Red Rabbit

Giving y'all a heads up on a new binocular harness system that I really like. It is the Bino Manager by IPI. Comfortable, very little bounce even with my heavy Leica Duovids. Lean over and the binos do not swing out from the body. No tension when lifting the binos up to view. The straps over the shoulder are 2" wide neoprene. THe element shield will be great to keep rain and dust off the lenses. I had the Crooked Horn Bino System, but the elastic straps bounced too much and the buckles slipped. Went to the Hang Tight Harness System, which were like suspenders and much better than the Crooked Horns for comfort with heavier binos, but did not work well with jackets. But these IPI Bino Managers! I purchased mine through http://www.above-timberline.com/binocular%20accessories.htm for a few dollars more than the Crooked Horns cost. Sportsmans Warehouse may also carry them. Doug~RR

Usually I cut, trim and wrap my own steaks, roasts and chili meat. I take the other cleaned and trimmed meat in to have burger, salami and polish sausage made. RR

Jon, Welcome. http://www.azgfd.gov/h_f/hunting_units.shtml In 17, I would try looking west of Camp Wood to the Baca Float Doug~RR

Kade, Can you share the story of the hunt with your dad? I like the effect of the black & white pics (not that a 113 needs any help). Doug~RR

Has anyone used a rock bag hung from the center post, or attached to the legs like shown here? http://www.dickblick.com/zz528/05/ http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/5400...lity_Apron.html I had a small, light SLIK tripod with a plastic head (U-100?) and most of the vibration seen in the spotting scope came from the flex in the head. Doug~RR

His articles in Arizona Wildlfe Sportsman lead me to a few destinations here in Arizona. I am sure many were lead by his words. http://www.azcentral.com/arizonarepublic/s...chobit1006.html

Don't forget to register for the coues buck contest, since you will be using a bullet . http://forums.coueswhitetail.com/forums/in...?showtopic=6293

I suspect they will be just fine on a cow elk. Is the 139 IB what you are loaded and sighted in for now? A good friend has used regular 130 coreloks from his 270 on many elk. Doug~RR

1) AZ Spring Hunt apps are due this Tuesday, Oct 9 by 7PM for turkey, bear, javelina and bison. No internet apps. 2) CWT.com Buck Contest registration ends Oct 15. http://forums.coueswhitetail.com/forums/in...?showtopic=6293

I was looking at how the rankings are given. It's based on "unique" hits per day- ie a different person, ISP addy, visitng the site. Multple visits daily by the same person do not increase the rating. RR

Glad to see he has drawn some tags and made GOOD use of them. Does he have a coues tag this year?

Is this the Gene you are referring to? http://members.aol.com/genesammo/gca_rifle_ammo_prices.htm

You could add some weight tubes inside the carbon shafts to help absorb more of the bows energy. Depending on target, penetration from my 55# longbow was but a few inches also using field points. Doug~RR

David, Have not heard, but I have been out of the 11M loop lately. Doug

Have a fun hunt this weekend.

http://www.superiorammo.com/index.html http://www.nosler.com/index.php?p=11&b=3/&s=88 Lark is loading for the 264, but do not know if he would for others

Gabe, I sent Casey a map with red circle on it. I looked on google earth and saw this monster buck. Everytime I check google earth, he is in the same spot , so I guess Casey has him tied to a tree for you Doug

Here is my master list: Hunting Daypack Checklist GAME DRESSING __ knife __ caping knife __ sierra saw __ sharpening stone __ latex gloves __ nylon cord __ trash compactor bags OPTICS __ binos __ bino harness __ tripod __ tripod adapter __ lens cloth packets __ lens brush __ digital camera __ extra camera battery __ range finder __ black head cloth/drape FIRST AID KIT __ aspirin __ vicoden __ decongestant __ Benedryl __ TUMS __ Kaopectate tablets __ scissors __ tweezers __ comb __ band-aids __ wrap __ needle and thread __ gauze __ tape __ super glue __ mirror __ molefoam/moleskin __ + 2.5 reading glasses EMERGENCY __ space blanket __ matches __ Bic lighter __ fuel tabs MISCELLANEOUS __ cell phone __ topo map __ GPS __ compass __ headlamp __ Luxeon flashlight __ foam seat __ extra lashing straps __ FRS radios __ hiking staff __ TP __ Wet Ones __ chapstick __ extra batteries __ license and tag CLOTHES __ rain jacket __ rain pants __ extra socks SHOOTING __ rifle __ sling __ shooting sticks __ ammo pouch __ Al rod, jag w/ patches __ electrical tape ARCHERY __ bow __ release __ Allen wrench set __ Balcon sling __ Bear feet FOOD __ water __ Cytomax/Gatorade __ lunch __ snacks __ gum

Gabe, Breaking in the new rifle well I see. Looks like ya got one of the young ones to answer the call; helping the speedgoats out on the mesa. Has Casey told you of that 117 up Penasco Canyon? Doug~RR

Welcome, a search found this past thread. http://forums.coueswhitetail.com/forums/in...1&hl=cabeza Also do a search for "skeleton canyon" and it will turn up several threads on 30A

If you want to enter the contest, please PM me the following info by Oct 15: Member name/handle Name Telephone number E-mail address Mailing/shipping address Thanks, Doug~RR

Brian, That IS a trophy forky. I am sure Casey will be happy to unload his magazine at him . That other dink in the upper pic might suffice for the rest of us meat hunters . Doug~RR

Have you been seeing lotsa mearns, scalies or gambels?

curmudgeon-a crusty, ill-tempered, set in his ways, and usually old man

DUG, I suspect the aspens will be turning on the north rim and you both may enjoy a quick trip in to the park to enjoy the color-rimmed vistas this weekend. RR