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    New hunters. Cheap vs expensive? What do I actually need and what are realistic expectations?

    No experience with the Savage Axis model but my old 110 has been super reliable. Started with a used/shared/hand-me-down rifle. Then 20+ years ago I bought a Savage 110 in 30-06 and put a cheaper Vortex scope on it and that rifle has killed several elk, mule deer and pigs, never had a jam and...
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    Am I the only one who doesn’t use any gloves when I am gutting an animal out lol.

    I'm aware I always have a pair or two in my kill kit but never end up using them. They make my hands sweat too much and once there is a tear in them somewhere they become more of a nuisance than benefit. Plus there is often blood up to my elbows at some point. Wiping on shirt/pants, baby...
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    WTS Enlightened Equipment quilt Enigma

    Selling this EE Enigma 10 degree quilt. 950 down in regular-wide size, custom color, black exterior, red interior. I've never slept in this quilt, so it is basically still brand new. comes with straps and repair kit and storage sack. Already have a quilt and was recently gifted a new bag so I...
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    Taboo Topics of Discussion

    For me in my 50's the following helps...doesn't solve it but helps. Exercise, kettlebells, burpees as much as my failing joints will allow. Clean diet (no refined sugars, low carb, high protein) No booze, regularly scheduled "fun", adventure, hunting, fishing, hiking in the woods, exploring...
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    Moving away from First Lite

    My gateway was also the merino stuff and shirt and hoodies and I still use them. Outside of those items though I look elsewhere. But for FL and Rinella... It's a business (MeatEater), things should be done with a purpose and I'm fairly confident this was the business plan all along. As...
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    I'm the guy that's spooking all your elk

    Yea so many variables, including individual bull behavior. I'm an "OK" bugler I suppose but constantly learning strategy. All of the following situations took place in the same area at the same time of year but different seasons. There's more, but these are more specific reactions I've...
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    Do you take a fly rod on your hunts?

    Most of where I hunt elk/mule deer have lakes where I'm better off with my light spinning setup since the trout will either be deeper or the trees come right up to the bank. I also need to learn to slow down so I can take a fly rod and enjoy the fishing LOL. I generally leave it at spike camp...
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    2023 What’s the Plan???

    Packing into the woods mid-September for my standard early rifle elk, slogging around, sleeping like crap, lots of whining, soaking it all in, hiking back to the truck a week or two later, either lighter or heavier...preferably the latter. Put in for a mule deer draw for my daughter's last...
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    Single man shelters

    It would be super tight inside the tent but it could be done. It's a tiny bit wider in the middle but I'd be a little nervous about burning the netting if I wasn't careful. Vestibule is definitely doable though, I typically have my JB full of water sitting in the vestibule overnight and light it...
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    Quilt vs Bag

    I could never stand mummy bags, but I'm a restless sleeper and could never get truly comfortable with the foot box space or having my head in the hood, I would always end up rolling off my sleeping pad at some point of the night...but I've got issues LOL. Been using quilts for the past 5 years...
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    Coffee solutions camping/backpacking?

    I freaking love fresh ground through the AeroPress. However, I hate hauling in the grounds due to space/weight and if I try to bring just enough it get's VERY concerning when I still have a few days to hunt but getting dangerously low on grounds. And inevitably one of my hunting pards will...
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    Anyone solo backcountry hunting over the age of 60?

    I'm 53 and one of my elk hunting pards is 61, he's been running around the mountains for 45 years chasing these critters and I cannot keep up with him. Mountain stamina and drive of a marathon runner and zero BS. He is my constant inspiration and motivation to stay in shape and still try to...
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    Elk or Deer?

    Elk. I find the chase, the bugling, the hunting strategy part extremely enjoyable, especially when its not insanely frustrating. The meat packing, as I get older, is more of a "hey, you lived through it!" type of rewarding. If I had more time to hunt I would love to spend a buttload of time...
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    Late season back country hunt

    I would echo Mtwarden's advice. Hot tents are awesome for hanging out, getting up and sitting out a storm, but when it comes to sleeping, once someone stops feeding that stove that heat is completely gone in about 3 minutes. Very different than cast iron etc. Lighting it back up in the morning...
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    Am I nuts? Sitka to Kuiu

    Others have said it, but pick the one that fits you best, what you like wearing the best/comfort and if its important to you, what camo pattern you like best. I have several Kuiu items, Attack pants, puffy and one of those peloton 240 fleece things and a thin merino beanie mostly to keep the sun...
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    Why cardio ain't enough for the backcountry

    Put your car in neutral and push it around the neighborhood all by yourself. Mostly uphill, the bigger the car/truck the better. just kidding...but not really. If possible have someone throw crumbling rocks at your feet and slap you in the face with a pine branch. Occasionally stop and eat a...
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    Single man shelters

    Another TarpTent user here for "floored" shelters. I have a Moment DW for true single-man size and use. Super easy and quick to setup and can be used with just the inner net or outter tarp if you want to go floorless. You might consider looking at a two-man tent just for some extra elbow room...
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    Has anyone been shot at while hunting?

    This season albeit not intentionally, just a quad full of dipshits shooting wild and blind at a doe off a fireroad...with 2 camps, 2 bright red ATV's and 4 grown men in eyesight. Trying to poach at best, attempted manslaughter at worst. I will not sidetrack into the rant of how the flourishing...
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    Wife doesn't like elk

    Similar situation here, wife not crazy for elk flavor but has more to do with the feel of the meat, how it's cooked, rather than the gameyness, although that plays a part. I tend to undercook when I cook them as thin steaks because overcooking elk meat is a capital offense. Doesn't play well in...
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    What's everyone's favorite kuiu top/jacket?

    Another vote for the Peloton 240 hoodie. For cruising from camp I wear the FL wick base, and carry the Peloton 240 plus the Chugach if there's weather moving around and stuff a down puffy in my pack if there's a chance I'll be out long after dark or stuck overnight away from camp. But its the...

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