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    Things you have noticed in the gym

    Wasn't it about 7-8 years ago (maybe longer) when the altitude training masks were "trending". There would always be one or two guys on the treadmill or stair stepper wearing one like he was preparing for an Everest summit attempt. Then the pandemic happened and we all had to wear masks at the...
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    Pack/Gear Shakedown

    It's a matter of personal preference really, but if you ask yourself the question "What's the risk of NOT having it with me?" I think it helps make your decision making process easier. I would bring the water storage with me if the water sources are unknown or unreliable. I would also bring the...
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    A zone 2024

    Hunted the north Saturday morning. 95 degrees by 10:30AM. Nothing moving during daylight until it cools down a bit.
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    Careers

    I'm going to offer a slightly different perspective. At 24 you still have plenty of time to determine your career path. You have plenty of time to redirect or change your career path. You likely have plenty of time that isn't committed to a spouse, children or financial obligations. As you...
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    Idahoans do not like out-of-state hunters

    There are people literally getting killed in football stadiums for wearing the wrong jersey and you're upset because your out-of-state state plate brought a predictable hand gesture. Grab a little perspective, tighten up your boots and keep hunting. You'll get over it.
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    Big Blacktails on Trail Camera

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    How do you carry trekking poles ?

    I haven't used these, but thought it was a pretty slick idea. https://spudsadventuregear.com/product/stick-stashers/
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    Need advise-Dry bag for hanging food

    This may be a moot point if you already placed your order, but if you've got ziplocks inside why do you need a dry bag? Go with a dyneema stuff sack and save the weight. Also check out OPSAK bags instead of your standard ziplock for minimizing smells.
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    101 ways to ruin a tent

    Similar to a few other posts I returned to camp one night to find a knee-high critter had slashed it's way into my tent to retrieve...my inflatable pillow. I found it about 10 yards away with a fatal bite mark that made it pop. How I wish I had that on the trail camera!
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    Waistbelt slip

    When you load the pack heavy shorten the yoke so that the distance between your shoulders straps and hip belt is reduced. The heavier weight should pull you hip belt down into correct position and your load lifters should still provide relief on you shoulders. You'll probably have to do this a...
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    Daughters and Hunting

    I'll offer one more recommendation that hasn't been mentioned yet, although it may be a few years until you can take advantage of it. If you can get your girls into a local 4H program (minimum age is 8 or 9) that will go a long way in helping then understand and make the connection between the...
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    PSA for anyone considering a move to Bozeman or who doesn’t believe it when long time residents say it sucks

    They were saying the same thing about California in the '40's. 1840's that is.....
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    Go deeeeeep

    It's like hiking for those that don't like hiking. Where's the robotics for holiday's at my in-laws?
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    Hey bros, what wallet ya'll runnin this season?

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    Dollars per ounce

    Another way to look at this is how much the item contributes to your success. If performance was equal I'd probably spend $100 (or more) per ounce to save weight on my rifle but there's no way that logic applies if I'm buying a headlamp.
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    A pack for my wife

    For a female specific frame you should check out Osprey and Deuter. My wife has used both and had good experiences. The Deuter was a slightly better fit. These are traditional backpacking brands and not hunting brands.
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    College Help

    If the goal is hunting rather than the college then why not get the degree on line and live/hunt wherever he chooses?
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    Lightest cheater reading glasses

    I've been on a similar quest and gone through half of amazon's stock already. I've got to go with the fishemen's slimvision. I don't know if they're the absolute lightest but they are super light, durable and somewhat flexible. I've used them the last 3-4 seasons, keep them in my cargo pocket...
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    Money Spent?

    You're going to spend as much as you can afford to spend. There's always going to be something faster, lighter or a new place to venture. My advice is to set a budget for yourself each year and then try to abide by it. After a few years you'll have everything you truly need and then it's just...
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    anyone ever give the Sierra High Route a go? (or the JMT?)

    I've done 2/3rds of the JMT, Reds Meadow to Whitney Portal. I've not done the Sierra High Route. Even starting at Twin Lakes you've still got some great hiking ahead of you. I would recommend a zero day at Rae Lakes. There are some nearby lakes off the trail that are definitely worth checking...

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