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  1. mavinwa2

    Iron Will Question

    Been super pleased with IW Solids. Have vented too at first. Would choose the solid every time. 2020 Buck in avatar was taken at 62 yards with IW Solid S 125gr. Had a complete pass thru on a bull elk at 45 yards, angled in thru the crease and hit scapula on other side. Bull went down within...
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    Can Colorado OTC Elk Last Forever?

    Well I hope for 5 more years at least....then I might be too old for OTC backcountry elk hunting
  3. mavinwa2

    Saddle Hunting Pack

    love my Kifaru Scout for saddle hunting
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    Euro Mount in Los Angeles?

    I've had good results using Dawn dish detergent, little bit baking soda. Do not boil, just simmer for hours. Rinse skull out good with garden hose nozzle. Then simmer again, clean ( I use a pick), thoroughly dry and apply the peroxide cream.
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    Elk boned out weight

    most of the weights reported above 200-250lbs are within the range that I've experienced. My other elk weight experience: Hunting solo 2-3 miles in, takes me 4-5 round trips to pack a boned out bull, cape-head.
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    A hunt, hike & observation in the central Arizona high desert...

    Going back into an area that had 5 good bucks 3 days earlier. But the bucks were spooked out of the canyons and over the ridgeline by 4 other hunters. From highpoint on ridge, I watched the buck's exit routes from 1000 yards away through my Swaro spotter & 15x56 binocs. Group of 3 hunters put on...
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    Spot Hogg Wise Guy

    bought a 2nd for backup, extra release. The Wise Guy, its that good. Tried the Tuff Guy release too. However it made a LOUD CLICK sound upon release. Returned it, don't need the CLICK to alert a buck/bull.
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    Treestand Elk Hunting

    been using a tree saddle and one-stick system the last 2 years. Coming across a good spot or pattern elk coming/going to bedding areas, I can be up the tree in 10 min and ready to hunt, depending on wind direction.
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    My basic kill kit review

    A video review of my basic kill kit and contents. Tools, items needed to process game whether I'm day hunting from vehicle, hiking in from base camp or in the backcountry. I will occasionally carry additional tools, items in my backpack too, But this Basic Kill Kit is always with me. SEE/SEARCH...
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    What's in your wallet, err, Kill Kit?

    here's my basic kill kit for the last 20 years. Sometimes will also carry additional items, tools in my backpack if needed. But this basic kit is always carried.
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    Sevr TI 2.0 or 1.5 for elk?

    mechanical BH and penetration....hilarious mentioned in same context.
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    Outer layers for September Elk hunt

    prepare for wet or even a snow storm in late September, high country can get cold, windy too. I pack clothes for temps that maybe encountered; 20-30's, 40-60's F. Aside from rain gear, what I would add to your clothing would be a down-puffy and a wind proof vest. I like Sitka Jetstream vest but...
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    https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6RCLnTyEgP5ek42WUVgs5g

    https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6RCLnTyEgP5ek42WUVgs5g
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    you might see some similar terrain in my Youtube videos of AZ desert/open terrain hunting...

    you might see some similar terrain in my Youtube videos of AZ desert/open terrain hunting, couple posted here on Rokslide. good luck this fall...
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    I've hunted a lot in 21 as close to my 2nd home in Gilbert AZ but all archery OTC for me. Both...

    I've hunted a lot in 21 as close to my 2nd home in Gilbert AZ but all archery OTC for me. Both coues and muleys, check your rifle tag for species as some rifle permits are species deer specific. Finding water sources are key; cattle water tanks, springs and the local creeks. Lots of cattle in...
  16. mavinwa2

    My gear: Promaster Guide carbon tripod w/Outdoorsman pan head Swaro 15x56mm Swaro 20-60x by 65mm...

    My gear: Promaster Guide carbon tripod w/Outdoorsman pan head Swaro 15x56mm Swaro 20-60x by 65mm HD spotter Swaro 8x32 EL binos with chest bino pouch.
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    you are set.

    you are set.
  18. mavinwa2

    Arizona Mule Deer

    PM sent on optic needs...
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    Optics for desert or open country AZ mule deer: good tripod for big binocs, spotter with, pan...

    Optics for desert or open country AZ mule deer: good tripod for big binocs, spotter with, pan head. Big binocs, like 15x56mm Spotter 20-60x by 65-85mm Hunt binos, such as 8x40, 10x50 etc
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    Arizona Mule Deer

    this will get you started... https://www.azgfd.com/hunting/units/
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