The Gear I’ll Never Use Again

[S.Clancy]

Alpine Archery Soft Loc
Been on my bow for 20+ years.

I did try a Tight Spot a few years ago but man, it rattled and vibrated so I put the Soft Loc back on

I have the same quiver. They're awesome.

For me it's carbon trekking poles and expensive gore-tex rain gear. I have cheap, light rain gear for when the forecast is good, Grundens for when it's gonna be wet.

 

[COJoe]

Superfeet. I’ve tried them several times over the years and they always trash my feet.

I used Superfeet Green in my Crispi boots and have had no issues with overly sore feet or other issues when most of my hunting is in the mountains with rocks, slopes and such.

 

[IDVortex]

Same with Argali, both a tent and games bags ripped too easily. I barely touched my pitched tipi with my boot rind and the tent ripped 6 inches.

I have their sleeping bag, very impressed with it. Actually been looking at getting one of their tents for next year. Did you have a specific tent, more info?


Water bladders. I dont know how many times ive had a backpack get soaking wet and lose all my water.

Cheap backpacks. Can't believe I didnt spend the money on a good bag sooner than I did. And ive done a ton of backpacking to know better.

Camo, have learned my surroundings and wind are more of a issue than if I look like a badass.

Bi-pods on rifles. Since being a member here ive learned more about just basic shooting to learn to adapt.

Cheap binos.

Anything over a 6.5cm.

Muzzle brakes.

Most name brand hunting pants. (I am either way rough on them. Or they just suck, plus terrible fit.)

Superfeet. Made my feet more uncomfortable. Waste of money.

 

[AZ8]

I’m surprised to read all the issues with camelbaks. Been using them for who knows how long, 20+ years, and nary a leak.

 

[IDVortex]

I’m surprised to read all the issues with camelbaks. Been using them for who knows how long, 20+ years, and nary a leak.

Well, not all of us can be paid sponsors....

this is satire.

 

[Pro953]

Wool unless it’s socks, beanie, gloves or neck gaiter.
Hand warmer packets, they need to be exposed to air to work, but it’s usually my feet that need them and they don’t work inside of a boot.
Lighted knocks. I’m nowhere near a professional archer, but I’ve done enough basic comparison to notice a terrible inconsistency in their production that would throw off my arrow flight.
Overkill boots for the situation. I will spend the extra money to own several pairs to match the terrain and weather I’m in. Even if they’re comfortable and you’re used to them, it ain’t fun to wear sheep boots for a weekend mule deer hunt.

Not sure if you have tried them, but they actually make foot/boot specific versions that operate with lower air exposure to work. They adhesive on them as well. Far from perfect, but they have helped in some hunts in the single digits.


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[fngTony]

Not sure if you have tried them, but they actually make foot/boot specific versions that operate with lower air exposure to work. They adhesive on them as well. Far from perfect, but they have helped in some hunts in the single digits.


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I just cheat with heated socks now

 

[MuleyFever]

I’m surprised to read all the issues with camelbaks. Been using them for who knows how long, 20+ years, and nary a leak.

Been using the same one since 2011.
I can also get through an elk with one Outdoor Edge blade.

 

[Brightside]

SG Chilkoot 15. One night toucking condensation on my tipi soaked it through; water resistant my ass. One size fits people over 6'3"... slept very cold in 35° when it was dry.

Jetboil. Had it tip over and become a fireball.

MSR Pocket Rocket Deluxe. Didnt take much to destroy it, just one minor fall. Went back to Soto, total beast!

Leupold vx5. Lost zero after 500 rounds.

Go Hunt glassing pad. So light its useless.

Anything Vortex.

Big Agness Lost Dog 15. It good down to 45.

Dark Energy Poseidon. The waterproof door breaks within 4 months, using about twice a week. At about that same usage, it only charges my phone to about 75%. Anker 20000mah last way longer at very little weight gain and offer more than double the juice.

Almost all of Heathers Choice entrees. That chili isnt fit for dogs.

Kennetreks. Had 2 pairs, both leak.

Kuiu Kenai Jacket. Thing snags on air. Has runs all over it and pills terribly. Not warm when wet either.

Hydration bladders. Cant be trusted.

Sawyer minis. They suck.

 

[Blurry1]

I used Superfeet Green in my Crispi boots and have had no issues with overly sore feet or other issues when most of my hunting is in the mountains with rocks, slopes and such.

Not saying anything about them other than they have never worked for me over many expeditions and for general hiking or climbing.

I hate seeing posts about why doesn’t this work for me or what do I need to change. Often the answer is obvious. I’ve been walking for 45 years. If everything is fine why do I need some other magic.

 

[BuckSmasher]

- non bonded lead core bullets
- cotton
- boots that aren’t waterproof
- gloves (only use flip top mittens)
- pump style water filters

 

[wyosam]

In all seriousness. Jetboil, don’t try to melt snow with one. It became a puddle of plastic goo.

Interesting. I have melted a tone of snow over the years in jet boils (more while backcountry skiing than hunting) without issue


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[B_Reynolds_AK]

Only around the leather /rubber junction?
Just finished a long weekend hunt packing out 2 elk. Wearing the Vivos, best my feet have ever felt (have only been wearing barefoot shoes for a year) minus being wet the last day.

Exactly