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    Pack covers?

    A garbage bag is not adequate for heavy use. At night, no problem, but not for hiking. In BC, AK there is too much brush and the garbage bags will tear and when it rains, this is where pack cover is necessary as walking through big, wet bush is guaranteed to soak anything. I've had good luck...
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    Sheep Hunting Packs?

    I've used Kifaru (3 models), Dana Design (Astralplane), Mystery Ranch (Nice 6500, G7000, Nice 8500) and Barney's Pinnacle and Moose. I've had clients with everything else in between: Camp Trails, Osprey, Blacks Creek, Lowe/Alpine, Gregory, Kelty, Eberlestock. One of the only packs I've never...
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    7mm vs 300

    7mm vs 30 cal is an interesting debate. I like both. The man behind the rifle is the most important, assuming both have a good rifle. There are lots of factors to consider: rifle weight, bullet selection (high BC or penetrating/premium bullet), estimated shot distance, recoil, muzzle brake...
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    blisters

    Blister prevention is the key. A proper fitting boot, with custom insoles will help, but not guarantee blister prevention. I take the crap out of my feet if I know I will have a real shit kicker hike, especially if there is lots of side hill work. Climbing straight up a mountain is...
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    Kenetrek Mountain Extremes & Crampons?

    You can use "strap-on" crampons with the Kenetrek Mountain extremes, but not strap on Crampons. Kenetrek's new Guide Boot is Step in Crampon Compatable. It is a very stiff/solid boot. The yellow boots made by La Sportiva are a great crampon compatible boot. I think they are called the Nepals.
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    Trekking Poles

    This is a good topic. I use one of two brands: Leki and Black Diamond. I don't like anti-shock for hunting and for rocks, as they are heavier, longer when collapsed and when I dig them into an object, I don't want them to move. Use them with the small snow hood on the end or they can get...
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    Plantar Fasciitis

    a3dhunter, you have given some good advice. I suffered from planter f. for years. It really sucks. All the pointers/tips you suggested, I did also. For me, the best was rest and getting proper, custom orthothodic insoles, which fit my feet and kept my feet from flattening out. It got really...
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    Lathrop and Sons Boot Options?

    Aron, all the models you mentioned are good. The Hanwag is an excellent foot, but fits a wider foot better. They are more similar in fit to Meindl, also a German foot. I found the Lowa to fit a slighter narrower boot. I had 2 pairs of Salomon boots, years ago and they were great and also a...
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    Insoles

    This is a great topic, Aron. I've been using custom and replacement insoles for over 15 years. The first ones I used were made by Spenco, then Superfeet, then Custom insoles. I've also used the Lathrop insoles and the SOLE brand. Plus, I've had 3 different types of Custom insoles made for...
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    Where is the best place to hunt true Stones?

    Heidi is very good outfitter, but for archery, I think there are better places. There doesn't seem to be as many legal rams in her area as there used to be. The best way to hunt is to use horses to get to area, then hunt on foot, sleeping in the mtns, so you don't have to travel back and forth...
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    Rifle Performance

    Thanks Robby. I appreciate your insight also. Glad you enjoyed my reviews in HF. I enjoyed providing the information to people. Keep up the good work yourself.
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    Help a country boy out....Many questions

    Montana's Unlimited hunt is for experienced mountain hunters, but it is possible to kill a ram. Most people will have a good walk about, if nothing else. I forgot to mention this until I read Bitteroot Bulls post and it reminded me of this hunt. It is the only place in the lower 48 that a...
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    Help a country boy out....Many questions

    Josh, If you are serious about getting a bighorn, you are young and will probably get drawn if you apply in enough states. I've drawn a Desert (AZ) and Rocky (MT). In some states, most of the available licenses go to the hunters with the highest number of Pref or bonus points. There is still...
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    Timberline vs. 6500

    Both are great packs. The Mystery Ranch is the most bomb Proof pack on the market, but when I used the Kifaru, with loads up to 130 lbs on a couple trips last year, it worked great; there were no failures. I use a Mystery ranch 8500 (custom made) for my big trips, but I was very impressed with...
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    What I don't bring on a backpack hunt anymore!

    I leave the kitchen sink, jumper cables, come along and reloading press at home now.
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