Eastern Oregon Rifle Elk

Optics

I chose and continue to use the following gear not based on popularity or status but because each passed my test of whether it gave me a measurable advantage on the mountain. Some are simple and inexpensive and some are not. Price really doesn't get factored into my gear it's more about functionality, durability, and benefit of use. This list is ever-changing just like yours. I'll update as I find things that work better for me.

Binos/Range Finder

Geovid 10x42 3200.COM

“Great tool!”

Bino Harness

I use the Sitka Gear Bino Bivy which unfortunately has been discontinued but is now replaced by the Mountain Optics Harness.

SITKA Gear Mountain Optics Big Game Camo Hunting Harness

Spotting Scope

Swarovski BTX 65 and ATX 95

Swarovski BTX Eyepiece Module

Swarovski Modular Objective 65 mm

Swarovski ATX Eyepiece Module

Swarovski Modular Objective 95 mm

Tripod

Leupold Pro Guide CF-436 Tripod Kit

Other

S1 SPOTTING SCOPE ADAPTER-S1

“Game Changing!”

MAGVIEW PHONE PLATE

Backpacks & Gear

The gear in this section has changed a lot over the years but this is where I'm at currently. Been using the same stuff for the past 5 years or so and don't see anything out there that is making me question these choices.

Backpack/ Pack Frame

Metcalf

I use a Mystery Ranch Metcalf for multi-day trips.

Eberlestock Mainframe Pack

My guiding and day hunt pack is an Eberlestock F1 mainframe with batwing pockets and a couple of molle pockets.

Knives

RazorLite™

Always sharp! It is also super lightweight.

Havalon Piranta-Edge

Hydration

Eberlestock 100 oz./ 3 Liter Hydration System

Headlamp

Black Diamond Storm 400 Headlamp

Flashlight

PD36R Rechargeable Flashlight

GPS

Elite Hunt Membership

Satellite Messengers

Garmin inReach Mini 2

Safety/ First Aid

MyFAK

Game Bags

KUIU Boned-Out Game Bag

Gear - Accessories

I've used many different brands and have settled on these for now.

Calls

Phelps Game Calls

Trail Cameras

Moultrie Mobile Edge

Camping Equipment

All of these products have functioned well for me for years and continue to still.

Tents

Big Agnes Tents

Kodiak Canvas Tents

Davis Tents

Sleeping Bag

Eberlestock Reveille Sleeping Bag

Sleeping Pad

Static V

Other

Black Diamond Alpine Carbon Cork Trekking Poles

Kahtoola KTS Steel Hiking Crampons

Food & Nutrition

Food on hunts is important. Flavor, volume and variety are probably most important to me. Peak is my go to on trips that require lightweight options.

Peak Refuel Basecamp Bucket

Clothing

I made the switch to First Lite about 5 years ago and have never regretted a purchase yet.

Baselayers

First Lite Men's Kiln Crew

First Lite Men's Furnace Quarter Zip

First Lite Men's Furnace Long John

First Lite Men's Kiln Zip Off Long John

Insulation/ Midlayers

First Lite Men's Brooks Down Sweater

First Lite Men's Wick LS Crew

First Lite Men's Wick Short Sleeve Crew

Outerwear/ Jackets

First Lite Men's Corrugate Guide Jacket

Pants

I use them all and love them.

First Lite Obsidian Merino Pants

First Lite Men's Sawbuck Brush Pant

First Lite Corrugate Foundry Pant

Rain Gear

First Lite Vapor Stormlight Ultralight Rain Jacket

First Lite Boundary Stormtight Pant

Footwear

Lowa Hunter GTX Evo Extreme

First Lite Zero Cold Weather OTC Sock

Clothing - Accessories

Gloves

First Lite Alpine Cold Weather Glove

First Lite Shale Touch Hybrid Glove

Hats/ Beanies

First Lite Tag Cuff Merino Beanie

Other

First Lite Midweight Merino Wool Neck Gaiter

First Lite Brambler Hunting Boot Gaiters

Firearms

Rifle Equipment

Rifle

I built my rifle for myself but also for client hunters who may need to use it.

Remington 700

Remington 700 .300 win mag

Ammunition

Barnes Bullets LRX

Barnes LRX 200gr

Nosler 210GR Accubond Long Range Bullets

Rifle Scope

CONQUEST V4 6-24x50

Bipods/ Shooting Sticks

Harris Engineering S-25 Series S Bipod

Other

Leupold Saddle