Best Trout Fishing Videos at Miramonte Reservoir Colorado in 2023

Best Trout Fishing Videos at Miramonte Reservoir Colorado in 2023

Here are the Best Trout Fishing Videos at Miramonte Reservoir Colorado in 2023. Some of the Trout Mike Caught Most all of our fishing on this trip was in the Perception Outlaw Fishing Kayak. Check out this YouTube video of all these trout catches and more. Return to Home Page

Cabelas Fly Fishing 201 Course

Cabelas Fly Fishing 201 Course

If you’re a beginner, watch Cabelas Fly Fishing 201 Course from Lone Tree, Colorado. What Yout Can Expect in the Course This course is a follow up course to Cabela’s Fly Fishing 101 where we learned the basics of fly fishing, fishing etiquette, and then practiced how to cast in the Cabela’s parking lot. Now, …

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MAVEN Spotting Scope Review & Field Test

MAVEN Spotting Scope Review & Field Test

Check out my latest MAVEN Spotting Scope Review & Field Test. Field Test Setup My field test consisted of setting up on top of a hill near my home, overlooking some great ranch land here in Colorado. I set up early in the evening, about two hours before sunset and started scanning the tree line …

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MAVEN Rangefinder Review & Field Test

MAVEN Rangefinder Review & Field Test

Check out my new MAVEN Rangefinder Review & Field Test. 1st Field Test I headed out in the evening for a filed test where I could over look some great ranch land and have plenty of targets to check the accuracy of the MAVEN Rangefinder. It was a mostly cloudy sky with the sun setting …

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Kodiak Canvas Tent Take Down Instructions

Kodiak Canvas Tent Take Down Instructions

Here is the Kodiak Canvas Tent Take Down Instructions and my YouTube video at the bottom of the page. Tent Take Down Instructions As you can see, there’s not a lot of information here so I’ll list out each step below for how I take my tent down. Rick’s Take Down Instructions Clean the tent …

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MAVEN Spotting Scope Out of the Box Review

MAVEN Spotting Scope Out of the Box Review

Here’s my MAVEN Spotting Scope Out of the Box Review. I’m really impressed so far. MAVEN Spotting Scope Features S.1A – 25-50X80 Magnification Range: 25x-50x Maximizes Detail in Variable Lighting Conditions Recommended for Hunters and Wildlife Viewers Featuring Fluorite Glass Fully Multi-Coated Lenses Phase Correction Coating Waterproof and Fog Proof Low Light Performance Customized Builds …

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MAVEN Rangefinders

MAVEN Rangefinders for Hunting Out of the Box

Check out my new MAVEN Rangefinders for Hunting Out of the Box review. MAVEN RF.1 – 7×25 | 5-4500 YD Features 5 – 4500 YD Effectiveness Line of Sight / Angle Compensation Obstruction Filter Recommended for Archery and Rifle Hunters Field / Forest Function Field Mode for Small Hard to Hit Targets & Ignore Larger …

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BetterBoat.com

Better Boat Products Review

Watch our Better Boat Products Review to see some great products we’re using. Air Horn Boat Dry Towel Anchor Rope Dock Lines Danforth Anchor Anchor Chain Final Thoughts BetterBoat.com has a lot of great products that you should take a look at. We have been really impressed with the quality of their products. Watch the …

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Better Boat

Danforth Anchors Review

Here’s a great Danforth Anchors Review you’ll learn something new on. Danforth Anchor Features All-in-One Kit Galvanized Fluke Anchor Galvanized Steel Anchor with Bow Shackles Nylon Rope with Stainless Steel Eyelet Fresh or Salt Water Use Family Owned American Business Unique Feature You can attach the chain to the base of the anchor then zip …

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How to Cook a Pizza on a Wood Stove

How to Cook a Pizza on a Wood Stove

Watch my How to Cook a Pizza on a Wood Stove video to find a great way to cook pizza when out camping. Papa Murphy’s Cooking Instructions My Camping Instructions Get your wood stove fired up and hot Warm up your cast iron skillet on the stove top Add a piece of pizza to the …

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Kodiak Canvas Tent Layout

Kodiak Canvas Tent Layout

Check out how nice my Kodiak Canvas Tent Layout is and how it might help you enjoy camping more. What’s Inside My Tent Large Camping Cot Wood Stove Folding Table Large Camp Chair End Table Camp Storage Bins Marine Battery and Other Gear Keep It Simple The primary way I enjoy camping is to bring …

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Cabelas Lounge Cot Review

Cabelas Lounge Cot Review

Check out my new Cabelas Lounge Cot Review and comparison to the REI Kingdom Cot 3. Cabela’s Lounge Cot Features Versatile Sleeping Cot that Doubles as a Lounge Chair Welded Solid Steel Frame Adjustable Legs for Uneven Ground Flexible Bungee Support System Poleyster Sleeping Surface with Thick Padded Panels Foam Padded Pillow Small Organizer Pocket …

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How to Setup a Camp Chef Stove

Setup a Camp Chef Alpine Stove

Watch how easy it is to set up a Camp Chef Alpine Stove to stay warm and cook on it. Camp Chef Setup Instructions Here is the Camp Chef Alpine Heavy Duty Cylinder Stove setup instructions. For more information, check out my First Burn video below and my How to Secure the Stove Pipe videos …

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Rain Cap Spark Arrestor

Rain Cap Spark Arrestor

Do you really need a Rain Cap Spark Arrestor? YES I’ve lived in Oregon and Washington, plus now in Colorado, and I can tell you that a lot of rain can come down in a short period of time, so taking a chance with a mesh spark arrestor is just not a good decision in my …

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Tent Stove Heat Shield Mat

Tent Stove Heat Shield Mat

Does a Tent Stove Heat Shield Mat really work, and do you need one? Kodiak Canvas Heat Shield Features Large 54″L x 36″W Heat Shield Mat Protects Floor from Embers and Coals High Performance Woven Glass Fiber Fabric Perfect for Large Tent Wood Stoves Lightweight and Easy to Transport My Thoughts after Testing It I …

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Deer Hunting Ground Blinds

Deer Hunting Ground Blinds

What are some good Deer Hunting Ground Blinds? Let me show you a great ground blind I just got in from Cabela’s. Pursuit Ground Blind Features Lightweight Spring Loaded Frame Pack Style Carrying Bag Rugged, Quiet 15OD Material Zonz Woodland Camo Black Interior Walls Shoot-through Mesh Window Panel Includes Ground Stakes & Guy Ropes Small …

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Cabelas Fly Fishing 101 Course in Lone Tree, Colorado

Cabelas Fly Fishing 101 Course

If you’re a beginner, watch Cabelas Fly Fishing 101 Course from Lone Tree, Colorado. What You Can Expect in the Course Type of Rod to Use and Length of Rod Types of Flies to Use Life Cycle of Flies and Bugs that Trout Feed On Fly Fishing Termonology Fishing Etiquette Casting Techniques Fly Fishing Gear …

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Kodiak Canvas Tent Window Awning Assembly

Kodiak Canvas Tent Window Awning Assembly

Here is the Kodiak Canvas Tent Window Awning Assembly instructions and video of how it’s done. Kodiak Canvas Instructions My Tent Setup Instructions First, I would slide the rope through the window awning holes when you attach the Guy lines. This way, you only have to tie a knot at the top of the upright …

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Tent Stake or Tent Screw

Best Way to Stake a Tent Down

What is the Best Way to Stake a Tent Down? Tent Stake or Tent Screw? 1st Test – Regular Drill I finished my first tent staking test and honestly, the traditional tent staking method won, but only because I didn’t have the right drill. I was talking to some people after setting the tent up …

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Setup a Kodiak Canvas Tent 10x10

Setup a Kodiak Canvas Tent 10×10

How do you Setup a Kodiak Canvas Tent 10×10 for the first time? Kodiak Canvas Setup Instructions Check out these instructions from Kodiak Canvas for the 10×10 Cabin Lodge Tent. Let’s Look at My Tent Setup 1st – Find a Great Location Look for a flat spot and clean up the rocks and twigs. It’s …

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Camp Chef Alpine Cylinder Stove

Camp Chef Alpine Heavy Duty Cylinder Stove

Here’s my Camp Chef Alpine Heavy Duty Cylinder Stove Out of the Box review, plus you can see the out of the box video at the bottom of this article that includes the out of the box video, setup in a tent and how I cook on it. Camp Chef Alpine Stove Features Heating and …

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16" Rainbow Trout

San Miguel River 16″ Trout in Colorado

Mike catches a San Miguel River 16″ Trout in Colorado with some nice trout catches and a lot of beautiful scenery. San Miguel Fishing Location The fishing location on the San Miguel River is three or four miles east of Norwood, Colorado. Check out the location on the map below. Fishing Trip We found out …

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KUHL Camping Checklist

MikenRickOutdoors Camping Checklist

Check out MikenRickOutdoors Camping Checklist, plus see an even better checklist from KUHL. Rick’s Camping Checklist Here is a sample of what my checklists look like. I have this in an Excel spreadsheet and also as a PDF, so email me at MikenRickOutdoors@gmail.com if you would like either one of these files. I have a …

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Trout Fishing in Colorado Alpine Lake

Trout Fishing in Colorado Alpine Lake

Check out Trout Fishing in Colorado Alpine Lake and see some beautiful trout with red bellies. Colorado Alpine Lakes Mike and I have been wondering and talking about what the fishing is like at Colorado’s high alpine lakes across the state. We’ve been watching many videos on incredible catches, so the only question is, do …

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Bass Pro and Cabela's Now Working with MikenRickOutdoors

Bass Pro and Cabelas

Bass Pro and Cabelas are now working with MikenRickOutdoors. Big Announcement Mike and I are now working with Bass Pro and Cabela’s. New products are being sent to us so we can create new reviews on our outdoor adventures.   1st Products to Review Game Camera Deer Blind Camp Chef Tent Wood Stove Lounge Cot …

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How Did My Kodiak Canvas Flex-bow Tent do in a Massive Storm?

How My Kodiak Canvas Flex-bow Tent Held Up in a Thunder Storm

I need to tell you how my Kodiak Canvas Flex-bow tent held up in a thunder storm. Before the Storm We arrived Wednesday afternoon and the weather was perfect at the Miramone Reservoir, south of Norwood, Colorado, but I have learned from experience to never take the weather for granted, even if there is no …

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Fly Fishing for Beginners

Join Me on My Fly Fishing Journey

Join Me on My Fly Fishing Journey on MikenRickOutdoors. This journey will take us through a lot of instructions, awesome catches and gorgeous scenery. Why I Am Starting to Fly Fish I have not fished a lot in my life, but lately I have been bait fishing and spin casting with Mike, and honestly, I’m …

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Palomino Pop Up Truck Camper

Is a Pop Up Truck Camper the Best for Me?

Check out my interview with MeandHerafterKids as I ask Jerry, “Is a Pop Up Truck Camper the Best for Me?” Jerry has many years of experience with many types of RVs and he has a lot of great advice in this article and video. Check out the YouTube video at the end of this article …

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Osprey Atmos AG 65 Backpack

OSPREY ATMOS AG 65 Backpack Review

Check out my OSPREY ATMOS AG 65 Backpack Review. Atmos AG 67 Features AntiGravity Suspension Incredibel Fit 3D-Suspended Mesh System Easy to Use Stretch Mesh Side Pockets Internal Hydration Reservoir Sleeve Stow-on-the-Go Trekking Pole Attachment Integrated Raincover Made with Recycled Fabrics Fit-on-the-Fly Harness and Hipbelt Enhanced Organization Floating Top Lid with Lash Points Fabric Reinforced …

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Rachael's Paramount Wader Review

Rachael’s Paramount Outdoors Women’s Wader Review

Check out Rachael’s Paramount Outdoors Women’s Wader Review. Paramount Wader Review – Women’s Features: Waterproof 6-Ply Lower Legs Split Pocket Design Large Split Pass Through Chest Pocket Wide Suspenders Two Inch Wide Elastic Belt Stockingfoot Wader Reinforced Double Seams One Year Warranty What Rachael Likes About Them Comfort Waterproof Reinforced Toe Pockets for Phone, Etc. …

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REI Co-op Flexlite Air Chair

REI Co-op Flexlite Air Chair Review

Here’s our new REI Co-op Flexlite Air Chair Review. You won’t believe how lightweight it is, but comfortable and strong. …………..REI Camp Chair Link Coming Soon…………. Flexlite Air Chair Features Lightweight (Weight = 1 lb.) Compact Strong (250 lb. Weight Capacity) Easy Setup Best Use: Backpacking 25″ x 20″ x 20″ Ripstop Nylon Aluminum Frame …

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Eleven Mile Reservoir

11 Mile Reservoir Colorado Fishing Review

Here’s our 11 Mile Reservoir Colorado Fishing Review. It’s a beautiful lake with a lot of large fish in it. Eleven Mile Reservoir Location The Eleven Mile Reservoir is approximately 1.5 hours west of Colorado Springs, near Lake George, Colorado. This lake sits downstream of Spinney Reservoir and the Dream Stream that connects the two. …

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Garmin HuntView Pro Maps Review

Garmin HuntView Maps Review

Check out this field test for the Garmin HuntView Maps Review. Garmin HuntView Features Includes BirdsEye Satellite Imagery 1:24K Scale Topo Mapping Preloaded MicroSD Cards Available Land Owner Names with Public/Private Boundaries Easy to Use Tracking Features Thousands of Roads and Trails with Turn-by-Turn Navigation Thousands of Points of Interest BLM Information, Plus USGS Quad …

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Natural Atlas App Review

Natural Atlas App

Take a look at this powerful Natural Atlas App that can help with hiking, hunting, fishing, nature documentation, plus is extremely easy to locate private and public lands from their maps. Natural Atlas App Features Hiking Trails Nature Guide Field Recorder Chronicle Your Discoveries Uses GPS to Locate Plants Animals Fungi Geology Light Tides River …

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POTEK Power Inverter Review

POTEK Power Inverter Review

Check out this powerful POTEK Power Inverter Review that helps me charge all of my gear on our outdoor adventures. POTEK 2000W Power Inverter Model: FBA_PI 2000W Weight: 10.21 Pounds Dimensions: 16.14″ x 7.09″ x 12.8″ Item Model Number: PI 2000W 2000 Watts Three AC Outlets One USB Charging Port Built-in Cooling Fans Over Load …

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Anker USB Charging Station Review

USB Charging Station Review

Check out this USB Charging Station Review and see how it has helped Mike and I when out on long outdoor adventures when we need to charge several devices at night. How we’re Setup for Charging Mike and I spend 10 plus hours out each day when on our outdoor adventures and I’m collecting a …

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Trout Fishing on the Norfork River

Trout Fishing the Norfork River in Arkansas

Trout fishing the Norfork River in Arkansas is everything I was told it would be and more. The Norfork River is Incredible I was told the Norfork River in Arkansas was one of the top five trout fishing rivers in the United States, and now I believe it. Besides catching over thirty trout in three …

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10 Point Whitetail Buck

10 Point Whitetail Buck

This nice 10 point Whitetail Buck decided to show up in the last week of deer hunting season in Oklahoma. Checkout the images of the buck below and the YouTube video that follows. Check out the YouTube video buck kill below. Return to Home Page

Wilderness Survival Shelter

Survival Camping Shelter with Fresh Hog Kill Cooking over the Fire

Check out Mike’s first Survival Camping Shelter with Fresh Hog Kill Cooking over the Fire. Find the Right Camp Site Many times it’s important to find trees you can lay down in between, depending on your height. Gathering the Shelter Supplies Next, it’s time to look around for the right size and length material for …

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Coleman NorthStar Propane Lantern Review

Coleman NorthStar Propane Lantern Review

Watch our Coleman NorthStar Propane Lantern Review on a trout fishing trip to the Miramonte Reservoir in Southwest Colorado. NorthStar Specs PerfectFlow System for Consistent Gas Flow and Light Output High-Temperature Globe Resists Cracking from Heat InstaStart Ignition for Matchless Lighting Adjustable Dimmer Knob for the Perfect Outdoor Light Multicolor Up to 1540 Lumens Lasts …

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8 Point Whitetail Buck Kill

White Tailed Deer 8 Point Buck Kill Graphic Content

Watch this great hunt of a white tailed deer 8 point buck kill GRAPHIC CONTENT. The Hunt This turned out to be a great hunt. There was some snow on the ground, but it wasn’t to cold. There were some small bucks and does hanging around the area, and Mike was able to get a …

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Lifetime Cooler Review 77 Quart

Lifetime Cooler Review 77 Quart

I bought a new incredible cooler that works much better than my old one. Take a look at this Lifetime Cooler Review 77 quart to see how well it worked on our last fishing trip to the Miramonte Reservoir in Southwest Colorado. My Recent Camping Trip Mike and I headed back to the Miramonte Reservoir, …

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Miramonte Reservoir Colorado in September

Miramonte Reservoir Colorado in September

Watch this incredible drone video of the Miramonte Reservoir Colorado in September 2022. Take a look at some of the photos from the drone video below and then click on the link at the bottom of the page for the beautiful YouTube video of the reservoir and surrounding area. Photos of Miramonte Reservoir   The …

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Paramount Wading Boots

Paramount Wading Boots

Take a look at the differences between these Paramount wading boots from Paramount Outdoors. We field tested all three of the men’s wading boots. You can watch a more in depth YouTube video below of the field test. Stonefly Cleated Wading Shoe Deep Eddy Cleated Wading Boots Slate Leather Cleated Rubber Bottom Wading Boots MikenRick’s …

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Mr Heater Big Buddy vs Portable Buddy

Mr Heater Big Buddy vs Portable Buddy

I think we can all guess how the field test ended between the Mr Heater Big Buddy vs Portable Buddy, but do you want to know just how much better the Big Buddy performed? Check out this field test in Southwest Colorado in November in extreme cold weather and watch the YouTube video below. Portable …

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How to Set Up a Kodiak Canvas Flex-Bow Tent

How to Set Up a Kodiak Canvas Flex-Bow Tent

Let me show you how to set up a Kodiak Canvas Flex-Bow Tent on a cold November fishing trip to Southwest Colorado. Steps I Took to set up my Flex-Bow Tent Find a flat area free of sharp objects to layout your tent. I suggest you lay down a tarp under your tent that helps …

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WINNERWELL Nomad Large Tent Stove Setup

WINNERWELL Nomad Large Tent Stove Setup

This WINNERWELL Nomad Large tent stove setup is absolutely incredible and kept Mike warm on cold Colorado nights when the temperatures dropped to 10 degrees (F). Watch the setup of this Winnerwell Nomad stove. Nomad Stove Setup Instructions Install Flashing kit from WINNERWELL. Lay fireproof mat down. Extend all four legs on stove. Remove pipes …

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Kodiak Canvas Cabin Lodge Tent Setup

Kodiak Canvas Cabin Lodge Tent Setup

Watch this detailed Kodiak Canvas Cabin Lodge tent setup and learn some tips on how to set it up with ONE-PERSON. How Mike Setup the Tent Step One: Find a great location that is flat, with no sharp objects and is large enough for your tie-down lines. Step Two (Optional): Layout tarp that closely matches …

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KUHL IKONIK A-Flex Hat

KUHL IKONIK A-Flex Hat

Let me tell you about a great new hat KUHL sent me. It’s the KUHL IKONIK A-Flex hat and it has become one of my new favorite hats. KUHL IKONIK A-Flex Hat Features Custom Woven Patch Stretch Fit Headband for Enhanced Comfort 100% Cotton My Personal Experience I have had many ball caps in my …

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SabotHeat Heated Gloves

Heated Gloves

These battery powered heated gloves from SabotHeat are incredible. I have been using them here in Colorado and they really make a bid difference on cold days, especially in the early morning and late evening when it’s the most cold outside. SabotHeat Heated Glove Features Fast and Unifor Heating Carbon Fiber Wire Heating Heats Back …

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Best Porta Potty for Camping

Best Porta Potty for Camping

Check out this Best Porta Potty for Camping review on our latest trip to southwest Colorado, near Telluride. Thetford Porta Potti Features Battery-Powered Electric Flush Sleek, Modern and Homelike Design Comfortable Seat Height Large Bowl User-Friendly Flush Lever Tank Level Indicator for Fresh Water and Waste Tanks Hidden Controls Integrated Tissue Holder 3-Year Warranty 4.0 …

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KUHL Renegade Rock Pant Review

KUHL Renegade Rock Pant Review

Check out this KUHL Renegade Rock Pant review on our latest fishing trip to southwest Colorado near Telluride, Colorado. KUHL Renegade Rock Pant Features Exclusive DURALUX Softshell Fabric Anti-abrasion Durable Quick Drying Superior Stretch Designed for Wide Range of Motion Water-Resistant UPF 50+ Sun Protection Modern Tapered Fit Eight Mesh Pockets Zippered Side Pockets Elastic …

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Mr Heater Portable Buddy Propane Heater Review

Mr Heater Portable Buddy Propane Heater Review

Here’s my Mr Heater Portable Buddy propane heater review after spending several cold nights in Colorado followed by some warm nights after I bought my first Mr. Heater portable propane heater. Will it keep you warm. The short answer is maybe, but it sure made my Colorado nights better for sleeping. Portable Buddy Features Indoor …

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Tent Camping Accessories 2022

Tent Camping Accessories 2022

Take a look at my Tent Camping Accessories 2022 and see the improvements over what I had in 2020. Tent Camping Accessories 2020 Here are a few photos of my tent camping setup in 2020. Tent Camping Accessories 2022 Now look at the upgrades I’ve made for 2022. These are the tent camping accessories I …

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Off Road on Imogene pass between Ouray and Telluride Colorado

Off Road on Imogene pass between Ouray and Telluride Colorado

In September 2022 we went off-road on Imogene Pass between Ouray and Telluride Colorado and it was incredible! Imogene Pass Imogene Pass is located in southwest Colorado between Ouray and Telluride. This is a major off-road, 4-wheel or ATV trail well-known in the 4-wheel community. The elevation at the top of Imogene Pass is 13,114 …

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KUHL Pants Review

KUHL Pants Review

Here’s a new KUHL pants review that goes over the Silencr pants on a recent fishing trip to southwest Colorado. We had a great time trout fishing in southwest Colorado near Creede on the Rio Grande Reservoir and on the Miramonte Reservoir near Norwood, but the fishing was a lot more fun when we had …

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Brown Trout Caught in the Miramonte Reservoir

Brown Trout Caught in the Miramonte Reservoir

Watch this incredible video of this Brown Trout caught in the Miramonte Reservoir. Location The Miramonte Reservoir is located in southwest Colorado, southwest of Telluride, actually about 13 miles south of Norwood, Colorado. The Miramonte Reservoir is a long drive from most population centers so that’s why there are mostly locals fishing here and the …

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Coleman Skylodge Tent Setup

Coleman Skylodge Tent Setup

Check out this Coleman Skylodge tent setup, how hard or easy it was, how long it took and how I laid out my bed and chairs. Coleman Skylodge Tent Features Color-Coded Poles for Easy Setup 5′ x 10′ Weatherproof Screen Room WeatherTec Welded Corners Fits 4 Queen-Size Airbeds Wide Doors Mesh Storage Pockets E-Port for …

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can-am Outlander XT Review

can-am Outlander XT Review

Here’s our first can-am Outlander XT review on this 850 engine near Ouray Colorado. can-am Outlander XT Features Starting at $12,499 (Priced on 10/2/2022) Classification Trail Work Hunt Outlander DPS Top Features Heavy-Duty Front & Rear Bumpers Handlebar Wind Deflectors 3,500-lb Winch 26 in. Tires on 14 in. Cast-Aluminum Wheels Color – Mossy Oak Break-Up …

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KUHL Silencr Pants - Paramount Wading Boots and Sealskinz

KUHL Silencr Pants – Paramount Wading Boots and Sealskinz

Have you tried out the KUHL Silencr pants – Paramount wading boots and Sealskinz socks? Well, you should. If you’re fishing along a low flowing river or along a lake shoreline, then you may not need waders. This combination that Mike is wearing is perfect for some situations when fishing. KUHL Silencr Pants These silencr …

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Fishing Waders - Paramount Waist High Wader

Fishing Waders – Paramount Waist High Wader

These Paramount fishing waders, actually Paramount’s waist high waders are awesome to have because you don’t always need those chest high waders. Check out how they worked on the Rio Grande River in Colorado this last week, along with the boots and EAG long sleeve shirt. Waist High Wader These Paramount waist high waders are …

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Pflueger Spinning Reel Review

Pflueger Spinning Reel Review

Check out our favorite Pflueger Spinning Reel Review and see what we like about it and how well it works. Pflueger Reel Features 10-bearing system 20 size reel is a 7-ball bearing system Aluminum main shaft Aluminum pinion gear Braid ready spool Sealed drag system Rubber cork knobs What we Like the Most It’s a …

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Fishing Advice for the Rio Grande River near South Fork Colorado

Fishing Advice Rio Grande River South Fork Colorado

Here’s some Fishing Advice for the Rio Grande River near South Fork and Creede, Colorado. We searched high and low for advice about where to fish in this area and only came up with recommendations to fish the Rio Grande Reservoir and that advice was well-founded. We caught a ton of trout. Where to Fish …

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Ugly Stick Fishing Pole Review

Ugly Stick Fishing Pole Review

Mike’s Ugly Stick Fishing Pole Review on the Rio Grande Reservoir west of Creede, Colorado. The Shakespeare Ugly Stick Mike has been fishing since birth, and let me tell you, that was a long time ago. About twenty years ago, Mike found about the Shakespeare Ugly Stick and he has stuck with this since then. …

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Trout Fishing the Rio Grande Reservoir

Trout Fishing the Rio Grande River

The fish were biting like crazy when we were trout fishing the Rio Grande River, actually the Rio Grande Reservoir, west of Creede, Colorado. Check how many fish we caught and the size of them compared when we fished the South Fork of the Rio Grande River near South Fork, Colorado. The Rio Grande Reservoir …

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Trout Fishing Spoon Lures

Trout Fishing Lures Review

Trout Fishing Lures Review at the Rio Grande Reservoir, near Creede, Colorado. These Lures are Beating Everyone No joke, after trout fishing here in Colorado for the last three summers, we can honestly say, from our personal experience that these trout fishing lures are helping us catch trout at probably a 5 to 1 ratio …

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Trout Fishing the Rio Grande Reservoir

Trout Fishing the Rio Grande Reservoir

We had a fantastic success trout fishing the Rio Grande Reservoir in Colorado with Rachael. Check out some of the photos and the YouTube video at the end of the article. Trout Fishing Photos We fished the area around South Fork, Colorado for six days before we finally headed up to the Rio Grande Reservoir …

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Garmin Montana 700i Review

Garmin Montana 700i Review

Take a look at this powerful Garmin Montana 700i Review and field test. The 700i is built for off-road adventures and is packed with incredible features, plus has the convenience of a touch screen. Montana 700i Features Full QWERTY Keyboard Global, Pole-to-Pole Satellite Coverage Routable Topographic Maps Built for Thermal, Shock, Water and Vibration BirdsEye …

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KastKing Hat Review

KastKing Hat Review

Here’s a KastKing Hat Review after Mike and I spent four days trout fishing on several rivers here in Colorado, including the South Platte River in Cheeseman Canyon and again on the South Platte River in Eleven Mile Canyon. Features Lightweight Breathable Mesh Elastic Closure Mesh Venting UPF 50 Protection Cool and Comfortable Adjustable Fit …

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Trout Fishing Eleven Mile Canyon

Trout Fishing Eleven Mile Canyon

Trout Fishing Eleven Mile Canyon was INCREDIBLE on Friday, and this next Saturday was just as great, in fact, you’re going to see the largest rainbow trout Mike has ever caught. It was between 15 inches to 17 inches, and that’s not a fisherman’s tale. Saturday Trout Fishing Saturday was cloudy most of the day …

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Paramount Waders

Fishing Chest Waders

I’m sure that most of you know that Simms is the leader in waders in the fishing industry, but what about all of us that don’t want to spend up to $900 on spectacular Simms Waders, and don’t forget the Simms Fishing Boots? You need to check out these Paramount Fishing Chest Waders. They work …

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Trout Fishing on the South Platte River

Eleven Mile Canyon Fishing

The fishing trip to Cheeseman Canyon was a bust, but that was not the case at the Eleven Mile Canyon, near Lake George, Colorado. First Day on the River We arrive at the South Platte River in the Eleven Mile Canyon early in the afternoon. We didn’t catch a single trout at Cheeseman Canyon so …

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Garmin inReach Mini 2 Review

Garmin inReach Mini 2 Review

The new Garmin inReach Mini 2 review is here and this new satellite messenger packs more power than I thought Garmin could stuff into a satellite messenger. Two-Way Messaging I first tested the 2-way messaging on the Garmin inReach Mini 2 to my cell phone. I have used the older Garmin inReach Mini for two …

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Wild Hogs

Thermal Night Vision | Two Hogs Down

Finally,! Some hogs showed up! Video of hog hunt with thermal night vision, ATN THOR 4 640 4-40X. Thermal Night Vision Images Here are some of the great thermal images. See the YouTube video below of the hog hunt using the ATN Thor thermal scope. Please Like, Subscribe, Share, Turn on Notifications and Leave a …

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Armadillo Thermal Video

Armadillo Thermal Images

Here are some AMAZING armadillo thermal images and videos. Armadillo Thermal Images The video was shot using the ATN Thor thermal scope. Check out the YouTube video of the armadillo below. Some other varmint was also in the field that night. Please Like, Subscribe, Share, Turn on Notifications and Leave a Comment below. Return to …

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Zoleo Satellite Communicator

ZOLEO Satellite Messenger

The ZOLEO satellite messenger is one of the latest devices to hit the market. It’s lightweight, compact, and has the best two-way messaging features of any satellite communicator, from my experience. Features Two-Way Messaging Location Share+ and Tracking S.O.S. Dark Sky Weather Forecasts Topo Maps Global Pole to Pole Satellite Coverage Uses Wifi, Cell Service …

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SPOT Gen 4 Review & Field Test

SPOT Gen 4 Review & Field Test | Worked Perfectly

The SPOT Gen 4 review & field test worked perfectly and is one of the most reliable and least expensive satellite messengers on the market. Satellite Messenger Field Test 1 I completed the first field test of my new SPOT Gen 4 on a short hiking trail in Castle Rock, Colorado. It was a quick …

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Coyote Hunting with Thermal Scope

Coyote Hunting with Thermal Scope

Watch this coyote hunting with thermal scope and distressed cottontail rabbit call, and see this coyote come in, but very carefully. Coyote Hunting Images See the YouTube video below of the coyote hunt using the ATN Thor thermal scope. This coyote lives to see another day. Here is the YouTube video of the thermal hunt …

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Thermal Scope Hog Hunting in SE Oklahoma

Thermal Scope Hog Hunting 1 in SE Oklahoma

Here are some great videos of thermal scope hog hunting in SE Oklahoma. This wild hog hunt did not end successfully but we did get some great thermal video of several hogs that were brave enough to come in closer. Next Time… Mike will Pull the Trigger! Images from the Thermal Video Check out the …

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White Tail Deer Video Thermal Scope

White Tail Deer Video | Thermal Scope

While waiting for the big bucks to show up we captured this white tail deer video using a thermal scope. Thermal Photos of White Tail Deer See the white tail deer video below on YouTube. ATN THOR 4 640 YouTube Video Here is YouTube video of the whitetail Doe using the ATN THOR Thermal Scope. …

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ATN THOR Thermal Scope

Whitetail Deer Kill Thermal Recovery

Our whitetail deer kill recovery of the buck was made the easiest of our lives with our ATN Thor 4 640 4040X thermal imaging scope. Checkout the images and video below to see how easy it was to locate this buck. Whitetail Deer Kill Thermal Recovery ATN THOR 4 640 YouTube Video Here is some …

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Osprey Talon 22 Daypack

Osprey Talon 22 Backpack

The Osprey Talon 22 Backpack is Gear Lab’s Editor’s Choice day hiking backpack. It’s my “go-to” pack here in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado. Osprey Talon 22 Features Lightweight Breathable Close-to-Body AirScape Back Panel and Hipbelt Continuous-wrap Harness and HipBelt Trekking Pole Attachment Bike Helmet Attachment Multi-Sport Pack Bluesign Recycled High-Tenacity Nylon Dual-zippered Panel to …

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Deer Hunting with Crossbow

Deer Hunting 10 Point Buck Crossbow

Check out this deer hunting 10 point buck crossbow video with photos captured with our ATN 4K Day/Night scope. 10 Point Buck Photos You can see the video below after the photos. Second before the arrow was released. Arrow in Flight with LED Lighted Knock arrow. You can see the arrow hit low and right …

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White Tailed Buck

White Tailed Deer 6

Mike was waiting for the big buck to come in but while he was waiting, he captured some close-up video of these white tailed deer. White Tailed Deer Photos Check out the video at the bottom of the page. All the videos were captured with an ATN X-Sight-4K Day and Night Scope. Check out the …

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Eleven Mile Canyon Reservoir

Hiking Trails Colorado Eleven Mile Lake

I was skeptical about this hike, at Eleven Mile Canyon Reservoir, due to its location in Colorado and what I believed to be a dry, high altitude area with a lot of flat land around, but I couldn’t have been more wrong. Check out these photos and video below. Photos of Eleven Mile Canyon Reservoir …

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White Tail Hunting

White Tailed Deer 5

Check out these close up photos and video of Whtie Tailed Deer 5 in this series, near Crescent, Oklahoma. White Tailed Deer 5 Photos There is a YouTube video at the end of these white tailed deer. All the videos were captured with an ATN X-Sight-4K Day and Night Scope. Check out the YouTube video …

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Dillon Reservoir Sunrise

Hiking Trails Colorado Dillon Reservoir

This early morning hike along the Dillon Reservoir, near Frisco, Colorado, was one of the most peaceful and beautiful hikes I have been on here in Colorado. Photos of the Lakeshore Perimeter Trail I hope you enjoyed the photos of the hike. You can see the videos on YouTube below. Please Like, Subscribe, Share, Turn …

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Mike and Ricks New Intro

Mike & Rick Attempt New Intro

I have been working on several intros for our YouTube videos and this was one of the first times in a long time that Mike and I were together in Colorado and attempted to get our video introduction right. We hope you enjoy our website and YouTube channel. Please leave a comment below if you …

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Somewear Global Hotspot Review

Somewear Global Hotspot Review

Check out this Somewear Global Hotspot Review and see how this satellite messenger stacks up against its competitors. Somewear Global Hotspot Specs Offers global coverage Topo Maps when Synced with Smartphone Ultralight Compact 2-way Text communication Bluetooth Location tracking Weather reports IPX7 – Waterproof Size = 3.6″ x 3.0″ x 0.8″ Weight = 4.0 oz. …

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Two Nice White Tailed Bucks

Two Nice White Tailed Bucks

It was another great evening for a hunt in Oklahoma and two nice white tailed bucks showed up right before dark. Images from the Video You can see the YouTube video below. All the videos were captured with an ATN X-Sight-4K Day and Night Scope. Check out the YouTube video of the 10 and 8 …

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Mule Deer Bucks in Colorado

Mule Deer Bucks in Rut

It’s mid December and take a look at these mule deer bucks in rut. Pics of Mule Deer Bucks in Rut Horny Buck! Younger Buck Wanting to Get in on the Action. Big Buck Won’t Give Up. Big Buck Telling Younger Buck to Back Off! The Big Buck is Staying Close to this Doe This …

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Mule Deer in Colorado

Mule Deer Buck 2

This Mule Deer Buck keeps showing up around my home here in Perry Park, near Larkspur, Colorado. There are some bigger bucks than this one but he’s pretty nice. Mule Deer Buck Pics Check out these photos of the mule deer and then take a look at the YouTube video link below. Check out the …

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BRIS Boat Inflatable Raft

BRIS Boat Fast Replacement Part

We knew we wanted this BRIS boat as it had the thickest material on the bottom of the boat of any other boat in it’s class. That proved out to be a life saver on our last trip to the Arkansas River in Colorado, but what we didn’t know yet was how fast the company’s …

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