November 05, 2020
By Haynes Shelton
Moultrie Deer Feeder Pro II Tripod The Deer Feeder Pro II Tripod is one of the most economical options for a reliable wildlife feeder. The tough polymer hopper will hold more than 150 pounds of corn and features the Pro II Hunter Feeder Kit with an adjustable funnel, plastic spin plate, ABS plastic housing, feed-level estimator, battery indicator and external power port. The feeder kit will feed up to 6 different times per day from 1 to 20 seconds per feeding. The Deer Feeder Pro II is easy to fill with the fill opening sitting at 5.5 ft. tall. ($139.99; moultriefeeders.com)
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Summit Viper SD Climber Stand The Viper SD is the most popular stand in the Summit lineup. Its lightweight and strong aluminum build make it the climber of choice for hardcore hunters. The padded backpack straps coupled with the upper and lower frames ability to pack tight against each other allow for maximum portability no matter how far the distance. Once you get there, stay for a while in the suspended foam-padded seat with cushioned backrest and padded armrests. The closed front allows for simple sit-and-stand climbing and doubles as a gun and crossbow rest. The large 20”x36” aluminum platform offers plenty of foot space to stand up for a bow shot, too. The Viper SD features Summit’s Dead Metal technology that allows you to move in the stand without creating game-spooking unnatural metal sounds. Padded seat, rail and armrest are decorated in Realtree camo for maximum concealment. ($329.99; summitstands.com)
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BaseMap Plan hunts, navigate terrain and share adventures like never before with BaseMap. This app has earned serious accolades with the digital mapping crowd, and it’s loaded with a full deck of weather features that provide instant access to temperature, barometric pressure, moon phase and the list goes on. Other top-end features like the Outdoor Journal, Season Dates, Species Range Maps, Property Boundary intel and the like is also worth a hat tip. (basemap.com)
Outdoor Edge It’s got the strength of a standard knife and the sharpness of a surgeon’s scalpel; it’s the new 3.5” RazorLite EDC. A black-oxide coated blade holder supports the Japanese 420J2 stainless razorblades, and blade removal requires only the depressing of a button. The double-molded handle sports rubberized TPR inserts to ensure zero hand slippage and the double-sided thumb stud allows for one-handed opening. The Razor-Lite EDC is available in multiple handle colors and comes complete with six replacement blades. (outdooredge.com)
Yeti Tote your beverages in style and comfort with Yeti’s Hopper M30. It’s perfect for hauling keep-cold camp goods. The coolers closure system, dubbed HydroShield Technology, has been fitted with a strip of strong magnets, which means the cooler basically closes on its own. For good measure, Yeti has included a pair of Quick-Release buckles to boost durability and make this cooler tough as nails. (yeti.com)
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Hunter Safety System Give the gift of safety with the Shadow harness. Weighing only 27 ounces, the Shadow is the lightest harness in HSS’ line of tried-and-true safety harnesses. Engineered to provide the wearer a comfortable fit, the Shadow also boasts tactical release buckles to ensure the unit goes on easily and has no dangling straps or weave-through buckles. The harness can be worn over lightweight clothing or heavy-weather apparel. (huntersafetysystem.com)
Gamekeepers Designed to block wind and keep moisture out, the laminated/bonded Harvester jacket is paired with a keep-you-warm inner Sherpa fleece for maximum heat retention. Two vertical side-zip pockets with lining and a welted front chest pocket provide room for the hands and other necessary gear. The zippered hood is fitted with toggle adjustments and is lined with Sherpa to prevent heat loss. The jacket is branded with a Gamekeeper logo patch on the chest and is a great all-season garment. (gamekeepersfieldwear.com)
Strike Force A durable, high-capacity feeder, Browning’s Strike Force Timer Tripod Feeder will hold 240 pounds of feed and the easy-to-use timer can be programmed to drop food up to six times per day. Of course, feed dispersal rates can also be modified to suit your feeding needs. A battery meter shows current charge levels and the Twist-Tight mounting system allows for easy, secure assembly. Browning has also launched a Photocell Tripod Feeder that can be adjusted according to different light levels. Both come with sturdy steel leg sections, a built-in varmint guard and a durable metal spin plate. (strikeforceoutdoors.com)
SEVR SEVR’s latest killer, the Titanium 1.5, was designed for maximum penetration on heavy-boned big game. A specially-engineered blade configuration that showcases a more swept-back angle lets the 420-grade stainless-steel, .032-inch thick blades penetrate deep and carve exceptional wound channels. (sevrbroadheads.com)
Realtree A classic pair of hunting pants makes a great gift any hunter, and Realtree knows it. The 6-Pocket Cargo Pant is cloaked with the manufacturer’s original camo pattern and provides the wearer a lightweight feel. These limited-edition leggings feature two front, two back and two cargo pockets. The cargo pockets have a depth of 8 inches and the waistband is elastic and fitted with belt loops. Underneath layering is possible, making these pants a go-to throughout the season. (store.realtree.com)
Primos A fits-easily-into-the-pack one-handed rattling system, the Rack-N-Roll mimics the sound of two bucks engaged in a sparring match. Designed in the Primos sound lab where an actual in-the-woods encounter of two 140-inch bucks was analyzed, this system features individually tuned nodes that match the sounds created by bucks in battle. (primos.com)
Conquest Scents Using heat, the ScentFire Electronic Scent Vaporizer Kit turns scented liquid into vapor and then sends that vapor out on the breeze. Much like the aroma of cooking foods, scent that has been turned to vapor is strong and able to reach the nostrils of distant deer. The vaporizer has a trio of dispersal modes that include: three-minute, one-minute and standby. Pre-filled cartridges of EverCalm, VS-1 or Rutting Buck last approximately 50 hours when the unit is set in the three-minute mode. The kit contains one ScentFire Vaporizer, one EverCalm Scent Cartridge and one remote control. (conquestscents.com)
ElimiShield An FDA-compliant, direct-to-skin scent control, HUNT Core Body Foam utilizes a proprietary nanotechnology that kills more than 99.99 percent of game-spooking human stink. Before heading afield, rub on a lather and get after it. The long-lasting formula was designed around the idea of all-day protection. The formula is alcohol-free, so skin dryness and damage are never a worry. Use the foam in combination with ElimiShield’s three-step odor elimination system for optimum results. (elimishieldhunt.com)
Alps OutdoorZ A top-end waterproof duffle, the Crusader X was constructed with 168OD TPU material, welded seams and a roll-top closure. Perfect for the bed of the truck or the bow of the boat, this bag is fitted with adjustable padded backpack straps and a padded handle wrap. Dual top compression straps suck gear down tight, and the duffle is available in Standard (2,800 cubic-inches) and Large (5,000 cubic-inches) sizes. Tote your gear to and from without the worry of moisture ever getting inside. (alpsbrands.com)
Easton With a pair of full-sized main bow compartments capable of harboring compounds up to 47 inches in length, the BowTruk is just the thing for the traveling archer. Eight interior and exterior accessory pockets make organization of sights, stabilizers, arrows and other gear easy. A double seatbelt system holds bows tight, and the Cordura 1680D Ballistic Nylon outer shell, originally developed for military body armor, make this case tougher than nails. Inside padding is dense and the case comes with triple field-replaceable roller bearing wheels. (eastonarchery.com)
