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I don't remember the model, but I had a Minox 2-10x42. Good glass, it tracked well and I wanted it for an elk rifle but no matter what I did I could not get the eye relief right at 2-4x so I traded it to a friend.

$80 or trade for an equal value bass casting reel, a case of 20 gauge birdshot or? Fall fly fishing in the high country is about to bust off guys, surely someone needs this stick to fling big dries for Browns next month

Hi guys, sorry I missed the posts. Metau, very kind offer but don't go to the trouble on my account. 100+, yes 180s seem to be in ready supply but my load is for 165 grain and they are hard to come by lately. Was hoping someone had stocked up and they were collecting dust at the back of a safe somewhere.

Looking for Nosler 165 grain Accubonds for .30 caliber/.308 If you have some I have cash or can offer a trade. Located in Tucson but would pay shipping. Thanks for looking.

It's accessible off the Klondyke Rd: http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/coronado/specialplaces/recarea/?recid=25458&actid=50 I wouldn't say it is easy to get to, and that's before you start hiking.

If you are looking for the nexus of power, torque and fuel economy in a gas engine take a look at the F150 with the turbo V6 Eco-boost engine. 350+ horsepower stock is no joke and if I keep it at prudent speeds I'm getting 22.5-25 MPG on the road in my 2012 F150 4x4. For what it's worth, my previous truck was a stock '01 Taco TRD 4x4 with a 5 speed and the 3.4 V6. That motor was a dog and strained on the slightest incline towing my 14' aluminum...with OEM size BFG AT's it was lucky to get 18 on the highway and I stopped monitoring it in town because it was just making me angry I think you'll regret going from a Dodge diesel to a Tacoma. Edit: I realize the OP doesn't care about MPG's after re-reading his posts...I'll still say in my opinion the only advantages to the newer generation of Tacos over full size trucks is the probability of lower cost of maintenance over the life of the vehicle and a high re-sale value.

Anyone played with this pack yet? Bull Basin has one in Tucson and it looks like a great pack for hauling meat or just gear without being too ridiculous in size for a day hunting pack. I like the looks of the external frame for hauling meat too. Curious if anyone has tried one in the field.

There is a 686 and a GP for sale on the Arizona Shooting classifieds right now.

Thanks for the input guys. Yep, this gives me pause too, but I willing to accept it. My "light" Badlands 2800 really cannot handle anything more than a javelina and my gear and in 4 seasons I've busted the buckles on it twice and the zippers are starting to fail. I just don't have confidence to take it elk hunting this season.

If you are serious about backpacking they are a pretty critical piece of gear. I've slept on Thermarests for many years and considering the terrain I've camped in I think they are pretty well made. They also provide legit insulation from the ground and a comfortable place to sleep. Like any other outdoor gear, you pay more for the ones that weigh the least. I just bought a newer one with "waffling" and it's nice as the feature eliminates slipping off the pad, which was/is a common complaint for some of the older rectangular models. This is the model I have now and i like it quite a bit: http://www.summithut.com/products/prolite-plus/ I also use it to insulate my cot when I car camp in cold weather and I have an older "giant" sized one like this: http://www.summithut.com/products/basecamp-pad/ I bought on Craigslist for truck bed sleeping.

Sorry to hear that. Watched my Vizsla puppy suck down a small Eagle Claw snelled hook some slob left on the bank on the Salt three weeks ago. Can't tell you what a miracle it was to find the hook and snell stuck in a rag she also swallowed on the trip puked up in my backyard the evening we got back. Glad your dog is doing well.

Most stretches that are single barbless hook/no bait are clearly marked. Trouble with fishing this time of year is competing with swimmers for the best holes...as said, drift 4# test and tiny hooks with a nightcrawler under a clear bobber in any of the deeper pools and you should be in fish. If you fly fish just look for good rock structure. Last March I hooked, and lost, an estimated 22-24" Brownie on a #18 Copper John dead drifted through a boulder run below the Bootlegger pull out.

26" barrels? Chokes fixed or screw-in? Where ar you located? Thanks.

Just back from a few days on the Salt in that area. River is low and the fishing was really slow. Had heard favorable reports from anglers in the last few weeks but 2 guys, 4 rods for 48+ hours we managed 3 fish...and everyone we talked to was doing worse than us.

If that boat floats and the motor turns over this is a pretty smoking deal!

Will try to make Tucson tonight, thanks for posting the meeting dates/times. Will also say I'm glad I used my tax return to buy a lifetime hunting/fishing license two years ago. I know it would pay for itself, but I didn't think it would start to happen this fast...

SOLD

Tucson.

$160 TTT Good boat or truck gun.

This is a good deal...

I got the same plan as you but it's just a long weekend and 1/27 don't figure for me. Gonna hunt AM between 4A/B and 23 and fish PM at Willow Springs...if you have a float tube you might consider taking your fly line to Chevelon Canyon Lake...plenty of turkey in the area too.

In my experience the Nosler BT is extremely devastating to Coues Deer, both to their vitality and the amount of meat you get to take home when you clobber one with it. I don't shoot them anymore. That being said my .270 shoots 130 grain Nosler BT over 54 gr. of W760 with 3 shots at less than .5" consistently. Similar charge with 140 gr. Nosler AB produces similar results and I think it is a better all around bullet for hunting big game.

I was fortunate to draw an archery elk permit in MT for Unit 410-15. I am also really fortunate to know a MT biologist who works in the unit everyday. My trip will be 100% DIY, minus insight and help from my friend who lives and works up there. Can anyone offer any advice or experience on planning for traveling there to hunt? I'd prefer to drive but life/time/money might dictate an airplane flight. How many members have traveled to MT to hunt? Did you fly? Did you drive? If you were successful how did you transport head/meat? Thanks if anyone can comment.

Yes, not too far from Lewistown. At $4 a gallon I could get up there for less than $300 one way, probably less as *hopefully* fuel prices this fall will stay where they are now. I did check a flight from Mesa to Billings on Allegiant...less than $200 roundtrip. Hard to argue with that but as akaspecials pointed out I really need to research cargo/head costs, plus a truck rental, etc. because it might not really be cheaper when everything is said and done.

Incredibly valuable information, thanks for sharing. Personally I wouldn't try to butcher an elk on my own. If I had a friend with me I might, but in my experience that type of task, which should be pure joy, turns to stress and hard work when you are by yourself. Ditto that on packing an elk out of the field solo, but I may have just signed myself up for that one I'm fortunate to have employment that allows me to work "remote," so I may actually drive up there, try to rent a shack somewhere in my unit for a month and just takes days off here and there to hunt. I may also try to coordinate driving up there with another member from here who has a guided hunt. My last resort would be an airplane, but it might be the only way to do it if other factors come into play with life and work. Thanks again to everyone who replied. As the planning progresses I'll share my experience.