Gear & PAcking Articles
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Gear & Packing
Choosing the Right Rifle for Mountain Hunting
Every hunter has an opinion on the perfect rifle. After years guiding elk and moose hunts, we’ve learned that success rarely comes from bigger magnums or more complicated equipment. Instead, it comes from carrying a rifle you trust, shoot confidently, and can rely on when the moment finally arrives.
June 29, 2026
Gear & Packing
Mountain Tough – Real Fitness for Real Hunters
You don’t need a gym to be mountain-ready. Here’s how to build real strength and stamina the way most hunters actually train — outside, under a pack, and without wasting time on exercises you hate.
August 11, 2025
Gear & Packing
Boots: The One Piece of Gear You Can’t Afford to Screw Up
Forget optics and fancy jackets — bad boots can end your hunt before it begins. After thousands of miles and more blown soles than I can count, here’s what I’ve learned about picking the right boots — and the wrong ones.
June 17, 2025