RE: Best round for 30-06
MT^Boy-----I' ve used an 06 for years. Your current bullet is one I' ve used for black bears & elk here in Colorado. A 180 grain bullet is my choice & I' ve never had a problem on elk, mule deer, bear. I' ve used the standard Winchester PP or Remington " Core-Lokt" . I' ve drawn a sheep & goat tag a couple years ago----I handloaded a 180 Grain " Hornady Spire Point" for them, I' ve also used that bullet on elk with success. I will probably go back to factory loads when I' ve used up this last batch of handloads. IMO, if your rifle like the 180 grain Winchester PP---then use it---it will handle both black bear & elk. Good Luck & Good Hunting !