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    Surefire Minimus headlamp

    For 200 bucks. I would buy two 80 dollar lights and buy 40 in beer.
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    Patagonia R1 vs Sitka Heavyweight Hoody

    I have an r1 I have had for over 10 years. Still wear it almost daily during the winter. I throw in pack for alpine camping in the summer. Love sleeping in it. The SG Helio is almost identical. Maybe a bit lighter? So far has been great too.
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    Late Season Tent Upgrade

    3 man and stove in a Cimarron would be no go unless the 3rd was a kid. I run a SO 6 man tipi with stove for rifle. My buddy and I are both 6'5". Plenty of room. 3rd would be doable but not as comfortable
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    Wolves in CO gone wild

    https://www.cpr.org/2024/04/18/colorado-reintroduced-wolves-killed-four-cattle-in-grand-county/ This could get interesting way quicker than I thought.
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    Zeiss "Lifetime" Warranty - refusal to stand behind its product

    I always get a kick out of reading this type of thread. Thanks for the entertainment!! Safe to say with the strong modern day interwebz you can pick a brand and someone, somewhere will have an issue with it. You can be damn sure they will scream from the rooftops. For me, I will continue...
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    Water heater installation cost in mtn west

    2k here front range CO. Parts were close to 1k and 3 guys 1k in labor. Replaced 16yo unit that was not easy to pull out. Took them about 3 hours total. I could have probably done it but might take me all day. Sometimes time and money is a break even.
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    Restore Old Windows or Replace

    Windows are an interesting topic. I went Milgard Ultra (fiberglass) after extensive research. Overall, I have been happy. I bought them as new construction with the nail flange. Ran zip tape for the flashing. Install is almost as important as the window itself. One other quick tip. High...
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    Puffy/insulated pants in tall sizes?

    Mh compressor work well with my 36" inseam. Goose feet does custom. Might be worth a look.
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    Choosing new binos (swaro, zeiss, vortex)

    I ran my Conquests for a long time. Nothing can touch it for 650 in my opinion. Recently upgraded to the SF. Definitely a wow factor for me and my eyes. Swaros are top dog for sure. They just never wowed me, especially at a 3k price point. I would love to see a "bino blind taste test"...
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    Good eats Waikiki

    This is what I recommend. Caught 20 miles west of Waikiki Friday.
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    Best cold weather glove.

    Mercury mitts are awesome. Had mine for 7 years and they have held up great. Hands good below zero.
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    How bout them Chiiiiiueeeeeefs!!

    Back to back
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    What's your favourite shell jacket for the winter/rain?

    Beyond clothing makes some good ones.
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    Cape Buffalo Packing Some Lead

    Amateur hour. Surprised one of the blokes didn't take a round with all the great marksmanship going on. Ugly on a lot of fronts.
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    Upgrade Conquests?

    Wow that is awesome information. Leaning towards the sf and call it a day!
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