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    Had To Grab The Reins at Bass Pro Todat

    So I'm traveling for work and stop off at the Bass Pro Shops in Spanish Fort Alabama. I wander over to the archery section like I normally do and see a "bow tech" working on someone's bow trying to tie in a peep sight. After watching her struggle for a good 10 to 15 minutes while she tried to...
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    FL Sanctuary vs. Uncompahgre + Vest?

    I have the Uncompahgre and love it. Wouldn't be without it. But for really really cold late season non-active whitetail sits (like end of December) I need something more. I know the Sanctuary is a much warmer coat specifically designed for this, but the near $400 price tag really stings. Anyone...
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    130gr TTSX 30-06 For Everything?

    It started with me wanting a 25-06 "just cuz". I wanted a super fast zippy cartridge in my arsenal because I didn't have one. Well, I do have a .243 but that's beside the point. So I got to thinking, "hey, what about a super fast 30-06? I already have the rifle (and a good 165gr Partition load)...
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    So Which FT Season 5 Episodes are on YouTube

    Yes I've read the stickies, but I'm still confused about which episodes of Fresh Tracks Season 5 are on YouTube. I've tried a search/sort on YouTube but I only see an episode or two and not in order. I've found the "New Mexico Archery Antelope" and "Montana Elk" ones. But there should be 5 right...
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    Usable Blade Length on Gerber Vital

    So I recently picked up a Gerber Vital. Never used a scalpel blade knife before. Hopefully we'll see this fall. I love the blade change mechanism as compared to the Havalon, but I'm concerned about usable blade length. The blade "holder" that makes it so easy and safe to change blades also takes...
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    Hey Randy: Speak UP!!

    I love the podcasts but only have one area of improvement: you need to speak up! I think its been brought up before where people have said the volume is low. I think the volume is fine (I can hear your guests just fine), but you have a habit of trailing off mid-sentence and your voice gets...
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    Field Care of Turkeys?

    What is the "standard" procedure for field care of a turkey once you've shot it? Do you gut it immediately? Emrah
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    Help With Sausage Smoking

    So I'm new to smoking. Bought an electric smoker and I'm trying to get the hang of it, but I'm running into issues. Today I smoked some venison/pork brats in collagen casings and they came out a little dry and a little crumbly. And the collagen casings just tear off, mostly while in the smoker...
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    My Semi Custom Elite Pure Is Done!

    After not really getting along with my 2011 Pure for several years, I decided to strip it down, go lighter on limbs, and get a custom paint job, just to shake things up. It used to be a 70#, vibey, noisy, not that fun to shoot RTAP camo of a bow. I took it apart and had the riser dipped in...
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    Ramcats?

    Just listened to a podcast featuring Ramcats. Seen them for years but I never paid much attention to them. Anyone use them and have real world results with them? I know they fly great, but I'm interested in hearing about penetration. Emrah
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    Show Us Your Tackle

    Thought I'd start an archery picture porn thread. Here's mine: 2008.5 Elite Z28. Powder coated riser grey. New limbs maxed at 61lbs. 28" draw Rev cams. 60X strings. QAD LD rest. Cheapish but rugged sight. Kinda ghetto (soon to be replaced) Limbsaver dongis. Shoots a 29" .340 spine Easton Axis...
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    Havalon For Squirrel?

    Ok, don't laugh, but does anyone use a Havalon or other razor sharp (small) blade for skinning squirrels? The super sharp, skinny Buck or Case jackknife works ok, but I need something scalpel sharp. Making a circumferential incision and pulling the skin apart is beyond difficult. So are the 30...
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    Help Me Pick Spine with 75 Grain Inserts

    I'm currently shooting a 60lb Elite Z28 (28" draw). Shooting a 404 gr Easton Axis 400 29" at 269 through a chrono. If like to experiment with a higher weight, higher FOC arrow this season. I'd like to add a 75 gr brass insert to my next set of Axis arrows. So, what do you think? Would a 340...
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    Do You Hunt With An Empty Pack Just In Case?

    I guess this is a question for backpacking/western hunters, but I'm curious how you hunt with your packs during the hunt (before you've shot anything). How full are your packs? I ask because I see Randy and other tv hunters hunting with huge packs and they look full. So what do you do when you...
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    Backpack: Minimum Size for Boned Out Deer?

    So I always hunt with a backpack, but more to carry "stuff" and gear, not entire animals. This year I'd like to head deeper than before in hopes of seeing more deer than the rest of the people who won't trek far. In your opinion, what would be the smallest capacity backpack to carry out a boned...
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    Minnesota Wild Pigs? New Regulations

    Anyone seen or heard about wild boar in MN? I was perusing through the 2015 regulations book and right there on Page 2 it says, "it is illegal to possess, hunt, trap or release feral swine." Probably to devalue it (like they do in New York State) and not encourage an industry like in Texas or...
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    My Martin Lithium Limb Snapped!

    My lower limbs snapped at full draw the other day. I'm not happy. It's a 2014 Lithium with the X4 limbs. I bought it used on AT and it looked brand new, but you can never guarantee it's never been dry fired, can you? I've shot the thing at least 300 to 400 times since I got it, so I doubt...
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    Who Shoots High FOC/Brass Inserts Up Front?

    Any body shoot brass inserts (75 or 100 grain) in their compound bow arrows? My arrows for this year are Easton Axis 400 spine, but I have a bunch of Beman ICS Hunters in both 340 and 400 spine too. I shoved a Gold Tip 100gr. brass insert into the 340 Beman (figured it would bring the spine...
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    Martin Lithium Anyone?

    So I was looking for a second, low-poundage bow for small game hunting. My idea was to look at entry-level, kids bows and such, as my 60lb. regular hunting bow is a bit much for launching at squirrels (and burying arrow shafts in marsh and grass). Lo and behold I came across a used 2014 Martin...
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    Anyone Use DRT Dirt Nap Broadheads?

    So I'm in love with these heads: http://www.dirtnapgear.com/ I have the lime green ones. I haven't shot an animal with them, so I'm curious if anyone on here has. I've been shooting them since spring several times a week and all I can say is they are really tough. I shoot into a box filled...
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