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    Outdoorsman Pan or Pistol and Why

    What Outdoorsman head is preferred for both a spotter and glasses... the pan or the pistol grip and why? I see they have a pan attachment for the pistol grip head but don't know what it does...? Looking to use with 10x42 glasses and 65mm spotter. Weight is a factor but I’m not trying to shave...
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    Time to Join the Hand Loading Ranks

    I’ve been on the fence for years and after two of my favorite factory loads were discontinued this past year I’ve decided that I’m going to start hand loading and not rely on factory ammo. I’m not 100% new to the hobby as I’ve watched others load before and have done my own minor gunsmithing...
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    MT Antelope Unit with the Worst NR Odds...?

    I’d like to try to gain a bonus point for Montana antelope this year without drawing a tag. Am I better off applying for a unit with less than 10 total tags (like 291-20) that do not issue a NR tag or should I apply for a unit with 10 or more tags that does issue a NR tag but has very low odds...
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    Insulated Puff Layer Options

    I'm looking for a new insulation puffy layer to add to my mix for cold weather, late-season hunting. Something I can take on and off as needed when stopped for a while etc. Weight isn't a huge factor but ability to keep me warm is. I want to try to stay around the $200 mark... here's what I'm...
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    Need some late season gloves options

    I’m planning for a late November northern Canada moose hunt where temps will be below zero and not too much above. I need a pair of gloves. I have a pair of thick wool and leather chopper mitts that I’ll bring but would also like something a bit less bulky with fingers. I don’t want KUIU or...
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    Pick Your Top WY Elk Type 1 Unit...

    If some of you hardcore elk hunters out there had your pick of hunting any unit in WY for a giant bull what would your top 1 or 2 picks be? Type 1 license guided or DIY.
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    Recommended Binocular Tripod Adapters...?

    I have a pair of Leica Ultravid 10 x 42 binoculars that I would like to mount/attach to a tripod for extended glassing periods. I have seen a few various methods for attaching binoculars to a tripod but was wondering what folks recommend? I'd like something that is quick and easy to mount and...
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    Late Season Boot Gaiters... Recommendations?

    Wondering what folks recommend for the best late season boot gaiters... brand and model. I'll be hunting in potentially deep snow and cold conditions. I'd like something waterproof and also a quite. I'd like to avoid any noisy nylon type material that scratches when every stick of brush hits...
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    What scope caps are the best...?

    I'm looking to install a set of scope caps on my mountain rifle to keep dirt, rain, snow, etc. out. What do you guys recommend for brand and model. It seems Butler Creek caps are very popular but I don't know what model is the best. Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks.
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    Blacks Creek G11 vs. G7

    Anybody have any personal experience between the two? They seem to be just about the same size other than the expandable meat storage area in the G11. Is this area worth the extra $? I'm upgrading my old day (1 nighter) pack and like the design of both of these. Thanks!
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    Angled vs. Straight Spotting Scopes...?

    I'm finally going to take the plunge and get a high end spotting scope and get rid of my old Bushnell. I've never used a spotting scope much other than on the range. I started hunting the west about 5 years ago and am getting more and more into DIY trips. I've never really been on the type of...
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    Blaze Orange Backcountry Vest Recommendations...

    This is probably a really basic question for somebody who has been hunting for as long as I have been but I'm looking for a new blaze vest and can't seem to find something that has what I'm looking for. I know there has to be one out there... I'd like something that is light (not heavy canvas...