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    Does 2.8 + 2.8 = 5.6 ?? Pad question

    So to put it simply, yes??? but also to add that if I were to add an inexpensive inflatable on top it could be > R5.6 I am also a side sleeper and currently use two pads. First I put down the ridgerest down and add a cheap but also much heavier self inflating pad on top. I have had success...
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    Does 2.8 + 2.8 = 5.6 ?? Pad question

    Looking at upgrades to my sleep system, similar to Twinndaddy I am intrigued by the quilt idea . I have a Thermarest ridgerest which has a 2.8 R value. If I just got another one and stacked them, would I then have a 5.6 R value? Does anyone else use multiple pad system that you can...
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    2013 Elk Meatpole

    First Ever Elk. Colorado, OTC, DIY, Public Land.
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    Weekend Scouting Trip

    I can not wait until I can take my own boys with me, it sure will make it easier to get permission from the wife. Can you tell me what pack the boy has? I will be looking in the next 5 years to get something from my son when he turns 11.
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    2013 Colorado Archery Elk Hunt

    Take a look at the stats on the CDOW website. First you need to look at how many Muzzy tags are issued for your unit, then look at how many are Resident vs Non (typically 2/3 will go to residents). I would guess that most resident hunters hunt the weekends on both ends of the muzzy season...
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    The Frontal Shot!

    If you hit only one lung on a frontal, or broadside shot, what is an elk most likely to do? Will it keep going and join up with the herd like nothing every happened, or will it act like a gut shot and bed down in 100 - 200 yeards?
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    The Frontal Shot!

    Aron, I love a good opinion fest. Love everything you have done for the hunting comunity and great advise you have provided me with personaly. http://www.rokslide.com/forums/showthread.php?216-Mechanical-or-Fixed-what-are-your-thoughts-for-elk
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    Meat Care, long trip with early success

    I would like to hear some thoughts on meat care to avoid any problems. My hunting partners and I are planning our trip to CO for a two week hunt (Sept. 14-28). We will have coolers with ice at the truck and god willing we have some early success. What would you do to take nessasarry...
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    The Frontal Shot!

    Aron is back to stir the pot a little more. First he askes about machanical heads now frontal shots, trying to drum up a little RokSlide activity? Good discussion none the less, I would take that shot in a heartbeat, but it's not for everyone.
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    Help select a new bugle

    I currenlty have the Primos Terminator, I do like the reed for location bugles, but there is not much versatility with the reed. Once I take off the reed and use a diaphragm you can make any sound. Well now I am looking for a couple of bugles as gifts for my two hunting partners. I am looking...
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    Which tent for backcountry 2013?

    I will be rolling with the same tent that I have had for Backpacking for 10 years. It fits two people well and on those solo hunting trips offers plenty of room for me and ALL my gear to be protected. REI Half Dome Plus. The BIG issue is it weighs a TON compaired to the new tents, but I just...
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    Who subscribes to Extreme Elk Magazine?

    .. That's my pad... but I took one step further and only got the small size....Really poor... My pack weighed 70 pounds just because I can't afford new gear. Yes, I have already started training for this coming 14 day backpacking elk hunt. Also a subscriber for the second year, best...
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