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    How Shiny is Too Shiny ?- New Down Jacket

    Rub some dirt and dust on it
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    Knife confessions

    For best results Arkansas stone and patients or Japanese wet stone
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    Has Anyone ever used pulk on late seasom hunt or backcountry trip?

    Ok I've been looking into this pulk sled thing for hunting. Found it through mountaineering research ( looking to summit Denali in 2023). Like most things I can relate to other sports I'm interested in. However I'm interested if anyone else uses them on backcountry hunts?
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    Which headlamp?

    For me a headlamp is considered a vital peace of equipment. I don't advise anyone that is going remote to carry gear that may crap out on them when needed to most. I carry a surefire and then a Black diamond storm as a backup with spare batteries for both. I'm thinking of cutting the...
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    M5 RMEF TEAM ELK PACK

    I'm 6'4" and don't have any issues with fitment of the m5.
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    M5 RMEF TEAM ELK PACK

    I run the m5 for short trips . No more than about 2 nights three days. I just got the MR marshall for more extended trips. I was using the EStock G4 . But it was heavy for the cubic Inches. I personally don't unfold the rifle scabbard.
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    MYSTERY RANCH BACK PAIN IN LUMBAR REGION

    Funny I had the exact same issue with my marshall. I had to adjust the support on one side of the lumbar pad. Previously i have had extreme spine issues luckily I was just barely able to avoid surgery only After nine months of physical therapy. At different points my legs were 2" difference in...
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    Best inflatable sleeping pad?

    I have a couple different ones. My favorite is my nemo alpine at just over a pound in weight has 4.8 r-value. My most comfortable is my sea to summit comfort plus SI . But it is big and weighs over 2lbs. It all depends on what you are using it for.
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    Packs outside of the normal recommendations.

    Do you have a sportsmanswarehouse in you ao? They carry mystery ranch
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    Looking for Tent Advice & Insights

    I've never personally used a tipi style tent. I'm currently using a marmot tungsten 2p. Weight 5lbs 5oz with extra stakes and all stuff sacks footprint... it can be paired down to about 4 1/2 lbs but it holds to winds and rain awesome. Had it out during the tornados that swept through ky back...
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    Help me pick a new pack

    Im not sure of all locations but sportsmanswarehouse carries mysteryranch packs if you want to try one on. My local store will order in different packs for me to test out instore. That being said that's my local SW. I personally just bout the Mr marshall and after a few adjustments it's...
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    How many packs do you have?

    Let's see her . Mr marshall. E-stock g4 operator, e-stock m5 elk, e-stock don't which one, then for a day pack something I picked up while on a trip in Japan. Then a couple little packs from wally world for day to day use with work.
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    Frostbite

    I have hunted in Temps as low as -10°F. I did this without hothands. Albeit dry conditions. It's all in the gloves for me. But even with good gloves when I begin to get cold( numbness in my extremities I call it and head to the truck or build a fire. At least take steps to warm myself.
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    What is in your truck kit?

    My rig has full compliment of hand tools. (Montezuma tool box) fuses, light bulbs(for truck) assorted spare parts jumper cables. Highlift jack ,bottle jack, gallon of water, assorted fluids for truck. After that full blowout kit ie. Trauma kit. Wool blanket. When hunting, I keep 2 days of pack...
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