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    Slik 833 CF Tripod Multiuse

    The 833 is a big tripod. I just don't want to get one that will fail overtime if used for a shooting tripod. I will be developing a load over this late spring and summer and want to get my shooting aid dialed in. My sister and her husband have been in this area hunting twice now and what I...
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    Slik 833 CF Tripod Multiuse

    Wanted to get some feedback on whether the Slik 833 would be acceptable to use for a shooting tripod. I hope to be doing an open country elk hunt this fall. I want to be able to glass/photograph/video/shoot from one tripod. This model lists a 15 lb load limit. Will be shooting tikka t3x...
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    Quick Lock Chest Rig for Glock 20 10mm

    Anybody have expierience with this rig? Good or bad? How does it compare to the gunfighter kenai?
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    Most expensive piece of gear you've lost on a hunt?

    Knives, gloves, hats, calls, seat cushions, headlamps, flashlights. Notice multiples of each one. I'd lose my ass if not part of my body. I've done alot better the past few years. A friend of mine worked for the utility and they did a thing called circle of safety. Had a magnet that you put...
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    I've got Coronavirus - FWIW

    I hope you continue to do well and recover completely.
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    Filling the freezer!

    Thanks guys!
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    Filling the freezer!

    Took my first deer with a bow in many years. Hope she will be the first of at least several more. Just got back into the compound game and being serious about it. It turned into a perfect stalk setup. Coming up the mountain really slow and methodical. Spotted a group of deer at about 45 yards...
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    New guy in Virginia

    Welcome. Getting to be alot of VA guys on here. I'm over by Bristol VA.
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    Substantial improvements to hunting gear in the last 10 years?

    As I started to think about it I almost can't believe how much the gear I am using has improved in the past ten years. I am probably more frugal now than I was then. Now I invest in gear instead of just buying s%@$. It kind of started with my first pair of three layer goretex Simms waders. At...
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    Western Mountaineering Opinions

    I looked it over put it in the storage sack and hung it in the closet. I haven't felt bad about it other than hitting the checkout button. I've saved and scratched for a while now and researched it to death. I guess I will see how it does in 4 or so months. I sleep cold so I'd say it could see...
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    Western Mountaineering Opinions

    I just took shipment of the WM kodiak today. I've been eyeing them for a year now. I've fondled some of the higher rated bags at the local outfitters. I am very impressed the product out of the box. Do you guys find these bags as impressive as their billing?
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    Kifaru Dominating the Hunting Market

    It's good stuff no doubt about that. It's hard to convince your average guy that he should spend 700+ bucks on a pack. Most people in my opinion come to the market for a very specific reason. Seems that kifaru does a dang good job of being at the forefront of the market. With that being said I...
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    Warm, quiet camo for a tight budget newbie?

    Most of us have been in the same position. I feel your pain for sure. I am just past that season of my life but still struggle to find pieces that fit my needs that are within my budget. Cabelas has there MT050 whitetail extreme pants on sale thru today. They are goretex and insulated. 149$ is a...
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    Kimber 84m

    I dont shoot at the club. I have friends up that way and my mother and stepdad live right down the road from there. Do you shoot in Saltville? Sent from my SM-J737V using Tapatalk
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    How hunting may have saved my life

    You have a beautiful family brother. We know not what we will go through in this life. Cherish every moment with your family and friends and enjoy your passions. Above all give God the glory for it all. May you have a speedy recovery. Keep us updated with your progress if you want. Sent from my...
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