Essential Gear for the Traveling Hunter

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Navigation, water purification, organization, and weapon maintenance—you never know what the journey may throw at you, but you can be well-prepared.

The following compilation of gear should serve as pillars of packing that you are better with than without.

Garmin Tactix 8 Smartwatch

The new Tactix 8 smartwatch from Garmin provides a host of useful features including in-depth navigation, built-in speaker and microphone, dedicated rucking profiles, built-in LED flashlight, 24/7 health monitoring and more. Garmin also integrated Applied Ballistics into the new watch, allowing the travelling hunter to access their ballistic profiles wherever and whenever they are needed. Comes in both 47mm and 51mm sizes, as well as the option to choose between battery or solar power. $1,300-$1,600 | garmin.com

Kuiu Waypoint Roller 3000

Kuiu’s new Waypoint Roller 3000 is the ideal carry-on for the travelling hunter. It features dual main compartments and a front lid panel pocket for optimized organization while its molded polycarbonate bottom, paired with its 420-denier nylon lid, provides rugged durability wherever your hunting adventures take you. The interior is also fully padded providing an extra layer of protection for your gear during transit. $300 | kuiu.com

Real Avid Smart-Torq Kit

Real Avid’s new Smart-Torq Adjustable Limiter and X3 Driver Kit combines just about everything you need for on-the-go gunsmithing in a convenient travel-sized case. The limiter’s integrated precision clutch provides 15-65 in-lbs. of torque, making it ideal for precisely mounting rings, fastening your favorite scope and tightening any loose screws. The kit also includes a 12-piece bit set, hex-to-square adapter and a ½-inch socket. $100 | realavid.com

Sawyer Water Filtration

Simple water purifiers such as the Squeeze Water Filtration System from Sawyer are essential travel companions ensuring bug-free adventures. New from Sawyer is their partnership with CNOC, providing premium bags and bottles. Bags are currently available in both 750ml and 2-liter pouches, as well as a 1-liter bottle for maximum convenience for all your travels. $50-$65 | sawyer.com

Streamlight Megastream USB Flashlight

Streamlight’s new Megastream USB Flashlight is a great EDC light that, due to its compact size (5.3 inches, 5.4 ounces), easily doubles as a handy travel companion. While small in stature, the Megastream produces an impressive 1,800 lumen and 26,000 candela. The SL-B34 battery pack is easily charged inside or outside of the flashlight with the use of a USB-C cord and provides 2 hours of run time on its highest setting or 13 hours on its lowest setting. $148 | streamlight.com

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