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It's not the greatest pic, but how many bucks can you see here?

http://www.mountainhouse.com/bkp_fds.cfm These are about as easy as you can get. I'd avoid the hamburger patties meal though

I have an older (1998?) Martin Pro Series compound bow I'd like to trade. The Jaguar is 37" axle to axle, 7" brace height, has dual Z cams at 28". Bow comes with new string, bo-doodle rest, stabilizer, and 4 pin PSE fiber optic site. I also have a release I will throw in. I believe you can get a module to adjust draw length. I'm pretty sure the limbs are 60-70# These specs: http://www.martinarchery.com/bows1998/jagu.html say otherwise, but when I loosened the limbs to a weight my father could draw, they were pretty far out of the pockets and it did not look safe to shoot. I'd like to trade for a 27-29" compound bow with 50-60# limbs. My father is retiring and I would like to get him in to archery, but as I said I just can't get the Jaguar to feel good for him. I'd take cash as well, but I need $125 to offset the cost of a different bow for the old man I'm in Tucson but will be up in PHX this weekend if anyone is interested.

I have both...and the Outdoorsman adapter is sweet, but not 3x or 4x's the money sweet. They both offer a good, stable platform off a tripod and they both make it really easy to disconnect your optics and get on the move in a hurry. You'll be happy with the Unidaptor.

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I have a new, unopened 6 pack of Trophy Ridge/Rocket Aeroheads F3 75 grain Broad Heads. 1 1/8" cutting diameter/.036" bacon skinner blades. Might be good for a kids set up or for someone with an ultra light arrow set up. $15 or trade for a set of Limbsavers or some other equal priced archery equipment. I'm in Tucson.

Sorry about your predicament. I'm not overly familiar with the X-Force as I've only seen them and never shot one...but I might suggest an Alpine Archery 5 arrow Soft-Loc quiver. Its base mounts to the site as a detachable one piece quiver. They are pretty money...but I can see your need for a 2 piece with the long risers on the X-Force. If no one else chimes in consider the Alpine. Here is more or less how it would look: http://www.huntersfriend.com/2008_PSE_X-Fo...force-jumbo.jpg

How big is your target and how fast is your bow? If your target is small and your bow is anemic it's a recipe for disaster. I think going from little to big is a good approach for most things in life...but it is a cool question and I've never considered looking at the bigger picture in a small window when it comes to "tuning" in archery...which is wild because that is what every shot comes down to in the field. What are you trying to achieve/learn by tuning your bow this way? I'm curious because I might try it tomorrow

Just this cheesy one of me with another 12 ring.

I had a great time as well...wonderful scenery with some challenging shots. I have never turned in a scorecard and doubt I ever will, but I am curious: is there an IBO standard for guys who compete regularly? 320 out of 360? Less? More?

You might also consider the Nikon Monarch in 3.5-12x42 with the BDC reticle. I have one on a .300 WSM and it does the job. For what's worth, I have a VX-II 3-9x40 with the LR reticle on another rifle and side by side with the Nikon I would give the Leupold the edge for clarity at dusk, but the BDC reticle on the Nikon is more intuitive for my eyes and I feel more comfortable with it at long distances. I looked at several scopes/reticles in the $400 and below range about a year ago and decided the Nikon suited my needs, mostly because it had good eye relief and I liked their BDC reticle the best for hunting scenarios. I have a friend with the VX-III 6-18x40 and a varmint hunters reticle and he loves it. You do see those for sale used at a good price on occasion too.

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Thanks for the tip...nifty store.

For those familiar with the Docter 15x, what do you use to mount them on a tri-pod? Webster's? Do they have a threaded adapter mount?

No one ever talks about Darton, so I'll give them some love. Here's my 2009 PRO 2500 It's about 34" axle to axle, 7" BH, 65# @ 27" and very fast, accurate, quite. Currently, I've got a Tru Glo Extreme 7 pin site, Alpine 5 arrow Soft-Loc quiver, and a Trophy Taker Pronghorn rest set up on it.

Thanks for a great pack!

Been shooting a Trophy Taker Pronghorn for a few years, no issues ever accept if you shoot a lot eventually the cord/string attached to the bow string/rest will wear out and need to be replaced...

Seems odd...but I'm pretty sure those hunts have mandatory physical check-ins, so it might be right?

+1 for 4831sc I've also had positive experiences with Winchester 760 powder. 54.5 grains was the nexus of velocity and accuracy for 130 grain Nosler BT bullets in my gun.

Fished up high yesterday/this evening...river was a little fast and a little high but color was great and it was by no means unfishable...but it was slow for me and everyone else I spoke to. Managed a few 12-14" rainbows on hardware and nymphs. No smallies, although typically the areas I fish are 50/50 trout/bass.

Anyone ever hiked in to the headwaters of the Gila River? A little online research says it is about a 30 miles round trip from the national forest trail head north of Silver City...but a little advice from anyone who has done the trip would be greatly appreciated.

Anyone fished it in the last few weeks? I want to go up high...T.O.D. ish, flows look to be alright...325 FPS or so, anyone been up there? How severe was last weekends storm?

Put about 40 TSX's down my .300 WSM...I honestly have not noticed any more fouling than normal...I also use Shooter's Choice solvent. I'm not sure if they have a published manual out, but here is their online .25-06 load data: http://www.barnesbullets.com/images/25-06RemingtonWeb.pdf

Thanks for the tips guy! Jeff: I'm pretty sure I can utilize the UofA library to find good books on the wilderness, or our local map store, thanks for offering. Kevin: Is the Cliff Dwellings center the best place to start most hikes to the headwaters? Personally, I'd be most interested in the best fork for fishing...I always pack in my 4 wt. rod. More than likely our party will be two couples, all experienced backpackers, and we will have 2-3 nights to devote to the trail. I think we would all like to get as close to the source of the river as possible...I looked at the FS website and it referenced Trail 151 along the West Fork. If you know the other numbers of trails I'd appreciate it. I will try to contact a ranger later this week. Adam

I am selling a NIB, unfired Rock River Arms .223/5.56 lower receiver and a NIB Rock River Arms 2 stage triggers parts kits. They are $170 and $180 on the RRA arms website...and my guess is the wait on a lower reciever is at least 6 months... Price is $330 for both. I have two new, never used 30 round mags with green followers I will throw in for another $20 (or sell separately for $15 each). All AR stuff SPF I also have a Cabela's Alaskan Guide 4.5-14x50 Side Focus Scope for sale. Scope is in great condition, minor ring wear, used only at the range, duplex reticle, 1" tube. $135