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  1. Snowhunter11

    ** New user ** NX8 vs Tenmile .. questions

    The maven RS1.2 passes the drop test and I believe would be a good candidate. I can bang steel on X8 easily at 626 yards. I haven’t shot to 1200 yards due to range restrictions however I know that scope is capable of getting you there. As mentioned above the Swfa might be your best choice for...
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    6.5 Creedmoor whitetail bullet

    147 eldM 30 yards and 70 yards on whitetail doe this fall. No exit.. however vitals were mush. 5 yards on one and 50 yard downhill death run on the other. They definitely work up close.
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    Trekking Poles

    LEKI Khumbu Lite Aluminum is what I use. They have worked good for me the last few years of mountain hunts/trips. No hesitation to recommend. $120 reg or $100 on sale. Flip locks- I like for adjustability. You need to adjust based on ascent, decent, and occasional sidehilling. Also learn how...
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    Sheep hunting shelters tents or tarps

    I currently use a Kuiu storm star 2 which I like for alpine sheep hunting. I use the Kuiu with confidence. I have also seen and /or heard of the MSR HUBBA HUBBA, SG and various Hilliberg tents being used. Discussed a lot on here if you use the search function on specific tents. If you plan to...
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    Sheep hunting shelters tents or tarps

    Different kinds of sheep live in many different climates. What area, season, and species are you after? Can make a big difference on shelter recommendations.
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    The Shoot2hunt Podcast

    I found the JVB podcast to be mostly fair to form and a lot of his thought processes. Yes he disagreed on a few things(such as quartering shots with match light caliber). However he agreed on most and even some things I wouldn’t have expected such as using match ammo on deer. It’s a good thing...
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    Tempest WEATHERmeter

    Just seeing if anyone had real world experience using this Tempest WEATHERmeter? Connects via bluetooths and works with the shooter/geoballistics apps. Has wind, temp, and density altitude. No screen though. Let me know if you have used and what you think. Thanks
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    270 Success on big game.

    I can second that .270 130gr Hornady SST I killed a ton of deer with. Ranges from 10ft to 600 yards. I would have to look back but somewhere in the ~30-40 harvests with said combo. Lost a buck with a poor shot once and it was my fault. Lost a doe hit in the front shoulder broadside just over...
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    Awesome snow tracking video

    Holy forking sheet.. that is intense!
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    Kuiu Super Down Pro Layering?

    Not sure how international shipping works.. but I would try them for a replacement. Kuiu brand is to be the best fabrics and fit. They had better stand up to that reputation.
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    Let's See Your Semi-Custom Tikka Builds

    That’s one sexy mountain gun there Ben! I look forward to hearing how they shoot and hold up for you.
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    best rifle cover

    I use the kuiu rifle cover which is basically a rip off of the solo hunter I am told. Gets the job done in nasty weather. If it’s on when I am bushwhacking it still has small sticks and pine needles.. however it comes off quickly if I were to need it. Fair enough trade off.
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    Headlamp?

    I use the pretzel tactikka 450lm. I weighed it at 2.89oz. I believe they make lighter less lumen models as well. I also use this for morning runs switching it to different powers based on amounts of artificial light. It’s plenty bright in the backcountry. Comes with a long lasting rechargeable...
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    How much do new Tikka barrels speed up?

    Same with my 6.5 creed.. consistent with factory 147 Eld M 2480fps cut to 18” with 4 port um break
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    best general purpose STEEL shot-size for combo of big & small ducks?

    #2 for large ducks #3 or 4 for smaller ducks BB in 3.5” for geese I now shoot #4 bismuth when possible as it kills most flying things “more better” !
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    Rifle and Scope?

    I am happy with my current choice. A 6.5 creed Tikka SS cut to 18” with UM SS pro 4 muzzle brake. Maven RS 1.2 and UM lows mounted to factory rail. Rokstok arca/pic to use with a Leofoto tripod. Shooting Hornady ELDM 147. (8.1lbs) without sling or loaded mag. Garmin chronograph 2482 fps avg...
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    Vortex Razor HD vs Zeiss Conquest HD?

    Have used the zeiss conquest for ~ 6 months now. They are high quality optics for an affordable price. Great fov and outstanding light transmission. Buy them both try out for a day or week and send the pair back you don’t like. It’s a bit inconvenient having to return.. however better than...
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    SWFA website updated; More to come in 2024

    When I purchased they ran a tiny amount to verify like .50c . So they could easily cancel those orders. However one would hope they would have done that a year ago..
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    Maven RS1.2 2.5-15x44mm SHR-Mil Q&A

    On a recent mountain hunt my pack and rifle went end over end then proceeded to clack a rock on the wind turret cover. I for some reason trusted it without confirmation which I would not have in the past. Shot today and was ~ 2/10 of a mil off to the right. For that violent of a spill I thought...
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    Montana Unlimited units

    Anyone with experience in unit 501? What’s the hiking like? Hiking on the moon. Lots of rocks big and small. Is it steep? Yes it sure can be in a lot of areas. The area has some of the highest peaks in Montana Thick brush? In areas shred your clothes thick and pokey Is water readily...

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