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    Overrated Gear

    Yeah I’ll be looking forward to it. I was hoping to see some of his Leupold tests…
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    Overrated Gear

    I’m not opposed to be proven wrong, it’s just that personal experience tells me otherwise. I will look it up for sure and try to learn.
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    Leupold Tripod Head

    Looking for advice and recommendations on a pan head for my Leupold tripod. I hate the ball head and want to get a pan head but not really sure where to start because there’s tons of options, mounts, etc. Bonus points if it’s one that is for sure compatible with the Leupold Alpine tripod.
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    Longer trip during season Vs taking time off to scout before

    I’m kind of in the same boat because I got lucky this year and have a great set of tags. I plan on hunting for 10 or so days which will use my admin leave and comp time, and will be supplemented with my annual leave. I’m planning on doing a 3D shoot and two scouting trips. For those, whether...
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    Let’s here everyone’s opinion on which caliber they would get for a all round rifle?

    280 AI. 7mm bullet selection, big enough for elk and moose without being overkill for deer sized game. Mild recoil so you can still enjoy a range days for practice. Or maybe hold off for the new 7mm PRC
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    FNG from Ohio

    I’ve posted a couple threads already but newish guy here from Ohio, relocated to New Mexico. Excited to use this site (already am) to get a good head start on building experience out west.
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    Experience with Leupold 2021 Tripod Line?

    I have the Alpine, got it last year. Pretty light, feels sturdy but I’m not exactly well versed in tripods. I will say I HATE the ball head. So if anyone has recommendations for a pan head they know will fit, please send it my way :)
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    Building a Complete Sleep System for Southern NM

    I planned on having two plus room for gear. If I was going solo I’d get a 2 person tent. Really like the KUIU Mountain Star for a solo application. After more consideration I’ve settled on the Marmot Bantamweight 15° and am looking at the BA Rapide and Thermarest Xtherm pads.
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    Overrated Gear

    Okay this one is actually ridiculous. Many of those are great brands lol
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    Building a Complete Sleep System for Southern NM

    I think my main goal is the versatility you're talking about. I don't need the most ultralight gear, and truth be told I'm not experienced enough to pick a specific weight to aim for. Is something like 8-10 pounds with everything reasonable? I'm thinking a three person tent- I have my eye on...
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    Building a Complete Sleep System for Southern NM

    We do have quite a wide array of conditions. How much fine tuning did it take you to find your setup?
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    Building a Complete Sleep System for Southern NM

    That’s definitely something I’ll have to look into, I’ve mostly been looking at the traditional style bags. Seems to maybe be the way to go atleast for early season for sure. As for the Sitka down jacket, it’s in the Kelvin line. Thanks for all the advice!
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    Building a Complete Sleep System for Southern NM

    When you say quilt, you mean the style of bag correct? As opposed to like a mummy style bag? If so, what makes you choose that design? I’ve slowly been building my Sitka system as I get extra cash, but I’ve been looking to replace my old Under Armor base layers because they’re getting older...
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    Building a Complete Sleep System for Southern NM

    All my tags are through the draw. I’d like to say it’s all the hours I put into draw odds research but no doubt luck plays a part in getting the tags. I should specify my elk tag is not truly the Gila, it’s in 16E. I was considering getting two bags, one around 30° and one around 15°. Splitting...
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    Building a Complete Sleep System for Southern NM

    Looking for some advice from those who hunt the southwestern states (Particularly NM), as I have a few hunts this fall and winter. I've been reading here and elsewhere and doing some online pricing and shopping to try to weigh my options. I'll be in the Gila in September for Elk, the bootheel in...
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    New Mexico Unit 16E

    I'm commenting to follow because I have the first one. Sounds like the plan you've laid out is exactly what everyone wants to do.
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    Opinions on 3 rifles

    Honestly one of the nicest rifles I've put my hands on. It "wields" very well, if you get what I mean. Not to mention shoots lights out and I haven't even finished a load for it yet.
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    Opinions on 3 rifles

    Of those three, probably a Tikka. Christensen can be very hit and miss, and for some reason I’ve never been compelled to like Browning over some of the more “traditional” manufacturers. Like someone else mentioned, the stock is very important and often overlooked. In todays world, any rifle can...
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    New Mexico Elk Draw 2022

    First year drawing as a resident in NM. Elk 16E first bow, Der 26 second rifle, Barbary 29,30 Jan-Feb!
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    NM Elk Unit Help

    I moved to NM a few months ago and I'm looking for help in picking an elk unit/units to apply for next year. I've been doing some research but can't find much stuff that is very recent on how fires, wolves, rainfall, etc. has changed things in recent years. So far I've honed in on 13, 15, the...

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