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Hey guys, Anyone care to throw out some load recommendations? I'm shooting a .50 cal CVA optima v1. For sure using BH209 with the BH breech plug. I've had previous success throwing 90 grains of BH 209 by volume, with a 295 gr PB, and CCI 209 magnum primer. I'm open to other suggestions that...

Straight from the DFG: "This year DFG is conducting a Fund-raising Random Drawing for one Open Zone deer tag. An Open Zone deer tag allows the hunter to hunt during the authorized season dates of any hunt or zone, using the specific method and meeting any special conditions of the tag for that...

anyone using a lightweight tripod that is stable enough for your spotter with some wind and tall enough that you can use it while sitting or kneeling? I've looked at some tripods and they all seem to be 3 lbs or more. There are lighter ones but they don't feel too sturdy.

last week at the ISE in Sacramento I was able to check out the Rivers West gear for the first time. At first glance I was impressed. It seems to be quiet, tough, and waterproof. But after reading some older online reviews it seems that a lot of people claim that you sweat like a pig in them...

I found this article interesting. You may want to give it a read. http://www.backpacker.com/hiking-and-hunting/destinations/14747

Any of you guys been able to get a look at Jupiter? Its the bright "star" below the moon. Took the spotter out last night to see it. Pretty awesome. you can really see it well. There are 3 moons that I can see around it. Supposed to be 4. There looks to be either another moon or star a bit...

For shelters such as the Kirafu supertarp, help me understand why I would want to sleep in one. Obviously they are lighter, but if a the reason for having a shelter is to keep me safe from the elements of nature, i.e. rain, bugs, wind, etc. How does having no floor do that? or am I missing the...

anyone have any experience with these devices? they look pretty cool. seems like they'd be worth it in the backcountry if they do what they're supposed to do.

What all do you guys like to take for extended backpack trips to the high country? How often do you eat? How much weight does your food add to your pack for everyday you're gone? When do you eat your biggest meal of the day? What has not worked for you? I know you've got your Mountain Houses...

Just saw this in Cabelas. Who has one? You have waay too much money. Help me out to understand why a flashlight could cost so much.

Recently I've been seeing this pack on Ebay for less than $200 brand new. Pretty good price from it's MSRP. None of the other big name packs are discounted so much so what gives? Is this a great pack?

LAST EDITED ON Jun-03-10 AT 12:37PM (MST)[p]Oops meant to put this in the "hunting gear" forum. Sorry.

For Colorado Archery in the high country what would you suggest? Would the mesh walls of a 3 season tent be ok?

I've been looking into a specific area to hunt this year and it seems that every pre-made map out there has only a small portion of my target area on it. Recently I found a website, Mytopo.com, that I was able to create and purchase a custom map from for about $20 to my door. It's a 24K map on...

For units that have Archery, Muzzy, and Early Rifle is it better to hunt the Archery or Muzzy? I wouldn't have enough points to draw the Early Rifle so that's out of the question. Pros for Archery are you get the benefit of getting there before anyone else. The Cons are you're limited in your...

How are tags allocated between Residents and NRs in Colorado? I can't seem to figure that out. New Mexico makes it easy, it's just a percentage. Is there any method Colorado uses?

Does this Bivy or any Bivy add to the temp rating of your sleeping bag? For instance, Does a 20 degree bag feel like a 10 degree bag stuffed in this type of bivy sack? Reason I ask is that I'm trying to decide whether I want synthetic or down. From everything I read down should not get wet and...

LAST EDITED ON Feb-06-10 AT 07:48PM (MST)[p]what temp rating bag would you recommend for Colorado back country hunt in September? Things to consider are I want the lightest, and most compact bag I can get away with, obviously; I don't like to sleep with full gear on, just a base layer, or even...

anyone know the whereabouts or unit of David Long's Colorado mule deer hunt that was featured on Eastman's? That hunt was awesome.

What's the deal with this new muzzleloader? is any one stocking it? I go the local Sportsmans warehouse and they don't have it. I try to call Bass Pro and they tell me someone will check and call me back but they never do. I've got about $300 worth of Bass Pro gift cards that I've been saving up...

Any reports/pics from this hunt this year. Maybe I'll be lucky enough to draw it next year.

I'm looking to do a DIY elk hunt in WYO for either rifle or archery in the near future. Since I'm not looking to hire a guide I guess that keeps me out of any wilderness areas. What hunt areas offer good opportunities for a NR who is willing to put in some work? It would have to be an area with...