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    Horizontal stringing issue

    Have a mule deer rifle hunt coming up and I headed out to the range this afternoon to re-zero my lightweight .30-06 for what I plan to leave it set up with for all my western hunting, a 180 Partition (Federal Premium factory at this point, still need to mess with a hand load for this gun)...
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    Strategy for CO hunt Sept 10-17?

    Hey all, We have been on several CO elk hunts (archery and muzzleloader), and drew a mule deer tag with 3 points this year. We fly in September 9 and will be hunting starting the 10. Have an area/unit in mind, but am looking for info on strategy during that time frame. From the research I’ve...
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    Best Picatinny rail for Weatherby Vanguard?

    I’m swapping the Leupold on my Vanguard Backcountry.30-06 for a Zeiss V4 4-16x44. I just ordered the Zeiss lightweight low rings and need to pick up a rail for the rifle. It looks like Talley, Warne, EGW, and Leupold all make some. Wondering if there is much difference, I know that should all...
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    How damaging is scent left in the field?

    We all know how sensitive elk’s noses are to the scent coming directly off us, but I haven’t found much information as to the “scent trails” we leave behind. If you’re slipping down a trail looking for a spot to stop and call, are you basically going “scorched earth”, where turning back around...
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    KUIU Summit Refuge?

    Anybody running one of these? In my quest to pare down my gear, this thing seems ideal. It comes is almost 1/4 lb lighter than a Mountain Shelter LT for more room, but has many available configurations. Add the ground cloth and stove jack for snow, bathtub floor with bug net for AK hunts, pole...
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    KUIU Kenai more durable than expected.

    Just an FYI for anyone interested, I’ve heard a lot of concerns about the Kenai jacket being fragile and not suited as an outer layer. Handling it that would seem to be the case, but after wearing mine yesterday I ended up having to push through quite a bit of head high brush (1/4”-1” diameter)...
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    15x binos vs 65mm spotter

    I currently run Zeiss Conquest HD 10x42’s with a bino adapter, which are all I need for my general hunting here in FL. We hunted elk in CO this year and I was able to clearly see cows out past a mile. Getting out around two miles, I was only able to tell which were bulls when they were...
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    Zeiss Conquest Hd Binos on Camofire

    Just a heads up, Zeiss Conquest HD 10x42 binos with a badlands harness for $850 on Camofire.
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    Starting application/points process for Bighorn

    I’d like to hunt bighorns at some point in my life, I don’t care if they are deserts or rockies. I realize this is likely to be a 20 year plus process, so I need to get started now. With the draw odds and being a non-resident, I’m looking at a budget of $200-$300 each year applying, and starting...
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    How many spare loads do you carry?

    I’m curious how many spare loads you carry in tubes on your person with a single tag. Is 2 plus the one you’ve got in the gun sufficient, plus more at camp in the event of being soaked though, knocking your sights off, etc? Worst case scenario would seem that you miss your first shot of the...
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    Source for topo/satellite maps?

    I’m looking for a reasonable sized paper/synthetic map that is topo on one side and satellite on the other. Obviously it would have to be custom to the area. Private land boundaries would be a plus. Anyone used a service like this? I lack the tech skills to go into a Kinkos and print a google...
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    How feasible would assembling a Rokslide boot library be?

    There’s a fly fishing website where they have assembled an arsenal of rods that are available for members to try out. I’m wondering if it would be possible to do something similar on here for boots, and if there would be enough demand. A lot of us live in areas where we cannot try certain...
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    Deadloading/taking it easy before the hunt?

    This may not be the case for guys who train year round, but I imagine the typical hunter does some moderate training for a couple months before their hunt, then tries to really step it up as they get close to going. I’m sure many of them start off with strained muscles and haven’t fully...
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    Carrying a muzzleloader after notching your tag?

    I drew a muzzleloader cow tag for CO and will be going with guys that are bow hunting. Since we don’t plan on carrying a pistol, I’m wondering about the legality of continuing to carry a loaded muzzleloader for protection (2 or 4 legged) if I happen to fill my tag early. The regs state that...
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    What’s up with counting partial pack weights?

    In my quest to put together the lightest backpack hunting setup I can, I’ve discovered that most people are listing their pack weights without a weapon, optics, or water, among other things. You’ll see someone claiming their pack weighs in at 22 lbs, but when they actually hit the trail it’s...
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    KUIU Teton Rain Pants, XXL

    I have a brand new pair of KUIU Teton Rain Pants, Verde in size XXL. They’ve been worn for less than 5 minutes inside the house, no wear or dirt whatsoever. When I bought them from their outlet that was the only size available, they’ve since added the smaller sizes which will fit me better...
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    Going up a size in Lowa’s?

    My feet are a full size 12 with lightweight socks. In sneakers, cowboy boots, insulated boots, and anything that has some stretch or give, a 12 fits me perfect though snug. On boots with a full rand and no insulation, 12’s are barely too tight and rub, giving me hot spots. I tried a pair of...
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    Clothing help for Sept Elk hunt in CO.

    Hey guys, I’m looking for some input on picking the right clothing for a 2nd/3rd week of September elk hunt in Colorado, at around 10,000 feet. I’m not new to backpacking or hunting in the 20-70 degree temps I hear can be expected, but I’m struggling to choose a lightweight system that will be...
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    Foul weather/short range/lightweight rifle?

    First, I'm glad to have found this place. It is rare to have so much knowledge and first-hand experience without the name calling/temper tantrums if someone happens to disagree. You guys are truly a cut above. :D I live on the east coast and have been hunting for quite some time, and I'm...

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