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  1. hiker270

    The muck boots wont cut it on these hunts I have planned..

    There are many good brands of boots. I have Crispi, Kennetrek, Scarpa, Merrell and Danner. Some insulated some not. Best thing I can tell you is if possible find a place you can try them on with the socks you are gonna wear. The socks may be the most important part of comfortable days hiking...
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    What Ammunitioin for my 2024 Alaska Moose Hunt

    The Accubond assuming your rifle shoots it accurately. Some 7mm Mags can be finicky about heavier bullets.
  3. hiker270

    Mono bullet experience in slower cartridges?

    Many of the Mono bullet manufacturers have velocity charts and some have pics of bullet expansion at different fps. A lot of the pics I have seen show little expansion below 2000 fps. If I were gonna use mono bullets it would be for shoulder shots that break bones and put the animal down. Some...
  4. hiker270

    Looking for Colorado elk advice.

    Can't use a 223 in Colorado
  5. hiker270

    Looking for Colorado elk advice.

    Every guide I hunt with I ask, favorite caliber for elk. Most answer 300 Mag.
  6. hiker270

    So what's the verdict on the cheap Monstrum scope rings?

    7075 is used in Aircraft and Missile parts 6061 automotive and bicycle parts. 7075 strength is comparable to many types of steel.
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    So what's the verdict on the cheap Monstrum scope rings?

    The Pro series is 7075 Aircraft quality aluminium. Sell for $34.95. I have a set on a Tikka 6.5 CM. I see no difference in the quality of these rings compared to some others I have costing 3 times as miuch.
  8. hiker270

    New Mexico Elk hunting Questions

    Odds to draw New Mexico are slim no matter what unit. I drew an archery tag in c many years ago and haven't drawn since. Hunted the Santa Fe National Forest NW of Espanola. I have hunted New Mexico several times but bought a landowner permit.
  9. hiker270

    Should I load light copper bullets or heavy high BC bullets?

    Have not tried the ABLR.
  10. hiker270

    Should I load light copper bullets or heavy high BC bullets?

    1-9.5
  11. hiker270

    Should I load light copper bullets or heavy high BC bullets?

    Both my Tikka and Browning 7mm-08 rifles prefer bullets in the 140-150 grain range and the Accubond has been one of the best.
  12. hiker270

    TMK vs. Eld-M vs. Berger Elite Hunter terminal ballistics

    Berger Elite Hunter is my go to bullet for behind the shoulder lung shots. Pretty much will liquify the lungs and drop the animal immediately. Cow elk this year at 185 yds. the lungs were jello, she dropped in her tracks. Bullet performance varies greatly due to impact velocity and where you...
  13. hiker270

    Hunting guide as a career ?

    I had several opportunities to guide for a couple of the outfitters I hunted with. Figured out that a lot of the clients are a PITA. In camp this year there were myself and 2 other guys. All I heard out of the one guy was I'm not gonna get an elk, gonna go home with no meat. Too hot won't see...
  14. hiker270

    Selling a UTV/ATV online?

    I have sold several ATV's and motorcycles on Craigslist, Facebook Market Place and Ebay. Have never had any issues. Only payment accepted was cash and final price was agreed on before the buyer came for the ATV. First buyer with cash was the buyer, I would not hold it or take a deposit. If a...
  15. hiker270

    What is the current best scope on the market?

    Nothing wrong with the Leupold.
  16. hiker270

    Am I the only one who doesn’t use any gloves when I am gutting an animal out lol.

    I don't cause I always forget them. Carry wet wipes to clean up.
  17. hiker270

    Experienced based opinions needed on this scope Zeiss Conquest V4

    Have a Zeiss V4 4-16x44 on my Tikka Roughtech 300 mag. Scope has been flawless on several Colorado and Montana elk hunts.
  18. hiker270

    Portable Generators--What Brand?

    Tractor Supply has a decent selection of Dual Fuel generators. I bought a 9500 watt Champion dual fuel a couple years ago and have been pleased with its performance. Have only used it with propane. Both the Champions and Westinghouse dual fuels have good ratings.
  19. hiker270

    7mm PRC Tikka - what bullet?

    I have been shooting both the 175 ELD-X and the Berger 175 Elite hunter in my Christensen 7mm PRC. Both have been under MOA with H1000 powder. The Berger may be a bit better and I believe this is gonna be my choice for elk next season.
  20. hiker270

    Moving to Missoula, MT… bad idea?

    Montana is better than Georgia if you can deal with it being winter for 8 months.

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