Most people can't handle nature's brutality, but don't account their own actions. This lady is a prime example. Oh look that bird of prey is hurting that duck, I better go beat it to death.
I chose the 7400 over the 5100 because it was a very minimal weight difference for a lot more capacity. I have primarily used it only in bivy mode and when not full the bag compresses nicely. I would rather have the space and not need it, then need the space and not have it.
Here is a great playlist of videos on how to use compasses.
How To Use a Compass - Compass Tutorial Navigation Course: http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSPZuMMIIrzrLiBIJ9KmyHYwaToje6GOX
Zebralights have three different light patterns, Spot Fill, Floody, and Flood. Spot Fill has a 80 degree spill light and a 12 degree hot spot. Spot Fill is considered the standard beam. Floody has a 90 degree beam spread. Flood has a 120 degree beam spread. The main model numbers in a...
Paper and pen.
When in nature I like to record my observations and experiences. Especially when solo and I am less distracted and can wax poetic :rolleyes: Years ago my wife bought me a write in the rain hunting notebook, case and pen. I always regret when I do not document a trip.
As a kid...
The Approach is the bag I started with and it is one of my all time favorite bags. It is very versatile and I love it for quick 1.5 day scouting trips.
The KRuX frame is has 4 carbon fiber rods that make up the frame structure. Two of which form an X crossing in the middle and the other two run vertically on the outter edges of the frame. I have not had any issue or foresee any load poking through the frame.
Imagine it looking like this, with...
History has taught me that when money is introduced into anything; the core values of the founders are quickly perverted and often abandoned at will.
I just wish I knew who I could trust.
In the last two years I have lost access to two of my core hunting areas for my kids. In both instances...
A couple of good posts so far. I was blindsided by the green decoy video when I saw it today.
At this moment I'm not informed enough to say who's doing right by us.
I do have concerns with one entity controlling the majority of our public lands. Anymore it seems that politicians will use any...
I have never used a Paradox.
Getting meat between the frame and any of the Stone Glacier bags is easy. Boneless or boned it doesn't matter. I believe that the Stone Glacier has the best default compression strap system going. The straps make it very easy to secure meat and bag contents and...
Quality and simplicity are two things I look for in a backcountry compass.
I like these criteria:
http://www.traditionalmountaineering.org/FAQ_Best_Compass.htm
I just so happen to have a 20 plus year old Silva and a Suunto M-3DL
The Solo is a great fit for 3-5 days. If you've got extra gear that won't fit, sandwich the heavier stuff between the bag and frame. As your trip progresses and you eat, you'll then have more space in the pack bag from eating your food.