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  1. GiantGreg

    First RF binos?

    I’m looking for opinions on first RF binos. I was considering the meopta, Lecia Geovid R, Vortex fury and Nikon. I’m more concerned with try them working and how well. I know vortex warranty, but I’d rather have something that’s not gonna need it. I’ve been running binos and an old vortex ranger...
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    Sidearm carry with pack

    Where I live and hunt is blackbear country and honestly Im not real worried about them unless it was sow with cubs. We do have wild pigs to, and to those worry me more than the bears. I carry A pistol in a holster strong side on my pack hip belt. But when sit down I drop the pack. I know there...
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    Rifle carrier for Kifaru

    So I got a Kifaru tact frame and hoodlum bag , I also have the Kifaru gun beater? It’s a love hate relationship so far. I love the quick access. But after a while especially with a heavy gun, it becomes uncomfortable. Is there a way to maybe use some one else gun carrier to to attach to pack...
  4. GiantGreg

    Family tent “car camping”

    I’m looking for a basic family tent, I was looking at Coleman sundome 6 and Slumberjack daybreak 6. Any other options.? The wife and I used to use. Sundome 4 but now we got 2 small ones, so I’d like something that holds 2 Queen size air mats. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    Air rifle trainer?

    With all the insanity right now I'm considering getting an rifle to use for positional practice. Does anyone else use them? I really know nothing about air rifles so Any recommendations? Sent from my SM-J327VPP using Tapatalk
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    Pack for wife

    The mrs is wanting to go hunting this year. So id say 95% just be day hunts. She might do a mid season 1 night.. eh. But now she does enjoy hiking and car camping alot in summer. She's 5'8" curvy. Mostly just be hunt gear . Layers. But id be good if had enough room for a sleeping bag. Doesn't...
  7. GiantGreg

    Tall rain jackets budget to mid price

    I'm 6'9" looking for a rain jacket. I wear alot of EB some llbean. I have s beyond clothing shift shell which is amazing. But their rain jacket is $350. To much for me. Are those 2 and 2.5 layer rain jackets worth it or just bleh? I was thinking around at $100. I don't plan to hunt in heavy...
  8. GiantGreg

    Work/backpack

    I need a backpack for work edc/ travel. Don't want anything crazy "tactical" looking. I need to be able to fly and take fieldwork at customer plants. I'm work in engineering field, so office and power plants appropriate. I don't want anything super expensive , but i don't want something that's...
  9. GiantGreg

    GPS TRACKER accuracy ONX BASEMAP

    So i been comparing the trackers on both apps using them simultamiously. Yesterday i did hunt. (Started ended same point) onx said 4.63 miles Basemap 3.39 The other day i did Onx 2 27 miles Basemap 1.54 Ive done a few others. Similar results. I've not tested them on known distance. Sent...
  10. GiantGreg

    Pig hunt daylight tips

    I put this under varmint because most states consider them more pest. So i been seeing alot of hog rooting in the woods. Most people i talk too say they see wilds pigs alot. Ive killed two few years ago but they found me. Anyway got any tips for locating them in daytime? We can't hunt them in...
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    Possible Pack regret? stryker

    So how many of you bought the greatest thing since sliced bread then ended up more ehhh. So few things to make clear. - this is not a review or meant to put down a product, this is more about questioning my choice - I'm a crappy hunter - this is my first real hunting pack - I've not pack a deer...
  12. GiantGreg

    Yhm r2 mount options

    So i bought s new tikka and a YHM R2. I specically got the R2 because it uses a interchangable rear mount. My specwar is great but if i want options in case Silencerco goes under and i can't get mounts. Plus it's heavy. Anyway the yhm uses common 1 3/8"-24 mounts. I got a yhm rear and bought...
  13. GiantGreg

    Bald guy ball caps

    So I've been bald for..10 years or so. So below 60 i always wear a beanie. (Minus 33 my current favorite for day to day). Now to be honest I've never been a big fan of hats. But with no hair i kinda dislike them more. But i need it more blue to keep from burning. Anyway. Ive yet to find a...
  14. GiantGreg

    Tall puffy

    I'm in the market for a tall (6'9")puffy. Synthetic. Sitka is only top hunting brand ones i found that offera then in tall. I was looking atbthe active and more so the kelvin lite. But i readon here some taller people weree using kuiu or first lite but seemed like they were just getting the one...
  15. GiantGreg

    Ground hunting

    I hunt public land. Have zero desire. To use a tree stand. I don't like heights and I don't wanna pack any that extra stuff. And I know I'm m hindering myself but I really don't wanna climb a tree. It has hurt me I'm success hasn't been great. Do you all have any tips for whitetail hunting the...
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    Tall guy, looking for first backpacl sleep system

    So very important part. I'm 6'9". I'm looking to get into backpack hunts. So i need a tent..pad, quilt/bag. So far i found : REI co-ophalf dome 2 plus $230 mountain Smith Morrison 2 person on Amazon $140 North face eco trail bed 20 $130 North face eco bag 20 $140, I think id be more...
  17. GiantGreg

    eastern rifle

    I live hunt in hills of Tennessee. For the past few years primary deer/pig gun has been 300blk pistol. Its great, but looking for more range. I hunt woods and open fields out to 500 yards. I got a 308, but its more a heavy tac type gun. I am planning on getting something this fall...
  18. GiantGreg

    Swfa 3-9 opinion

    As of right now I'm planning on picking up a swfa 3-9, next month on their tax sale. Purpose is hunting out to 500. What's some opinion on it? I like classic fixed tier the money. Had some issues with their turrets, but the hd turrets should fix it. Also glass improvement. I looked away the NF...
  19. GiantGreg

    First real pack

    Ok guys I'm in the market for first real pack. Up to this point. I tried to never venture future than a mile from the truck. Shoot drag. (Major suck) I ground hunt in hills of Tennessee. I seen some pictures of guys using the kifaru stryker to basically pack out a deer and pigs whole. Just strap...
  20. GiantGreg

    Rugged dependable optics, and their not so counter parta

    You train, practice, scout, take vacation time that all leads up to one moment. What are somee scopes and add in binoculars to that you believe are tough reliable, and track when it counts and your in the field. Not just a range gun. Also please share info on those that have let you down...

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