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Why not more DIY “big eyes”?
I’d say this is accurate, haven’t compared with the highlanders. The other advantage of the 664’s is the straight viewing, if you’re into that kind of thing 😜 I’ve been using a set of 664’s with an Adams setup for the past few seasons. I find myself packing them even when the looks aren’t super... -
Kahtoola gaiters
I have been using the instagaiter (?) for the past few months, it's the shorter, non WP version. Read some mixed reviews about durability but they have been solid for me over some rough days. Really nice to keep junk out of my boots and keep laces tied. I just unzip them to the bottom and leave... -
Favorite down coat and pants
Rab electron jacket has performed pretty well for me over the past few seasons. I also carry the UA alpine ops pants and they have been nice although they don’t stay up very well. I wish they had a drawstring or something like it. -
Jacket recommendations - CO 1st week September
Puffy and rain jacket only. The guide jacket alone is not enough insulation unless you run very hot. If the wind is really your main reason to bring the soft shell, your rain jacket over the puffy will stop the wind just as good if not better. It’s a much more versatile system. If you’re more... -
How smart are sheep?
I think you're on the right track. My opinion is that most sheep have experienced a fraction of the harassment a mule deer of the same age has experienced, and thus much more tolerant of human presence. As a good example, I live in a tourist heavy mountain town. We have a huge population of... -
Added extra pressure of drawing a really great tag
Drawing an OIL tag comes along with some natural anxiety. There’s a lot of variables outside of your control and if those variables lead to you not being successful, too bad, that was your chance. The anxiety for me really came in when I put so much pressure on myself to make it happen...- Outwest
- Post #53
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
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Spotter protection
Yep a good blend sock from the bargain bin works well too. Put the calf section over the eyepiece and you can roll it down to use and then roll back up for extra eyepiece protection. Most of us probably baby our optics a bit more than necessary but I like the piece of mind. Especially when... -
Stone Glacier M5 vs Kuiu Kutana storm shell
This past fall, I bought the kutana and my father in law had the m5. We experienced a couple of absolute soakers and both stayed dry, standing side by side. I also noticed that we both weren’t quick to shed the jackets when it let up. I even wore the Kutana a few times in lieu of a soft shell... -
NV Desert Bighorn tag
It may be worth an Epic membership to reach out to their past hunt list if no one here can chime in. They may have more of an in on the NV sheep. Best of luck to you. -
Sold Kowa 664 + 30x Wide
bump for a great deal on a super lightweight and clear scope. The clarity at a fixed 30x will surprise you. I put this setup against many other much more expensive options and it holds its own.- Outwest
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- Forum: Optics Classifieds
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Scouting Begins 2023
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Bino harness mod
Yeah I’m thinking you could cut those top kuiu straps, install 3/4” gatekeepers and then just swap the male buckles on the bottom straps to the berry compliant? I am going off of memory on the marsupial but it seems like I remember it having loops on top and female side lock buckles on bottom. -
Bighorn Mount has arrived
Very Nice! That pose is perfect to still show that flat top but highlight the strong side. Good choice -
Field judging tips for Aoudad?
https://pursuitwithcliff.com/field-judging-aoudad/ Cliff has some great info in here. Try your best to get on a level plane, above or below can skew your judgement. There's two main aspects to judging sheep, body and horn. A mature ram will carry weight in his shoulders and neck and will be... -
Mule deer reading
Another vote for blood in the tracks and I agree with some far out there stuff but overall a great read. I know you wanted a hard copy but I picked it up on the kindle app for around $10 if I remember. -
Sheep Camo
Dull fabric that doesn't shine is way more important, whether camo or not. I usually wear some kind of camo because it MAY make a 0.1% difference in hiding and I think it looks better in photos :ROFLMAO:. However, your aoudad guide is way out of their element. Plenty of sheep have been killed... -
308 and Aoudad
Yep, same here. Pick a good bullet, go forth and do good things. Don't over-think, just learn to shoot that gun and to follow up quickly. Depending on terrain, anchoring a sheep before they get into more gnarly stuff can be important. I have seen average size rams soak up what would be... -
Tikka recoil
Yes, I have a T3X Superlite in 308 along with another 308 and a 7mm08 in different makes and the Tikka outkicks them both. But, its a 7# rig so I expected it. Like others have said, the rifle has a considerable jump but I have read that the stock recoil pad on the t3x will cause more jump than... -
Steel vs aluminum rings
I've never used aluminum rings but in my research on a very similar build, the consensus was that steel makes up for its weight penalty in toughness/reliability. Again, no first hand experience with alum rings but Ill take the weight penalty for a little more peace of mind. -
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