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  1. rsmith

    Back With a Surprise

    What’s up guys?! I have been extremely busy with finishing up my bachelors degree, getting a new job in a extremely unique field, and trying to fit 3D shooting, fishing, and hunting. Oh and also I am doing my first bodybuilding competition in less than 2 weeks in Cleveland that I have been...
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    Bowmar Buck 2018 Ohio Monster

    Surprised no one has posted this yet but if you guys remember the couple that got dropped by Under Armour a couple years ago for legally killing a bear with a spear, Josh and Sarah Bowmar, Josh just killed an absolute monster at their house I believe in Ohio. They have more pictures on their...
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    Arrow selection help for my Halon X

    Hey guys, I’m currently stuck between arrow setups and need help and have a couple questions. My current setup is a Mathews Halon X set 29 inch draw and 60 lbs. Current arrows are Easton Hexx 330 29’ with 75g brass insert, 100g point weight, blazer 7inch wraps, 3 fletch blazer vanes, and factory...
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    FOR SALE Elite Energy 35 29’ 50-60lb $375 TYD bare bow

    Hey guys, I know I haven’t been active for awhile but I have been super busy lately but I recently picked up a new bow and figured it might be time to thin the herd on them. I’m putting up my Elite Energy 35 for sale for $375 TYD. It is a super smooth shooting bow and is dialed in perfectly to...
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    My 10/10/17 buck

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    Good read about killing a smaller buck or doe.

    https://www.bowhunting.com/blog/2017/11/10/small-buck-shaming-quit-making-excuses-shooting-small-buck/
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    Newbie question

    I have a 2 part question for you guys, 1) how often do you guys wash your hunting clothes? I wash mine about once every 3 or 4 sits but I had a small buck get down wind of me today and he busted me. Didn’t blow or anything but put his head up, sniffed, took a few steps and sniffed again then...
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    Crazy close bear hunt

    Was just scrolling through YouTube and came across this. This is absolutely crazy, guy has some balls of steel to shoot a bear that close after it just about ran him over, then he manages to put a perfect follow up shot at 25 yards. Skip to about 8 minutes and watch till 9:30 for the “cool...
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    The reason we can’t talk about gun control

    The reason we can’t talk about “common sense gun laws” is because people don’t know common sense things about guns like this lady https://www.facebook.com/COLIONNOIR/videos/1486676241382128/
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    What would you have done?

    https://www.facebook.com/tammy.underwood.50/videos/10151756543367474/ Idk about you guys but I would have needed a fresh pair of pants after this. Absolutely crazy!
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    Back tension release question

    So any of you guys use or hunt with a back tension release? The more I read and watch podcasts and videos from people like John Dudley and Levi Morgan, the more I feel that shooting back tension is far more beneficial when done properly. Just looking some opinions on shooting it from people who...
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    FOR SALE Winchester SXP black shadow edition 12g 28” $275

    I hate to do this but I need the money for school more than I need the gun. I’m selling my like new Winchester SXP black shadow edition 12g with a 28 inch barrel. I have the factory box and paperwork, factory chokes plus Improved Modified choke, Primos Jellyhead choke, and a bunch of ammo to go...
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    Bow setup dialed in

    Well guys, since March I have been researching and testing new setups and have finally found one that works perfect for me and is tuned to a T. My bow is a 2014 Elite E35 set at 56lbs with a 29 inch draw. The bow is amazing to shoot in my opinion. It is dead in the hand and holds rock solid on...
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    FOR SALE Benelli Nova 20g like new

    Hey guys. In a pinch and need some money so I'm putting up for sale my Benelli Nova 20g. It has the Mossy oak pink camo sticker wrap over top of the black finish. It litterly has been shot 6 times and clean and put in the safe. Girlfriend just don't reall like it and wants a hangun instead. Paid...
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    What's your ccw of choice?

    I have recently been looking into getting my ccw, just turned 21 a couple months ago and was curious as to what ever one else was carrying. I am looking for something that is a nice carrying gun and also a home defence so maybe a 9mm or 40. I have a Springfield 1911 as well but that is to big...
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    Deer tracking Tips, Tricks, and Tactics.

    After the thread popping up about trying to get a tracking dog I sat and thought to myself what I would do. I then realized every deer I have shot, only 2 so far, went less than 60 yards and fell down. The other deer I have helped track, 5 deer so far, have all be almost the same with the...
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    WTB Bow stabilizer

    Hey guys, I'm looking to buy a 10-12 inch stabilizer for my bow. Looking to get into something a little longer and maybe a little heavier to see if it improves my shooting at longer distances. Really looking for a B-stinger pro hunter maxx but I'll be consider almost anything. Thanks
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    My 2016 Doe Kill

    Most people don't do write ups on does, usually large bucks that mean something special to them, but this doe is very special for me. Hunting season last year was not easy for me by any means, I didn't have any good bucks coming in, only had 1 fawn coming in, and it just seemed like everything...
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    Where to shoot a deer

    Deer and Deer Hunting just posted this on there YouTube page. I thought I would share this as a refresher for some and a learning experience for others. He doesn't bring up a good point about the blood loss which I thought was pretty fascinating. Enjoy and please add anything you may find useful...
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    Broadhead recommendation, what are you shooting?

    Well as I didnt want to hijack the arrow thread I figured I would start my own. I have been looking at new broadheads for this year as I just dont feel comfortable with the heads I have right now for whatever reason. I have Easton Injexion arrows weighing in around 425 grains, but I am forced to...