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    First hunt after knee replacement

    I will be 12 weeks post op in 3 days. It is an up and down battle. The first 6 weeks went well basically getting flexation and extension. 0-130 is a good goal. It is painful and swollen with difficulty sleeping. After that comes the strength rebuilding. Which goes slow.then improves then slows...
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    Sleeping Bag for Alaska

    Lot of good bags out their. I sleep cold .for a little more weight I went with 0 degree bag. I have kuiu bag and it has worked well for me.not sure what I would buy if I had to buy a new bag today?
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    Powering a chest freezer at a motel

    I've taken window screen out and ran cord into the room if no outside outlets.
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    Last minute decision. Why not!

    I did the same thing several years ago on a kodiak brown bear hunt. Best trip of my life. Congratulations!! Sometimes we need to climb out of our comfort zone and experience life!!
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    Getting pissed with my Sitka Gear, Any help out there.

    Went ahead and started the repair process on zipper fault. It was quite easy if you have any questions email sitka they are quick to get back. They send a pre-paid fed ex label just print and ship. I had some difficulty printing the label. Their is no hyper link to print it. Just need to click...
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    Wader suggestions?

    One reason I bought the simms. They have many size options if your body isn't a standard build.
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    Once in a lifetime "adventure hunt"

    Montana late season cow elk is reasonable and can be a heck of an adventure with weather
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    Favorite Adventure You’ve Done

    Driving from Wi to Alaska and back. Tenting along the road. Hunting, fishing, hiking.with family and friends and two kids. They still talk about it. Like alot of people my parents always talked about doing this when they retired. Well they never did. Do it while you can for tomorrow is not...
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    Once in a lifetime "adventure hunt"

    Tough call if it truly is a one time hunt. Although I said the same thing once and keep finding a way to go back. I've never been to Africa but it won't be long .booked through 2027. Most likely 2028 will be Africa. The people I know that have gone to Africa even the ones who have hunted alot of...
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    Wader suggestions?

    I wore the simms tributary waders. They worked fine. Front zipper definately has its place. If you have to take off backpack. Bino harness ,raincoat... to take a leak.
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    Getting pissed with my Sitka Gear, Any help out there.

    I have same problem with a jacket. Spent a bunch of time finally got it zipped treat it like a hoody now. I've sent several things in on kuiu warranty to a repair company. Kuiu is awesome about it. Hopefully someone chimes in. I bought it at scheels thought about returning it but they don't...
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    Hip Surgery this Thursday

    Thats too bad on the robot that extended your surgery time.Sounds like your doing well so far. I never took an oxy for pain only tramadol which is med pain relief. Off of that now. Take some stool softener. I didn't go for 6 days after. Sending prayers for speedy recovery. Let pain and limp be...
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    Replacement Knee's

    Had 1 full replacement done 4 weeks ago it is going very well!! Not sure i would do doth at same time but it is doable I have been told
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    Hip Surgery this Thursday

    Good luck Bill!! I am 55 had a knee replaced 4 weeks ago it is going really well!! Had it done with robot aid. I was riding bike at therapy next to a lady last Friday who had a hip done recently and a knee couple years ago. She Said the hip is a breeze compared to a knee. DO the therapy it's...
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    West Texas Aoudad - Late Report

    Congrats looks like a fun hunt for sure tough country and elusive critters!!
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    Once in a lifetime

    Very nice ram congratulations!!
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    One more career finished

    Congratulations!! I Hopefully health holds up and you can enjoy what you've worked for!!
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    Random question- windshield wipers

    Clean the blades with brakeclean or rubbing alcohol once in awhile too they get a film on them. Helps for awhile
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    Yamaha or Honda ATV Recommendations

    I bought yamaha kodiak 450. Don't need the 700. And if you get the sp.can still get diff lock. Very pleased with it. My last atv was 01 yamaha Grizzly and it's still going. Have done very little repairs on it.
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    Voter turnout

    Huge turnouts in wi. I voted early as supposed to have knee replacement today. Came down with something 102 fever. Surgery postponed
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