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Guns

The Hottest New Hunting Rifles from SHOT Show 2025

This year's list of new guns contains everything from high-tech muzzleloaders to ultralight

Brad Fitzpatrick

Weatherby Range XP 2.0 Rifle: Valuable Upgrades, Fantastic Performance

Weatherby produces handsome and accurate rifles; the Model 307 Range XP 2.0 follows in that

Scott Ergas

Spandau Arms Premier Field Over/Under Shotgun Review

Reliable, classy and budget friendly over/under for all of your scattergun pursuits.

Colton Heward

The Best Elk and Deer Crossover Cartridges and Why

If you're going to grab Ol' Betsy to fill the freezer on a combo hunt, make sure she's the

Craig Boddington

The Booming Popularity of Modern Lever Guns

Modern lever guns aren't just racy and cool; they're actually practical.

Joseph von Benedikt

Ammo

Load Up: The Best New Ammunition for 2025

Whether you're a dedicated duck hunter, a whitetail deer fanatic, or are looking forward to

Brad Fitzpatrick

Federal's 7mm Backcountry: A New High-Performance Cartridge Launched

Federal unveils the 7mm Backcountry, claiming 3,000 FPS out of a 20-inch barrel with 170-class

Joseph von Benedikt

Testing Nosler's New Whitetail Country Ammunition

Nosler introduces its first offering just for deer hunters.

David Draper

Are Slug Guns Obsolete? Pros, Cons, Relevancy, and Nemesis

The new wave of straight-wall cartridges has reduced demand for slug guns among deer hunters,

Brad Fitzpatrick

High Quality Ammo For Your 2024 Success

You wouldn't skimp on tags, so why would you cut corners on high quality ammo?

The Editors

Optics

Hot From SHOT: The Best New Optics For Hunters in 2025

From rangefinders to binoculars and spotting scopes, we have all the best new optics gear for

Brad Fitzpatrick

5 Sure Fire Ways to Utilize a Leupold DeltaPoint Pro

A versatile reflex red-dot that beckons to be utilized for hunting and training.

Colton Bagnoli

Leupold BX-4 Pro Guide HD Gen 2 Binoculars: Multifaceted

Leupold has a full lineup of BX-4 Pro Guide HD Gen 2 Binoculars that have you covered in any

Colton Bagnoli

Shinenyx's Scope and Monocular Thermal Prowess Rule the Night

Blending night vision with thermal imaging, Shinenyx's Aim 101 scope & G 1A fusion monocular

Jace Bauserman

Leupold BX-4 Range HD Binoculars: Important Consolidation

The Leupold BX-4 Range HD TBR/W 10X42mm Binos offer critical calculations and awesome in the

Colton Bagnoli

Bowhunting

Hunting Annual Gear Guide Editor's Choice: Archery 2024

Our Editor's have selected their favorite archery gear for 2024.

The Editors

Fixed vs. Mechanical: Which Broadhead Type Is Best For You?

Should you shoot a fixed-blade broadhead or a mechanical one? And once you decide, here are

Jace Bauserman

Top New Products from the ATA Show 2024

Check out our top picks for new archery gear of 2024

Dale Evans

The Best Compound Bows of 2024

Here are the latest bowhunting rigs for the new year.

Jace Bauserman

The Best Backcountry Bow Gear of 2023

These are our top picks for archery gear that is worthy of taking on backcountry pursuits this

Colton Heward

Best Broadheads For Western Big Game in 2023

With archery seasons just around the corner, it's time to check out the best broadhead options

Dale Evans

Knives

These Six Great Outdoor Knives Won't Let You Down

One item that most hunters overlook is a quality blade in their pack.

Jace Bauserman

New for 2021: New Kits, Replaceable-Blade Knives from Old Timer

The Camp Kit and Lightweight Field Dressing Kit, and a replaceable-blade series are

Petersen's Hunting Staff

5 New Knives for Hunters

From fixed blades to folders, here are the blades we'll be carrying during hunting season.

David Draper

Wild Game Processing: Get the Edge

From field dressing wild game to prepping it for the table, a chef is judged by the blade of

David Draper

Replaceable Blade Knives

These replaceable blade knives are all the rage–but do they measure up when put to the test?

Kali Parmley

Clothing

6 Best Electronic Heated Hunting Clothes for Cold Weather

Electronic heated hunting clothes can be beneficial in the field, but you need to understand

Brad Fitzpatrick

How to Assemble a Strategic Late Season Layering System

Burrrrr it's cold...Colton Bagnoli shares his layering system to keep you warm, functional,

Colton Bagnoli

How To Create The Perfect Archery Elk Layering System

Few hunts expose the body to more weather extremes than archery elk hunting in the mountains.

Jace Bauserman

These Are The Best Picks For A Cold Weather Clothing

Colder temperatures are among the best conditions to hunt big game. Here is some go-to gear to

Jace Bauserman

Tested Tough: Meindl Kibo GTX Hunter 600 Cold-Weather Boots

Warm, durable footwear for hunting in extreme temperatures and conditions.

David Draper

Camping

Here's Why You Should Use A Practical Tipi This Year

Tipis have been used for centuries and new lightweight materials make them perfect for

Kali Parmley

In-Depth Look At Top Proven Sleeping Bags For Backcountry Pursuits

A restful sleep can make all the difference when hunting in the backcountry—and having a good

Kali Parmley

How To Keep Comfortable During Extended Mountain Hunts

These are some key pieces that come in handy for several uses on a prolonged hunt.

Jordan Voight

Top-Rated Water Purification Systems for the Backcountry Hunter

When it comes to backcountry health, few things trump the importance of clean water.

Jace Bauserman

Carrying the Kitchen Sink

It's vitally important to have the right pack size and frame fit before heading off the grid.

Kali Parmley

Accessories

Vortex Releases a Full Lineup of Glasspak Pro Accessories

Glasspak Pro accessories put all your tools at your fingertips.

Vortex Press Release

Tested True: BOG's DeathGrip Lineup

No matter the hunt or terrain, BOG's DeathGrip Family is ready to meet and exceed your demands

Jace Bauserman

Holiday Gift Guide for Hunters

Here's our list of field-ready items that are sure to make a perfect gift for special hunter

The Editors

Top Reasons I Don't Like Muzzle Brakes On Hunting Rifles

Sure, muzzle brakes can reduce recoil, but they also increase muzzle blast. For the author,

Brad Fitzpatrick

10 Best Binocular Harnesses Based On Performance

Strap in and buckle up. We test the 10 best binocular harnesses.

Andrew McKean

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