So I have an elk b tag for the 411, 511, and 530 zones (MT). I have been doing my e-scouting and have been out hiking around the country some already (unit 530), with plans for an overnighter next week, and maybe hanging a few cameras. My goal is to get some elk meat in the freezer early this...
Weight all your gear, food, and water you will be carrying in when you start your hunt. I would aim for a training weight of 10 pounds over that. If needed, work up to that weight.
Train 2-3 days a week if you can, going up the biggest hill you can find. Listen to your body and push yourself...
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Do we know if Howa will have these available before next season (2020)?
I feel if they were trying to have them available for this year's season, we would already be seeing them in stores.
I would get a get tow strap over a chain. I used to belong to a off road club and chains were not allowed. I have witnessed first hand the damage a chain can do when it breaks while under tension. A good strap will be stronger, cheaper, and lighter then a recovery chain. Just be mindful of what...
I have an older pair of pronghorns (7+ years iirc). No leaks, comfortable, but very slippery on snow.
I will be replacing them with another brand soon. I just feel that there is a lot better options available now.