Thread: hunting escentuals

I was wondering what are some of the things people take into the bush on a day hunt that they wouldn't go without

for example i take

.243
GPS
A few first aid items (bandage's survival blanket)
knife
water
muesli bars
spear ammo
warm gloves
micro spikes
loo paper

I find a rifle is handy when hunting

But on a more serious note -what are micro spikes?

i thought that was a given but have now edited it
they are like crampons but are alot smaller and easier to use in all conditions
http://cd0.newhiker.com/media/Kahtoola_MICROspikes.jpg

String and something to start a fire with are handy

Originally Posted by Rushy

String and something to start a fire with are handy

I have both rushy do I get bonus points ? . No bick lighter on string around neck , always dry and can't loose .can be used for obvious starting fire , but main use is to use to see where breeze/ wind going in the bush . ( essential in the Roar )

compass
knife
space blanket
2x firelighting methods.

There is lots of crap in my bumbag but thats the essentials.

Those spikes look like they could be handy in Thar country,cant see them making there way into my bum bag tho.

Originally Posted by nork1122

i thought that was a given but have now edited it
they are like crampons but are alot smaller and easier to use in all conditions
http://cd0.newhiker.com/media/Kahtoola_MICROspikes.jpg

Those things look brilliant , are you saying they work on steep tussock etc ?

Originally Posted by nork1122

i thought that was a given but have now edited it
they are like crampons but are alot smaller and easier to use in all conditions
http://cd0.newhiker.com/media/Kahtoola_MICROspikes.jpg

Did you get them in NZ?

Originally Posted by Munsey

I have both rushy do I get bonus points ? .

Yep 50

Insulation tape...tape up twisted ankle, use to hold wound dressing in place, stop gunk entering barrel of rifle, fix up that broken stock, stop buckles and swivels clinking, stop socks sliding down into boots, use to hold gag in place for whinging mates...many many uses...wouldn't be without a roll in by day pouch.

Those micro spikes look useful. Where did you get them? Are they as light and compact as they look?

compass, beanie ( if your not already wearing one) and an extra warm top
the micro spikes look like they could be quite noisey in the bush.

looks like its all covered except for a 'whistle'....a real one! and a small lightweight torch, the SAR helicopter can see a small torch light from 4K away using thermal night vision equipment!

I dont think I would trust those Mirco spikes as they look like they are held on by the rubber bands only...

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