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  1. Justin_the_EDG

    Say you find yourself in a SHTF situation like a riot

    Why do you say that? "What's the best way to dry my clothes and warm up if I fall into a glacial stream with my pack on?" "What's the best rain jacket if it rains for 10 days straight?* "How do I prepare to get struck by lightening in the back country?" "How can I best prepare for it in case...
  2. Justin_the_EDG

    Sitka claim to fame?

    I currently own items from Sitka, First Lite, and Kryptek, with an eye on a Sitka MTN Vest as one of my upcoming purchases when I can find a sale. The point is, acting as if it's a strange thought that someone questions why Sitka stands out as more expensive overall when compared with other...
  3. Justin_the_EDG

    Sitka claim to fame?

    Absolutely, but the point is, acting as if it's a crazy unheard of thought that someone questions why Sitka stands out as more expensive overall when compared with other brands feels very head-in-the-sand-ish.
  4. Justin_the_EDG

    Sitka claim to fame?

    Eh, I'm not very familiar with the pant lines from either Sitka or Kuiu, those struck me as both being in the early-mid season category of stretch pants with a DWR. Also, I currently own items from Sitka, First Lite, and Kryptek, with an eye on a Sitka MTN Vest as one of my upcoming purchases...
  5. Justin_the_EDG

    Sitka claim to fame?

    Come on... Sitka Mountain Pants: $199 First Lite Corrugate Guide: $135 Kuiu Kutana Pants: $149 Kryptek Tora Pants: $180 Sitka Heavyweight Hoody: $149 First Lite Klamath Hoody: $135 Kuiu Strongfleece 260: $149 Kryptek Arma Hoodie: $102 Sitka Kelvin Lite Hoody: $249 First Lite Umcomphagre: $190...
  6. Justin_the_EDG

    AGC harness question

    Personally went with a Classic w/Max. Like the ability to keep a lot of gear handy without needing to pack my cargo pockets full. Wish I'd gone to a Cub as I think I've settled on 10x42s in the long run after thinking I would go with 12x50 on my chest. Really dislike the ride of the actual...
  7. Justin_the_EDG

    What to upgrade?

    As someone else still doing the ole upgrade shuffle, I'd say: Pack, Bag, Binos Depends a little on other factors (how much does your pack weigh, how does it do at heavy weights, what is your target budget for upgrades this year). With packs, there are other well regarded brands that are...
  8. Justin_the_EDG

    How to pick a glassing location when E-Scouting?

    While the gentlemen above were commenting on 1.5-2mi spotting with 10s. I'll point out that I don't think anyone will tell you spotting over a mile with 10s is the "ideal" distance. I'd say out to 800yds is probably the sweet spot for most folks. Over that your stretching it and can make it work...
  9. Justin_the_EDG

    Are quilts the biggest load of crap ever? Emperor's new clothes?

    That's perhaps an underrated difference with the quilts. It would have been father down on my list of upgrades/purchases to try out if I had to save $450-500 for a similar quality SG, WM, FF bag. With a minor black Friday discount, the quilt came in at around $300. In a sense, that's not much...
  10. Justin_the_EDG

    Are quilts the biggest load of crap ever? Emperor's new clothes?

    I just got a quilt (primarily with an eye on the weight savings) this winter and have a couple though after early testing. 20° rating, I used it at the coldest on a night that got to somewhere in the mid-20s. Was very pleased. I think I was hitting right at my personal "comfort" rating with the...
  11. Justin_the_EDG

    QUESTIONS FOR KUIU - podcast

    Intrigued by the thought of a wind-layer vest option. Like the idea of the still-breathable & lightweight Peleton 240 Vest. How does the fleece bonding technology compare to a full-on wind laminate? Any chance of seeing an ultralight rain set in the 7-8oz each range like old Ultra NX anytime in...
  12. Justin_the_EDG

    Alternative to the Jetstream jacket

    There's definitely going to be similar jackets in the lineup for almost any outdoor company. Arc'teryx Solano and Mountain Equipment Vulcan specifically use the Gore Windstopper, like the Sitka Jetstream and Mountain jackets do. Even if a company doesn't use Gore, many have another "wind...
  13. Justin_the_EDG

    First lite brooks down

    I believe First Lite calls the Brooks a midlayer piece. Maybe even considering it an "active" insulation layer if I remember correctly. That would explain the 20° suggested rating for what one would otherwise describe as a fairly lightweight standalone puffy.
  14. Justin_the_EDG

    Hoodie Problems

    I haven't had them in hand, but Kryptek seems to have some looser hood options. Even their top of the line Altitude hoodie looks that way, might check them out.
  15. Justin_the_EDG

    Kryptek Altitude: Early To Mid Season Clothing Review ***Updated 2/11/20***

    My impression based on video, advertising, & podcast bits and tips is that they're giving it a long run at the reduced price point, seeing how the market responds to it as they try to bring down their production cost anyhow. Probably shooting to strike a better balance between more consistent...
  16. Justin_the_EDG

    Outdoor Vision Ridgetop VS the Adak Bino Harness - Head to Head Review

    @Jordan Budd Hey Jordan, any chance you could post a picture of how you rigged up the tech pouch you mentioned with either of these harnesses?
  17. Justin_the_EDG

    Kryptek Altitude: Early To Mid Season Clothing Review ***Updated 2/11/20***

    Thanks Robby! Much appreciated.
  18. Justin_the_EDG

    Kryptek Altitude: Early To Mid Season Clothing Review ***Updated 2/11/20***

    @C.Ryan Hey man, any chance of getting a weight in the Bora vest? Curious about that with the sale coming up in the next week. Also, still madness to me that weights aren't on the website, especially when you've already tossed half the Altitude lineup onto a scale. Thanks for your help!
  19. Justin_the_EDG

    Coues deadhead score?

    A couple more for context.
  20. Justin_the_EDG

    Coues deadhead score?

    I could Google a scoring guide, but figure someone might like seeing it. Really threw me off on what it was when I found it as I was in mule deer mode scouting. Figure the blading and mass might mean he was old and even with the effed up left side he seems a lot bigger than the only euro...

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