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Water filtration
I tried using a Katadyn water bottle this year, and it was frustration. I resorted to Iodine tables with the neutralizing tablets and was very pleased tasted good. I use a 3-liter camelbak with water and. one water bottle with flavored energy mix and usually had water left over at the end of...- Jimbow65
- Post #24
- Forum: Backpack Hunting
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New camera
If i were looking for a new camera, one that I would seriously consider for keeping in my pack wold be the Pentax Optio W90 it is waterproof, and the lens is wide angle and zoom. most point and shoots do go wide enough for me. If and when I hunt in a remarkably beautiful area, I would carry my...- Jimbow65
- Post #14
- Forum: Backpack Hunting
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Opinions ?
For most hunting shows, it is all about viewers, it is not about the adventure, the process, the work, the scouting, the frustration. For most hunting host they fly to the outfitter, eat gourmet cuisine in the lodge, show me the trophy, get some sponsor shots using their products (even if they... -
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10X or 8X binos, what is your choice?
I think it depends on the terrain you are hunting. here in Pennsylvania, I use 8X binoculars and sometimes they are almost too powerful for early season brushy woods. But when hunting in later season open woods with snow, 10X works better. If I were a western hunter, I would probably opt for... -
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What to look for in a GPS?
Funny, I'll have to look at the date next time. maybe it will help someone else. Jim- Jimbow65
- Post #11
- Forum: Other Product and Gear
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What to look for in a GPS?
I bought a Delorme PN30 for my western hunt this year. I was very pleased with how it performed. and the features of not only the GPS but also the Delorme software maps and aerial images available. The aerial images were some of the best available for the area we hunted and I had them at my...- Jimbow65
- Post #4
- Forum: Other Product and Gear
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Carrying your SLR in the field with you
I carried my pentax k200d with a 18-55mm lens and tiffen polarized filter. I carried it around in my day pack, inside an outdoor product dry bag. it was kind of a hassle to get out of my pack, I was going to carry a small tripod also, but I didn't. most of my shots had enough light for hand...- Jimbow65
- Post #3
- Forum: Cameras - Photo and Video
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Sleeping Bag Opinions
I'm new here, but this discussion caught my attention since I'm considering a new bag also. here is a link to a great resource for any camping gear with user reviews also. http://www.trailspace.com/gear/sleeping-bags/3-season/ I have been looking a a Eureka Casper 15 it is lightweight...- Jimbow65
- Post #23
- Forum: Backpack Hunting
