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    Trekking pole tents with handles down (Xmid)

    I’m planning to upgrade from my Lanshan 2 tent, because a squirrel chewed up all the edges last elk season. My top choice is the Durstan Xmid2, but from what I can tell it requires the poles to be tops up with handles on the ground. Given my squirrel experience with the Lanshan, I’m not keen on...
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    Tikka + TO84 + NXS torque values for mounting

    Anyone have insights on the torque settings for mounting? Comparing the sportsmatch and Nightforce instructions I see different values: Sportsmatch rings instructions - 15 in-lbs Nightforce instructions - 25 in-lbs For the dovetail clamp screws, the sportsmatch instruction say 38 in-lbs for my...
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    Bench made Altitude - MOLLE attachment on bino harness?

    Does anyone attach their benchmade altitude sheath onto Molle? I’m wondering the best way to do this. Looking to attach the sheath to the bottom of my Marsupial Gear bino harness. Is there special clips or something?
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    Any reason for TO84 over UM Tikka rings? (Apart from cost)

    Hey folks, Just wondering if there’s any reason to choose the TO84 rings over the UM rings for my tikka? This is going on an MDT HNT26 chassis I’m putting together. Got a stainless tikka t3x 6.5cm (chopped barrel to 19.5 inches), the HNT26 chassis, and a Nightforce NXS 2.5-10 already all in...
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    Scope level options for NXS 2.5-10 on Tikka

    Just picked up an NXS and will mount it on my tikka with TO84 rings. Wondering what folks are using for a scope bubble level? This will be in an MDT HNT26 chassis. Are the sportsmatch levels good (see attached in picture)?
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    NXS 2.5-10 Reticle MOA or MIL for hunting?

    I''ve decided on a Nightforce NXS 2.5-10x42 for a 6.5cm Tikka stainless in my MDT HNT26 chassis. Now I'm just trying to decide on which reticle to get. I've never done any sort of dialing for shooting, as I've primarily bow hunted until now. I'm canadian so I like the fact that MILR is base 10 /...
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    Case for folding chassis rifle

    I recently picked up an HNT26 chassis, going to be putting a Tikka 6.5CM action and barrel (cut to 19.5 inches) in it. Does anyone have recommendations on a good case for it? Is it fine to store it in the folded position? I was thinking it would be good to have a hard plastic case with cut out...
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    Best Nightforce NXS 2.5-10 price?

    I’m in Canada but will be down in the USA for a couple weeks next month. Looking to pick up a Nightforce NXS 2.5-10 while I’m down there to hopefully take advantage of cheaper prices. Any good deals going on? I’m open to demo units as well.
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    New tikka chassis build - deciding on rings

    I picked up an MDT HNT26 chassis on their Black Friday sale (40% off a factory second!!). I also picked up a stainless T3X 6.5CM to use as the donor (going to chop the barrel down the 20inches). For the scope, I’m thinking I’ll pick up an NXS 2.5-10 once I find a decent deal on one. Only thing...
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    Deciding on a donor rifle for XLR mag4.0 chassis build

    I’m planning on ‘building’ a chassis rifle for backpack hunting over the next year. I’ve settled on 6.5CM in a XLR Magnesium folding chassis based on my research. but now I’m trying to find a good donor rifle to use. Because I’m trying to not overspend on this, I’ve decided to buy a complete...
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    ElkNut App - how to get all original content

    I’m one of the original purchasers of the ElkNut app from before it got changed to the subscription model last September. I totally understand why Paul changed to the new subscription model, however I opted to just use the now ‘free’ version since when I originally purchased it was for a...
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    OR Helium rain jacket vs BD Stormline Stretch Sizing

    I’m very interested in the Black Diamond stormline stretch rain shell, however there is no local stores where I could try one on. The Outdoor Research Helium rain jacket in size medium fits over my puffy perfectly. Does anyone have both these jackets for a size comparison, or any other info that...
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    WTS Montbell Light Alpine Down Parka Forest Green

    Montbell Men’s Light Alpine Down Parka. Brand new with tags. Medium in Japanese sizing, similar to small (or between Small and Medium) in North American sizing. Forest green colour. Prefer local pickup in Calgary (or anywhere along the road to Kamloops) but willing to ship also if needed. Spent...
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    New katabatic down jacket

    Just saw that Katabatic released a down jacket. I have one of their quilts and it’s been awesome. Anyone tried one of these new jackets yet and have any thoughts on how it compares to other brands?
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    Pro Merino 200 vs Peleton 200 for midlayer

    Another KUIU question - looking for input on a mid layer for backpack hunting in Alberta, typically in September for 7-10 day trips. Current setup I've used the past 3 years is lightweight merino long sleeve, a down puffy, and a Kuiu Guide soft shell jacket. Looking to optimize for comfort &...
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    Kuiu Zip Off Merino Bottoms - which ones?

    Anyone have insights on the zip off base layers from Kuiu? On sale right now so looking to pick some up. Trying to decide between the 145 and the 200 weight merino. I currently use icebreaker 200 merino and like them, but I’m not sure if they are equivalent to the 200 from kuiu. Icebreaker...
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    SKRE Lost Peak Ultralight jacket vs others

    Anyone have experience with this as a midlayer? Pretty good sale on for it right now. How’s it compare to the stone glacier/first lite/kuiu equivalents?
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    Katabatic Quilts 850FP vs 900FP

    After much deliberation, I think I've settled on Katabatic for my quilt (upgrading from an old mountain hardware mummy bag). I'm wondering if the 900FP is worth the extra ~$100? I'm in Canada so with the currency difference it stings even more. I know the 850FP would be slightly heavier (1-2 oz...
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    10 vs 20deg quilt

    Any thoughts on getting a 10 vs 20 degree quilt? Looking at picking up an elcoyote but can’t decide. I want to use it for scouting in the summer, and hunting in the fall. For reference, I hunt in Alberta foothills and mountains from sept-mid October. Anytime after that I’ll have a tipi with...
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    WTS DIY Titanium Stove Parts

    UPDATED WITH ADDITIONAL PARTS ON FEBRUARY 14TH. I had a big titanium sheet cut down into pieces for the stove tops. Was planning to try to make a batch of these as complete stoves to sell, but ended up not having time due to work. So I'm selling components that I had sourced for prototyping. I...

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