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    review of 3 bird hunting dogs

    Beagle – this dog is one of the most well-known scent hounds in the world due to its energy and lovely disposition. The breed was born by mixing the Harrier with other famous hounds in the Great Britain. These animals have been used in packs or alone to hunt not only pheasant but also other birds.
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    dog boots: the conundrum continues

    Scott B. called with a question I’ve had a LOT of personal experience with: dog boots. This topic has generated more frustration among more hunters than almost any other (besides over/under vs. side-by-side).
    Whether it’s cactus or lava rock, our pooches’ paws sometimes need a little help if we’re going to hunt more than a day [...]
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    review: reliance fold-a-carrier water container

    I’ve used the Reliance Fold-A-Carrier 2.5 and 5 gallon water containers for years for extended back-country camping. This will be a short review:
    PROS

    Lightweight < 1lb for the 5 gallon
    Compact. They fold down to a small packable size
    Fairly impervious to freezing conditions. I have had these in sub-10 degree weather and the water can freeze but [...]
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    review: rivers west waterproof jacket and pants – stalker ambush h2p

    I’ve hunted for years and gone through a lot of gear; especially the clothes you need when out for extended periods of time in the wilderness. Note this review is written from the perspective of a hunter in Colorado who hikes around a lot during the day in the hunting seasons spanning from September through [...]
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    scentLok revisted


    Hello all,

    It has been a minute since I have posted. I spent my summer loving and enjoying my family and didn’t take the time to post. I hope that all have had similar experiences with their families as they are a true blessing in every since of the word.

    Fall approaches… I know it sure doesn’t seem that way with temps reaching in the 90’s everyday, but it is. The bow season starts the last week of September here in Tennessee. And so…. I need to go shoot my bow from now until bow season is over. I have been out a few times this summer but admittedly I don’t shoot much when it is hot.

    reflex excursion compound bow review


    Hello All,

    Today I will be reviewing the Reflex Excursion Compound Bow.

    Bow Rating: 5/5

    “Short, lightweight, and forgiving, with its alloy riser, Reflex Split Limbs, and the zippy 75% let-off Slam & 1/2 Performance System… Brace height: 8-3/8”; axle-to-axle length: 34-1/2”. IBO speed: 295 fps. Weight: 3 lbs., 15 oz. Color: Realtree Hardwoods Green? HD?.” Bass Pro Shops description of the Excursion.

    Let’s start off by saying, take a look at the Hoyt line up. Do you see any resemblance to the Reflex Excursion? That is because this bow is made by Hoyt. The “Slam and a Half” cam system is very similar to the “Cam and a Half” that Hoyt puts out. In fact the riser and overall design looks very similar to the Hoyt offerings. See for yourself: www.hoyt.com

    copper john dead nuts hunter series bow sight

    Hello All,

    Today I am going to review the Copper John Dead Nuts Hunter Series Bow Sight.

    Sight Review Points: 3.5/5

    I love this sight and have had the sight for 2 seasons. Here are the things that I like about the sight. First, it is light weight. This becomes important the more you shoot or carry your bow in the woods. Heavier options wear your arm out sooner.

    Now you could buy lighter sights but… this brings me to the next point. It has an light weight aluminum construction. If you have ever owned the lighter plastic material sights you know what I am going to say before I say it. They are a waste of money but an even bigger waste of time. Why?

    2009 honda big red 700 MUV side by side video review

    Video of the new 2009 Honda Big Red 700 MUV Side by Side

    Honda finally jumps into the side by side market with what they are calling their MUV unit (Multi-Purpose Utility Vehicle). After 15 years of development and research, Honda has finally come up with what they are calling a multi-functioning side by side that is great for work and recreation.

    I was recently invited by Honda to their press introduction of their new Big Red MUV. What a blast it was! The ride took place on Catalina Island off the coast of California. This island granted special permission to Honda to bring out their new Big Red MUV units and ride some of the back dirt roads. The ride time was actually a little shorter than normal events like this, but Honda did things right in presenting a great new vehicle to the market with a little different approach.

    benelli nova shotgun review

    Hello All,

    Today I am going to review the Benelli Nova 12 Gauge Pump Shotgun.

    Review score: 5/5 stars

    Here’s what Benelli says about their shotgun:

    “Just when everyone thought that the pump action shotgun couldn’t be improved, Benelli unveiled the Nova Pump. Completely original and innovative, the Nova Pump incorporates its polymer stock and lightweight receiver into a single unit for unsurpassed strength and weather resistance. Italian styling and high-tech ergonomics, such as distinctive grooves on the pistol grip and fore-end in place of conventional checkering, complement the Nova’s innovative engineering.

    With dual-action bars and rotary head locking lugs, the Nova will handle anything from target loads to 3½” magnums. To help dampen the recoil of today’s super-heavy magnum loads, the Nova 12-gauge is specially designed to accept a Benelli recoil reducer.