Archived Hamping, or why I only go backcountry or nothing (fatpeoplehate)
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Archived Hamping, or why I only go backcountry or nothing (fatpeoplehate)
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[–] Literallycant [S] 0 points 1 point 1 point (+1|-0) ago
Mainly polar bears. When you hike in polar bear country the govt strongly recommend a firearm. Never had to use it knock wood. Typically a bear banger is enough for black or cinnamon bears but I've yet to meet a grizzly and I really don't want to
[–] RedditThoughtPolice 0 points 1 point 1 point (+1|-0) ago (edited ago)
Totally off topic. But i feel like you should hear this:
I grew up going hunting in Alaska and fishing in Montana. My first summer job was guiding fly fishing tours on the Ruby river. I have only had a few close encounters with bears and only once did I use spray. It worked like magic. It has been thoroughly tested and is the superior way to stop an aggressive bruin. That said, I still carried a raging bull 454, but honestly felt it to be a useless dead weight. One that I wouldn't even trust to stop a charging polar or grizzly. To stop the bear before it gored you, you would have to directly hit the heart or the brain-stem. And a grizzlies skull is so thick. It's practically a plate of armor.
Grab some bear spray. It's lighter, easier to use effectively, and cheap. I would hate to see a fellow shitlord be bear-food. You don't have to trust me, just research for yourself. 99% of experts will tell you the same thing.
[–] Literallycant [S] ago
We have that as well. It's licensed in the same way as a firearm where I live. But glad to know it will work!!