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    15 minutes ago, Coues Archer said:

    Hey metau,

    How Much blackhorn 209 powder can the stock RUML handle? Do I absolutely need an arrowhead breech plug to shoot BH209??

    BH209 is not an approved powder for the 700 UML, because of the gas cutting issue. When I was looking into getting mine, I found a few reports of cutting happening inside of 50 shots, with accuracy going to shoot immediately afterwards.  I do not have the conversion in front of me, but i believe 120gr by weight of BH209 is equal to a 200gr by volume charge of black powder, which is the max load for the 700 UML.

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    5 hours ago, recurveman said:

    I normally carry a #80 braid spinning rod that I put a #40-60 floro leader on so I can cast.   It is a bad butt setup and just for this type of action.    You can throw a chunk of iron so far it would take the rest of the day to reel it back in.  

    I also started bringing a 9' rod that has #100 braid that I put a #60 leader on.    This rod will also cast plenty far when needed.    The biggest problem is these combinations are the last few you need for your arsenal.   Normally these are rods 7 and 8.   Funny thing is I catch most of my fish on the two rods that I posted about.    

    Glad you got into some action.    This sport has cost me so much money I can't even begin to tell you...........I just wish I had more money to spend.    This is a very addicting sport.   

    Had that exact setup on a 8' spinning rod that I caught the BFT on, specifically for that task. Issue was they were going under 100 yards out, and with anything heavy enough to cast that far, it shut them down the moment it hit the water (with very few exceptions). Definitely learned a ton on this trip, and plan on having a 9' (or longer) casting rod set up for this next year to chuck the lightweight stuff out there far enough. And let's just not discuss the cost of this hobby...(already looking at getting my own CC).

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    Cannot go wrong with the RUML. If you plan on shooting BH209, then you need to get Levi's breech plug. I have no issues with the accuracy of my factory barrel, and that is with shooting 300gr SST's. Picked up some Fury Star Tip 2's and will be working up a load for those. If you do replace the barrel, look at going to a 375 caliber smokepole. Levi can line you out on all you need to know in that regards as well. 

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    I'll be on the Constitution for that weekend, if you are looking to carpool or want to talk coues hunting back home while moving spots. BFT is tough no matter what, but every report I am hearing points to more fish in the water than anyone has seen in our lifetime. It is just a matter of getting on a school that wants to play and having the gear to play ball with them.

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    I've gone through several chairs, including the walkstool, and have been using a legless chair similar to the REI Trail Chair for about 6 years now. I like it because the side straps help provide back support, which is an issue for me with backless tripod style chairs. The fact it is a half pound lighter, or more, than all the tripod chairs is an added bonus.

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    Used my 455 Rancher w/20" bar to cut over a dozen cords of wood each of the 3 years I lived in Gunnison, CO. Never had any issues, just adjusted for elevation changes and normal maintenance. Never owned a Stihl so I cannot compare, so cannot compare the two, but I know a ton of folks who run them. Solid bet either way.

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    I have had an electric smoker, 3 different offset box smokers, a WSM barrel smoker, and a Traeger pellet smoker. I am currently looking to move into either a MAK 1 star or Yoder YS640 pellet smoker. Enjoyed nothing about the electric smoker. Loved the smoke flavors of the box smokers (especially when I had my property and own supply of mesquite), but I messed up many of my longer smokes due to not waking up often enough to maintain the temp. The barrel smoker and Traeger were both smaller than I wanted, but I love the ease of using a pellet smoker, hence why I am looking for a MAK or Yoder. I still have my weber gas grill for searing and grilling, and should I ever decide to get rid of it, would likely just get a hibachi.

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    I went out on the El Dorado out of Long Beach this past weekend, all the way out to Tanner Bank on a 1-day trip. Tons of whitefish and rockfish, but only two YT and two Bonito, Itching bad to head down to San Diego next week.

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