Hi everyone. Thinking of not bringing my spotter for an upcoming bear hunt. I hunt bear in mountainous Idaho and Montana and I'm not a trophy hunter. Really just need to be able to pick up a bear and close distance. Currently have some crappy Vortex 10x42s and a Vortex Viper 15-45x65. On...
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I'm researching red dots for my pistol. I'll be the first to admit I'm not a great shooter with a pistol, and looking to give myself every advantage when it comes to defense with mine specifically while backpack hunting. Having shot red dot pistols on a range I find it much easier to aquire...
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I'm interested in Challenge Ultra TNT Fabric tents. Does anyone have any real field time with a tent made from this fabric? Really interested in how it actually preforms and how durable it is.
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I've been on the quest for a decent durable scope anti-cant level. I 3d printed one that worked pretty good but want something aluminum so it's more durable in the back country. I purchased a Vortex low profile level but it didn't work well. Not sure if mine was defective but...
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I'm going to be sewing up my own version of the Seek Outside Sunlight or similar trekking Pole tents. Im wondering if someone has a sunlight or duplex they could snap some photos of for me. Specifically I'm looking for the seams between the door bug mesh and the roof of the...
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Is there usually some opportunities available for leftover tags for CO? I'm not too picky on units or even quality, just want to get out again and learn. I would prefer archery but rifle is ok too. I know the secondary draw gives preference to youth. Really just asking what's...
Anyone done a fall spot and stalk style rifle hunt for bear in MT? I'm working my schedule to try to be able to get to a spring hunt, but I might not be able to swing it. Any info on how the fall compairs?
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I engineered a 3d printed case custom sized for my Garmin Xero C1 Pro. Its mostly printed from CF filled ASA and ABS. It features a TPU gasket for some water resistance, felt lined surfaces that contact the Garmin, and stainless steel hardware. I felt the device needed some...
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I'm looking for a reasonably light weight ball head for occasional shooting. I have a Silk 733 that I shoot off sometimes with a VA-5 head. I want to be able to cant and quickly lock down the head for shooting. I'm looking at the Aziak Front country head. Any other suggestions?
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Unsure if this is the best forum for this. But I recently moved to River Falls WI and im looking for a place to shoot longer distances. My local range goes out to 200 yard which isn't bad, but I definitely want to be able to shoot to at least 500. Anyone know anywhere in western WI where...
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Inspired by other builds on this forum, I'm building a carbon fiber stock for my 308 Weatherby Vanguard. I recently put together a full custom rifle with an AG Composites Alpine Hunter stock. I'm amazed with how much I like this stock compared to the traditional style stock on my...
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The last piece of equipment I need to aquire for my reloading setup is a scale. I've been eyeing a beam scale from RCBS. I like the idea of a mechanical scale vs an electronic one with batterys to run out. Anyone have thoughs on one vs another? If using a powder trickle to creep up on an...
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I recently built a full custom 6.5 PRC that is amazing and is now the only rifle I want to shoot long range. I have a Weatherby Vanguard in 308 that I am thinking will become a short range deer rifle. I hunt a lot of thick swamps, tamarack woods, cattails in northern WI and MN. This...
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I'm getting started reloading. So far I've acquired most of what I need to get going but looking into case cleaning. Do I need a case tumbler to get started? I'm not against spending the money on one if it makes a big difference. Can I clean cases by hand with a simple IPA bath or...
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I want to start reloading. Ive been saving factory brass for my 308 and 6.5 PRC. There is a lot of information on the google about what equipment to start with and such. How do I choose equipment that will last me and help me get started? I'm surprised there isn't a pinned post here with...
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I need help deciding on glass for my new rifle build. A little background: the use case for this rifle is general purpose western hunting. I hunt spring bear and mountain mule deer. I live in WI and only have access to a range that goes to 500yds, so I don't do super long range stuff. I...
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I just received my AG Composites Alpine Hunter stock for my upcoming rifle build. I ordered it in raw carbon so I can do my own painting. Im hoping to do some light sponge camo in a metallic ish dark grey. I plan to leave a good portion of the raw carbon visible, then clear coat...