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    Which impact driver or wrench for using lags with tents?

    What are you finding sufficient for driving and removing lags in frozen and flinty ground? My crappy 1/4" impact driver is about dead. I keep intending to switch over to using lags with my tents, and so I want to replace it with something that has enough torque for this. This use in mind, will...
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    What’s always in your truck/vehicle?

    Simple question. What items live in your vehicle at all times? How do you keep them organized? I can trash a truck like nobodys business, but I like my current one and I’m trying to not junk it up. My goal is to get all my stuff into to one standard-sized daypack (except my jack—I hate oem...
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    Your deer rifle--why'd you choose .243 or 6.5 CM?

    For those of you who hunt with a .243 or 6.5CM, why'd you go one way versus the other? I know both are capable and well up to the task. Still, I'm curious to hear what you went with and why. Any limitations or regrets? Here are my parameters if it helps: -Primary use is eastern whitetails in...
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    Gazelle T-Hex experience?

    Hi RSers, Does anyone have field experience with Gazelle's T-Hex Hub Tent? Would love to hear from you on it--especially as it relates to performance in wind and rain. There's just not a lot of info out there. We're looking for something that my wife can set up solo, with a toddler in tow...
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    New Arctic Oven: the Nunatak Apex

    Alright folks. What are your thoughts on the new Arctic Oven, the Nunatak Apex? https://www.airframesalaska.com/Nunatak-Apex-p/t00781.htm Starts as about 1600 smackers for 12.5 square floorless tent, 9.2 lbs. Gets up into the low 2000s as you add features like a vapex liner, ground cloths of...
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    Direct venting a Buddy heater or similar?

    I'm starting to look into heating options for a smaller tent (4p mountaineering) and when camping in my truck bed w capper. My buddy heater works for short periods, but the spaces are so small that condensation is a problem and CO is always a concern. I wondered if anyone has fiddled with their...
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    Who's buying a vehicle before the Fed increases interest rates more?

    The Fed just bumped up interest rates another quarter of a percent to 5%. I anticipate that auto loans will likewise get more expensive as a result. Has this recent news had any effect on vehicle purchases you're considering? As for me, I'm weighing pros and cons of... Taking out a loan for...
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    Are canvas tents *that* much cooler in hot weather?

    For those of you who own both nylon tents and canvas tents, could you compare and contrast their comfort in hot weather? I already have solid 6 man dome tent which serves me well. Except that it turns into an oven in direct sun. For hunting and fishing I'm out the door before that happens. But...
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    Your recommendations? Insulated boots for winter hiking

    I have plenty of warm winter boots, but I'm looking for some goldilocks boots that will be comfortable for long days of winter hiking, snowshoeing, and overnights in temps about -10 to the 20s. What would you recommend? I'm looking for something that checks these boxes: Warm at the temps above...
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    Getting back into trad. Your advice on training/resources?

    I haven't shot trad since a teen and I'd like to get back into it. I have plenty of years shooting compounds successfully, but my trad skills are rusty if you're being kind, nonexistent if you're being honest. But my question for you all is where do I turn for help and self-coaching? Are there...
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    Labrador and Northern Quebec Fishing--anyone familiar with regulations?

    I'm currently researching canoe routes and trips in Northern Quebec and Labrador. They're both places I've been before, though not for many years. My question for everyone is, has anyone found a way to fish there without going through an outfitter/guide service? In my reading and some...
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    Anyone here switch careers into nursing?

    If so, curious to hear about why, what you found, and any advice you have. Throughout my life I've been duly impressed by the RNs I've been exposed to through various injuries, family member's illnesses, and my son's nicu stay and subsequent follow-ups. Same goes for reaching out to chat with...
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    Women and baby brain. What are your theories?

    My wife and I were recently blessed with our first child--a son who's now 3 months old. She's proving to be an incredible mother. But dear LORD what is up with women and baby brain? Now, on a given day she is driving in the wrong lane and wondering why the cars are coming at her. Or heating...
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    What's your hill workout?

    At the end of April I started running hills several times a week. As much as it sucks in the moment, I wish I started years ago because I'm pleased with the results. If you have hill workouts you like, let's hear them. Here's what's been working for me: -The hill's grade should be such that you...
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    WTB SO Cimarron with stove jack

    Love my Redcliff when there are a few of us. I'm looking for a Seek Outside Cimarron or Cimarron light with a stove jack, for solo or 2 person trips. Some damage is okay, as long as it's repairable. Might consider other mids and shelters w equivalent specs. Shoot me a PM.
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    Eastern Coyotes - do you worry about your dog?

    A small pack of Eastern Coyotes killed a doe about 300 yards from my cabin last week. You guys ever have trouble with your dogs and coyotes in a situation like this? My dog is an 85 lb retreiver, age 8. With that the kill site so nearby, he has his coyote pillage dial turned up to 11. I worry...
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    Buy or borrow your copy of Gouthro’s Moose Madness Series On Moose Hunting & Calling?

    Looking for this four disc set, but haven't been successful in tracking it down online. Any leads? If you have a copy you don't mind lending or you WTS, please pm me. If it's a loan, I'm happy to send some VT maple syrup or other local goodies your way as a thank-you.
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    What do you say to anti-hunters?

    I occasionally end up in a conversation with anti-hunters who "want to talk." Pretty rare in this part of the world, but last week it happened twice--once on my way back to my truck during bow season, and once at a chili feed at a friend of a friend's house. What do YOU say to people when this...
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    Who's rebarreled their Savages?

    Considering rebarreling my Savage 110 and would like to hear from those who have done it. Worth it (to you)? Any wisdom to pass on? Any recs on a barrel manufacturer and vendor? I'm looking to eek out some more accuracy and turn mine into a sub-MOA rifle, which it is not in spite of some...
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    Another new guy in New Hampshire

    Hi all. Lots of time lurking, figured it was time to get legit. I’ve been hunting deer and fishing my whole life, along with a lot of backpacking and canoeing. I have a lot to learn about elk, sheep, and moose hunts. Which is part of the reason I’m here. Currently live in NH, grew up in Maine...

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