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    SG Grumman vs kifaru LPP vs Rab electron pro (or neutrino pro)?

    Yeah the Neutrino and the Electron are both awesome jackets and if you find the right sale they can be had for great prices. The difference between the two is slightly different baffle design and the Electron has 190grams/ 6.7oz of down whereas the Neutrino has 212gram/ 7.5oz of down. Same...
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    SG Grumman vs kifaru LPP vs Rab electron pro (or neutrino pro)?

    So with that knowledge now we can understand why the field reports are saying that the Rab Electron is warmer. The Electron is 850 fill also and has more of it than the Grumman, 6.7oz to 5.3oz respectively. So the CLO rating of the Electron Pro should be amended to 2.53 x 6.7oz= 16.9 total CLO...
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    SG Grumman vs kifaru LPP vs Rab electron pro (or neutrino pro)?

    So I did some research on this because it was bothering me why a lot of people that own both the Rab Electron Pro and the Stone Glacier Grumman say that the Rab is warmer and I had found a Rab Electron for a great price. It wouldn't make sense according to this great post by @millsms. It also...
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    Wind stopper shirt?

    search my name and wind layer and you should be able to find the million posts Ive made on this question.
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    Sleeping Pads and Insulation type

    Ive had an Exped down mat for several years and Ive never experienced any issues of losing warmth from the down being compressed. Ive slept on mine below zero multiple nights. I don't think there is a quality difference between Thermarest or Exped and both are incredibly warm and comfortable...
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    Seek Outside Twilight 3p

    My questions are: 1. Does it have sod skirts like a Cimarron or Redcliff? 2. Does the vestibule door pitch fully to the ground?
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    Seek Outside Twilight 3p

    Has anyone got theirs in hand yet? I have questions
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    Chilkoot Bag too Narrow?

    I have a 15 and I love it. It is really roomy for me until about mid thigh. From there down I do feel it is a little tight. Im a pretty active sleeper and every once in awhile it bothers me. It doesn't bother me enough to look for a different bag or suggest something different to people though...
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    Cheap Titanium Stove

    Following for review
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    Xmid 1 or 2 mainly will be used for solo hunting

    I was seriously considering a Xmid 1 or 2. Ultimately Ive decided to stick with a DST tarp and bivy for archery. Faster in good weather and super versatile having a tarp. I think the Xmids are awesome though.
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    SO redcliff features

    I agree with a lot of what was said about liners. I dont have them. The stove takes care of most of it and I pack a large sponge to take care of the rest. A sponge weighs almost nothing, liners are heavy lol.
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    How will 75% Tag Allocation Affect Preference Points in CO?

    Maybe Ive been watching too much Civil War stuff lately but I think a lot of the concepts we argue about here are precisely because we call and consider ourselves Residents and Non Residents. I'm not a resident of Colorado, I'm a citizen of Colorado. Its my State. If you don't live here you are...
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    Layering question from an FNG

    Respectfully I disagree. A rain jacket will absolutely block wind and can be used that way. It is in no way as versatile as a wind shirt though. You will sweat out a rain jacket trying to hike in it in most conditions whereas a light wind shirt worn next to a base layer will breath and you can...
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    Layering question from an FNG

    It depends on how hard its raining and/or what wind layer you go with. If its just spitting rain or lightly raining, you could get away just fine with a light goretex windstopper hoody for example. Do some research on wind layers. John Barklow has done a ton of podcasts and videos talking about...
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    Layering question from an FNG

    I agree with sizing your rain jacket to fit over puffy. You are most likely going to be dealing with snow out here instead of rain especially if you go 2nd season. Id invest in some quality gaiters and get a super cheap pair of rain pants. Mostly your feet and legs get wet from trudging through...
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    SO redcliff features

    If I had it to do over again and I'm mainly going with just two guys, Id get the single door light version. It places the stove in the back of the shelter instead of on one side and it gives two guys equal room on each side and the same proximity to the stove. Unless you are really wanting to...
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    Warmest mid layer hoody for us thin blooded guys?

    If we are talking active hunting then get something from the Sitka Ambient line and a light windshirt to wear under it when the wind is blowing. If you are static glassing or sitting, I don't care what mid layer you have the puffy layer needs to come out to stay warm in the cold. The Ambient...
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    Help me decide on new late season boots

    I have worn them down to about -10. I did and do put some little hotties toe warmers in when it gets super cold though. Id say warmth wise they are comparable to 400g thinsulate. I didn't get the Sawtooths because they were never in stock when I was shopping. I handled them a few times at...
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    Help me decide on new late season boots

    I ended up going with the Zamberlan 1005 Hunter Pro Evo gtx . They have been my favorite late season boot Ive ever owned so far. Break in wasn't too bad and I was pretty surprised how comfortable the high uppers ended up being once they molded to my feet and ankles. Overall pros: They are...
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    Warming up vehicles in winter

    Former diesel mech. here. These articles are complete propaganda in my opinion. In cold weather engines absolutely need some warm up time. Even with modern high quality synthetic oils that flow well. Engines are made with several dissimilar metals that all heat and expand at different rates. The...

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