Sorry that this is probably a question you guys always get. As i am a new member and i need some opinions on what to buy. I thought i would join. With that said...

Icurrently have a 30-06 It has to much of a kick for me. There is no since in practicing when i get so nervous about the kick and I can't hit the target. I want a lighter gun to carry but i want enough power to kill a elk, with not such a big kick as a 30-06. There is also a relay that you can screw into the end of the barrel which takes away the kick BUT it is louder than heck i guess. The reasons that i'm looking for a new gun is because yes it's WAY to heavy to carry in the woods. What do you guys think?

I would like to get a gun in the next couple of weeks. I leave to go hunting in less than a month and i would like to practice with it before i get in the woods.

I have also posted this on a different forum i am registered at and alot of guys told me to get the Winchester 270.