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  1. RobinHood

    Anyone using a slider sight for spot and stalk?

    I just picked up a HHA Slider sight for free. I have never paid too much attention to sliders, but since it was free, I thought I would ask... Here is the sight I picked up Anyone using this style out west for spot and stalk hunting? Or is the majority using traditional fixed sights?
  2. RobinHood

    Steve Speck and S&S Archery- Missing in Action?

    I was wondering if anyone knows what the status with S and S Archery? I placed an order a week ago Sunday and have heard nothing. On the website, under my account, the order is still processing and the money was taken from my account, but I cannot get a hold of him either by phone or email, and...
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    Kenetrek Boots- Hardscrabble vs. Mountain Extremes

    I was wondering if anyone has any input on the the difference in performance of these boots. I was set on picking up a set of Hardscrabble Hikers but tried on the Mountain Extremes today and they felt really good. Sportsman Warehouse didnt have hardscrabble hikers on hand, but from the way the...
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    Amount of clothes for a 5 day pack hunt

    What does everyone pack for a 5 day backcountry hunt when it comes to clothes? I know raingear, base layer, jacket... I am talking about pants, shirts, socks and underwear? I am planning on the following: (1) set of hiking, walking, everyday clothes (Columbia Omni dry pants and under armour...
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    5 Day hunt- What does your pack weigh?

    I am headed out tomorrow for my Nevada hunt and got everything in the pack ready to roll. I weighed it with a hanging fish scale and it was heavy... 56 lbs. I am gonna look at it again in the morning and hope to be able to shave a couple pounds. Just curious what others packs weigh when they...
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    How is everyone keeping there knives sharp in the field?

    What do you guys use to keep your knives sharp in the field? I have never sharpened a knife during the field dressing process but would like to if it isn't to difficult. Just wanted to see how and with what others were honing their blades. Thanks
  7. RobinHood

    Success rate for the backcountry bowhunters.

    I wanted to get a thread going to see the success rates of the back country guys here on the site. Obviously some have been at this game a lot longer than others, so their experience is going to affect their success. But this will give those first year guys a little bit of encouragement...
  8. RobinHood

    Anyone familiar with the Table Mountain Wilderness and Jefferson Summit areas 161-164

    I am pretty sure I will be in this unit this year for archery. I have hunted the area before, but am planning on packing in this year for a 5 day hunt. If you have some personal experience, info, knowledge, or tips shoot me a PM. I have a few questions I would like to ask ya. Thanks.
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    Jacket of Choice for Backpack Hunts

    I am looking for "THE" jacket for backpack hunts. These suckers are expensive and I want to buy a good one and only do it once. I am looking for a jacket that is good in all situations, is durable, and warm. That way I only have to worry about packing in one jacket for the trip. I have a...
  10. RobinHood

    Any FOB users out there

    Anyone using FOB's? What are your thoughts/ opinions? A lot of good stuff on the web, but was looking for some feedback from other western hunters with experience. http://www.starrflight.com/