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    Waterproof socks

    Anybody ever seen these or had any experience with them? There are a few reviews out on Amazon as well and, in general, they seem pretty positive. Could think of quite a few hunts where these would come in handy if the cons aren't too overwhelming. http://thatoregonlife.com/2016/01/7358/...
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    Question about soft-shell jackets

    I've collected quite a bit of gear and clothing over the years, which gives me quite a few options when it comes to layering. I find myself employing a system of base layers (lightweight merino), mid/main hunting layer (heavier weight merino or something like the Sitka Traverse), a puffy layer...
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    For Sale: Mystery Ranch Crew Cab and NICE Frame, Foliage - SOLD

    For Sale: Mystery Ranch Crew Cab and NICE Frame, Foliage For sale, used MR Crew Cab and Nice Frame in Foliage. Small Waistbelt (29-34" with room for bigger waists) and Medium Yoke (5'9" to 6'4"). Upgraded waist belt with pockets (also includes the original belt without pockets). Daypack Lid is...
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    Sitka Gear Package (Core, Traverse, Ascent) - SOLD

    Sitka Gear Package (Core, Traverse, Ascent) Clearing out the closet of some gear that doesn't get (or hasn't been) used. All of these items are either new (without tags) or very slightly used and all are in excellent condition. Prices quoted are TYD. Paypal preferred (gift or add 3% to the...
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    Kifaru Parastove - SOLD

    Kifaru Parastove Don't worry about getting that pesky first burn in! Very slightly used Parastove. Decided to get a larger stove. Comes with extra pipe rings. Couldn't get Paypal to connect via Panjo though that is the preferred method of payment. Paypal gift or add 3%. List Date...
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    MR Longbow on a Kifaru Bikini

    I thought I'd share with everyone my "new" daypack. I've seen a few others post the same combo and thought I'd share as well to give you guys a peek at what it looks like and how it went together. I love the Bikini frame and I love the Kifaru packs I own for multi-day trips (DT3 and Highcamp)...
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    Pressure Canned Meat Recipes

    Because there seems to be some interest and a few threads going that I didn't want to hijack (and because I just bought my first pressure canner and am ready to can my first batch of meat!), I wondered if anyone was willing to share any recipes or meals they like to eat with their pressure...
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    2013 Elk Success...w/ video!

    It's early November and even though it feels like it just started, my big game hunting season is over. It's a bittersweet time of year...probably more bitter than sweet that's for sure! The sweet comes in as I get to reminisce and record these hunts for prosperity. I made it out west twice...
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    Kuiu Gude vs. Chugach

    Hey folks, wondering if someone could give me the breakdown on the differences between the Guide clothing line and the Chugach clothing line. I have a pair of Guide pants, so I'm familiar with them. More specifically, I want to know if the Chugach is purely rain gear, or does it provide some...
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    My Highcamp and Bikini came today

    I know how you guys get fired up for pics. Here's my newly arrived Highcamp 7000 and Bikini frame in multicam in the mail today. Went with the 26" stays as well. I was worried they would stick up really high as I'm only 5'8". After putting on the pack I'm definitely happy with the choices I...
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    Breaking in some new gear

    It was a gorgeous spring day here yesterday so I decided to take the opportunity to seam seal my Megatarp. Thought I'd snap a few pictures to give you guys some more idea of the size. I put a sleeping bag between the two trekking poles -- I'm 5'8" and I can lay between the poles and I...
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    Louisiana Duck Hunt Video

    I really enjoyed documenting my hunting season this year over on Monster Muleys (for anyone that wants to read it, here's the link http://www.monstermuleys.info/dcforum/DCForumID55/6.html). To add another dimension to making a record of my hunts, I picked up a nicer camcorder (a Canon Vixia HF...
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    TiGoat Cylinder Stove with a MegaTarp questions

    All, I tried doing a search to find the answers to my questions but had difficulties, so I figured I'd start a new thread. Anybody have any idea what size stove pipe to get with a TiGoat Cylinder stove for use with a Megatarp? I'm guessing either 4.5' or 6'. Any downside to using the bigger...
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    Duck Bombs

    I'm currently out hunting ducks at my buddy's camp here in Louisiana...a January tradition for us. The favorite recipe for duck breast has been nicknamed "duck bombs." the recipe is a wild game staple...marinade the duck breasts in whatever you like, slice them into bite sized pieces, add some...
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    Bivy help

    After my first backpacking hunt/adventure to the high country of Colorado this year I want to switch some things up with my sleeping/shelter set-up. I found that I had a really hard time getting comfortable with current sleep set-up. I understand a backcountry hunt isn't going to be like a...
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    Mule Deer Roast in my new smoker

    Decided to do a roast from my New Mexico mule deer in my new electric smoker. First attempt at using it. Did a marinade of worcheshire and soy sauce with some herbs and spices, let it marinate for 24 hours, then coated it in Montreal steak seasoning. Here's the before and the first cut!
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    New Mexico Mule Deer Success!

    I was travelling solo this time from New Orleans to Taos, New Mexico. New Orleans to Shreveport, Shreveport to Dallas, Dallas to Amarillo, Amarillo to Taos...that's pretty much it. All in all, it would be about 1200 miles and 16 hours of driving...and plenty of this! I left on Wednesday...
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    Quilt instead of sleeping bag?

    Anybody use a system involving a quilt or down blanket instead of a sleeping bag. I'm more comfortable sleeping on my stomach with my arms tucked under my head and it's really hard to get in this position in a mummy bag. I see Therm-a-Rest makes one (Alpine 35F Down Blanket they call it)...
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    "Semi-live" Mule Deer Hunt (LONG!)

    I'm calling this a semi-live hunt as I plan on heading back in for a few days starting tomorrow. My hunting partner, David and I, originally planned on spending a week out in the unit, however, living in New Orleans, Hurricane Isaac pushed up our hunt a few days as we evacuated ahead of the...
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    First mule deer hunt expectations

    Man, as if I haven't been amped up enough all of these posts about people hitting the woods and mountains is about to put me over the edge! I leave in less than a week for my first ever high country mule deer hunt (Unit 43 in Colorado for those interested). I plan on staying a week in the...

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