Michael Merchant Makes Public Statement Concerning Carl's Sierra Kills Incident And Team Tazer Bigfoot

Bigfoot enthusiasts, Carl Olinselot and Michael Merchant, to put it mildly, are not on the same page right now, and there's a bit of infighting going on between the two. We will spare you the drama, and this comment posted by Michael Merchant on Team Tazer Bigfoot's fan page explains his position about removing emotions and applying science into the field. In Carl's opinion, reasoning and logic had been applied and that's what led him to the conclusion that Bigfoot is real.

It's basically a stalemate right now between the dueling pair and one person has already threatened to leave the discussion table.

Here's Michael:

After reading this post on Carl Olinselot's youtube channel I feel it necessary to clarify a few things. First off the *squad* as this nitwit put it, is easy enough to figure out; who actually is on the *squad*; just check who has administrative control over this page.

I strongly disagree with Carl's *opinion* that this is a "sealed deal", it is "100%" etc. This is not how science works. Science, logic and reason; are based upon a collection of the facts. Facts are backed up with solid data, not emotional heightened experiences in the dark; lacking solid evidence.

There are a number of people claiming this has sealed the deal, it is proven, it is in the bag, or what have you. It is at best additional data to ponder over.

The only way the deal will be sealed, is to put one of these things in a box.

Ro Sahebi put a lot of effort, time and money into this project. I think he did a stellar job, and am super excited about the upcoming documentary. But I am getting a little weary of people saying such shit like;

"If I was a man I'd admit what the tracks were", or that Justin is 100% telling the truth. The truth is; we do not know that for a fact.

People can and do lie. People can and do pass polygraph tests. Depending upon what facts you consider, the effectiveness of a polygraph test is subject to debate.

Facts are back up by rigorous examination of the data; just saying something is a fact; does not make it so. And using creative methods to debate does not establish opinion as facts. Opinions are subjective, facts are objective. I see a lot of opinions being presented as facts.

So far I have not seen anyone present a peer reviewed paper from a respected publication that supports this notion that any polygraph test is 99%, 100%, or even 50% accurate. Until someone provides proof that any polygraph test is 100%, Justin's story will be just that; a wild story.

And running around in the forest, being scared, does not, (at least in my mind), establish anything concrete. To establish a holotype, you need substantial evidence. Reproducible evidence.

TTBF is interested in the facts, Seeking the Truth. Pretty simple. Personal experiences maybe important to the individual having those experiences; but in of themselves, proves nothing.

We are intent upon placing one of these things in a Box. That will seal the deal.

"Does this mean you're going to wait for the full DNA results to be released before you release your doc? Or will Ro put together and share a pre-DNA version? I just want you to know that I didn’t expect much from your video, because TTB does some very shoddy work (Mr. Merchant drags down the whole squad), but I am really impressed by you, your honesty, your thoughtfulness and passion.

Here is Carl's response:

I agree Michael, and its important that it be looked at that way. I also stand by what I know. Insinuating that I was high or hallucinating is offensive to me too. Its that treatment that keep people from telling their experiences. Its probably what drives some to hide evidence or maybe even bodies. If somebody says they saw something and they get told it was a mushroom induced hallucination I think theres no proof of that either. Have you swabbed my soda can and drawn my blood to confirm it? No. But you'll state those possibilities out loud real quick. Its a double standard to me.