Not for me, but for what you are describing there are many draw/application services out there that can walk you through the process and even do some of the leg work for you for a very small fee. Would at least get you started and they could tailor an application strategy based on what you are...
I had a 2010 Off-Road edition. With quality aggressive tires, i took that thing in 2WD on some roads I'd hesitate to take my silverado on now in 4WD. Had only normal maintenance issues and gave it to a family member 4 years ago with 150K miles and he still has it and its running strong.
I use a lightweight bag liner on backcountry hunts to help keep my bag cleaner (at least in my mind). socks, usually no pants and long sleeve top as I often will sleep with arms outside bag if not really cold. Layer up if necessary outside of that.
I run 3 boots based on conditions and different times of the year.
Early archery/fall or general warmer and semi dry conditions = Crispi Thor
Anytime and condition beyond late season/heavy snow = Lowa Tibet GTX
Late season/ heavy snow conditions = Schnee Granite 200g
If i only had to have one...
I'd look here in the thread right below yours: https://rokslide.com/forums/threads/cpw-officially-recommends-fully-limiting-nr-archery-otc-resident.361266/post-3672492
I think about areas that I will be able to hunt many times. These may be lower in demand units, but the ability to build a knowledge base about the area, animal locations and movement, access, hunter pressure, etc. over time has led to almost guaranteed success in this area for me every year i...
Hadn't been on here in a minute as I started a new job and realized now that Saturday morning I pulled up and shot at SM Park while you'll were all talking in the parking lot. @Dos Perros wish I would have walked over ha.