Great video as always. In the elk woods I'll usually go with a GI poncho and sometimes a poncho liner if I decide to stay for a quick overnight. I Love my Vargo SS and to compliment it I sometimes carry an oz. of Veg oil with little packets of salt pepper. Nothing like fried elk bits.
Hey Clay, great job on your videos. Forget the raingear mate. I use bush shirts from Swandri. Completely waterproof, comfortable, and quiet!! I'll never go back to a rain jacket. Hunt well mate
Hey Clay I'm from northern Nevada and it doesnt rain very much here but when it does its often a violent squall and then its done in 30 minutes or so. this may not work for you up in Idaho but for hunting I have been carrying a Poncho Tarp as rain gear for quite a few years (mine was made by GoLite, which is out of business but plenty of other options out there) and I have been happy with it. It's not breathable, but the nature of a poncho makes it a moot point. Plus I like that I can get my pack and binoculars and everything underneath it and it still hangs down to my knees. It is not however quiet AT ALL. You might like that option because it could also replace the garbage bag you carry as an emergency shelter and pull double duty for you, mine packs down to about that size.
Mr. Hayes, as for a suggestion on rain gear, Gortex. I wear my old military gortex from time to time on the hunt, but like you mentioned it is kind of loud as well. I've been under a M113 in Gortex pants and top spraying with a pressure washer and stayed completely dry. They are a bit expensive, but they're wet weather/cold weather(mild cold weather), so if you're hunting in a stand of blind they make a great outer layer. I normally carry a military poncho with me, they're great for a tarp, shelter or just a poncho when you're moving through country.
@@clayhayeshunter Try military surplus. The gortex we used in the service is the only kind I've used and it's gonna be hard to beat. Zippers in the under arms too so you can let air in to cool off. Here's a pic of what they used to issue. These are great. goo.gl/images/u2YfRz
@@clayhayeshunter Here's something we just picked up at Bass Pro...I haven't had a chance to test how waterproof it is yet, but supposed to be waterproof, windproof and it's got layers. Like I said I JUST bought it, but it is quiet and windproof I just don't know about waterproof yet. www.cabelas.com/product/REDHEAD-SILENT-STALKER-ELITE-PARKA/2816402.uts?productVariantId=5787963
Awesome video man, you may not like goretex, but the stuff works. There are light versions of goretex that you can purchase, honestly surplus market goretex is the stuff I'd recommend as that's the only stuff I have experience with. Was issued the heavy stuff in 2011 by the Navy, that stuff works great if you don't mind the weight, the green navy camo is the one I'd suggest. It is the light weight version of goretex, I knew plenty of guys that did field ops in that stuff for days and never got wet. You might try a poncho as well, helikon makes a great poncho, been out in torrential down pours in those ponchos. I have tested out the poncho's in Utah's west desert during the thunderstorm season in summer, and late spring. It's an idea any way, plus you get yourself a poncho liner and you'll never regret it :D. Good luck man.
Recommendation on good boots for hiking/hunting? Also, any thoughts on a tutorial for field dressing, quartering and packing out harvested game? Thanks for all the great content, super helpful!
I don’t know what you tried and like/didn’t like about gore Tex. I personally use only top quality and am happy with it (Arc’teryx, Norrona...) only use pro version of Gore-Tex in 3L and never got wet, when the gear was properly designed. Some brand offer lifetime warranty. Regardless is you want bombproof quiet rain gear, look up swazi from New Zealand. Designed in the fjordlands by a hunter, place were it rains 9 meters a year on dense bush. They are recognized around the world as being indestructible storm proof bushcraft and hunting jackets. Equally expensive and hard to find though. I live in nz.
Have you tried frogg toggs or anything like them? I carry a walmart camo copy and it's always worked pretty well. I've actually had more trouble with boots not being waterproof than my rain gear sadly. I like your mentality of kit definitely, I'm a somewhat minimalist myself. Lighter weight and less bulk helps you go farther faster always. Great video, always like seeing what guys are carrying!
I have used frog toggs and they’re better than some of the super expensive stuff! But still not like real rain wear. For boots I have to spend around $400 to get something good.
Another awesome video, thanks for the take away on the rain gear. I always thought about it the same way..I'm feeling the same with boots, but however would like to know your opinion. I'm thinking of going back to a pair of Nokia's . Thank you
Loved this info. We do a lot of the same stuff. Great idea for the bugle tube. You mentioned you will sometimes use a puffy when it gets colder. Is there a brand that you have found to be quieter than others?
Thanks for the tips! We'll be heading out to CO again this year for elk, rifle, but for now but I hope to bow hunt them in the near future. I bought the Marmot Precip top and bottom for my rain gear. I've used them kayaking and hiking and seem to be holding up well. If you don't mind me asking, what games bags do you use and what is the wool shirt? Thanks and take care.
Clay, do you carry a knife hone in your pack? Seems like your one knife would be good and dull about midway through an elk. Keeping it honed would help a bunch.
hey, been following you for awhile(got the T shirt & book). Just finish watching the vid on bamboo arrows. I tried them several years ago but, trufully couldn't find a decent set to be able to match up. I got them from 3 rivers. Can you provide me a good outlet for a match set. Would like to give it another shot. Thanks.
@@clayhayeshunter One thing to consider is exit pupil size of the optic and how much light it can deliver to your eye. The exit pupil size of 10x42 is 4.2mm. Most eyes can dilate to 5.5 when young to 5mm when old. Hence using 8x42 enable to optic to deliver as much light to your eye as your eye can use. I find in early morning and late evening I can oddly see better with 8x42's. I used 10x42 for years though...
I’m thinking about going to the Oklahoma bow jamboreee in I went on the website and all was left was hunting any idea when the the bow making tutorials and stuff starts
Am i Right, you dont carry a gun with you? What are you doing if a bear will cross your way. In Germany we dont have bears but in the Rocky´s i think there are alot of them. For me i will feel more comfortable if i been in this Situation and have a gun with me^^
Correction - This is the Peregrin model, not the Goshawk - seekoutside.com/peregrine-3500/
Blackie thomas
Great video as always. In the elk woods I'll usually go with a GI poncho and sometimes a poncho liner if I decide to stay for a quick overnight. I Love my Vargo SS and to compliment it I sometimes carry an oz. of Veg oil with little packets of salt pepper.
Nothing like fried elk bits.
Mmmmmm. I like that thought.
You can carry a poncho in place of your plastic bag. It can keep you dry and double as a shelter like a tarp.
I also carry a military poncho for that reason
Awesome vid! Thanks
Found this channel a few days ago and totally hooked. Great stuff my man!
Hey Clay, great job on your videos. Forget the raingear mate. I use bush shirts from Swandri. Completely waterproof, comfortable, and quiet!! I'll never go back to a rain jacket. Hunt well mate
Thanks, I’ll check that out!
Thanks for the information. Great elk hunting videos.
in the military we had Tyvek maps. You could shed rain with them if needed.
Nice job and excellent info!
Hey Clay I'm from northern Nevada and it doesnt rain very much here but when it does its often a violent squall and then its done in 30 minutes or so. this may not work for you up in Idaho but for hunting I have been carrying a Poncho Tarp as rain gear for quite a few years (mine was made by GoLite, which is out of business but plenty of other options out there) and I have been happy with it. It's not breathable, but the nature of a poncho makes it a moot point. Plus I like that I can get my pack and binoculars and everything underneath it and it still hangs down to my knees. It is not however quiet AT ALL. You might like that option because it could also replace the garbage bag you carry as an emergency shelter and pull double duty for you, mine packs down to about that size.
Good tip!
Your right about the knife. And technically one doesn't even need a steel knife, the native Americans did it very well with a stone knife.
Yep, I’ve broken deer down with a stone flake.
Mr. Hayes, as for a suggestion on rain gear, Gortex. I wear my old military gortex from time to time on the hunt, but like you mentioned it is kind of loud as well. I've been under a M113 in Gortex pants and top spraying with a pressure washer and stayed completely dry. They are a bit expensive, but they're wet weather/cold weather(mild cold weather), so if you're hunting in a stand of blind they make a great outer layer. I normally carry a military poncho with me, they're great for a tarp, shelter or just a poncho when you're moving through country.
I’ve tried multiple gortex lined suites but all suck. Maybe you’re getting a different grade.
@@clayhayeshunter Try military surplus. The gortex we used in the service is the only kind I've used and it's gonna be hard to beat. Zippers in the under arms too so you can let air in to cool off.
Here's a pic of what they used to issue. These are great. goo.gl/images/u2YfRz
@@clayhayeshunter Here's something we just picked up at Bass Pro...I haven't had a chance to test how waterproof it is yet, but supposed to be waterproof, windproof and it's got layers. Like I said I JUST bought it, but it is quiet and windproof I just don't know about waterproof yet. www.cabelas.com/product/REDHEAD-SILENT-STALKER-ELITE-PARKA/2816402.uts?productVariantId=5787963
I have that exact Jacket..I have worn it in daily in torrential downpours,we had a couple years back and it worked like a champ...
I would love to see you field dress and break down a elk. Treking out that much game must be daunting...
I’ll try to cover that this fall.
As always great content, no B.S. keep it coming
Awesome video man, you may not like goretex, but the stuff works. There are light versions of goretex that you can purchase, honestly surplus market goretex is the stuff I'd recommend as that's the only stuff I have experience with. Was issued the heavy stuff in 2011 by the Navy, that stuff works great if you don't mind the weight, the green navy camo is the one I'd suggest. It is the light weight version of goretex, I knew plenty of guys that did field ops in that stuff for days and never got wet. You might try a poncho as well, helikon makes a great poncho, been out in torrential down pours in those ponchos. I have tested out the poncho's in Utah's west desert during the thunderstorm season in summer, and late spring. It's an idea any way, plus you get yourself a poncho liner and you'll never regret it :D. Good luck man.
Thanks, I’ll check it out!
Recommendation on good boots for hiking/hunting? Also, any thoughts on a tutorial for field dressing, quartering and packing out harvested game? Thanks for all the great content, super helpful!
I've had good luck with Asolo hiking boots. Field dressing is on the todo list for this fall.
I don’t know what you tried and like/didn’t like about gore Tex. I personally use only top quality and am happy with it (Arc’teryx, Norrona...) only use pro version of Gore-Tex in 3L and never got wet, when the gear was properly designed. Some brand offer lifetime warranty.
Regardless is you want bombproof quiet rain gear, look up swazi from New Zealand. Designed in the fjordlands by a hunter, place were it rains 9 meters a year on dense bush.
They are recognized around the world as being indestructible storm proof bushcraft and hunting jackets. Equally expensive and hard to find though.
I live in nz.
Thanks, I'll look into that.
Have you tried frogg toggs or anything like them? I carry a walmart camo copy and it's always worked pretty well. I've actually had more trouble with boots not being waterproof than my rain gear sadly. I like your mentality of kit definitely, I'm a somewhat minimalist myself. Lighter weight and less bulk helps you go farther faster always. Great video, always like seeing what guys are carrying!
I have used frog toggs and they’re better than some of the super expensive stuff! But still not like real rain wear. For boots I have to spend around $400 to get something good.
Another awesome video, thanks for the take away on the rain gear. I always thought about it the same way..I'm feeling the same with boots, but however would like to know your opinion. I'm thinking of going back to a pair of Nokia's . Thank you
I’m wearing the Cabellas Miendels right now. So far I’m liking them.
Great video as always Clay. What specific trekking poles are you using?
Awesome work Clay. Anyway, I couldn't get what is the bugle tube made of? Thanks for tons of great info and fun.
It’s a wiffleball bat.
Very ingenious! Keep it up, man!
Loved this info. We do a lot of the same stuff. Great idea for the bugle tube. You mentioned you will sometimes use a puffy when it gets colder. Is there a brand that you have found to be quieter than others?
Not really, all the ones I’ve used are fairly loud. It helps to put a fleece pullover as an outer layer to keep things quiet.
What kind of game bags are those? I've always wanted to be able to carry them with me but didn't know they make them that light weight.
Argali
Thanks for the tips! We'll be heading out to CO again this year for elk, rifle, but for now but I hope to bow hunt them in the near future. I bought the Marmot Precip top and bottom for my rain gear. I've used them kayaking and hiking and seem to be holding up well. If you don't mind me asking, what games bags do you use and what is the wool shirt? Thanks and take care.
Pendleton wool. I’m not sure of the game bags. They’re polyester type material, close weave but still plenty breathable.
what brand of trekking pole do you use?
Clay, do you carry a knife hone in your pack? Seems like your one knife would be good and dull about midway through an elk. Keeping it honed would help a bunch.
I keep a little diamond stone with me.
No first aid kit?
Not usually. I do need to put one together though.
What kind of bow and arrows do you have Clay inquiry minds want to know 😁
hey, been following you for awhile(got the T shirt & book). Just finish watching the vid on bamboo arrows. I tried them several years ago but, trufully couldn't find a decent set to be able to match up. I got them from 3 rivers. Can you provide me a good outlet for a match set. Would like to give it another shot. Thanks.
Shoot me an email through my website Dan. I might have some that’ll work.
I have a set of rain gear that's light breathable and actually works hit me up ill get you the info on it
What power bino's do you prefer?
I like 10x42 for everyday use.
@@clayhayeshunter One thing to consider is exit pupil size of the optic and how much light it can deliver to your eye. The exit pupil size of 10x42 is 4.2mm. Most eyes can dilate to 5.5 when young to 5mm when old. Hence using 8x42 enable to optic to deliver as much light to your eye as your eye can use. I find in early morning and late evening I can oddly see better with 8x42's. I used 10x42 for years though...
What part of Idaho are you from? I grew up near Idaho city.
I’m up near Lewiston.
Emergency beacon locator...ie, Spot or Delorme?
I’ve used the InReach before and they’re great but I don’t have one now.
I’m thinking about going to the Oklahoma bow jamboreee in I went on the website and all was left was hunting any idea when the the bow making tutorials and stuff starts
Google the Oklahoma Selfbow Society.
Am i Right, you dont carry a gun with you? What are you doing if a bear will cross your way. In Germany we dont have bears but in the Rocky´s i think there are alot of them. For me i will feel more comfortable if i been in this Situation and have a gun with me^^
Black bears in the Rockies are no harm unless they're habituated to humans. No gun necessary. Hunting in grizzly country is a different story.