I have a scoped .243 I need to some how mount on my sled. Don't know where to start. I have an entice 250 I would like to use for hunting. it is nice and small for getting through thick bush. I usually Carry a back pack with me with my supplies in it suck as first aid kit, calls water snacks and such. I was wondering if a rifle scarbber with molle attachments would work since my back pack already has the on it. but I don't know if the pack is big enough to handle a rifle hanging off it. or if it would be better to some how strap a hard case to the hood. If any one has any ideas let me know. Would also like to see some other set ups. I also thought of some kind of sled to tow behind to carry all he gear and what not, just worried about the moisture tho
Help! Carrying rifle on Sled yote hunting.
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I would try to attach your scabbard to the tunnel. It is out of the way and protected from the bush etc. I attach my skis that way. Pop rivet some straps to your tunnel and slide the scabbard in place. Do not like the hood idea as that tends to take a beating while bushwacking. Skimmers come in all sizes and shapes. Get a narrow one with a short reach, they follow better in tight spaces. The track will fill the skimmer with snow so a good cover is needed. You want to design something that is convenient to open and close, and fairly snow proof.
Your scabbard should be able to handle the banging and crashing, I would guess. I have only used the method mentioned with skis but it should work for a rifle. It should be firmly attached to the tunnel and will be riding inside your leg. This helps protect it from branches etc and being you can feel it while riding you always know where it is.
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We used to carry ours slung over our shoulder and across our backs with the sling. We would tape the muzzle so no snow would get in and stretch and tape a heavy wool sock over the scope. It wasn't pretty but it was fast if we happened to push a yote or wolf off the bait on the way in giving us a shot.
That's how we carry our rifles when hunting woods bison. Across the back or across the chest. Either way works.
Methinks it should work hunting coyote.
Ted
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Covered in 2014: http://www.canadiangunnutz.com/foru...Carrying-rifle-on-a-snowmobile?highlight=Sled
Some good info and pics ...
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Some good info and pics ...
I used the Kolpin Gun Boot, modified the bracket to fit on cargo sides (vertical). If I would do it again I would use the Kolpin 6.0 as it has an angled top that hinges. The standard kolpin must be yanked off, not good if you need it in a hurry.
Sorry, only have low resolution pics, you should get the idea though.
Only had to make some spacers and get longer bolts to fit. Tip rest on running boards.
I have also heard some use a leather scabbard attached to the hood, with butt of rifle ponting backwards and up.
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As big and awkward as those Kolpin hard cases are, I'd be tempted to try and
fasten one of them on the sled somehow.
Anything else and your shooter will be soaking wet to the final destination.
Make sure to bring a clean/dry rag and a small can of your favorite oil/lube.
fasten one of them on the sled somehow.
Anything else and your shooter will be soaking wet to the final destination.
Make sure to bring a clean/dry rag and a small can of your favorite oil/lube.
I would carry my rifle in a case alongside the tunnel. Rivetted on straps. Kept the rifle free from snow, and protected in the event of a rollover.
I have seen rifles broken in half when slung on the back - and the driver got thrown.
Wouldn't carry a slung rifle except in a case or light snow cover. Snow gets everywhere.
I have carried a rifle slung across my chest, under my arms when approaching caribou, but wouldn't travel like that.
If a cased rifle is carried on a komatik, tie it alongside the load, not on top.
I have seen rifles broken in half when slung on the back - and the driver got thrown.
Wouldn't carry a slung rifle except in a case or light snow cover. Snow gets everywhere.
I have carried a rifle slung across my chest, under my arms when approaching caribou, but wouldn't travel like that.
If a cased rifle is carried on a komatik, tie it alongside the load, not on top.
Cranky Pants
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I have carried mine in a soft case along the tunnel, foot holds the front in and bungee cords hold the back tight. Only problem is the vibrations seem to wear a hole in the front of the case and exposes the muzzle. Heavy rubber would stop this.
