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    Heel pain/blister

    I have some Crispi Idaho's that just give me a ton of pain in the back of my heel, which then leads to a blister. I love the design of the boot, but after almost 100 miles hoping some break in period would help, there's no change. Today I hiked up and down 1800' and pain was so bad I'm nearly...
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    Ultralight Saw for Cutting Skull Cap

    Any recommendations for a very light weight saw for cutting the skull cap off of an elk? I spike camp and really trying to keep the weight down this year, including on the pack outs. I don't need a firewood saw, it would be specifically for capping skulls. But if it was multi-purpose, all the...
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    Camera vs. Camcorder Advice?

    Where do you stand on camera vs. camcorder for capturing video on multiday hunts? I have a GoPro, but I'm looking for something that gives me better video at long ranges and in dim light. I'm struggling to decide between a camera (mirror less-type camera with HD video) or a dedicated camcorder...
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    Drying Gear in the Backcountry - HOW???

    Interested in hearing how you dry gear during a backcountry hunt, especially hunting in areas with lots of brush/huckleberries. I hunt North Idaho, and this fall was one of wettest on record. My buds and I packed in with good, light weight, quality gear, but it was no match for the amount of...
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    Big Agnes Fly Creek UL1 w/ Footprint - like new: WTS/WTT

    Anyone interested in a Big Agnes Fly Creek UL1 tent and footprint? Everything is in like new condition - I can hardly find evidence of any dirt. Tent comes with all of the stuff sacks that you'd get if purchased new, and all stakes, and the pole repair sleeve, etc. I've spent 3 nights in it -...
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    Kuiu Gaiters Verde Large WTT, WTT + Cash, WTS

    Hey Guys, Trying to find a home for these Kuiu Gaiters size Large in Verde camo. These gaiters have been used during my 2016 season in North Idaho... needless to say, there's a few scrapes, but overall plenty of life left. I'll point out some wear on each one in the same area, inside ankle...
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    Spike Camp Position

    Hi Folks, I'm interested to hear your thoughts on where to position spike camp relative to elk and relative to the terrain that I'm hunting? For example, I'm spiking out multiple nights in a row and will camp in a different spot each night based on where I end up at the end of the day. If I'm...
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    CDA Idaho FNG

    Hello Roksliders! Finally converting from lurker to participant. After getting Robbie's book for Christmas, and really enjoying the read, I was compelled to support the site and get involved. Looking forward to learning from you all, and hoping I can share relevant experience as appropriate...

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