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  1. Arcticmanak

    Moose Caliber: Maine

    As some insurance in the case of a longer shot I would take either the 270, 06, or 7mm. Of those three I would choose the '06 with 180gn nosler partition if you shoot it well. I have shot several moose here in Alaska with that combo and it is ideal. I shot one with 270 and 150gn noslers and...
  2. Arcticmanak

    AK gear gems?

    Lots of good things already listed. I'll add a couple: NRS tie down straps. They are tough and I've found countless uses for them in camp. I keep a couple wrapped around my Kelty Cache Hauler pack frame for securing meat. Leukotape is handy for preventing blisters, and can be used in various...
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    Help with Binos!

    Well said Spiral. I got a trial pair of Mavens, bought and returned Kowas, looked through a friend's Leica's , and tried Vortex, Leupold, Zeiss and Swaro (last two models were out of my budget...but just for comparison) at a local store before making my decision. I think once one reaches the...
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    upgrade binos

    A vote for GPO Passion HD in 10x42 here. They are phenomenal. A close 2nd/3rd is Zeiss Conquest HD, and the Maven B1.2 I think at that price point you would be happy with any of those choices. I also recommend you talk to Doug at Camera Land. Their knowledge and customer service are excellent.
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    When you have no cell reception.

    I use an Inreach SE+, and paired with a smartphone and the Garmin Earthmate app it works reliably to send and receive messages. It is quick and easy to type messages through the app and send them via bluetooth. I don't really use the GPS function for navigating, since I have OnX also on the...
  6. Arcticmanak

    Thermacell

    Yes, they work great in the interior of Alaska. I was covered in skeeters the other night, turned it on, and in a few minutes they were long gone. It sure beats having to lather up with bug dope.
  7. Arcticmanak

    Sold Zeiss Conquest HD 10x42

    What a deal!
  8. Arcticmanak

    180 VLD on Alaska moose

    No way. I was hunting with an individual a few years ago that shot their first moose with 308 using a 168 grain Berger VLD hunting bullet. The shot was broadside at approximately 75 yards, and unfortunately it was a front shoulder hit. The entrance wound was like no other I've seen, a 5 inch...
  9. Arcticmanak

    Sub $400 scope

    I have a Burris Fullfield II on a 30-06 and it has performed flawlessly in some very challenging conditions. I would not hesitate to buy another. I didn't care for the E1 reticle and went instead with the standard duplex crosshair.
  10. Arcticmanak

    Help with Binos!

    I tried the Kowa Genesis 10.5x44, Maven B6 10x50 and GPO Passion 10x42 side by side and ended up keeping the GPO'S. They are exceptional. I also have a pair of Zeiss Conquest HD 8x32s that I absolutely love to carry. Lightweight, compact and crystal clear...
  11. Arcticmanak

    Moose hunting 101

    I can only speak from experience hunting moose in Alaska. I second the recommendation of talking to F&G. I found that I was way ahead of the game by getting advice, harvest reports, population estimates, times of the rut etc. from my local office. Your 300 (I assume win mag) is optimal for...
  12. Arcticmanak

    Maven b6 vs GPO HD vs Leupold BX5 Santiam 10 x 50

    For whatever it's worth, I also have looked through Swaros and Leica and yes, they are optically superior. But for a blue collar hunter such as myself I just could not justify the cost for what I believe is a relatively small gain over the sub-alpha glass. I also handled and briefly looked...
  13. Arcticmanak

    Maven b6 vs GPO HD vs Leupold BX5 Santiam 10 x 50

    https://rokslide.com/forums/threads/which-for-the-10x-itch.280202/
  14. Arcticmanak

    Maven b6 vs GPO HD vs Leupold BX5 Santiam 10 x 50

    I tried the Maven B6 10x50, Kowa Genesis 10.5x44 and GPO Passion HD 10x42 and ended up keeping the GPO's. Honestly I could not tell but maybe the slightest difference optically between them. The Kowas were just too heavy and bulky for me. The Mavens had a couple quirks that I didn't care for...
  15. Arcticmanak

    G. Fred Asbell Has Passed Away

    I have enjoyed his articles and books over many years. His book on Stalking and Still-hunting is excellent. He will be greatly missed. I extend sincere wishes of comfort and condolences to Teresa.
  16. Arcticmanak

    Bino help! Kowa gensis, Cabela’s euro hd, swaro slc?

    I recently tested and compared Kowa Genesis 10.5x44s, Maven B.6 10x50 and GPO Passion HD 10x42 and ended up keeping the GPO's. The Kowas were impressive, but heavy and the eye cups didn't fit me well. The GPO's are exceptional glass, crisp, clear and right up there with the big names. I am...
  17. Arcticmanak

    Inflatable Power Options

    I had a 14ft Sea Eagle inflatable for several years and ran it with a 35hp prop. It has rigid floorboards and is a very well built boat. I think if paired with an outboard jet you would do well.
  18. Arcticmanak

    Looking for Boat Rental - Fairbanks AK

    I don't know how substantial the flow of the river is that you are intending to motor upstream, but we've used a mount like this on a NRS raft, 5hp motor and motored across a lake and down a flat stretch of river. Or do you have something like a zodiak type raft with a built in transom in mind?
  19. Arcticmanak

    Cut While Butchering--Reason to Worry?

    I shot a caribou a few years ago and was rushing to get it field dressed and packed out before dark. While hurrying to separate the knee joints I sliced my knuckle on pinky finger. No first aid kit, I wrapped it with surveyor's tape till I got to a gas station a few hours down the road where I...
  20. Arcticmanak

    Cut While Butchering--Reason to Worry?

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