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    Weatherby - Vanguard vs. Mark V

    Why a non- magnum? Strength of action? I see that weatherby is offering the vanguards in 6.5-300 wby. Too much boom in a howa action?
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    Booking an Alaskan halibut fishing trip

    I also would suggest not fishing out of the big charters from homer. Just personal preference, but I really like the 6-pack (or 6 person max) boats out of Ninilchik or Deep creek. But with the change in regs to just 1 fish per guided angler, it might be better to go to Seward for more...
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    Sitka gun sling vs Kifaru gun bearer

    I also have the Kifaru gun bearer and it's awesome! Here are some tips after using it for 3 years. 1. Use some sort of protectant or even duct tape between the GB strap and your waist belt. After a long season of hunting, the GB rubbed almost through the MR pintler waist belt. I think this...
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    WA general deer hunt summary

    Great Job! As a fellow WA resident, sure isn't easy out here. Glad you were safe in the pumpkin patch and walking home.
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    Which headlamp??

    I use a Black Diamond Spot as my main headlamp, then carry a Petzl Tikka as backup.
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    '20- What Worked, What Didn't?

    That's disappointing to hear about the Kuiu gloves! But thanks for the reply, I'll have to rethink that purchase. I have some OR claw mitts that are extremely warm. Thinking about it, unless a piece of gear needs to be hunting specific, the outdoor/mountaineering stuff might be better. I'm...
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    Copper bullet performance

    I've switched to Barnes TTSX 180gr and 168gr, or whatever weight I can find them these days. They shoot great out of my Rem 700. Great info from this thread, lots of food for thought. I was wondering, does the shot placement through double front shoulders cause excess meat damage? Or is it a...
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    '20- What Worked, What Didn't?

    Great tip on the Superfeet Trailablazer! I just ordered some, they are on sale right now for around $38 (on amazon and superfeet website). I use all the other models of superfeet but I found the hard plastic heel cup a problem when traveling over uneven terrain, especially going up side hilling...
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    '20- What Worked, What Didn't?

    That's not good news! Did you call Kuiu and tell them about it or ask for refund/exchange? You have a point going with just hiking/outdoor gear brands that have been making gloves for a long time.
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    Happy Thanksgiving from Mr. and Mrs. Fin

    Happy thanksgiving and thanks for all you do.
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    Why my pack sucks: Kifaru, Stone Glacier, Exo, Seek, Mystery Ranch, Kuiu, etc.

    Mystery Ranch Pintler backpack. A bit heavy compared to other packs with more room. Approx 1-1.5lb more than SG similar packs.
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    '20- What Worked, What Didn't?

    Worked: - Scarpa Zodiac boots, very comfy out of the box - Mystery Ranch pintler hunting pack, robust but a bit heavy - Firstlite SEAK rain pants, wore these over thermals, perfect for western WA wet and wind. - Firstlite Hybrid Sawtooth vest. This was great while wearing a backpack. - Sitka...
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    Best 30mm rings for Pic rail

    I recently had this same question. I currently run warne steel base (0 MOA) and steel Med rings. But I need the rings a bit lower so I went with vortex Pro Aluminum low rings to try out. I just don't know if I need to spend the money to get the Vortex Precision/Seekins rings for a hunting setup...
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    What caliber for son?

    I'm asking the same question myself for my son. I'm leaning towards the 6.5 creedmor. Soft recoil and good ballistics, although MAYBE limited rank/ballistics for Elk but for everything else, should be great. It also will vary up the calibers so if we ever have the ammo shortage problem like we...
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    for the 1000th time - Caliber options?

    What about a .308 win instead of the 30-06? You can get a short action instead of a long action to save weight there also.

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