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Mark Huelsing
How To Minimize Your Water Runs On Backpack Hunts

How To Minimize Your Water Runs On Backpack Hunts

After living, backpacking, and hunting in some of the driest parts of the country for more than a decade, I have learned how to maximize ways to find and use water, and minimize how much time and effort I spend ensuring I have enough water. Here are some of the lessons I have learned...

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Mark Huelsing
Don't Just Tinker With Gear. Work On Yourself.

Don't Just Tinker With Gear. Work On Yourself.

Good gear helps a good hunter, but gear doesn't make a successful hunter. Instead of just tinkering with gear, here are some of the ways you can work on yourself to become a more capable and effective hunter.

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Mark Huelsing
How To Customize The K4 Frame Height

How To Customize The K4 Frame Height

The K4 Frame is offered in 4 different frame heights (22", 23.5", 25" and 26.5"), but you can also cut frame stays to customize the frame height in smaller increments. This article explains how to cut and customize K4 Frame Stays. Cutting stays may result in injury and should only be attempted at your own risk.

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Mark Huelsing
K4 Design Details — Hydration Bladder & Water Bottles

K4 Design Details — Hydration Bladder & Water Bottles

All K4 Packs are designed to work incredibly well with water bladders, and are also compatible with our K4 Nalgene Holder accessory. In this Design Details article, we will explain how K4 Packs are built to manage water storage and access, to keep you hydrated during your hunt.

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