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#2 on this list
Super Mag
Tim Grounds
A legendary short reed with a deep, growly tone that finishes wary Canadas.
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#3 on this list
Rolling Thunder
Field Proven Calls
Hand-tuned acrylic with a fast break that lets you run a rapid cluck series cleanly.
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Specs side by side
| Spec | Super Mag | Rolling Thunder |
|---|---|---|
| Call Type | Short-Reed Goose Call | Short Reed Goose Call |
| Primary Material | Acrylic / Delrin (depending on model) | — |
| Sound Profile | Deep, Growly, Resonant | Loud, Clear, Raspy |
| Target Species | Canada Goose | — |
| Skill Level | Intermediate to Advanced | — |
| Made In | USA | — |
| Construction | — | Acrylic |
| Tuning | — | Hand Tuned |
| Ease of Use | — | Intermediate to Advanced |
What our reviewers liked and didn't
Super Mag
- Produces exceptionally deep, realistic goose vocalizations
- Excellent control over tone and volume for nuanced calling
- Built with very durable materials for long-term reliability
- Effective at pulling in call-shy and pressured birds
- Iconic design with a proven track record in the field
- Requires some practice to master its full range of sounds
- May be less forgiving for absolute beginners
- Not the loudest call on the market for extreme long-range hailing
Rolling Thunder
- Delivers clear, powerful honks and sharp clucks
- Hand-tuned for consistent, reliable performance
- Excellent for fast, intricate calling sequences
- Durable acrylic construction withstands tough conditions
- Responsive with a wide range of tones
- Requires some air control for optimal use
- May be louder than preferred for very close-in work
- Premium price point compared to basic calls
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