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    So the person survived a Grizzly bear attack by killing the bear, but the rest of us should do it differently. Makes sense, right?

    At the end of the day, the effective defense is whatever you train to use. I think the advantage of spray is that it’s like a shotgun - less training needed. But avoidance is the key. I often bow hunt without either. Also I don’t try to feed them sandwiches and take pictures with cute little...
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    Are Talley rings a reliable choice?

    2nd the vote for Hawkins. They are in high demand for a reason.
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    Good boot for a narrow foot

    Second this. Their boots are specifically made to be tight to the sides of your feet. Even the wide sizes feel more narrow than a regular boot.
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    New Rules Coming for Idaho Bear Hunters

    I’d say this is useless, but I see all kinds of hunters asking what kind of bear they see on their trail cam….
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    Regular backpacking pack for backpack hunt

    What matters is having a rigid frame, the ability to tie meat tight to the pack (you do NOT want it to shift while you are walking) and the ability to put weight high over your center of gravity. Get a rope and a sackful of heavy stuff and try it out with your pack.
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    Solo pack outs?

    My standard training for solo hunts: pick a trail with an uphill grade for several miles. Run uphill at a jogging pace. If you’re hunting deer, see how far you can run with stopping and that’s the maximum distance you should hunt from the truck. If you’re hunting elk, run uphill and walk back 6...
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    2024 Wild Sheep Meatpole Thread!

    Awesome!
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    Crispi Recommendations

    Agreed that crispi isn’t what you’re looking for. With that said, they just came out with a new Valdrez so the old version is on sale at a number of places. Pick up a pair at half price and see if you like the brand in general.
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    Hello from Washington

    Hello from Washington State. Great place for hiking, hunting and the occasional salmon.
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    7mm Rem Mag vs the new age

    Seems like the PRC’s in general just make heavy-for caliber avalable for folks who shoot factory ammo.
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    Bowmar's beast broadhead

    Looks like a sevr to me.
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