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  1. Firehawk

    New binos

    I am on the other side of this situation. I use 8 (now 8.5) x binos because I can't hold a 10x steady enough. I have tried many times, and with really good glass, but I just can't do it. But I sure can see better in my 8.5s (My 9x45 Mavens were really good too, but was right on the edge)...
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    Sweaty feet and Cripis

    I run both the Nevada and the Colorado. I bought the Colorado specifically to help reduce moisture in my boot. They definitely breathe better. I prefer them to my Nevadas most of the time. And I also have found it helpful to loosen them up and even remove them if possible to let my feet "air...
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    Scored some H1000

    I am in the SLC area and haven't seen H1000 or Retumbo in a VERY long time. Would love to pick some H1000 up for sure. If you don't mind passing along where that was, I will keep an eye out for a while. Varget is the other one that I wish I could find. Seems that some folks find it and...
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    Maven Custom Build + Eastern lightweight kit

    If you are like me, you will absolutely love the B3 8x30. They are terrific. And so small too. What really surprised me was how good they were on a tripod. They were so small compared to my fluid head and tall tripod, but they worked so good on it. It was quite impressive. Wish I still...
  5. Firehawk

    WTS Maven C1 8x42

    Free bump. I have these same binos. Really good glass. My opinion is that they are a little better than the Vortex Viper HD.
  6. Firehawk

    Cimmaron guy outs

    Did you send it to SO to have them added? Or did you do something else? I am considering doing something similar.
  7. Firehawk

    $144 sale for Burris Fullfield II still on at Cameraland

    My Burris Fullfields and my Signature Select have been bullet proof. The BP reticle works (and any hash mark type of scope) great, as long as you dial the right magnification. Don't ask me how I know :cry:;) :ROFLMAO: . These are good scopes that don't get a lot of love, but I would bet the...
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    Radiant heat in ceiling?

    I work for our local utility implementer in Utah. We have some really strong incentive programs for homeowners who currently have that type of heating system (all electric), to move to a ductless Heat Pump option. The kWh savings is significant enough, that our utility company is paying...
  9. Firehawk

    Tripod head options

    Thank you ZachP! I put my 774 on my buddy's tripod (SLIK 624) with the VA5 head. That head is smoother than mine for sure. If I could figure out a way to switch it without him knowing, I would do it. :ROFLMAO: :ROFLMAO:
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    Tripod head options

    Luckily, I have an Apple Watch, so I have been practicing using it to take the photos through the iphone camera, from my wrist. And it even has a 3 second timer on it too. This has made it much easier to avoid the "shake" from touching the screen to push the button to take the photo. Learned...
  11. Firehawk

    Tripod head options

    Okay, I have been playing around in my backyard looking up at the Wasatch Front for the last 30 minutes or so. I am pretty certain that the balancing of the plate was the main culprit. Also, no matter how careful I am, my iPhone camera will pick up movement at 2-3 miles, when I am at full 60x...
  12. Firehawk

    Tripod head options

    Thank you Joel! I am going to play with the balance as suggested by Superdoo and see what happens. If I still have a problem, I will give you a shout. Also, my buddy loaned me his Sirui VA5 to try as well. I will let you know what I find. FH
  13. Firehawk

    Tripod head options

    That thought crossed my mind too. I am going to play with that a little bit. The plate I have is quite long, so I have room to moved it accordingly.
  14. Firehawk

    Tripod head options

    I need some help. I have a Kowa 774 and a SLIK 733 tripod with a Promaster SPCH20 fluid head. I am trying to utilize my digiscoping tools better than I have before and I am finding myself really struggling. If I "lock down" the head in one position, the weight of the spotter makes it move a...
  15. Firehawk

    Is 5x "good enough" for close range target acquisition for hunting?

    If you are hunting in the trees and have a chance at "jump shooting" an elk, you would likely enjoy the less magnification. If your style is more of a spot and stalk/ambush style, the 5x on the low end would be fine. I have been using a 3-9 or 3.5-10 for most of my 35+ years of hunting. Very...
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    Eddie Bauer cirrusLite down jacket

    Well, I emailed with Customer Service and complained a little about showing sales on the same items we have been waiting for. They apologized and said that they should be shipping out early February. Friday, I received confirmation that my jacket had shipped and will be to my home later this...
  17. Firehawk

    Help with a deer load for my 7mm08 Remington Model 7

    We have three 7mm-08 in our house, plus my buddy's rifle, and all of them will shoot sub MOA with Varget and either a 140 Accubond or Ballistic Tip. Btip is generally slightly more accurate, but very small difference. And, one rifle will shoot one ragged hole type groups when bullet is seated...
  18. Firehawk

    Favorite lite boots for early season elk

    I liked my Asolo Neutrons and Salomons for this type of work. Both are very comfortable and pretty light. The Asolos did better in steep country, especially with a load, but both worked pretty good. This year, I tried Crispi Colorados. I wanted something more breathable than my full leather...
  19. Firehawk

    Are Crispi Wild Rock Boots waterproof? I have read in numerous places that Crispi boot are water repellent not waterproof. Does anybody's leak?

    Any leather, if not kept clean and treated, will eventually absorb water. Then it is up to the membrane to keep the water out. Rarely, have I ever had a boot, properly cared for, break down before the goretex bootie inside. And remember, it is vitally important to wash the inside of your...
  20. Firehawk

    Downsizing to one rifle. Question is, which one.

    A 35 Whelan, 338-06, or similar rifle sounds perfect. And not boring like the .30-06. We all know how good that cartridge is, but it is so boring. It does everything well, easy to load for, easy to find loaded ammo, easy to find components, but man..... :D

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