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Looking for Oct Elk hunting clothing #6932309
07/17/20 12:49 AM
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Mr. Ed Offline OP
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I am taking my 28 yr old son on his first Elk hunt this October. I have clothing from Cabelas that I am happy with that I have had for years. Now since Bass pro has taken over it is mostly redhead clothing. Not sure on what he should get but also do not want to break the bank since hear in NY we wear insulated camo coveralls in treestands and out there we will be on horses. Any suggestions on the Bass pro or similar ?

Re: Looking for Oct Elk hunting clothing [Re: Mr. Ed] #6932315
07/17/20 12:59 AM
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Man , I hope you guys have a great time. You don't need the fancy high dollar crap. Just bring enough to layer up depending on temps . A decent pair of boots , even work boots with about 400 grams of thinsulate . Mink oil them up. Some cheap gloves for cold mornings .

Take lots of pictures


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Re: Looking for Oct Elk hunting clothing [Re: Mr. Ed] #6932317
07/17/20 01:08 AM
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Mr. Ed Offline OP
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I hear you on the hi-end stuff. Since Cabelas has sold out to Bass pro it seems to have gone down hill in variety. We mostly hunt tree stands at home so movement is not much of an issue. I have been on 3 hunts so far so I am good on what to bring. Can't find decent stuff for him. maybe too early in summer to look ? Nothing out yet maybe ?

Re: Looking for Oct Elk hunting clothing [Re: Mr. Ed] #6932318
07/17/20 01:08 AM
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I second antigov. Neighbor shot a moose in his undies last year...be it lucky to have one right out the back door.
Cousin has about 2k into his gear and has only taken 2 elk in 10 years..he swears by his copper cloth.

Re: Looking for Oct Elk hunting clothing [Re: Mr. Ed] #6932384
07/17/20 07:23 AM
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Layers. Under Armour type stuff. No cotton, Water proof. Stayin dry is all it is cracked up to be.
I bought most of mine at Farm+fleet, Lands End, Duluth trading.

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Re: Looking for Oct Elk hunting clothing [Re: Mr. Ed] #6932397
07/17/20 07:37 AM
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No special clothing as far as camo etc.. Layer clothing of our choice to stay warm, dry and comfortable temperature for you is all you really need. I hunt them in jeans and what ever outwear I grab that day.


Give me a fish, I will eat for a day. Teach me to fish, I will eat for a lifetime
Re: Looking for Oct Elk hunting clothing [Re: Mr. Ed] #6932408
07/17/20 07:45 AM
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Which state?


NRALIFER,PRPA LIFER,HUNTER,FURTAKER
Re: Looking for Oct Elk hunting clothing [Re: Mr. Ed] #6932418
07/17/20 07:59 AM
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Always love the hunting shows where the host goes decked out in all his/hers sponsor’s scent lock mossy tree camo head to foot. While the guide is in jeans and flannel shirt.

Re: Looking for Oct Elk hunting clothing [Re: Mr. Ed] #6932423
07/17/20 08:03 AM
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Go to Rokslide.com. it's dedicated to that kind of hunting.


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Re: Looking for Oct Elk hunting clothing [Re: Mr. Ed] #6932429
07/17/20 08:15 AM
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You can wear jeans and flannel and get the job done. It just depends on how comfortable you want to be while you're doing it. Some outdoor clothing is overpriced, some is not. S&P is correct, Rockslide is a good resource.

I would do your research and then start looking around for a good deal. https://www.sierra.com is a good place to start.

ol'dad


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Re: Looking for Oct Elk hunting clothing [Re: GROUSEWIT] #6933502
07/18/20 01:24 AM
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Originally Posted by GROUSEWIT
Which state?


Wyoming, SE of Yellowstone.

Re: Looking for Oct Elk hunting clothing [Re: Mr. Ed] #6933560
07/18/20 07:09 AM
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Need layers cause its 30 deg in morn and 70 in afternoon!!!


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Re: Looking for Oct Elk hunting clothing [Re: Mr. Ed] #6933586
07/18/20 07:51 AM
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I don't hunt with sticks and stones but I'm a natural gear camo fan for hunting coyotes they make a variety to choose from that I feel is worth taking a look at.

I'm sure your aware of this already but there's a few grizzly bears in that area from time to time so be mindful and have a great time ! Take a bunch of pictures !
Allan


Re: Looking for Oct Elk hunting clothing [Re: Mr. Ed] #6933633
07/18/20 08:54 AM
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I wear the same stuff I wear trapping. Bank on wool if it's going to be nasty weather wise. I just laugh at all the dummies in kuiu, first lite type stuff. Most of those guys are worse than women when it comes to fashion needs.

Re: Looking for Oct Elk hunting clothing [Re: GROUSEWIT] #6933674
07/18/20 09:57 AM
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Originally Posted by GROUSEWIT
Need layers cause its 30 deg in morn and 70 in afternoon!!!



Perfect t-shirt weather, with breathable rain gear.

Re: Looking for Oct Elk hunting clothing [Re: snowy] #6933695
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Originally Posted by snowy
No special clothing as far as camo etc.. Layer clothing of our choice to stay warm, dry and comfortable temperature for you is all you really need. I hunt them in jeans and what ever outwear I grab that day.

X2

Re: Looking for Oct Elk hunting clothing [Re: Mr. Ed] #6933737
07/18/20 11:10 AM
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Be prepared for anything. Last year on my Colorado elk hunt we got 2 1/2 feet of snow which made it difficult. We weren't as prepared as we should have been and it cost us a couple days of hunting.

I had a cheap set of redhead raingear that worked well for keeping my legs dry trudging through the thigh deep snow. I had to duct tape the bottom of the pants to my boots to keep out the snow but other than that I was good.


Re: Looking for Oct Elk hunting clothing [Re: Jackdale] #6933748
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Originally Posted by Jackdale
I wear the same stuff I wear trapping. Bank on wool if it's going to be nasty weather wise. I just laugh at all the dummies in kuiu, first lite type stuff. Most of those guys are worse than women when it comes to fashion needs.


Those guys nicknames are "showcase". Lol


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Re: Looking for Oct Elk hunting clothing [Re: Mr. Ed] #6933756
07/18/20 11:36 AM
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I would never pay for the high dollar stuff, personally but,, I was given a pair of Sitka pants 2 trapping seasons ago, and they are Nice and durable !! This year for my birthday, my wife got me a pair of kuie (sp). Haven’t tried them yet, so no reports. I’m sure they’ll be fine. Still use the layer system. C-O-L-D

Re: Looking for Oct Elk hunting clothing [Re: Mr. Ed] #6933951
07/18/20 01:48 PM
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I'm a polypropylene long john under wrangler jeans and a wool shirt and the last layer is natural gear winter camo when hunting coyotes . Deer and elk hunting in deep snow or wet conditions I get out the wool pants and coat .

I also believe in layers during the fall winter and spring .


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