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Old 03-23-2011, 05:18 PM
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When you order, tell him you want the 1/4" hole in the anchors. Crow aims to please.

http://www.crowenterprizes.com/index.html
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Old 03-23-2011, 07:49 PM
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I researched Crows back in 2004 when I built my RV-8, and when I researched harnesses again this year for the -3, I went with Crows again - for all of the above reasons! All of the brands are goign to survive FAR greater crash forces than your body can - why pay way extra just for a special name? Crows are outstanding, and I love their rotary buckle.

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Old 03-23-2011, 08:09 PM
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My wife sure is glad that I have Hookers in the plane to keep me safe!
My wife bought me a pair of hookers for Christmas while I was building, complete with rotary latches. I love that woman!

As for which is best, the ones that you never use to save your life and if you do use them to save your life, then they are the best.
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Old 03-23-2011, 08:13 PM
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Default Crows in my 7A

Bob, You can check out the Crows in my 7A right here in S/C, I am in directory. Gene Ledda
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Old 03-23-2011, 08:14 PM
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Crows!!! Great quality & service, way less cost!

Love the camlock buckle!!!
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Old 03-24-2011, 03:57 AM
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Most must be better than the standard Van's.

I am not a large chap, but the belts on our 7 are very snug....

Took a guy who was 200lbs last week and he really, really had to suck in to get the Van's buckle closed.

With what has been said here - I think the 8 will have Crow's
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Old 04-15-2011, 07:14 PM
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Default The Hookers saved my live

August '09. My emergency landing practice turned into the real thing, and left me hanging from my Hookers.
Flew this week for the first time. Repairs took 15 months, but the results were worth it!
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Old 04-15-2011, 07:18 PM
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You can order the Crow's with built in Bubba Factor!

Yes the ones Van's sell can be a challenge for larger people.

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Most must be better than the standard Van's.

I am not a large chap, but the belts on our 7 are very snug....

Took a guy who was 200lbs last week and he really, really had to suck in to get the Van's buckle closed.

With what has been said here - I think the 8 will have Crow's
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Old 04-17-2011, 08:50 AM
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Call them is the best way...
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Old 04-17-2011, 09:36 AM
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Just curious why people make the statement "hookers are the best"? Is there a specific feature that they have that others don't? Have they been tested and shown to be stronger? or last longer?

Not trying to say they aren't...I just haven't seen anyone say why they are.
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