when scouting new locations I take a pump type filter, full 3ltr bladder that connects to my pump, some purifier tablets and a container of some sort (empty Gatorade bottle for lightweight). If I'm only going on an overnight trip I take a topped off 4-6ltr bladder and some tablets for emergency...
Havalon Bolt in my kill kit and Gerber folder always clipped in my pocket... unless I'm at an air port. I would like the benchmade but hate the idea of loosing it.
I just picked one up and have it on a bikini highcamp 7k . I played with it some and think it would work best as designed even with a heavy load and treking poles.
I just got a 4-12x40 diamond back scope and so far it seems good. good repeatable movents of the turrets and I can't tell the difference in glass between it and leopold or burris scopes of a little higher price. The ziess looked better but more expensive, the redfields didn't impress me and I...
I am looking at upgrading my sleep system. Right now it consists of a Big Agnes copper spur ul2, rei radiant 10*down bag, BAIAC pad regular, cocoon IAC pillow, and z-lite pad. I am thinking of going the tarp/bivi route after watching Aron's scouting video. I have in mind a Kifaru super tarp...
Also, I would try to find a recurve handle that feels the most comfortable to you as there are many different styles. The Samik sage is a good starter bow with changeable limbs start at 35-45 lbs
A good wool sock like darn tough mid weight sock should be ok, if your stopping and glassing for extended periods you can loosen the boots up. Have a 2nd pair of socks so you can change into a dry pair, also look into a pair of low gaiters.
I've seen adapters for binoculars ranging from $15 to $100. What bino adapter are you using, how is it holding up, and how much did it cost? I have some Meopta Meostar 10x42's and they are threaded on the front for an adapter.
Thanks
Tom