Can you post some photos of your Kuiu/SG hybrid setup. I am very curious to see the exact connection points. Does the load shelf still work with this setup?
I HUNT, test, and breed Wirehaired Pointing Griffons out of Alaska. A high drive hunting dog is a terrible fit for your situation. Any reputable breeder would steer you in another direction immediately based on your first post. You would be doing a great disservice to your family and the dog...
I have an older Sierra Designs Zissou 0 Degree Dridown bag that has been phenomenal. It's been used in snow conditions without a hot tent, and on numerous hunts across the West and Alaska. My hunting partner has the newer version called the "Nitro". I would say it is a little warmer, and the...
My son with Agnes and her daughter Ethel. Ethel just turned 2, and Agnes is 7 1/2. I couldn't imagine our life without these dogs. They are 4x4 beasts whether it's in the mountains, on the boat, or in the duck marsh. If any of you are looking for training aids, there is a new book out by...
I had family out moose hunting with Wright's in your area September 2021. The weather was abysmal this past season. Where are the pics from dc827. My fiancé and I drew the tag this year.
It's hard to beat the Neo Air Xtherm for colder conditions. I'm a side sleeper as well, and the pad served me well for over 30 nights this year. They make a 77" long version, but that may be short for someone of your height...
The first thing you should do is UPGRADE to the Pocket Rocket Deluxe as it is dramatically better than the original pocket rocket or PR 2. My hunting partner and I have always used the Snow Peak 600 single wall mugs with pocket rocket stoves. This year, I spent over 20 days sheep hunting with...
I would highly recommend linking up with a local NAVHDA (North American Versatile Hunting Dog Association) chapter. There are often training days and a Natural Ability test for younger dogs which can put you on a nice training path with your dog. The chapters are also good resources for...
One 3-4 lb tent at most would be the logical situation. Some people have mentioned tipi shelters which are even lighter if that's your thing. I do not share a tent on a hunt unless it's with my significant other. After being weathered in for several days last year in the Wrangells, a personal...
The Pocket Rocked Deluxe and Snow peak titanium cup is an elite combo for backpack hunting.
Peak Refuels are by far the best Freeze Dried food I've ever had. I describe Mountain House as Mcdonald's in a bag with the stomach issues to go with it. I felt great living on Peaks throughout my...
My Kuiu Mountain Star Aluminum Pole snapped during a wind gust in the Wrangell Mountains this year. Luckily, the repair piece held for the rest of the trip. During the same wind gust, my hunting partner's Stone Glacier Skyscraper's stakes pulled out and blew down a ravine. My buddy had to make...