocking. We then go to the trouble of painting each eye with a high gloss black paint to help make the decoy look alive!

Deep Side Pockets and Feather Texturing: Anyone who has spent anytime at all watching live geese on the ground, knows that geese become lighter and darker depending on how light hits them. This fundamental aspect of a goose’s natural appearance has evaded plastic decoy companies since their inception, until now. The exaggerated side pockets and deep feather texturing found on each Dakota Decoy allows this optical phenomenon to be duplicated during any condition encountered while hunting. This aspect of Dakota Decoys brings hunters a degree of realism never before imagined, giving them an edge when hunting pressured geese.

Paint: Unlike other decoys that possess the repetitive cookie cutter look, Dakota Decoys are hand painted giving each decoy its own individual look. This unique paint job in conjunction with the exaggerated side pockets, and feather texturing makes a spread come to life unlike stenciled decoys. Since each decoy has an individual look, it more closely mimics live geese giving hunters an added advantage when hunting. The paint is also specially formulated to bond to the plastic instead of forming a cocoon around the decoy, meaning the paint won’t chip or peel off the decoy.

Motion System: Dakota Decoy’s “Wind Walker” molded-in motion system brings realistic motion without the hassle of cones and other gimmicks. By limiting side-to-side and vertical movement, each decoy moves in a smooth natural way even in strong winds, eliminating the teeter tottering motion encountered with motion cones. Any decoy’s motion can be stopped by simply turning the ring base 180 degrees placing the limiter arm into the forward slot. Dakota Decoys also use a bungee cord to keep the base attached to the decoy itself eliminating the hassle and headache of carrying the base and decoy separate. This simple addition to the motion system allows hunters faster set ups, take downs, and most importantly allows the spread to be adjusted quickly and easily if the wind changes during a hunt.

Flocking: The flocking used on all Dakota Decoys is by and far the toughest, most durable flocking on the market, and will last through many seasons of abuse. This durability is achieved by using high quality long fiber strands and quality glue.

Ring Bases: The diameter of the ring bases is oversized making it nearly impossible for the decoys to be blown over, even in the strongest of winds. They are also turned from a single strand of wire then welded closed giving the base extra rigidity and superior strength.

Plastic Blend: Dakota Decoys are made of a blend of high and low density plastics giving each decoy superb detail without making the decoy too rigid. The pliability of each decoy means it won’t crack when subjected to blunt force even on the coldest of days.