Hyde
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- Joined
- Dec 30, 2022
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After two previous failed attempts to make it to Africa, I am booked for 10 days in Eastern Cape at the end of May 2025. Airfare is booked on Emirates and Airlink. Hopefully life will cooperate this time and I’ll finally make it. A couple of questions for the group. What kind of weather should I expect the last week or so of May?
Regarding gaiters, are they typically only worn with shorts? Is there a preferred style if wearing long pants?
I’m taking a 30-06 and 375HH, probably only really need the 30-06, but eland may tempt me and having an H&H in Africa just seems right. I’ve shot partitions my whole life, and the 06 will be loaded with 180’s. I’m considering what bullets to use in the 375. Lighter, or just stick with 300’s? Would your answer change if I decided to take only the H&H?
Last question for now: what about a camera? I have great DSLR stuff and decent lenses but I’m not sure about hassling with that. Is there a great compact option that you might recommend ($1000 or less).
Regarding gaiters, are they typically only worn with shorts? Is there a preferred style if wearing long pants?
I’m taking a 30-06 and 375HH, probably only really need the 30-06, but eland may tempt me and having an H&H in Africa just seems right. I’ve shot partitions my whole life, and the 06 will be loaded with 180’s. I’m considering what bullets to use in the 375. Lighter, or just stick with 300’s? Would your answer change if I decided to take only the H&H?
Last question for now: what about a camera? I have great DSLR stuff and decent lenses but I’m not sure about hassling with that. Is there a great compact option that you might recommend ($1000 or less).