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    Hunting Rig/vehicle forum?

    Don't know if this has been suggested before but I know things like tires and tire chains have come up. Also, who doesn't use some kind of vehicle to go hunting or get pack animals to the trailhead?
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    What App?

    What long range shooting smart phone app is everyone using? What's the most user friendly app for a new to long range wannabe? What's the best app for mill rads or does it matter? Thanks in advance.
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    Tikka mounts for long range?

    Have a tikka t3 (not t3x) 7mm RM and ordered a Bushnell elite tactical 4.5-18×44mm scope for it. What mounts do you gentleman recommend? I was looking at the extreme hardcore gear base(with the built in level)and ?? For rings. My end goal is 1000 yrds. Thank you.
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    Knight Ultralight Conversion Question

    Is the firing pin assembly the same between bare 209 and musket cap bolts? I ask because I have a bare 209 bolt, breech plug, and breech plug shims I would like to trade for the western (musket cap) conversion bolt and breech plug. Thanks.
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    Kight Ultralight?

    So looking at kights website if I want to buy a ultralight with open sights I have to buy the western edition? I want a bare 209 with open sights UL does anyone know if Kight would sell me a 209 bolt/breach plug?
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    cleaning your optics?

    I was wondering how you all clean your high dollar optics?
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    Backcountry Carry

    I'm looking for opinions on a sidearm as last archery season I was bluff charged by a cow moose.I was thinking of a dbl action revolver .357 or larger, I like the idea of guns like the tarus judge having the option to shoot .410 shells at the occasional treed grouse. I would like to keep it...
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    Sleep System Upgrade

    I am looking at upgrading my sleep system. Right now it consists of a Big Agnes copper spur ul2, rei radiant 10*down bag, BAIAC pad regular, cocoon IAC pillow, and z-lite pad. I am thinking of going the tarp/bivi route after watching Aron's scouting video. I have in mind a Kifaru super tarp...
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    Tri-Pod adapter for Binoculars

    I've seen adapters for binoculars ranging from $15 to $100. What bino adapter are you using, how is it holding up, and how much did it cost? I have some Meopta Meostar 10x42's and they are threaded on the front for an adapter. Thanks Tom
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    Scope for stock Tikka

    Well, I got my Tikka T3 lite stainless 7MM Rem Mag and it needs a scope, I want to stay under $300 and with the stock 1" rings. I don't think I'll be shooting game past 300yrds and mostly just rifle season cow/doe freezer tags. Also what reticle would should I go with? Thanks! Tom
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    South San Juans CO

    Just a heads up prior to season this year, I don't know how it will effect archery season for elk.
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    Cleaning Kit?

    What is everyone using for their cleaning kit?
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    Meopta meostar HD VS. Zeiss Conquest HD Binos?

    I did a search and found reviews on both but not a comparison of the two and was wondering what are the pros and cons of each from you that have some time behind both? A few more ?'s I have also are: Do demo/open box still carry full warranty? witch of the two would be easier to use the...
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    Next Major Gear Purchase?

    I am a little torn between two items for my next major gear purchase. Should I update my hunting rifle: currently Ruger M77MrkII .30-06 w/ old 3-9x40mm Redfield scope to a Tikka T3 Lite SS in 7mm Rem Mag w/ a vortex 4-12x40 or 44mm scope or buy a pair of Meopta Meostar HD 10x42 or demo Zeiss...
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    Down Sleepingbag/Gear Care?

    How do you wash your down gear like a sleeping Bag? Also, what washing detergent, proses do you use, and what were the results?
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    Havalon Bolt

    Has anyone used this knife to de-bone deer/elk? are the 60A blades much better at not breaking than the 60XT blades or is the barracuda blaze a better but more pricy option? Thanks
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    Dry Q Elite ?

    Does anyone have any experience with the Mountain Hardware Dry Q Elite rain gear?
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    1LB Vs. $250?

    I'm looking at Rifles in 7MM REM MAG and found the Tikka T3 Lite Stainless ( I'd have to look for a scope around $200) and the Savage Model 116 Trophy Hunter XP Package. I know the Tikka has a solid reputation but what about the savage? does it compare with the Tikka except for the weight? the...
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    Full Cal Bullets?

    Who uses full cal pistol or other bullets in their guns for states or seasons requiring no sabots and what are you shooting?
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    Buget Scopes

    What are some good quality rifle scopes that won't break the bank? say under $250.
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