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  1. JustSomeGuy35

    Q&A for Athlon Helos BTR Gen 2 2-12x42mm Field Eval

    Wow......this sucks. I bought two of these because of reviews on 24hourcampfire and here. I'm glad to know the truth now so I won't find out the hard way on my next out of state hunt. Thank you for the testing!
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    What's your favorite part of a hunt?

    My favorite part is everything leading up to the shot. I love the planning, preperation, and actual hunting. But when it all comes together and whatever I'm hunting steps out....it's all business from there. I feel satisfaction in making good kills and providing my family with food. The killing...
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    Pros/Cons of where you have lived

    Washington (East & West sides): Pro's - Lot's of public land, doesn't get too cold, great fishing and hunting opportunities, lots of stuff to do. Cons - The politics suck, homeless camps, gotta get into the steep and deep country to escape the crowds during hunting season, combat fishing when...
  4. JustSomeGuy35

    Reliable Short Range Whitetail Scope

    I'm glad you found it informative like I did. Its not a perfect test but still provides some data for consideration. I'm definitely not promoting anyone to start shooting thru brush but it's good to see what the possibilities are. Especially for those who hunt brushy shit in bear country. As...
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    Reliable Short Range Whitetail Scope

    If you watch the 1st video that I posted, you'll see a 45-70 chop a shrub in half and still hit the target. I don't know how repeatable that is, nor do I think someone should shoot stuff thru brush. All I'm saying is, the slower heavier calibers were clearly better at punching thru brush than...
  6. JustSomeGuy35

    Sleeping bag for cold kayaker

    I paddle far but no walking really. I live next to the Mississippi so I paddle around the islands and camp wherever I can find a piece of ground that isn't just mud. Thus, weight is no issue but storage on the kayak is tricky. I appreciate all your recommendations!
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    Sleeping bag for cold kayaker

    Update: I've been researching bags and pads today and realize that my original $200 budget was pretty silly. It appears that the cost for quality sleep gear has gone up considerably since the last time I looked in 2007. I'll have to wait a few months before shopping for a sleeping pad. I also...
  8. JustSomeGuy35

    Sleeping bag for cold kayaker

    I looked up the Wiggys, read the reviews and I like what I'm seeing! The only info I couldn't find is the size of it when compressed. Do you know the size? Even just a ballpark idea.
  9. JustSomeGuy35

    Sleeping bag for cold kayaker

    I have a Coleman inflatable pad that I've been using for about 20 years for regular camping. Its bulky and hasn't been inflatable for the last 8 years, haha. There's no way I can fit it on my kayak without soaking it. What pads do you recommend?
  10. JustSomeGuy35

    Sleeping bag for cold kayaker

    I'm definitely a warmer sleeper. The kind of guy that uses thin sheets on his bed even in winter. I will research bags with those ratings tomorrow and pads too. Tomorrow I'm going to pull out all the gear I'd take on a multi-day trip and see what my storage options are. Maybe there's a way I...
  11. JustSomeGuy35

    Sleeping bag for cold kayaker

    I was hopeful for all 3 but kinda expected an answer like yours, haha!
  12. JustSomeGuy35

    Sleeping bag for cold kayaker

    I'll look into it. Thank you!
  13. JustSomeGuy35

    Sleeping bag for cold kayaker

    Tomorrow I'll take measurements of the spot I was thinking it'd go in. I'll also put together my yak camping gear and see what other storage options I have. A rough estimate of what I hoped to find was a quality sleep system that is no more than 8-10" in diameter and roughly 16" long when...
  14. JustSomeGuy35

    Sleeping bag for cold kayaker

    I'm wondering if any of you can recommend a very warm but compact sleeping bag for my late Fall and early Spring kayaking trips? I generally only do day trips when Temps fall below 45° but I'd like to change that. Needs: - Must be able to reliably keep me warm down to 15 - 20°. - Must be...
  15. JustSomeGuy35

    Reliable Short Range Whitetail Scope

    I wouldn't call this scientific or conclusive by any means, but it's an interesting video from Iraqveteran8888 on the subject. Part 1 Part 2
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    Reliable Short Range Whitetail Scope

    They're hard to come by now since being discontinued and blown out at stupid cheap prices a few years ago. I have one on a .308 and love the reticle! Haven't hunted with it yet but it's been great on the range.
  17. JustSomeGuy35

    Any holographic (eotech) users here?

    I have a double astigmatism so even though I like red dots, they aren't very precise for me because it looks like a small paint splatter. That's why I bought a 512 for my main AR and I like it a lot. I haven't had any issues with seeing the reticle on sunny days with the brightness turned up...
  18. JustSomeGuy35

    Swfa 3-15 is legit

    That's the best advice haha. If that's too many scopes...buy more guns.
  19. JustSomeGuy35

    Meeker wolves

    That's a silly story. Of course it's wolves. They talk about disease as if that changes the fact that some of the animals showed wounds consistent with wolf attacks. It's either laziness, ineptitude, or a cover up. Maybe all 3.
  20. JustSomeGuy35

    Swfa 3-15 is legit

    Kinda depends on a few things. Like whats the intended use and are you okay with waiting for the scope for a long time? Most people would tell you to go for the 6x and 3-9. I don't know anyone that prefers the 3-15 over the 3-9 for hunting purposes. I look at the 3-15 as a worthy substitute for...

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