I always think that I should be doing more heavy rucking...but end up running because I enjoy it more. I think if you're in decent shape, just doing anything more than your normal is a plus. In my experience, so much of it if mental when you are out there.
https://www.opticsplanet.com/vortex-venom-3-15x44-ffp-ebr-7c-34mm-tube-riflescope.html
I just got this scope and you can still get it for under $400 is you're okay with MRAD. On the heavier side, but that was fine with me.
OnX for me. I considered doing the full GoHunt membership this year and switching it up, but at $50 more it didn't seem worth it since I don't plan on hunting more than two states. Seems like GoHunt would be worth it if I hunted more states, but I'll stick with OnX for the good maps and because...