Wrangler outdoor stretch pants. They’re not as stretchy as the FL corrugate, but still plenty of stretch being nylon with spandex. Comes in solids and 34 inseam. Only negative vs the corrugate is no DWR. Price is right at <$30.
Definitely quieter than the corrugate, with a more athletic fit (at...
I really like the Hoffman Explorer.
Bought my wife a pair of the Schnees Timberline and those seem like a great blend of light weight and support. When it’s time for a new boot those will be top of the list to try.
Shouldered some more guns today and decided on a Franchi Affinity 3 with 26” barrel. Will make a great light weight, quick swinging grouse gun. As soon as there is a sale or rebate I’ll pull the trigger.
Really appreciate all of the input here! I guess I shouldn’t have put O/U in the thread title…
For the last 5-6 years I’ve been using a Seek Outside frame with a Merlin talon, along with a seat I stole from my old turkey vest. Seat clips onto my back with a gatekeeper.
Between the Merlin, 2 hip belt pockets, and my Marsupial bino harness I can carry everything I need along with a...
Today I shouldered the CZ drake, Stevens 555, and Weatherby Orion. All 3 are a little long for me in LOP, which I could address after purchasing and would probably have the same issue with most O/Us on the market. The one thing I really did not like is I had to really bury my cheek to get the...
Thanks to this thread I ordered a Stevens 301 in .410 last night. Looking forward to the weight savings compared to my 12 gauge 1187, and also hope it will be easier on my hearing.
I take on the YouTube elk hunter mentality and try to find one that wants to gobble. Hike all day and hit them with a loud, aggressive yelp or two every 200 yards. The hope is that you eventually come into earshot with one that wants to talk. The louder the yelp the better. You want to ring the...
Thinking about picking up a handy, lightweight 20 gauge that will primarily be used for ruffed grouse in Wisconsin. Don’t want a pricey gun as it will likely be getting beat up.
What are your thoughts on the Stevens 555 vs the CZ Drake? Any others you would throw into the mix?
Tenderize breast/thighs off the bone, brine in pickle juice or buttermilk for a day, toss in seasoned flour, then deep fry at 350. Makes a killer Chik-fil-a copy cat, or can go in wraps, tossed in BBQ sauce, etc. I’m going to try a Nashville hot style later this week. Not the healthiest option...
I have 3 of the Weize 100ah lithiums from Amazon in my boat. One has been for powering electronics going on 2 years, and the other 2 have been for 24v trolling motor for 1 year. Zero complaints so far, and the Weize batteries are supposedly very well built (source: Youtube review).
I’ve been...
Los Buzos prices for 2024 are $3750 a person for 5 days fishing and 6 nights lodging, plus all meals and beer. This doesn’t include tax (7% I believe) and tipping guides. Reach out to the lodge and they will send you the info.
We were quoted $400 for an 8 hour day of fishing with Pesca Cambutal...
Thanks, I took a good look at their operation and it seems top notch. The two women that will be traveling with our group of 4 (my wife and sister) have no interest in kayak fishing, which is why we’re going the panga fishing route with Pesca Cambutal.
Very interested in hearing about your...