A thing to keep in mind is if you ever want to hunt states like Idaho make sure you can convert it to do so. I have a cva accura and I think it cost like $25 to swap the plug and pin to make it ID legal.
A canvas wall tent will be warmer and have less condensation due to the breathability of the canvas. I run a 12x14 Montana and it is great for 3 people but gets a little tight with 4 cots and the stove. The poly/nylon tents will be lighter but not as durable and will suffer from condensation...
Topgun I sent you an email.
Thanks for all the information guys! I'll make sure I bring my chains and winch. Since I'm going solo I will stay in my truck bed and topper. Then wherever I end up that day will be home for the night.
npaden I would be very happy with a buck like that.
Well I was lucky enough to draw a NM 2b late rifle (nov3-7) tag. I have never hunted in NM and had a couple of questions for guys familar with the area.
I have read that there are a number of gated roads. Would it be worth while to bring my mountain bike to access the roads?
Given that it...
Tmvikings,
If you get up this way at all, just PM me and you can try out one of our EXO's. We even got some "mountains" to get a good feel for the pack. With packs try and many as you can and buy the best you can afford.
Look at the detailed draw odds spread sheet on MTFWP website. It shows last years odds per point level. While it really doesn't reflect true odds it shows how many applied and drew with each point level.
I have two lefty MRC rifles. A alr 300wm and a x2 270wsm. The x2 I ordered in oct of 15 and took 7 months to get. Got the ALR off GB. Both rifles shoot lights out. The ALR is the prettiest gun around. The alr has an issue with bouncing the brass off the scope side focus. The giant...
Check the Nat Forest MVUM maps. Onx has them in the national layer or better yet get them on the avenza maps app. That will tell you what roads are open to what travel at what dates.
Fed 210 primers for the 708, 215's for the 7mmMag.
RL-19, IMR 4350, H414 for the 708 depending on bullet weight,
7828ssc, RL26 Magpro for the 7mm mag
I don't load for an 06.