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    Knives: money money or not

    I have been researching what knife to buy for a backcountry elk hunt. Some guys say a cheaper knife works for them. Why spend $250 or more when I can spend $50? What are the differences in the knives? What should a guy do? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    Dry Bag Size

    I’m looking to purchase a dry bag for my sleep system and other items I need to keep dry. I currently have an Exo 4800 pack. What size of dry bag should I get? What should I consider keeping in my dry bag? I am going on a September Elk hunt in Colorado and am new to the backcountry hunting...
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    Bino Pack/pistol set up

    First off I’m trying to decide to put a holster on my Exo pack on the belt or to put it on my Bino harness. In the first episode of land of the free at the 1430 Mark Trent has his Bino pack with his firearm to the side of it. Does anyone know what this set up might look like? Sent from my...
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    10x42 OR 12x50 plus tripods

    Elk hunting and some Muley hunting. Which optic do you prefer and why? Also, how does a tripod play in this? Thanks! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    After the pack out

    I am a new elk hunter here. What do you do with the meat after the pack out. I’ve heard some take to a processor right away. What if that isn’t an option. What do I need to do to make sure the meat is taken care of after packing out? This is assuming we want to get back to hunting right away...
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    One area or jump from spot to spot

    I recently was listening to a podcast where they were talking about focusing on one area meaning 30,000 or so acres or a couple drainages. Their reasoning was once you get used to and accustomed to that area it is easier to find elk. Others have said continue to move from area to area until you...
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    CO Units 18 and 28

    Hi all, I’m heading out to CO this summer around Winter Park to look around these units. We plan on a September Archery hunt but don’t know much about them. One of the big questions is will these units hold elk during September. Talked with a buddy that went out to CO last year and the unit...
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    First Lit gear what to get?

    I am trying to make some decision on first lite clothing for a September elk hunt in CO. I am having a hard time deciphering what to get. My budget is small and just need the essentials. Currently I have the wick hoody. Looking to add layers. I am trying to decide between the following. Guide...
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    WTT Handgun safes

    Looking for some recommendations for a good handgun safe. Would like it to hold a minimum of two guns. Main purpose is to keep our kids safe. Thanks! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    Crispi Colorado size

    Do the crispy Colorado boots fit to the size that they say? How does the width of the boot compare as well? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    Exo mountain pack

    Looking to purchase an exo mountain K3 pack in the near future. Looking for information on if they ever have a sale or discount codes applied to a purchase. Thank you in advance for any input given. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    9mm Ammo

    First off I am new to handguns. Looking to figure out what 9mm ammo I should purchase for target shooting compared to what I should carry for personal protection? Thanks for your input. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    Crispi Colorado

    Do these boots run what I would say is a normal size. So if you are a size 11 then a size 11 in the crispi colorados is what I should get. Also, anyone get these a half size big for thicker socks. Thanks for the replies. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    Handguns

    Just curious what everyone carries when in the backcountry and there is a possible threat of bears?? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    September elk hunt boot

    What crispis? Colorados or Nevada’s? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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