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  2. Gps help

    in GPS and Navigation

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    I can't bring myself to trust electronic compasses...  I think they rely on you walking for a bit before they really know which way is which - but that might be total crap.  I haven't read enough to know for sure because I don't trust them :)

    Old fashioned is the way there I reckon

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  4. Satellite phone

    in Communications and UHFs

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    Welcome back, stranger!

    i thought the iridium network was going to get splashed (literally) years ago?  Someone must have thrown some cash at it and saved them?

    i used to visit a website that told you when and where to look for "iridium flares" which was when the sun was reflected off the solar panels of the iridium satellites into your location. Might have to refind it. 

  9. Overnight backpack hunting

    in Boots, Clothing and Backpacks

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    Get as much good advice as you can then sort through it and decide what you think will work for you and what won't.

    For your trips, start out "adventurous" but safe and work up from there.  That'll give you time to get used to the gear and also understand your own limits and preferences.

    Decide if you want a fun time or a challenging time or a hard time or a combination of all and design your trips around that.  Make sure that "fun" makes a big part of it ;)

    Don't overthink it! :)

    And finally, tell us your stories when you get home!!

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  10. Bino Packs

    in Binoculars, Spotting scopes and Rangefinders

    Posted

    1 hour ago, ben338 said:

    How do you fibd the tension free glassing on the s4?

    The tension on a standard harness seems to help with keening the binos steady.

    I had a cheaper version before the S4 and the tension was so high that keeping the glasses at eye level was a real fight so fatigue/shaking became an issue after a minute or so. Maybe I have a weird shaped head? (Shuddup all of you). 

    Dont have the same problem with the S4. I can't remember if you can adjust it to be tighter 'cause I've never been tempted. I'd assume there would be a way - just make some straps shorter. 

  13. Internal firearm storage.

    in Gun Safes and Cases

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    Maybe use a central locking kit from a car to drive locking bolts? Dunno what happens if the power goes out :)  But having a remote control to open your safe door would be cool!  You could use a second button to start the motor under the lazy susan!!

    Other than that, butchering a std safe door is the only other thing I can think of. 

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  21. Hunting Torches

    in Spotlights and Torches

    Posted

    +1 on the solarforce gear.

    I haven't compared their stuff with Olight though.

    One thing to remember is that LED technology is moving so quickly that whatever you buy today, is probably going to be superseded in a month! So don't overthink your purchase because there are amazing torches available - but definitely do some research.

    Questions to ask yourself:

    - what range do I need/want?

    - do I want spot or spread or both?

    - rechargeable batteries or throw always (I'd recommend 18650 rechargeables)

    - what colour(s) - white, red, green?

    - is a modular design important to you (i.e., can you swap out heads, switches, bodies and/or other features)?

    - what size torch?

    - dedicated shooting torch or multi-use?

    - and, of course, budget!!

    On batteries, you need to budget these in if you go rechargeable as you'll need a few and you'll also need a recharger. I'd again recommend the 18650s but buy them from a reputable source because there are rip offs out there claiming massive outputs to suck people in...

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