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Ryder Becker
Ryder Becker Westcliffe, Colorado
Ryder Becker
Ryder Becker Westcliffe, Colorado

Colorado Rifle Seasons Elk

Public Land elk hunting in Colorado can be one of the hardest and most demanding elk hunts a hunter can face. The weather in Colorado can change in an instant. Being prepared for all types of conditions will certainly make your elk hunt more enjoyable and possibly more successful. Below you'll find some of my gear recommendations for your next trip to Elk Country.

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Optics

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Good optics are one of the most essential pieces of gear for a successful elk hunt. I've had a lot of success with the following products:

Maven C1 10X42 mm ED Binocular
Maven C1 10X42 mm ED Binocular
Great glass for a fraction of the cost compared to other brands in the same category. I'd like to move into some of their B Series line products in the future but haven't yet because the C series hasn't let me down yet.
Kuiu Pro Bino Harness
Kuiu Pro Bino Harness
I have been running this bino harness for a few years. I'd recommend their new Pro Bino Harness model. My only complaints about this harness were solved with the new model.
RAZOR® HD 22-48X65 (STRAIGHT)
RAZOR® HD 22-48X65 (STRAIGHT)
Vortex Optics
This is a great scope. Clear, and not overly heavy.
“Great Spotter”
SLIK Pro CF-733 3-Section 65.5" Carbon Fiber Tripod
SLIK Pro CF-733 3-Section 65.5" Carbon Fiber Tripod
Highly recommend this set up. Easy to make minor adjustments for fine panning.
RAZOR™ HD 4000
RAZOR™ HD 4000
Vortex Optics
Universal 'Lollipop' Phone Case
Universal 'Lollipop' Phone Case
Phone Skope
Swarovski ATX/STX Optic Adapter C3-023-i
Swarovski ATX/STX Optic Adapter C3-023-i
Phone Skope

Backpacks & Gear

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Backpack/ Pack Frame

Kuiu PRO Bag 7800
Kuiu PRO Bag 7800
Kuiu PRO HUNTING PACK KIT 7800
Kuiu PRO HUNTING PACK KIT 7800

Knives

3.5" RazorLite™ EDC
3.5" RazorLite™ EDC
Outdoor Edge

Hydration

Nalgene Sustain Tritan BPA-Free Water Bottle
Nalgene Sustain Tritan BPA-Free Water Bottle
Platypus Hoser Ultralight Taste-Free Water Reservoir
Platypus Hoser Ultralight Taste-Free Water Reservoir

Headlamp

Energizer LED Headlamp
Energizer LED Headlamp
I always make sure my headlamp has a red light.

GPS

Elite Hunt Membership
Elite Hunt Membership
onX Hunt & onX Fish

Game Bags

KUIU Boned-Out Game Bag
KUIU Boned-Out Game Bag
KUIU Quarter Game Bag- Medium
KUIU Quarter Game Bag- Medium
KUIU Quarter Game Bag- Large
KUIU Quarter Game Bag- Large

Gear Accessories

Calls

Rocky Mountain Elk 101 Diaphragm Call- 3 pack
Rocky Mountain Elk 101 Diaphragm Call- 3 pack
Rocky Mountain Hunting Calls 141 Rogue Bugle Tube
Rocky Mountain Hunting Calls 141 Rogue Bugle Tube
35 Sheets Moleskin Tape Moleskin Adhesive Pads
35 Sheets Moleskin Tape Moleskin Adhesive Pads

Camping Equipment

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The Big Agnes sleeping bag and pad system I have works great because of the pad sleeve on the bag. Keeps our bag on the pad all night.

Tent

KUIU Summit Refuge 3 Person Tent Set
KUIU Summit Refuge 3 Person Tent Set
This set includes the tent body rain fly, internal mesh body, footprint, and poles.

Sleeping Bag/ Pad

Big Agnes Anvil Horn (650 DownTek) Sleeping Bag
Big Agnes Anvil Horn (650 DownTek) Sleeping Bag
Big Agnes Insulated Q-Core Deluxe - Air Chamber Sleeping Pad
Big Agnes Insulated Q-Core Deluxe - Air Chamber Sleeping Pad
Black Diamond Alpine Carbon Cork Trekking Poles
Black Diamond Alpine Carbon Cork Trekking Poles

Food & Nutrition

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Supplements

IGNITE TRAIL PACKS
IGNITE TRAIL PACKS
MTN OPS

Snacks/ Bars

Superfood Slam 12 Pack
Superfood Slam 12 Pack
PROBAR

Freeze Dried Meals

Peak Refuel Entree Pack
Peak Refuel Entree Pack

Coffee

Black Rifle Coffee Company Instant Coffee
Black Rifle Coffee Company Instant Coffee

Clothing

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Kuiu Hunting Apparel is top notch. Wouldn't wear any other brand. Would like to upgrade to their rain gear at some point in the near future.

Baselayers

KUIU ULTRA Merino 145 Zip-T Hunting Shirt
KUIU ULTRA Merino 145 Zip-T Hunting Shirt
KUIU ULTRA Merino 145 Zip-Off Bottom
KUIU ULTRA Merino 145 Zip-Off Bottom

Insulation/ Midlayers

KUIU Strongfleece Hybrid 210 Zip-T
KUIU Strongfleece Hybrid 210 Zip-T
KUIU Super Down ULTRA Vest
KUIU Super Down ULTRA Vest

Outerwear/ Jackets

KUIU Guide DCS Jacket
KUIU Guide DCS Jacket
KUIU Super Down PRO Hooded Jacket
KUIU Super Down PRO Hooded Jacket
Blaze Soft Shell Vest
Blaze Soft Shell Vest
Kings Camo
“Quality Blaze Orange Vest”

Pants

KUIU Attack Pant
KUIU Attack Pant
KUIU Axis Hybrid Pant
KUIU Axis Hybrid Pant
KUIU Pro Pant
KUIU Pro Pant

Rain Gear

SITKA Gear Downpour Jacket
SITKA Gear Downpour Jacket
SITKA Gear Men's Downpour Waterproof Hunting Pants
SITKA Gear Men's Downpour Waterproof Hunting Pants

Footwear

MOUNTAIN EXTREME NON-INSULATED
MOUNTAIN EXTREME NON-INSULATED
Kenetrek Boots
FITS Medium Hiker – Crew: Essential Hiking Socks
FITS Medium Hiker – Crew: Essential Hiking Socks
FITS Light Hiker – Crew: Essential Hiking Socks
FITS Light Hiker – Crew: Essential Hiking Socks

Clothing - Accessories

KUIU Northstar Glomitt
KUIU Northstar Glomitt
Outdoor Research Men's Crocodile Gaiters
Outdoor Research Men's Crocodile Gaiters
Stormy Kromer Original Kromer Cap
Stormy Kromer Original Kromer Cap

Firearms

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Bergara B-14 Wilderness HMR Bolt-Action Rifle - .300 PRC
Bergara B-14 Wilderness HMR Bolt-Action Rifle - .300 PRC
Barnes VOR-TX Centerfire Rifle Ammo
Barnes VOR-TX Centerfire Rifle Ammo
300 Win Mag 180 Gr. TTSX BT
CONQUEST V4 6-24x50-old
CONQUEST V4 6-24x50-old
Carl Zeiss Sports Optics
Caldwell Fast Case Gun Cover
Caldwell Fast Case Gun Cover
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