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    300 WSM 165 gr vs 180 gr on Elk

    I am seeking advice from experienced elk hunters. I use Barnes 165 gr TTSX out of a 300 WSM on whitetails with great success. I have little experience with taking elk with a firearm. Is it worth find new ammunition in the 180 gr. to be theoretically more effective by carrying more energy.
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    What gear was a pleasant surprise?

    This is the time of year to think about what to improve upon for next falls hunts. I thought I would share a few things that I think are "cant lose" products that I have stumbled upon that have surprised me in a positive way. In other words, you feel like you cant go wrong with your...
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    When Where to buy good optics

    I will be replacing my Steiner Predator Binoculars. There is no rush. I am seeking information regarding where I might find the best prices on good binoculars. Swaro, Leicia et al. I realize prices might be seasonal as well. When do you typically see the best prices or sale ads? Also...
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    Exo Mountain Water Bladder and Organization

    I own the Exo Mountain 3500. One season with it so far. Great pack for me. However I struggle with where to put my water bladder. I don't like putting it in the side sleeves because that space is so valuable for things like my spotter, etc. After a search, I saw no threads on this specific...
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    Pick a system

    Hi guys, I am not above looking like I shop at garage sales when I hunt. I personally really like core-4-element mountain mimicry. But, that pattern has been discontinued. I need to get some new clothes, and while doing such I might as well pick a line-up that is the same pattern. Because I...
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    DIY Grind Elk Burger Recipe & Process

    This year I want to process my own meat at home. I plan to grind my own big >300" bull elk :) (thinking positively). I have read that a lot of people add 5-10% beef or pork fat to their grind. I would love to hear from other DIY meat processors how you process your ground elk. Please be as...
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    .300 WSM and Elk

    I would love advice from those who use this caliber to hunt elk and have seen many elk die at the hands of a rifle. I own a Tikka T3 in .300 WSM and shoot whitetail and mule deer with 150 gr. Winchester ballistic silvertip ammo. I am exceedingly happy with this combination for deer. I have...
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    Assess my Arrow for Elk

    Just discovered Rok Slide. Looks like serious hunters without alot of BS. What do experienced elk hunters have to say about the following? 28 inch Maxima Red Arrow 350 spine (9.07 gpi), 100 gr BH (montec vs stryker vs standard slick trick), released from a Mathews Helium set at 65 pounds and...

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