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    Wind proof Balaclava

    I went duck hunting this morning and used a First Lite Tundra, temps were in the 20s with a 25 mph wind. The Tundra was nice and warm but the wind cut through it and introduced a little chill. Are there any similar pieces out there that have more wind resistance?
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    Cleaning Steep Country Sheath

    After cleaning my deer Friday I put my Steep Country back in the sheath for the drag out and got the sheath full of gunk. It’s the original black kydex sheath. I’ve tried soaking it in soapy water but every time I put the blade back in it comes out covered in fat and crud. Any tips on getting...
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    6.5 CM Barnes LR

    Academy has a good deal on 127gr Vrtx-LR right now. I picked up a couple boxes for the Vanguard you jerks talked my into. https://www.academy.com/p/barnes-vor-tx-lr-premium-hunting-boat-tail-65-creedmoor-127-grain-rifle-ammunition
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    Duluth Trading 25% Off

    Duluth Trading is running a 25% off on almost everything right now. I got a White River Small Game knife for $120.
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    WTS/WTT Asolo Reston sz 12

    I bought a pair of Asolo Reston waterproof boots a couple years ago and despite all my efforts and wishes I can not get these boots to work for me. Probably worn less than a half dozen times and never in the dirt. They have just been sitting on my shelf collecting dust. $75 and will consider...
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    Hoffman Mountaineer Sizing

    I’m continuing to hunt for a pair of cold weather tree stand boots that will work for me and plan to try the Hoffman Mountaineers next. I called and visited with them on sizing but I’m all over the place in shoe sizes and they weren’t quite sure which way to tell me to go. I’m hoping some of...
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    Garmin Fenix Apps

    I’ve had a Garmin Fenix 5 for years but have basically used it as a glorified FitBit. I’m wanting to actually start using more of its capabilities. What apps has everyone found useful? The only one I’ve downloaded is a stopwatch which does get regular use.
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    Cold Feet- Insulated Boots

    The last two weekends my feet have frozen while hunting. Temperatures have been in the 20s and I’m sitting in a ground blind or in a stand. The first weekend I was wearing Lacrosse Alpha Lite boots with merino socks, this weekend I had Magellan Pro rubber boots claiming 800g of insulation...
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    Mid Layer Pants for Stands

    I am needing some recommendations on mid layer pants for stand hunting. Last Saturday I hunted in 25* with a north wind at 10-15 mph while sitting in the shade of a cedar tree all day. My upper body felt fine my my lower body and feet were freezing unless I was up moving around. My base is a...
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    Hex Plug CVA Optima Powders

    I bought an older (2006) CVA Optima this spring for my first BP rifle and finally got it all cleaned up. The firing pin was froze up and I got it drilled out and replaced today so I think I’m ready to shoot. I had bought two bottles of BH209 over the summer but after some more reading it...
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    Red headlamp with throw

    I’m looking for a red headlamp with good throw for walking into stands in the morning. I’m using a Black Diamond Spot 350 currently and am happy with the white light but the red barely lights up my shoes. Walking in to my stand last weekend I spooked up a bedded deer with the white light. I...
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    Machanix Field Gloves

    Has anyone tried the Mechanix Field series, looks like they have a Sub35 and a Sub20 with 40g and 100g of insulation? I’m always on the hunt for good gloves and have liked my normal Mechanix for shooting and wrenching. https://www.mechanix.com/us-en/winter-insulated-gloves/SUB35.html
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    Thermacell $9.91 at Sams

    Our Sams has the Thermacell MR350 on sale for $9.91, comes with an extra 24hr fuel kit as well.
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    Venture Set Up

    I got my Venture 2300 in today and was looking at the pocket layout. How is everyone setting up their packs and using the pockets? This will be for day hunts on whitetails most of the time. I was thinking flashlight and headlamp in the belt pockets. Layers, gloves, and beanies in the front...
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    Cabelas Space Rain Sizing

    I’m looking for a set of emergency rain gear to leave in my bag and am about 80% sold on the Cabelas Space rain suit. We only average 3” of rain a month so I won’t be using it regularly and if the weather is too bad I’ll just stay home and drink whiskey. I’ve searched around but haven’t been...
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    Kuiu Venture or Hiking Pack

    Next on my gear list is a backpack. I will be day hunting tree stands and blinds in OK fairly close to the truck/house. I don’t have any need for a meat hauler with this pack. If I end up out west in the future I’ll get something better suited for hauling. What I will be using it for is...
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    Marsupial Must Haves?

    A nice binocular harness is next on my gear list and I’ve decided on the Marsupial enclosed. I saw they were having a Fourth sale and went and built out a pack. $10 here, $20 there and I had $300 in the cart. I know I want a rangefinder pouch. After that I had the zipper pouch, shoulder...
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    Midway Gift Certificate with Leupold Purchase

    I’m not sure what all scopes are included but Midway is running a special $250 gift certificate with a Leupold scope purchase. I picked up a VX5 3-15 Firedot for $850 after considering the certificate.
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    Zeiss V4 Size or Reticle

    I’m picking up a 243 for use as a Coyote and light deer rifle. I have about settled on the illuminated Zeiss V4 4-16 to top it. Where I am stuck is I cannot get my preferred combination. I would like the 44mm objective with the ZMOAi-1 reticle but it’s not an option. With the 44mm the only...
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    Cooler Shopping Help

    I’ve been looking for a cooler to bring fish home from the local ponds but haven’t been able to find exactly what I want so I’m looking for ideas. What I am looking for: Hard sided or soft with a removable plastic insert I prefer non rotomold for weight and cost Single handle for carry...
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