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    Latest version of my perfect poncho/tarp shelter

    Pathfinder poncho
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    Latest version of my perfect poncho/tarp shelter

    I’d go 112” x 66” if I was making one. Add 2 loops like the sheep tarp or I added to elevate the tarp on the ends in the cave configuration. I have an old Pathfinder poncho thats a 7.5” square that works well too, makes a plow point that’s just big enough to work well. Its a heavier material...
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    Latest version of my perfect poncho/tarp shelter

    I have the MyTrailCo poncho. It’s nice, but a little small as a shelter in my opinion. The extra 6” of length on this new one makes a difference.
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    Tripod or No Tripod?

    For day hunting I like the Primos Rapid Pivot bipod. I can quickly pop it off the mount on my rifle if I need to, but I can also shoot confidently to 250 yards from it. Prone isn't an option most places I hunt, but I keep the prone model in my pack as well. If that situation presents itself...
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    6mm /.243 hunting success on Big Game

    I've had really good performance from the 90gr accubond on deer and coyotes. It's a great bullet.
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    The do it all self-defense pistol

    If concealed carry isn't an issue I'd have to pick my S&W 386XL Hunter in 357. It's what I carry a lot in the woods in the lower 48. It's basically a lighter 686 7 shot. I can use a lot of different ammo types and it seems to put them all pretty close to the same spot. I mainly carry 158gr...
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    Best Puffy?

    I have not had that problem with the Kuiu Superdown Pro jacket or pants. I also have an old Marmot puffy I've had for years I got for $80 off Ebay that has worked really well. I've worn it for work and it's seen a lot of use in the winter, but usually under a shell.
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    What predator call to buy?

    My buddy I hunt with got a Lucky Duck because I had a Foxpro. Between us we figured we had more variety. I much prefer the TX 1000 remote on the Foxpro, but the sounds on the Lucky Duck are great too. I've added a lot of sounds to my Foxpro over the years to improve our variety. I'm in...
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    Anyone have a tricked out .22 pistol they hunt squirrels with.

    Got a call from the gunsmith, he has the Volquartsen trigger kit in my 22/45 Lite. I'm looking forward to a 2.5lb trigger so the dot doesn't move around so much when I'm trying to squeeze the trigger. I hope to get time to pick it up today.
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    Camp Axe Recommendations?

    I've hammered plenty of stuff with my GB small forest axe with no issues. When weight matters and you only have so many tools, you use what you have. I have a Council Tool axe too with the hardened poll now. It works well, but I prefer the handle on the GB. I carry the Council Tool when...
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    Ultralight Tripod Options

    My set-ups aren't the absolute lightest and aren't, but they have worked really well for me. If I need standing height I use the Slik 634 with the Outdoorsmans pan head, If I don't I use the Slik 624 with the Outdoorsmans micro pan head. They work well with my 10x Leicas, Swaro 15's, or my...
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    South Alabama guy in need of some help.

    I wasn't on the Haul road, but I really liked my Crispi Hiland Pro boots on our caribou hunt. The built in gaiters saved me a lot of steps and kept my feet dry. The other guys with regular boots and gaiters were going around water I just went through. I do need good ankle support though, Muck...
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    Tent recommendations

    My caribou hunt was out of Kotz, so I’m not sure about the brush where your going along the banks to block wind. Take my advice on tarps with that in mind. Others will have better recommendations. Going today I’d take my Kuiu Storm Star to sleep in. Overkill is not a bad thing in Alaska on...
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    What Ammunitioin for my 2024 Alaska Moose Hunt

    It was a much different animal, but probably the best example of an Accubond's toughness I've seen was a shot through both front shoulders on a big midwestern whitetail buck. A buddy shot it at 80 yards broadside with the 110 grain Accubond from his 257 Weatherby. Muzzle velocity was right at...
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    What Ammunitioin for my 2024 Alaska Moose Hunt

    I have not used the Accubond long range, but always got good performance from the standard version. The Sirocco you mentioned has performed like a slightly tougher Accubond for friends who have used it. 80% weight retention on recovered bullets instead of the 60-70% I've seen from Accubonds...
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    bag recommendations?

    I've taken my Kifaru 20 degree Slick Bag on all my AK trips and liked that bag for drying layers out at night. I don't own a down bag, just some down blankets. I don't have experience with down bags to compare to the Kifaru, I just know it has served me well.
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    Ideal optic for coyotes

    I haven't found the perfect one yet at least at a price I'm willing to pay. I think it would be a 1-10x with a fairly fine center crosshair and the ability to light the center dot of the reticle for low light. Reliable turrets for dialing those longer shots where one hangs up and I'm using a...
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    Got the old one I was after

    Thanks everyone
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    AK Moose/Caribou Planning and Gear Lessons Learned

    Glad I could help a little. I have to share your adventures the years I stay home from Alaska and save up for another trip.
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    AK Moose/Caribou Planning and Gear Lessons Learned

    Congrats Slugz, I was way late getting caught up on your adventure. You made a great plan and it all came together. That's a great feeling!

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