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Thought I'd pass this on: Just saw this email this morning. Looks like 20% off everything, right now. They have Swaro 12x50 EL's for $2300 (all other brands too). Is this a good price? https://www.eagleoptics.com/collections/binoculars/products/swarovski-el-12x50-binocular Dear Eagle Optics Customers and Partners, Eagle Optics has been a sport optics retailer for over 30 years, and has evolved through many big changes. Whether these changes have been in the birding community, in sport optics design, or in the overall marketplace, Eagle Optics has always approached these changes with the customers’ best interest first in mind. In recent years though, it has become ever more challenging to run a specialized sport optics business in the online landscape. With that in mind, the Eagle Optics owners and staff have decided to cease all business operations on Dec 31, 2017. As always, Eagle Optics recognizes that without our customers and partners, we could not have been successful in our support of the birding community and bird conservation these many years. We want to thank you and are eternally grateful for the relationships, partnerships, and community we have built together. As part of ceasing business operations, we are offering exciting sales opportunities. Please visit www.eagleoptics.com for these sales, or call us at 1-800-289-1132. We also understand that you may have questions about this change, and we invite you to visit our information page here for more details or to call us at 1-800-289-1132. Bird On! Kate Fitzmier Eagle Optics Sales Manager (800) 289-1132 (608) 662-1060

I'm not familiar with these new smart TVs, especially 3D. Can you view regular HD format programs, or do they have to be 3D? I'm assuming you can, just 3D capable, right?

The good thing about natural built blinds is you can build two or three around the waterhole/wallow/trail and pick the best one at the time based on wind direction...which is a big deal when sitting on the ground. The risk is, someone may be in it when you show up. The good thing about a pop up blind, it can contain some of your scent, hide movement, but visibility is limited and it may not be there when you show up. Also, with a single pop up, you can't play the wind. If you have the patience, sitting a natural blind can be a great experience...you are more connected to nature/your prey. Tree stands are probably the most effective, but take more preparation and planning. We usually chase bugles all morning and set tree stands/blinds in the evening...gives you a chance to rest up.

Wow! Holy smokes!

The RV storage at Rye is pretty cheap.

Daaang...I'm hungry!

Thats a nice goat. Congrats to your son.

Holy moly!! What a toad!

Thank you all for the advice/recommendations! He will be scouting it this weekend, then heading back up a couple days before the hunt.

^^^ this is the simplest/quickest way to go.

This is what I use with my Samsung S7. I scroll through my pics just to check them out while I have a snack. I swap cards and bring it home for download. I use it on my laptop to download as well. I got it at Sportsmans for $8. http://www.cabelas.com/product/Stealth-Cam-Memory-Card-Viewer-for-Android/2205702.uts?productVariantId=4513125&WT.tsrc=PPC&WT.mc_id=GoogleProductAds&WT.z_mc_id1=04377372&rid=20&gclid=CjwKCAjwxJnNBRAMEiwA8X_-QeFIKuHVYGuSrUGzOJSiFPPlf7cGg3awlREkcoBOp9bB5bz5sG0nLhoCbGMQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

I have a Zodi...larger model. It fits across a double burner Coleman stove. It has copper tubing coiled inside the housing the water runs through. The pump was D-battery operated, but didn't have enough power to push an adequate flow up over 6 feet. So I use a RV pump with alligator clips to a 12v RV battery...very good pressure. It's great because you can turn off the head and the backpressure stops the pump...so you can regulate how much water you use. Only one PROBLEM. When the water stops flowing through the heater coils, pressure builds up and will blow off a hose. So now I recirculate 3 or 4 gallons in a 5 gallon bucket until it is the desired temperature, then turn off the stove. Takes about 15 minutes to heat up a few gallons. Setup time is about 10 minutes. I also use the same 12v battery to light my tent with a 12v trouble light, instead of a lantern.

A couple weeks ago I watched a bear bust a coues doe out of her bed. Seemed like he was hunting her. He ran after her for no more than 50 yards and gave up.

Good price!

I replied to your previous PM.

For pants, on the rifle hunt, I usually wear Carhart double front. Not light weight, and you have to be careful to not get them wet, but very durable and catclaw proof.

REI is having a big sale starting Friday

The kuiu road show semi truck will be in the Phoenix area middle of October, I think. You can try it on and buy. I have some of the kuiu stuff. I'm in Mesa. You can check it out if you want. I'm 5'11" and 170 lbs.

I have set up my 12x12 alaknak by myself several times. Takes 20 to 30 minutes. The time consuming part is driving all the stakes...good workout though. It's worth it for multiple days. The wood stove is nice to have, but I don't use it much. You'll need the roof protector if you use the stove. I also have the vestibule, which adds a lot of room. I also have a kodiak for 1 or 2 days...much easier to set up. They are both great, quality tents.

"And I'm still in the market for a pad...." If you are going with an inflatable, be sure it is insulated. Even a good bag won't work well on an uninsulated air pad...at least not for me. But I sleep kinda cold. If you're only taking one change of cloths, you better have decent rain gear. The technical "mountaineering-type" clothing is best (Kuiu type). It is light weight, wicks away your sweat, and dries fast. Most good stuff has a DWR (water resistant) coating, which works well in light rain. It aint cheap though.

The only experience I have with the new version of PW is my sis-n-law's. Her's is a 2012 I believe. Great truck. Gets around 12mpg. I wish they offered it with a diesel...but apparently there isn't enough room, with the integrated winch...and that would incresse price. I think it is way over capable for what the average hunter needs. You get into stuff it's capable of, you'll probably beat it up. My 2014 Ram diesel handles pretty rough obstacles as is. Regarding the seat comfort, get the luxury package upgrade...it makes a difference. I've never been a dodge fan. This is my first. I must say, I am impressed. Back in 1979 I drove a freinds 1960-something PW for a while. Now that's a piece of impressive machinery...tank, tractor, chuckwagon all in one truck.

That is awesome!! Heck of an accomplishment in a wheelchair! I admire your tenacity.

There is someone on Rokslide looking for these. I have the same and love them. http://www.rokslide.com/forums/rokslide-classifieds/74559-wtb-leica-trinovids-lastest-version.html

Another option....rent. REI rents backpacking equipment for pretty cheap. It's a way to try before you buy.

REI is having a closeout sale.