The wrong bullet selection, and crappy shooters is what 80%of peoples opinions are based on in this forum.
You said a mouth full there!!!!!
I've used a 7mm Rem. mag. a LOT, also a 30-06. I've seen 7 mags do a number on brown bear useing 175 NP's, it's more than is really needed for caribou. Works really well on big bears with above bullet!
The 7 mag. is about the only magnum i like these days, and i don't even own one. I do have a 7 Express Rem. (280 Rem.) that flattens caribou, no problem at all!!
Best all around cal. i've ever had in my hands or laid eyes on is the tried and true 30-06!! IMHO it's the best round cartridge ever invented for all around big game hunting in north america!
Drilling Man