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    things NOT to take on a guided hunt

    For sheep, I take pretty much the same as if I’m going solo except I leave my stove behind and have a reduced kill kit to save a bit of weight. I also typically leave my spotter and tripod behind as I personally don’t see the need carry the extra few pounds of dead weight on a 10-12 day hunt...
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    Has anyone hunted Snow Sheep?

    Yes I hunted snow sheep in 2019. Yes it’s possible to bring back with you but it will take a few extra days in Moscow for paperwork to be completed and you’ll need to make sure capes are dry. I shipped my cape and horns as I was flying Aeroflot through LAX and didn’t want to take chances...
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    Central Asia 2022

    I personally a fan of the 300 calibers for Central Asia hunts. Most of the shooting is longer range and some of those animals are tough to bring down, so down range energy is something to consider.
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    Has the internet created MORE hunters?

    I think the internet and social media have definitely had an impact on hunting….negatively. I also think companies like Sitka, Kuiu, etc have made it cool to be a “back country” hunter with their marketing strategies. And why does everyone need a “sheep gun” now? Admittedly, I have Sitka and...
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    Merino vs Poly.

    I also have the same experience and have transitioned away from merino to synthetic for next to skin as more comfortable from a moisture management and itch standpoints. With the odor treatment, I can get a few days in same clothes even if sweating heavily. I keep merino for my socks...
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    Mountain Hunting Regrets

    I have two that come immediately to mind as lessons learned First are ill fitting boots that ruined a hunt due to blisters and the second is not test firing rifle at hunting camp to check if issues with temperature/barometric pressure resulting in POI shift. Missed a really big sheep due to this.
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    To guide lid or not to guide lid...

    I also recommend running the guide lid. I use one as standard with my EMR2 bag. My sat phone, possibles bag, poop kit, headlamp and snacks always go in. I can’t imagine running my pack without a lid.
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    Switching from Swaro slc 15x56 to tract 12.5x50

    Tract? Replacement for S&B? What am I missing as I’ve never heard of Tract
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    Kenetrek Mountain Extremes

    Kenetreks….never been impressed with them and even less impressed in the snow and ice!
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    Custom actions

    I’ve been super impressed with the Pierce titanium action on my last build. Build quality and machining tolerances are second to none.
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    Best Stainless 375 H&H for Alsakan Brown Bear

    I bought a browning a-bolt stainless synthetic in .375 H&H for exactly the same purpose and it fits the bill nicely for me. It’s a nice workhorse rifle and I didn’t see the need for a more expensive or custom rifle for this type of hunting.
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    Optic Combo for Sheep

    I’m a big fan of the Swarovski NL 12x42s after putting them to use. I was able to stabilize them over my knees and/trekking pole, much so over my 12x50 ELs that I used religiously in the past. I also have them set up for tripod use. Also a fan of Swarovski 65mm STM spotting scope with 20-50...
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    Clint Smith on rifle scopes

    Yep fully agree. Simple
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    Zeiss victory rf vs newest Swarovski EL range glass

    I would forego for range finding capability and just focus on getting truly great glass. Will last you a lifetime and will be truly buy once, cry once. RF component of binos are just something to get out dated or fail.
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    Rifle Case Replacement Foam

    I just bought my replacement foam off Amazon. It’s was the exact same foam as in my pelican case.
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    Insulated or non-insulated boots

    It’s all about having the right tool for the right job. Unfortunately that sometimes means having more tools than you need at a given time. Boots are no different. I run uninsulated for early season and up to 1000 gr insulated or pacs for late season depending on conditions. I’ve never been...
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    Good bullet choice for dall sheep/? Combo

    I’m a bit partial to 168 grain barnes TTSX As others mentioned focus what’s best for sheep. The rest will follow suit
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    Austrian Ibex?

    Alpine Ibex. I haven’t hunted them yet but on my to do list. I’ve bid on these hunts before but didn’t go high enough. I think more along the lines of $25k minimum depending on which country you hunt them. I believe permits are quite limited. My understanding is the chamois and mouflon...
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    2021 blacktail bucks

    Is that buck legal? You can’t shoot the big bucks if you shoot the little ones!
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    Nevada Bighorn

    I’ve been applying and building points since 1997. Going on 25 years. I was about your age when I started applying. I’ve been both resident and non resident status during this time. It’s really a matter of luck in the draw, which apparently I have very little of

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