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    Running equipment

    I'm a little behind the times when it comes to technology and running. I'm looking at getting a gps and/or heart rate monitor to take with me on some of my hikes and runs. Does anyone here use a heart rate monitor and/or gps for running? Pros cons of the devices?
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    AR style weapon mountable pressure switch flashlight

    Inforce multi-color lighting system. Comes with flashlight, pressure switch, and mount. Never been used. All paperwork available and in boxes. 4 LEDs. Red, blue, green, IR illumination. Asking $150 obo to your door, continental US.
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    Colorado Early Season High Country Mule Deer

    Hi Guys, I have been dreaming of this hunt for a very long time. I'm at 10 points and am trying to decide if and where I should apply for a Colorado mule deer early season rifle hunt. My hunting partener in this endeavor and I are looking to complete this hunt this year or next or maybe we...
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    Chili

    Guys its cold here today and I've got a hankering for some venison chili. Anyone got a good wildgame recipe they would like to share?
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    I got my new bow today!!!!

    Well I'm pumped. I got my new bow today. After half heartedly looking through most of 2013 for a new bow and seriously looking for the last 2 months I finally pulled the trigger. I spent yesterday and today at the local archery shop.....again shooting bows. I think I have shot every 2013 and...
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    Reloading equipment

    About a year ago I started reloading my own rifle ammo. I own a trimmer and scale and a few other odds and ends but I've been using a buddies press, powder measure, and priming tool at his house while I was trying to decide if reloading is something I wanted to do. It's getting a little old...
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    When do Colorado mule deer shed velvet?

    Guys, I'm looking at doing my first Colorado mule deer hunt this fall or next. When do mule deer typically shed there velvet?
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    Utah PP/bonus point system

    I've been looking at expanding my Western hunting net and want to start getting points for Utah. Will someone explain to me the PP/bonus point system for Utah? Thanks.
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    Tent Reviews Wanted

    I've read some of the historical posts, but I thought I would see what is new. I'm in the market to get a new backpacking tent. I'm thinking at least a 2 person design as my wife may be with me at times (or should I go 3 person?). I want something that is good or great in both rain and wind...
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    choosing a tripod

    I know there has been past threads about tripod recommendations. But my question is what is everyone looking for in a tripod, I'm open to recommendations in models of tripods too, but what makes a good tripod good? Besides material and weight what are the deciding factors? Obviously all else...
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    Spotter testing

    I'm looking at getting a new spotter. I know there has been lots of posts about what do you think of this spotter, however I am open to feedback on spotters. However, I have the opportunity to be able to test most of the spotters at my house. Got a buddy who works at cabelas! My question is how...
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    How to research from afar

    I’ve been trying to figure out how to best write this so not to appear to be looking for the often sought after “honey hole” or GPS coordinates….so here goes. :D I still consider myself relatively new to Western hunting. I’ve hunted elk a couples times in Colorado on a limited tag hunt with a...
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    Sausage Time

    'Tis the season....I started making venison sausage over the weekend. So far I've made 10 lbs of breakfast sausage and 25 lbs of summer sausage. This is probably the best batch of summer sausage I've ever made. The breakfast sausage is good, but I'm still trying for the "wow" factor. I've...
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    archery puzzle

    About a year ago I picked up a new bow (2013 Quest Primal) and have had no problems with it until recently. When I purchased it I went through a full setup and made sure it was performing just how I wanted. After shooting it all spring and summer I was more than happy with it and my...
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    kids/youth bow

    My almost 5 year old daughter (my oldest) is showing interest in shooting a bow and has asked numerous times to shoot one. Unfortunately I don't have a bow that will fit her. My wife picked up one of the less expensive long bows with a couple fiberglass arrows and she enjoys shooting it but...
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    Brunton optics

    I've been seeing brunton optics show up on camo fire a lot lately for both spotting scopes and binoculars. Anyone have feedback on these optics?
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    5 day gear list in latest EBJ

    I haven't done much back pack style hunting myself but I found the article in the latest EBJ about Guy's 5 day pack list to be helpful.n I did notice that the article got specific into brands/models on some items and didn't on others and that it was missing what I would consider a few essential...
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    velvet pictures

    I figure it is getting to be that time of year....anyone got velvet pictures of bulls or bucks that they want to share?
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    what kind of tent do you use

    I'm in the market for a new tent. So for those camping/hunting/fishing trips that are not a bivy type pack-in adventure what tent do you use for 4-6 guys and all the equipment that might come with and would you recommend it?
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    Reloading Remington .280

    I was just given a .280 from my grandpa. I figured I would try reloading ammo for it. Anyone shoot a Remington 280 and want to share your load work-ups?