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  1. Holmes

    What packs are all you gram weenies using?

    I did not. it's a pretty big bummer. I thought it was going to be at least a full pound lighter than this. The "total" weight they posted is definitely not total. My weight includes things that I don't consider optional such as hip belt pockets, all the compression straps, the "talon"...
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    Pack weight for broke newbie

    Your fully loaded pack will weigh about 60-70lbs if you don't spend lots on super light gear. But, you can get very high quality gear if you shop for closeouts or lightly-used things and (in my opinion) generally avoid things marketed at hunters. There's a lot more strong and lightweight used...
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    Total 6 day MZ elk gear weight: 66.4lbs - is that crazy?

    You're sub-40lbs without food and water? You're doing great. You won't have to haul the huge water load everywhere, just to your tent spot, and you definitely don't have to haul the water while hauling meat. You're good to go.
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    Tricer LP (panhead)

    Thank you for this info!!! I was so frustrated by that big flat at the top of the center post. I never even considered looking under the rubber for a way to remove it. boom! fixed, and I got to remove an extra ounce as a bonus. thanks.
  5. Holmes

    Ultralight Tripod Options

    at any range....the tripod was more wobbly than using my backpack, so I didn't bother. In a real hunting situation I wouldn't bother to setup the tripod to shoot if I have a more stable option that takes less effort.
  6. Holmes

    Sold Tikka T1x .22lr - 16" Barrell - Tons of Upgrades & Accessories

    that's a sweet setup!
  7. Holmes

    What kind of skinning knife do you use and why?

    I've seen a bunch of comments on Rokslide/etc about needing a stout knife in order to work through joints, or that replaceable scalpel blades break all the time. There was even a comment recently about how good a Benchmade knife is because the user didn't "chip it" while butchering, like that...
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    What packs are all you gram weenies using?

    as a data point about actual trail weights of backpacks, I recently replaced my Stone Glacier Sky Talus 6900 with a Seek Outside Goshawk 6300 in Ultra PE. The Stone Glacier weighed about 6.1lbs The Seek Outside weighs about 5.2 lbs - I had thought that the Goshawk was going to be a bunch lighter...
  9. Holmes

    Sold Skinning Knife - Elk Hunter by Knives of Alaska $75

    bump.
  10. Holmes

    What do you do for exercising when you are getting ready for a hunt?

    just remembered another resource that I loved (maybe it's already been mentioned in this thread?)Episode 230 of The Hunt Backcountry Podcast, guest is Mike Prevost. Nobody in the world has thought or researched more about how to get people (armed forces) to carry really heavy loads over rough...
  11. Holmes

    What do you do for exercising when you are getting ready for a hunt?

    I've found these two books to be life changing for how I approach fitness and training. Nobody knows how to suffer with huge pack loads in tough terrain better than alpinists like Steve House, or his sometimes partner Mark Twight.
  12. Holmes

    Sold Maven Monocular CM.1 8x32 - $125

    message answered, 2 people in the queue for the monocular. It will be shipped on Tuesday May 30.
  13. Holmes

    Sold Maven Monocular CM.1 8x32 - $125

    bump..
  14. Holmes

    Light weight tarp/ground sheet

    dyneema is super strong/tough, you'd have to really try hard to abuse it that badly. Fun fact: I used to make carbon fiber spars for huge sailboats. We would put a last layer of dyneema cloth over the carbon fiber laminate in areas where ropes might rub on the pole. Previously we had been...
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    Light weight tarp/ground sheet

    There are many companies out there that make a basic dyneema sheet/tarp. Brands like Gossamer, Six Moon, Mountain Laurel, Hyperlight Mountain Gear, ZPacks, Hammock Gear, Dutchware, Bear Paw Wilderness, etc... Obviously it's a ton more money than a nylon one, but damn they're light and tough...
  16. Holmes

    Sold Skinning Knife - Elk Hunter by Knives of Alaska $75

    Bump, anyone want a nice knife?
  17. Holmes

    Sold Outdoorsmans micro pan head, bino adapters, and base plates

    bump to the top, I am willing to split things up.
  18. Holmes

    Carbon Rifle Stock Review

    this is sweet resource, thanks for all the effort!
  19. Holmes

    Need advice

    It's cowardly not to go talk to your neighbor first. Don't threaten them with dead dogs. Pretend it was you that was visiting some place where you don't know the local customs and you wish that the locals would just give you a heads up so you could fit in. If they don't listen, then you can act...
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    Sold Outdoorsmans micro pan head, bino adapters, and base plates

    Outdoorsman's Micro Pan head with 2 bino adapters, 1 bino stud, and 3 base plates. $400 I've used these things a few times, but I can't find a spot of wear on them. They could be brand new and put back on the shelf because they look and feel unused. This is a full set up to get your binos...

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