mountaindrew
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After doing a few backpacking excursions this summer up in the Rockies, I have decided to get deeper into it. One decision I Have made is to try carrying a rifle. I tried a few different handguns over the summer and was satisfied with none, as far a ease of carry, (all those backpack straps make it REEL hard to wear a holster anywhere), Power ( for dealling with wild critters) and accuracy ( for possible smal game hunting). I have decide to aquire/ build a lightweight rifle, either a lever or bolt and very short length. The carry method I picture (in my strange mind) is some sort of scabard or holster mounted to the side of my backpack, so I can draw the rifle over my shoulder (hence the need for a very short rifle)
Has anybody ever seen a product like that? Or do you have suggestions for carring a rifle on a long hike? Remember, When backpacking, your shoulders, waise and chest are all covered in straps, so a conventional sling would be very difficult to use.
Has anybody ever seen a product like that? Or do you have suggestions for carring a rifle on a long hike? Remember, When backpacking, your shoulders, waise and chest are all covered in straps, so a conventional sling would be very difficult to use.