Post by: MtnMuley on January 26, 2015, 07:22:16 PM
I'll start. Kifaru meat baggies for hauling out boned out meat and TightSpot quivers. Both unbeatable........
Post by: CAMPMEAT on January 26, 2015, 07:31:44 PM
Post by: huntnphool on January 26, 2015, 07:33:38 PM
Post by: kentrek on January 26, 2015, 07:37:48 PM
Post by: jay.sharkbait on January 26, 2015, 07:43:35 PM
http://store.tripleaughtdesign.com/Shag-Master-Hoodie (http://store.tripleaughtdesign.com/Shag-Master-Hoodie)
Post by: jjhunter on January 26, 2015, 07:44:32 PM
Post by: dscubame on January 26, 2015, 07:47:02 PM
Post by: Odell on January 26, 2015, 07:47:07 PM
Post by: Magnum_Willys on January 26, 2015, 07:50:56 PM
Sitka 90 percent pants.Really? My 2014 version isn't hardly water resistant. Seems like any fleece or wool would be as warm and dry. Maybe you have 2013 version?
Post by: dscubame on January 26, 2015, 07:57:36 PM
Sitka 90 percent pants.Really? My 2014 version isn't hardly water resistant. Seems like any fleece or wool would be as warm and dry. Maybe you have 2013 version?
I have not noticed water intrusion but hunting pheasant in S. Dakota with wind chill at -23 I was extremely impressed and not cold at all. The Sitka pants with one layer of merino wool pants and I was golden when most others were frigid cold. I do recall a little dampness after sitting a couple hours thawing up the frozen ground beneath my rear in the NE corner during late deer. In reality I have not really put them to the waterproof test. I do believe they are 2013 since I got them on camofire during the 2014 season. Didn't they sell to Gore-Tex?
Post by: full choke on January 26, 2015, 08:10:05 PM
Post by: coop2424 on January 26, 2015, 08:12:15 PM
Post by: Gutpile on January 26, 2015, 08:14:07 PM
Discover Pass! It makes it all possible...
:yeah:
:IBCOOL:
I drank the premium clothing coolaid and bought a buttload of it after this last season. The weather was so crazy with the highs and lows and wind this year that I just "F it" and bought a bunch of gear. I was sick of being hot and soaked with sweat and then freezing in the afternoon when the temps dropped. God forbit it rained! We all know what happens to cotton when it's cold windy and rainy. I bought Sitka, Kuiu, First Lite. I simply cannot believe how comfortable the Attack and Ascent pants are. It's just crazy to me. Then there's first lite with their wool!!! If your skeptical, don't be. All of these companies products are amazing and I'd definately recommend starting with at least a pair of the pants from either one of them. You'll be hooked. I guarantee it.
Post by: gun-dog on January 26, 2015, 08:17:24 PM
Post by: Fl0und3rz on January 26, 2015, 08:37:46 PM
Clothing: River's West Boonie Hat
Post by: HUNTINCOUPLE on January 26, 2015, 08:42:49 PM
Post by: idaho guy on January 26, 2015, 08:45:51 PM
2014 Polaris RZR 570 side x side.:yeah :yeah:
bought the rzr 900 and only machine that I have bought that has MORE power than I expected!
Post by: dreamunelk on January 26, 2015, 08:51:22 PM
Lots of Mountain Money!!!!!!
Add a small container of wetones (unscented) in you are set.
T.P. & wet ones about 5 bucks.
No monkey but - Priceless
Post by: idaho guy on January 26, 2015, 08:53:37 PM
Lots of Mountain Money!!!!!!
Mountain money is a close second but I thought we were talking about New equipment mountain money is an old school essential!
Post by: SkookumHntr on January 26, 2015, 08:56:06 PM
Post by: CAMPMEAT on January 26, 2015, 09:03:39 PM
2014 Polaris RZR 570 side x side.:yeah :yeah:
bought the rzr 900 and only machine that I have bought that has MORE power than I expected!
I bought mine for wolf hunting in Idaho, since hunters in Washington State are so anti-ATV hunting. :tup:
Post by: idaho guy on January 26, 2015, 09:17:43 PM
Post by: CAMPMEAT on January 26, 2015, 09:24:16 PM
Good for you please kill as many idaho wolves as possible! My wolf count is 1 but if I can help in your hunt let me know!
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As soon as we can get around in the woods in my pickup, I'm ready. Have guns and calls, will travel.
Post by: huntnnw on January 26, 2015, 09:27:37 PM
Post by: Karl Blanchard on January 26, 2015, 09:31:19 PM
havalon knife
Kifaru DT1
Post by: jasnt on January 26, 2015, 09:43:09 PM
Post by: jackelope on January 26, 2015, 10:03:43 PM
Post by: M_ray on January 26, 2015, 10:35:29 PM
Post by: Maverick on January 26, 2015, 10:36:20 PM
Post by: GoPlayOutside on January 26, 2015, 11:00:11 PM
Sitka Timberline Pants (light, with a Gortex butt and knees)...I'm always sitting in wet grass, dirt, stumps, etc even though it's dry out. The gortex butt is great.
Post by: huntnnw on January 26, 2015, 11:02:14 PM
Post by: RadSav on January 26, 2015, 11:33:39 PM
452X/XCel string material.
The only two constants in every single bow I have shot in the past 10 years.
Of course those RAD peeps are pretty dang good too :chuckle: :chuckle:
Post by: RadSav on January 26, 2015, 11:38:16 PM
Post by: TommyH on January 27, 2015, 06:15:26 AM
Post by: huntnnw on January 27, 2015, 06:22:32 AM
or find a animal...I ve used mine to grid search large areas
Post by: lewy on January 27, 2015, 06:26:42 AM
-Kenetreks
Post by: pianoman9701 on January 27, 2015, 06:31:40 AM
Post by: C-Money on January 27, 2015, 07:00:45 AM
Post by: Buzz2401 on January 27, 2015, 04:32:07 PM
Post by: vandeman17 on January 27, 2015, 04:52:15 PM
Post by: Shawn Ryan on January 30, 2015, 06:16:04 PM
Not really gear but I would say my fitness. I spend a lot of time and money staying in good shape and eating healthy so I can continue to hunt every season
Agreed: best piece of gear I have is me. If not me, then La Sportiva Trango boots.
Post by: nwhunter on February 01, 2015, 02:13:52 PM
Post by: LittleJohn on February 01, 2015, 02:26:25 PM
Post by: Motorjosh on February 01, 2015, 02:30:55 PM
Post by: jasnt on February 01, 2015, 03:42:31 PM
I have accumulated a lot of good pieces of gear over the last few years from clothes to glasses, tripods, packs etc but unless you never leave the truck good boots top my list of must haves. Once you wear good boots you can never go back to what you used to think were good boots, Danners etc. I am a tightwad and thats why it took me until the last few years to make the jump to $400 boots but I am here to tell you that if you hunt hard ,do it its worth it. Dry feet and no blisters and great support.couldnt agree more
Post by: Smossy on February 01, 2015, 03:49:11 PM
So much land I have or havent been able to comfortably touch without knowing land owners.
Post by: nwhunter on February 01, 2015, 09:13:56 PM
Post by: Gutpile on February 01, 2015, 09:20:32 PM
I tried the Crispi boots but they didnt hold up to the Blues. Kenetreks were my next boot and I couldnt be happier. Comfortable, good support and my feet stay dry.
I used to buy danners. They were so comfortable but I'd wear out a pair a year. I switched to Kenetrek mountain extremes about 5 -6 years ago and they are pretty much still like new. Ive used them in the blues during some nasty conditions as well as all over the palouse and even to Wyoming a couple of times. Still no leaking and like i said, pretty much like new. I have hot feet though and they are a touch warm so i bought kennetrek hard scrabbles too. I think I'll be good to go for a long while
Post by: LittleJohn on February 02, 2015, 12:12:05 PM
Tried the Crispi last year, did less than 40 days in field and destroyed them, completely,
they were super comfortable, just fell apart
Post by: scottcrb on February 02, 2015, 12:29:28 PM
Post by: JackOfAllTrades on February 02, 2015, 12:30:24 PM
(https://hunting-washington.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fmedia.midwayusa.com%2Fproductimages%2F880x660%2FPrimary%2F129%2F129890.jpg&hash=1d332ae205e18e0f8ccb7525bd44b44dd388acca)
http://ads.midwayusa.com/product/129890/puma-classic-series-white-hunter-fixed-blade-knife-59-drop-point-german-14116-stainless-steel-blade-stag-handle?cm_vc=ProductFinding (http://ads.midwayusa.com/product/129890/puma-classic-series-white-hunter-fixed-blade-knife-59-drop-point-german-14116-stainless-steel-blade-stag-handle?cm_vc=ProductFinding)
Heavy enough to chop with. Skins, guts, cuts. Mine from the 1960's has the wood handle though.
-Steve
Post by: JackOfAllTrades on February 02, 2015, 12:31:24 PM
My gps has allowed me (worry free) to travel WAY further and cover new areas I would have never seen without it. Travel different route back without a worry.
Amen!
-Steve
Post by: skeeter 20i on February 02, 2015, 01:06:51 PM
Post by: coachcw on February 02, 2015, 01:11:40 PM
Post by: DOUBLELUNG on February 02, 2015, 01:16:44 PM
Post by: Cylvertip on February 02, 2015, 02:08:40 PM
I talked about it in this thread:
http://hunting-washington.com/smf/index.php/topic,36678.msg430858.html#msg430858 (http://hunting-washington.com/smf/index.php/topic,36678.msg430858.html#msg430858)
Black Diamond Icon headlamp is #2 on the list
Post by: Karl Blanchard on February 02, 2015, 03:30:25 PM
Big box of blue shop towels ! im looking for blue birds nests :chuckle:. :yeah: I laughed so hard I had tears in my eyes! :chuckle:
Post by: jeepster on February 04, 2015, 11:30:40 PM
Shag master!
http://store.tripleaughtdesign.com/Shag-Master-Hoodie (http://store.tripleaughtdesign.com/Shag-Master-Hoodie)
I gotta have that :yike:
Post by: RadSav on February 05, 2015, 03:09:30 AM
Not sure I have had a blister, an irritating fold, or an annoying seam in the past five years since making the switch to Lorpen. Wife thinks I'm crazy for having one drawer dedicated to $400 worth of hunting socks, but it just may be my finest hunting apparel investment.
Post by: M_ray on February 05, 2015, 04:25:43 AM
I will add Lorpen socks to my list.
Not sure I have had a blister, an irritating fold, or an annoying seam in the past five years since making the switch to Lorpen. Wife thinks I'm crazy for having one drawer dedicated to $400 worth of hunting socks, but it just may be my finest hunting apparel investment.
Love Lorpen socks too I have several! :tup:
Post by: dreamunelk on February 05, 2015, 06:02:51 AM
I will add Lorpen socks to my list.
Not sure I have had a blister, an irritating fold, or an annoying seam in the past five years since making the switch to Lorpen. Wife thinks I'm crazy for having one drawer dedicated to $400 worth of hunting socks, but it just may be my finest hunting apparel investment.
Love Lorpen socks too I have several! :tup:
What name or style of Lorpen socks to you guys recommend?
Post by: antlerking on February 05, 2015, 06:23:34 AM
Post by: huntnnw on February 05, 2015, 06:36:16 AM
Post by: jeepster on February 05, 2015, 01:06:41 PM
Just an idea
Post by: Rainier10 on February 05, 2015, 01:35:53 PM
Post by: fillthefreezer on February 05, 2015, 01:42:38 PM
We should compile a top 10 list style gear guide... guns, jackets, tents, boots, blades, packs, binos..... Ya know that kind of stuffi like the idea but i think peoples usage varies so much it woudnt work.
Just an idea
some people prefer a robust knife, where i wouldnt want to carry something so "heavy"
alot of people would scoff at my pack and sleeping bag budget, maybe they cant justify that for their usage...
Post by: Rainier10 on February 05, 2015, 01:45:10 PM
Exactly, I have tried stuff that others have said was "the best" but it just didn't work for me or my style of hunting. Plus fit and comfort are such variables for every hunter it would be hard to compare apples to apples.We should compile a top 10 list style gear guide... guns, jackets, tents, boots, blades, packs, binos..... Ya know that kind of stuffi like the idea but i think peoples usage varies so much it woudnt work.
Just an idea
some people prefer a robust knife, where i wouldnt want to carry something so "heavy"
alot of people would scoff at my pack and sleeping bag budget, maybe they cant justify that for their usage...
Post by: actionshooter on February 05, 2015, 06:35:08 PM
For hiking/hunting it would be my Exped sleeping pad
Post by: M_ray on February 05, 2015, 08:49:32 PM
I will add Lorpen socks to my list.
Not sure I have had a blister, an irritating fold, or an annoying seam in the past five years since making the switch to Lorpen. Wife thinks I'm crazy for having one drawer dedicated to $400 worth of hunting socks, but it just may be my finest hunting apparel investment.
Love Lorpen socks too I have several! :tup:
What name or style of Lorpen socks to you guys recommend?
http://www.gearcor.com/mobile/hep712/Primaloft-Extreme-Hunting-Socks.htm?gclid=CJ_A4_i_zMMCFRFhfgodmDcAdA (http://www.gearcor.com/mobile/hep712/Primaloft-Extreme-Hunting-Socks.htm?gclid=CJ_A4_i_zMMCFRFhfgodmDcAdA)
http://www.trekkinn.com/outdoor-mountain/lorpen-hunting-extreme-merino-wool/34288/p?utm_source=google_products&utm_medium=merchant&id_producte=176615&country=us&gclid=CKP6yK7BzMMCFYlefgodAEoAkQ&gclsrc=aw.ds (http://www.trekkinn.com/outdoor-mountain/lorpen-hunting-extreme-merino-wool/34288/p?utm_source=google_products&utm_medium=merchant&id_producte=176615&country=us&gclid=CKP6yK7BzMMCFYlefgodAEoAkQ&gclsrc=aw.ds)
http://www.lorpennorthamerica.com/CWSS (http://www.lorpennorthamerica.com/CWSS)
Post by: dreamunelk on February 05, 2015, 09:20:20 PM
I will add Lorpen socks to my list.
Not sure I have had a blister, an irritating fold, or an annoying seam in the past five years since making the switch to Lorpen. Wife thinks I'm crazy for having one drawer dedicated to $400 worth of hunting socks, but it just may be my finest hunting apparel investment.
Love Lorpen socks too I have several! :tup:
What name or style of Lorpen socks to you guys recommend?
http://www.gearcor.com/mobile/hep712/Primaloft-Extreme-Hunting-Socks.htm?gclid=CJ_A4_i_zMMCFRFhfgodmDcAdA (http://www.gearcor.com/mobile/hep712/Primaloft-Extreme-Hunting-Socks.htm?gclid=CJ_A4_i_zMMCFRFhfgodmDcAdA)
http://www.trekkinn.com/outdoor-mountain/lorpen-hunting-extreme-merino-wool/34288/p?utm_source=google_products&utm_medium=merchant&id_producte=176615&country=us&gclid=CKP6yK7BzMMCFYlefgodAEoAkQ&gclsrc=aw.ds (http://www.trekkinn.com/outdoor-mountain/lorpen-hunting-extreme-merino-wool/34288/p?utm_source=google_products&utm_medium=merchant&id_producte=176615&country=us&gclid=CKP6yK7BzMMCFYlefgodAEoAkQ&gclsrc=aw.ds)
http://www.lorpennorthamerica.com/CWSS (http://www.lorpennorthamerica.com/CWSS)
Thanks
Post by: Spawnstar on February 05, 2015, 09:24:48 PM
Post by: huntnphool on February 05, 2015, 11:34:15 PM
Post by: M_ray on February 05, 2015, 11:39:06 PM
Post by: RadSav on February 06, 2015, 04:01:33 AM
What name or style of Lorpen socks to you guys recommend?
Take your pick! They have a sock for just about every situation and every temperature you intend to hunt. I've never worn a pair out while in my boots. But I did wear out a pair of the Primaloft in one day using them as slippers as I scurried around the dirty lodge in WI on the day we could not get out. In a good pair of boots they will last years if not a decade.
The "Work & Tactical" category socks are much more durable and lower tops. I wear them hunting in temperatures 30-50 degrees. The hikers are what I wear during most of early archery season. Moreno won't last as long and though it does keep from getting stanky I tend to shy away from Moreno in hot weather. I do wear them in crossover temperatures though. For OMG cold and late season comfort I'm crazy for both the Skinny Jim and Thermolite liners. They wrap my foot like I painted them on, yet they don't give me that cramped toe feeling. I run knee highs during the late and cold season. I do like the HEL, but I have three other ones that seem equally as warm and the Primaloft might be even a touch warmer if your boot fits loose.
The first set of Lorpen I tried was a gift from a co-worker called the CWSS "Cold Weather System Sock". It is a wool liner and cold weather sock all in one package. You basically pay for pair of socks and get a pretty darn good liner for free. Not a bad way to go if you want to find out what Lorpen comfort is all about without dropping $25 for one pair.
If I had to pick just one that I like best...probably the HEL with a Thermolite liner. But...I have yet to buy a Lorpen sock I did not like!
Post by: Skyvalhunter on February 06, 2015, 04:57:50 AM
Post by: RadSav on February 06, 2015, 06:36:00 AM
If I were not wearing Lorpen I certainly would be wearing Darn Tough. No other socks come close to those two IMO. If you wear socks as slippers around the house, lodge or camp no question Darn is the sock. If you like soft, breathable and are sensitive to toe seams I think Lorpen has the edge. Either way, I don't see how a guy could go wrong no matter which he chooses. They are the cream of the crop, for sure!
Post by: Karl Blanchard on February 06, 2015, 06:39:55 AM
Post by: ridgefire on February 06, 2015, 07:09:11 AM
Post by: RadSav on February 06, 2015, 07:14:02 AM
I've been a die hard smart wool kind of guy for quite a long time. How do the darn tough and lorpen socks compare? What is the differences?
Night and day difference IMO. But, to be honest I have not used any Smartwool outside of their designated Hunt/Fish selection. To me the Smartwool made me think of the old days when Thorlo was the cream of the crop...a nice sock, but not in the class of a Darn or Lorpen. I know the wife wears them out rather fast too. Though I never wore them long enough to find out how the men's held up as I gave mine away as soon as I hiked in Lorpen for the first time.
Smartwool (that I tried) and Darn had about the same toe box seam. Which is nice. And I thought the Smartwool did breath better than the Darn Tough. But that is about as close as they got for me. I'd certainly never buy another pair unless Lorpen and Darn Tough went out of business or decided to bash hunters. Neither of which I see happening anytime soon ;)
Post by: xXLojackXx on February 06, 2015, 08:13:48 AM
I looked at Darn Tough socks but couldn't find any that were taller than "boot height". Rad, you know of any taller ones?
Post by: DOUBLELUNG on February 06, 2015, 12:19:07 PM
I've been a die hard smart wool kind of guy for quite a long time. How do the darn tough and lorpen socks compare? What is the differences?I'm curious about the Lorpen and Darn Tough, but I'm so completely happy with Smartwool that I can't see changing. Kind of like I couldn't be happier driving with a 394HP Hemi - but I've never driven a 600+HP Italian sports car!
Post by: coachcw on February 06, 2015, 12:59:39 PM
Post by: Rainier10 on February 06, 2015, 01:05:18 PM
Exifficco underwear the best piece of gear ever ! period end of story:chuckle:
Post by: RadSav on February 06, 2015, 01:21:44 PM
I looked at Darn Tough socks but couldn't find any that were taller than "boot height". Rad, you know of any taller ones?
Choice is limited compared to Lorpen, but both the ones I tried were tall. Try sockaddict.com
Exifficco underwear the best piece of gear ever ! period end of story
You and BLRman talked me into these last year. After the pain in my wallet wore off I really began to love these things. So much so I now wear them every day. Don't tell the wife I have more money in undies than I do in socks :yike: She'd probably leave me for sure! :chuckle:
Post by: M_ray on February 06, 2015, 01:50:23 PM
I've been a die hard smart wool kind of guy for quite a long time. How do the darn tough and lorpen socks compare? What is the differences?
Night and day difference IMO. But, to be honest I have not used any Smartwool outside of their designated Hunt/Fish selection. To me the Smartwool made me think of the old days when Thorlo was the cream of the crop...a nice sock, but not in the class of a Darn or Lorpen. I know the wife wears them out rather fast too. Though I never wore them long enough to find out how the men's held up as I gave mine away as soon as I hiked in Lorpen for the first time.
Smartwool (that I tried) and Darn had about the same toe box seam. Which is nice. And I thought the Smartwool did breath better than the Darn Tough. But that is about as close as they got for me. I'd certainly never buy another pair unless Lorpen and Darn Tough went out of business or decided to bash hunters. Neither of which I see happening anytime soon ;)
Ive never had Darn tough (may need to try some) but I agree with Rad I have smartwool and Lorpen and although both are great the Lorpen never stretch out and last longer for me. After awhile I have to throw away perfectly good smartwool cause for some reason they start bunching up under the arch of my foot, drives me crazy! grrr Anyway the Lorpen seem to breath a bit better and my feet dont get clammy but having said that they are both better than anything else I have tried but the Lorpen are just a notch up from the smartwool IMO.
Post by: jackelope on February 06, 2015, 01:53:50 PM
2-3 years ago I bought a couple pairs of Thorlo heavy trekking socks and thought they were God's gift to feet. Are you guys telling me there's better?
Post by: RadSav on February 06, 2015, 02:00:49 PM
I've got some Smartwool socks that I don't like as they make my feet feel clammy.
2-3 years ago I bought a couple pairs of Thorlo heavy trekking socks and thought they were God's gift to feet. Are you guys telling me there's better?
Yes, I am :chuckle: I have about six pair of Thorlo left and the only thing they get used for are slippers. Thorlo makes a dang good slipper, though ;)
Post by: M_ray on February 06, 2015, 02:42:07 PM
I've got some Smartwool socks that I don't like as they make my feet feel clammy.
2-3 years ago I bought a couple pairs of Thorlo heavy trekking socks and thought they were God's gift to feet. Are you guys telling me there's better?
Actually I forgot I used to have some thorlo and I liked them ... but the first time I bought just a pair of Lorpen to try I actually went right back as soon as I got back from my hike and bought some more! :tup:
Post by: DOUBLELUNG on February 06, 2015, 03:33:00 PM
I've got some Smartwool socks that I don't like as they make my feet feel clammy.I like Thorlo too but like Smartwool better. I have about 5 different thicknesses, your feet will get clammy if you wear a heavy pair on a warm day or wear insulated boots.
2-3 years ago I bought a couple pairs of Thorlo heavy trekking socks and thought they were God's gift to feet. Are you guys telling me there's better?
Post by: BLUEBULLS on February 07, 2015, 08:50:08 AM
I've been a die hard smart wool kind of guy for quite a long time. How do the darn tough and lorpen socks compare? What is the differences?
Night and day difference IMO. But, to be honest I have not used any Smartwool outside of their designated Hunt/Fish selection. To me the Smartwool made me think of the old days when Thorlo was the cream of the crop...a nice sock, but not in the class of a Darn or Lorpen. I know the wife wears them out rather fast too. Though I never wore them long enough to find out how the men's held up as I gave mine away as soon as I hiked in Lorpen for the first time.
Smartwool (that I tried) and Darn had about the same toe box seam. Which is nice. And I thought the Smartwool did breath better than the Darn Tough. But that is about as close as they got for me. I'd certainly never buy another pair unless Lorpen and Darn Tough went out of business or decided to bash hunters. Neither of which I see happening anytime soon ;)
Ive never had Darn tough (may need to try some) but I agree with Rad I have smartwool and Lorpen and although both are great the Lorpen never stretch out and last longer for me. After awhile I have to throw away perfectly good smartwool cause for some reason they start bunching up under the arch of my foot, drives me crazy! grrr Anyway the Lorpen seem to breath a bit better and my feet dont get clammy but having said that they are both better than anything else I have tried but the Lorpen are just a notch up from the smartwool IMO.
I'm the exact opposite. Tried different lorpen socks and they just didn't do it for me. Smartwool work great. I always wear the thinner types. Kind of nasty but after 5 or 6 days they're still tight and comfy. Might have to try Darn Tough out of curiosity.
Post by: MtnMuley on February 07, 2015, 10:03:29 AM
Post by: Odell on February 07, 2015, 01:27:05 PM
Exifficco underwear the best piece of gear ever ! period end of story
I did 2 weeks in Sierra Leone in two pairs of these. Best underwear ever.
Post by: Boss .300 winmag on February 07, 2015, 03:17:05 PM
Post by: jackelope on February 07, 2015, 03:26:04 PM
Can't walk can't hunt! :chuckle:
I agree with you 100%.
Post by: M_ray on February 07, 2015, 04:01:02 PM
Can't walk can't hunt! :chuckle:
Haha so true ... whats funny is that before you have kids you never thought of having a supply in your backpack after you have kids you wonder how you got by without them! :chuckle:
Post by: grundy53 on February 07, 2015, 06:01:19 PM
Ain't that the truth!Can't walk can't hunt! :chuckle:
Haha so true ... whats funny is that before you have kids you never thought of having a supply in your backpack after you have kids you wonder how you got by without them! :chuckle:
Post by: grundy53 on February 07, 2015, 06:01:59 PM
Post by: scotsman on February 08, 2015, 10:51:07 AM
Thanks, I'm getting tired of Costco socks.
Post by: wafisherman on February 11, 2015, 04:52:53 PM
A runner up is your time. Apply your brain (learning, strategy, experience), your time (scouting, etc), and your body (so you can get out of the truck and work for it) - and the rest of the stuff is just there to talk about and spend your money on during the 'off season' :chuckle:
Post by: Smossy on February 13, 2015, 09:49:39 PM
http://www.wickedlasers.com/arctic (http://www.wickedlasers.com/arctic)
Post by: JimmyHoffa on February 13, 2015, 09:58:52 PM
Best piece of gear - your brain... Close second, your body. invest in those in that order first. Otherwise all the fancy gear and gadgets are worthless. Just think of the old timers in their wool and flannel who can out hunt 100 average hunters decked out in the latest and greatest stuff...I have some books about old timers and some of their tips. Quite the helpers. I wonder how the playing field differed then and now, but assume most of them could figure it out just fine.
A runner up is your time. Apply your brain (learning, strategy, experience), your time (scouting, etc), and your body (so you can get out of the truck and work for it) - and the rest of the stuff is just there to talk about and spend your money on during the 'off season' :chuckle:
Post by: Dbax129 on February 19, 2015, 12:57:21 PM
Adding this to the list..
http://www.wickedlasers.com/arctic (http://www.wickedlasers.com/arctic)
I dont get it. Whats it for?
And dang it i just ordered my first pair of lorpens. Always been a big fan of smartwool but now i gotta try them out after all those great reviews!
Post by: idaho guy on February 19, 2015, 02:16:31 PM
Adding this to the list..
http://www.wickedlasers.com/arctic (http://www.wickedlasers.com/arctic)
I dont get it. Whats it for?
:yeah:looks kinda cool but what would you use it for in huntn?
Post by: Fl0und3rz on February 19, 2015, 02:22:29 PM
Post by: BULLBLASTER on February 19, 2015, 02:30:53 PM
Or he found a way to dispacth his trapping catches with a laserbeam? Maybe he puts it on a sharks head? :dunno: :chuckle:
Post by: Cylvertip on February 19, 2015, 06:15:34 PM
http://hunting-washington.com/smf/index.php/topic,123521.msg1637941.html#msg1637941 (http://hunting-washington.com/smf/index.php/topic,123521.msg1637941.html#msg1637941)
Post by: JJB11B on February 19, 2015, 06:27:58 PM
I spent a great deal of $ on baby wipes when I was in the middle east, my appreciation for wet wipes was started in basic training. glad I learned early, I keep some in my truck and in my pack.Can't walk can't hunt! :chuckle:
Haha so true ... whats funny is that before you have kids you never thought of having a supply in your backpack after you have kids you wonder how you got by without them! :chuckle:
Post by: JJB11B on February 19, 2015, 06:30:45 PM
says at the top they wont accept orders from US residentsAdding this to the list..
http://www.wickedlasers.com/arctic (http://www.wickedlasers.com/arctic)
I dont get it. Whats it for?
:yeah:looks kinda cool but what would you use it for in huntn?
Post by: NOCK NOCK on February 19, 2015, 09:38:41 PM
Exifficco underwear the best piece of gear ever ! period end of story
Just looked these up on Amazon. New and USED :yike: :yike: :yike: :yike: :yike: :yike: :yike:
Post by: RadSav on February 20, 2015, 01:06:19 AM
Exifficco underwear the best piece of gear ever ! period end of story
Just looked these up on Amazon. New and USED :yike: :yike: :yike: :yike: :yike: :yike: :yike:
:puke:
Maybe some people like the ease of application when all you have to do is remember yellow to the front / brown to the back :dunno:
Cabela's has been running a good sale lately. Think I paid just over $18 last week. New shorts at used price :chuckle:
Post by: Karl Blanchard on February 20, 2015, 08:15:52 AM
:yeah: they don't have much in the way of colors though. The wife likes red :chuckle:Exifficco underwear the best piece of gear ever ! period end of story
Just looked these up on Amazon. New and USED :yike: :yike: :yike: :yike: :yike: :yike: :yike:
:puke:
Maybe some people like the ease of application when all you have to do is remember yellow to the front / brown to the back :dunno:
Cabela's has been running a good sale lately. Think I paid just over $18 last week. New shorts at used price :chuckle:
Post by: Magnum_Willys on February 20, 2015, 08:26:23 AM
Adding this to the list..
http://www.wickedlasers.com/arctic (http://www.wickedlasers.com/arctic)
A laser ?????
Post by: pianoman9701 on February 20, 2015, 08:34:04 AM
Post by: netcoyote on February 20, 2015, 08:47:46 AM
Post by: pianoman9701 on February 20, 2015, 08:56:31 AM
Post by: Magnum_Willys on February 20, 2015, 09:14:20 AM
Netcoyote, where do you get one of those? :)
Forget it - way over budget........... :)
Post by: quadrafire on February 20, 2015, 09:24:56 AM
Puma Hunter knifeSteve
(https://hunting-washington.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fmedia.midwayusa.com%2Fproductimages%2F880x660%2FPrimary%2F129%2F129890.jpg&hash=1d332ae205e18e0f8ccb7525bd44b44dd388acca)
http://ads.midwayusa.com/product/129890/puma-classic-series-white-hunter-fixed-blade-knife-59-drop-point-german-14116-stainless-steel-blade-stag-handle?cm_vc=ProductFinding (http://ads.midwayusa.com/product/129890/puma-classic-series-white-hunter-fixed-blade-knife-59-drop-point-german-14116-stainless-steel-blade-stag-handle?cm_vc=ProductFinding)
Heavy enough to chop with. Skins, guts, cuts. Mine from the 1960's has the wood handle though.
-Steve
I have that same knife. A hand me down from my dad, probably late 60's early 70's, mine has the bone handle. It is a beast. Sharp as all get out and holds and edge very well. I let mine get tarnished/rusted a bit from a wet sheath :bash:
Post by: netcoyote on February 20, 2015, 09:51:40 AM
Netcoyote, where do you get one of those? :)
Forget it - way over budget........... :)
I assume you guys are referring to the tent....right? :tup:
Post by: pianoman9701 on February 20, 2015, 10:29:56 AM
Netcoyote, where do you get one of those? :)
Forget it - way over budget........... :)
I assume you guys are referring to the tent....right? :tup:
Umm, oh yes, of course!!!! Strictly by the book, old man.
Post by: Wacenturion on February 21, 2015, 06:51:04 PM
Post by: Shawn Ryan on February 21, 2015, 10:38:52 PM
Post by: netcoyote on February 22, 2015, 07:59:43 AM
Netcoyote, is that on the ridge above Goat Creek?
It's at Heart Lake in the Goat Rocks Wilderness accessed via the Lilly Basin trail. The valley below is the Middle Fork of Johnson Creek. Took this pic of my wife in 2010 on a 4 day backpack trip in the GRW.
Post by: ghosthunter on February 22, 2015, 08:27:43 AM
Netcoyote, where do you get one of those? :)
Forget it - way over budget........... :)
I assume you guys are referring to the tent....right? :tup:
What tent? :chuckle:
Post by: fuzznuts on February 24, 2015, 12:12:01 PM
Post by: idaho guy on February 24, 2015, 12:32:45 PM
says at the top they wont accept orders from US residentsAdding this to the list..
http://www.wickedlasers.com/arctic (http://www.wickedlasers.com/arctic)
I dont get it. Whats it for?
:yeah:looks kinda cool but what would you use it for in huntn?
I still want to know what the lazer is for? And why a US resident cant buy it-may be its a real deadly tool i have been missing out on :chuckle:
Post by: Jingles on February 24, 2015, 12:38:34 PM
Post by: wooltie on February 24, 2015, 01:07:10 PM
Post by: netcoyote on February 24, 2015, 01:28:06 PM
Got to say that netcoyote definitely has the best looking piece of gearYea, I agree. Been with this lady for 25 years. One of the toughest outdoor people I know. We spent about 15 years climbing all over the state; climbed Liberty Ridge on Rainier with her in '94 (see pic). That tent was on every major peak in the state including several nights on the Rainier crater during an extended trip.
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-cW3o5ZMY5sc/VOzoY2eDBXI/AAAAAAAABew/RnWLYGqvZ90/w665-h539-no/barbbillrainier.jpg)
Post by: Shawn Ryan on February 24, 2015, 03:52:32 PM
Netcoyote, is that on the ridge above Goat Creek?
It's at Heart Lake in the Goat Rocks Wilderness accessed via the Lilly Basin trail. The valley below is the Middle Fork of Johnson Creek. Took this pic of my wife in 2010 on a 4 day backpack trip in the GRW.
I missed it by a ridge. Love that country.
Post by: Smossy on March 10, 2015, 10:55:38 AM
Depending on the wattage, it could be used to start fires. They also make great signal devices for S&R. But it is a heavy alternative to carry hunting.:tup:
It does start fires, and is the best signaling device, Its not a standard point and shoot laser that only projects on its target, Its a solid beam. Weighs less than a pound, Also cool entertainment. Also additional attachments to turn it into a flashlight.
Post by: magnumb on April 04, 2015, 10:00:08 PM
Either my 10x Leica Geovids or my box of baby butt wipes............. ;).
Post by: Dbax129 on April 06, 2015, 05:10:54 AM
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B001954O16 (http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B001954O16)
Post by: RadSav on April 06, 2015, 11:45:35 AM
By the way guys, after reading your glowing reviews i bought a pair of those lorpen socks. Not sold. Scratchy seam across the top of my toes was no fun. But other than that pretty good. I think Im sticking to smartwool, though I still havent tried darn tough. Maybe a different line of lorpen would be better? I bought these:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B001954O16 (http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B001954O16)
I have never worn any of the casual work socks. Every one I've ever purchased has an arch wrap and heal pad. Sorry to hear those were not good for you. Really surprised about the seam. That is usually the best part of a Lorpen sock and why I started wearing them in the first place.