What choke is typically used for goose hunting?

The use of an improved cylinder or modified choke is popular for goose hunting due to the need for versatility in shot spread and density. When hunting geese, the objective is to balance the spread of shot to ensure a higher likelihood of hitting multiple birds within a group while still delivering enough power for effective range.

An improved cylinder choke creates a wider spread than a full choke, making it more suitable when the geese are flying at different distances and angles, allowing for more hit opportunities. A modified choke also provides a tighter pattern than improved cylinder, yet looser than full, which can be beneficial at varying distances.

Both improved cylinder and modified chokes offer flexibility, allowing hunters to adapt to the flight patterns of geese, which can vary as they migrate and respond to environmental conditions. This adaptability is critical in ensuring success during hunts, as it maximizes the chances of striking the moving targets.