Big mule deer here I come :)

[IAHNTR]

Isn't that funny........ That's muzzle loading for ya. Much harder than a center fire, and more rewarding. Well done.

 

[robby denning]

Thanks IAHNTR!
It does feel good to have that part done and definitely feels rewarding.

 

[robby denning]

By the way,
wanted to give you all the gun/load, Standard Deviation (SD), and trajectory so you have the numbers

First the the gun I didn't go with for this hunt:

T/C 209x50 with Leupold 3x9 VXII
120 grains Triple 7, 2fg, behind Precision Rifles 450 gr QT Ultimate 1 Conical, and Variflame with 215 Match Grade Rifle Primer
2.8" with SD of 1.24" at 100 yds


Kahnke (pronouced Kong-kee) 50 cal with XS Ghost Ring Peep with .050 threaded Williams Peep insert
90 grains Triple 7, 2fg behind Precision Rifles 450 QT Ultimate 1 Conical and CCI Musket Cap
1.63" with SD of 0.36" at 100 yards

Trajectory (actually tested)
50 yards + 4"
100 yards +1.5"
150 yards -6"
200 yards -24"

If you're interested in learning about SD, check out:
http://www.rokslide.com/2012-01-09-...rifles-performance-through-standard-deviation

 

[robby denning]

I'll be away from this thread for a bit while Cindy Wamsley and I do our best to find that Idaho buck. You can follow this hunt on the Live Hunt forum starting August 29th. Would love to have you over there, too,Thanks!

 

[robby denning]

I'm back! For those of you that missed it, I was on the Live Hunt forum chasing big deer in Idaho with a bow. Had a great hunt. The Live Hunt is still going as we post up remaining video from our hunt AND some video of two really good bucks we were on. Cindy is also doing a gear review summary before it's over (the lightweight tent she has is going to be worth the whole review).

If you haven't already, check that hunt out at
http://www.rokslide.com/forums/showthread.php?3188-Game-on

So getting back to this project. Season opens Saturday, I'm in town for a few days for work, family, and getting ready.

Checking the weather forecast, looks like Colorado opening day is sunny and not too hot with some chance of rain into first part of next week.

My question for all of you is should I do this hunt on the Live thread? Only drawback may be ability to post as often as we did on Cindy's hunt- we had great cell coverage in the Idaho hunt- Colorado may or may not. Let me know.

I'll be on a solo hunt this time, so staying in touch with Rokslide members will be extra encouraging. You vote how you want it.

 

[muleyman]

Go live, the Idaho hunt was a lot of fun to follow!

 

[Hardstalk]

I say live as well. Its always fun getting updates as you guys go thru the ups and downs of a hunt. At the same time i cant imagine how much pressure is added when you do a live hunt. I feel pressure when telling people im leaving for a hunt. I only imagine what its like having 60-70+ followers rooting for you.

 

[cmeier117]

Go Live!

 

[Shrek]

Live ! I bet writing the post and seeing your own thoughts written down will clarify your thinking.

 

[johnson taxidermy]

Robby, let the hunt dictate whether you can post or not. You could capture film (pictures/video) during the day then process and post it after the evening hunt.

 

[IAHNTR]

It would be awesome, but if it takes away from the hunt in anyway then skip it and put some meat on the ground.

 

[trevore]

I'd like to see another live hunt. But only if it doesn't jeopardize the hunt itself.

 

[Rick Seymour]

Do what you can. It is enjoyable and if one looks & listens closely you always get a nugget of something you did not know or forgot.
Thanks

 

[MattEastman]

Very cool thread Robby! Good luck and hope to see that big boy on the ground!

 

[Cindy Wamsley]

Go live Robby!

 

[orionthehunter1]

The live hunt would be great. I enjoy following them.

 

[ScottR_EHJ]

I like live, but do what provides you with the best possible chance of success. If the update hurts chances, no dice.

 

[robby denning]

Live it is! Come along at

http://www.rokslide.com/forums/showthread.php?3284-Robby-Denning-s-Colorado-Muzzleloader-Hunt

 

[robby denning]

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