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  1. NJDiverDan

    Quilt and a wide pad??

    I run a wide pad, and an extra wide quilt. I am a pretty big guy (6'4" 240lb) and I can tuck the sides of the quilt under me between myself and the pad.
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    BA Diamond Park 0°

    I am on the opposite end of the size spectrum, 6'4" about 240 lbs. I have a park series down bag (10 degree model) and had no issues with it. I have since moved to a quilt and prefer that over the bag. I also tend to sleep in base layers and socks, but nothing major and had the bag down in...
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    Scenario; you hear a bugle

    I'll take a stab... I would quickly pick a spot that I can get to quickly and quietly that is 30-50 yards closer to where the bull is. Then find a branch and do 15-20 seconds of raking. Then move up to the spot and sit tight.
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    Sold Primus ETA Spider Stove Kit - Perfect

    I will take this. Kevin, sent you a PM.
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    Bino Case? Or no?

    I use an AGC bino case that also holds my range finder, extra calls, phone, wind puffer, etc. I only take it off to add or remove layers during the day. I am on the different part of the spectrum in that I use my binos often when archery hunting elk.
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    Sleeping Bag for Larger Person

    The Big Agnes Park series bags are pretty nice for us bigger guys. I used the Summit (15 degree) before transitioning to a quilt.
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    Pistol carrying in Grand Tetons?

    Just realize that the visitor centers do not allow firearms inside. It is posted on their doors. Not trying to start a 2nd amendment conversation here, just stating. Oh, I typically carry in both Teton and Yellowstone NP. Make sure your have reciprocity with Wyoming.
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    Not seeing elk the whole trip

    Agree with the above, physical & mental. After a couple of days of miles with no elk, it is easy to start getting discouraged. Start thinking of home, etc. That said, if you are sleeping close enough to where you think there should be elk (1-2 miles) you should be hearing them at night at...
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    WTB Kifaru Duplex shoulder straps

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    WTB Kifaru Duplex shoulder straps

    Shot in the dark here but I’m looking for an older set of Duplex shoulder straps. One of my 5 year old straps is coming apart. Mine are foliage but I am not concerned with color. Let me know what you may have kicking around.
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    Sleeping Pad Preparedness

    As for leak detector. I find saliva to work pretty well. The surface tension in your saliva is lower than water (like soapy water) which allows you to make spit bubbles. -dan
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    Flatlanders workout

    For the treadmill, 3.0 @ 15 is ok, but it is not working you hard enough to have the gains you want out hear. Interval the speed to increase your heart rate. You need to get into the cardio range. I am guessing it is more your lungs than your legs that are failing at altitude. You can back...
  13. NJDiverDan

    Idaho Elk hunting 2020

    Hunt Colorado?
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    Big man Sleeping Pad

    Another vote for the EXPED LW UL Winter mat. I'm 6'4" 240, but used to sleep on the same pad when I was 100 pounds heavier.
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    Idaho palisades

    ATVs in Idaho are not just a Hunter issue. Meaning that even though a trail is closed to a hunter during the season, it is still open for recreational ATVing. So, some of the people you see / off the roads, on the trails, may be just people out riding. Makes it really difficult for Fish &...
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    Warm nights sleep in the back country?

    As a few above have said, I think the issue is your sleep pad. Get something with a higher R value or put a foam pad (like a Z rest) under your inflatable. Another trick would be a space blanket between your Tyvek and your pad.
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    Side by side, the 50” trail versions

    One thing on the 50". Here in Idaho, if you are in a restricted MV area, you can only travel on the full roads when hunting, so that negates the 50" need. I have both a full size Polaris Ranger and a Can Am wheeler. Both have been trouble free. The Polaris gets more use during hunting season.
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    Steep country shelter

    Someone else said it, but for steep and in the timberline, you cannot beat a hammock / tarp set up.
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    Where are you hunting Elk in 2020? Rifle, ML, or Bow?

    For Elk; Idaho, Bow. I will put in for rifle Antelope and Deer is always a wild card for me.
  20. NJDiverDan

    3 Season Tent vs 4 Season Tent

    Idaho in October can be pretty iffy. If you are within a few hours hike back to the truck, I would not worry about it, your 3 season will likely be fine. If you get a foot of snow dumped on you, and it crushes your tent, hike back to the truck. Also, not all 3 season tents are built the same...
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