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  1. Roughwater

    Montana Preference point question?

    My Montana fall back has been to buy a Utah tag. They are available after the Montana draw is done. They call it the "Any Bull" season. They offer 15K tags. You can choose archery or Any weapon but when I go Any weapon I prefer a Rifle, guess you could bring a spear but not sure? You best be...
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    Montana Preference point question?

    Exactly, I tell every one the same thing.
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    Montana Preference point question?

    Definitely, I totally agree with that statement. I have hunted Montana twice and applied 3 times. This year will be my 4th application. The application process can feel complicated. But if a guy isn't is good with the general units and not looking for a special permit the process is pretty...
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    Montana Preference point question?

    Something about your statement is fighting my brain. You say:
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    Montana Preference point question?

    Thanks Dude, LOL for answering that question for me. I thought that might be the case but was hoping I was wrong. That really sucks for you and your dad since you don't have any points not to carry over to next year. I believe in the recent past with 2 points the odds of drawing is around 80%...
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    Montana Preference point question?

    I'm a non-resident elk hunter and I know I can elect to purchase or not purchase a preference point when I enter the Elk draw for a general Elk tag. I also know that NOT purchasing a preference point with your first application nets you zero preference points at time of draw. Also, having zero...
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    Non resident montana elk tag

    Yes, but...... You get 100% of the Big Game Combo fee, but... You don't get a refund for the base hunting license, conservation license, aquatic invasive species or preference point fee (if you chose to buy one) in addition to the 5$ application fee. You're out about $140 just to apply for the...
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    Spot Hogg Wise Guy

    This is a pretty old post but I agree with everyone's opinion here. If you don't like a really light pull this release is not for you. I have just shot it a few times and I'm not crazy about a super light pull so I backed the screw out a lot. Like someone said you can't really reduce the pull...
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    Non resident montana elk tag

    I may of missed it but I didn't see where anyone answered your question above. You have to pay the full price before the Draw but if you don't draw you get about 3/4 of your money back or they allow you do donate it to Montana. I don't figure many go that route though. You pretty much have to...
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    WTS UV3XL 3 pin scope Like new

    Thanks, That ultraview sight and scope is super slick but so pricy. They come down a couple hundred and I might get one.
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    WTS UV3XL 3 pin scope Like new

    Sorry, I used the wrong terminology, I meant is this the entire sight or just the scope part of it?
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    WTS UV3XL 3 pin scope Like new

    I'm not familiar with these. Is it just the cartridge or entire scope? Thanks
  13. Roughwater

    What did you do today to get ready for Elk season?

    Shot the bow, Walked 3 miles this morning about 2 of the miles I did 8 laps up and down the dame hill. this evening 2.5 miles or so again 6 laps up and down the same hill. Worked on my custom truck bed shell for my Ford Maverick FX4 and finally got it on the truck for the trip west, pretty well...
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    recommend a beginner elk call(s) for me

    I didn't read through this to see what others have recommended but if you plan to buy a bugle the Rocky Mountain Calls "Select a Bull Call". It's really easy to use. If used as directed the diaphragm in it should last a long time. However I feel I can used it better by pushing the plastic...
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    Backcountry food. What’s your go-to?

    I mostly hunt from my truck and have a quality cooler that holds Ice for several days and carry breakfast foods in it. Eggs, Bacon etc. I try to have a good home made breakfast. I also of course carry a jet boil and numerous, mostly Mountain House meals and I love the Blueberry and granola...
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    Iron Will Vane - Personal Feedback

    I have been shooting arrows nearly every day for the last 3 months. Most of my shooting has been using the Super Saber Vanes. Overall they have held up well. Originally I had trouble getting them to adhere well so I switched to using the Bob Smith Maxi-Cure and a primer pen and it made a world...
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    What bow for a 73 year old Elk hunter?

    I wanted to let you all know what bow I ended up with for this season anyway and it turned out I bought a bow that I wasn't aware of that even existed. Due in part to the fact I just bought a new truck but still needed to equip it with a Shell/Cap to get all my and my partners gear to Montana...
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    What bow for a 73 year old Elk hunter?

    If you are 6' and 170 you are apparently a exceptionally fit person especially for your age. I probably wouldn't want to try to follow you up a mountain. I guess a person has to be in my shoes to completely understand. When I am aiming a bow, when I need to lift it up a little higher to be...
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    What bow for a 73 year old Elk hunter?

    The shaking. My mother is still living at 91 and she shakes terribly to the point she has problems keeping something in a spoon. So It's possibly hereditary. I don't shake near as bad as she does and I've noticed I shake less the more I work my arms. I don't just shake when I shoot I have a...
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    What bow for a 73 year old Elk hunter?

    I'm no pro for sure but it sounds like you know what you are talking about. As to the Matthews Phase 4 that is a awesome bow I have to say. I was able to shoot one I believe set at 60 lbs. very recently. A friend has a archery shop here in NC and the 33 phase 4 is what he chose to hunt with...

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