We ran the Lucky Duck XHDi through real hunts and ugly weather. The flocked wings park black-up on command, the 2.0 remote just works, and the waterproof battery box plus long stake make this spinner a steady killer.
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Simple Gourmet: Spiced Black Bear Steaks
Published: March 2, 2026 { 5 comments }There’s a brown paper bag in my freezer right now whose sole purpose is to keep me from seeing the last two pieces of Antelope meat from last fall. If I see them, I’ll want to eat them, but I’m keeping them in reserve so I can compare them side by side with black bear meat. I’m trying to figure out which of the two is my favorite.
‘Holy Bleep’ — Young Huntress’ 365-Pound Surprise!
Published: March 2, 2026 { 0 comments }November 22, 2025, was supposed to be a simple ground-morning deer sit in Freedom, New York. Instead, it became the kind of hunt that gets talked about at camp for the next 50 years.
Costa Rica Affirms Its Hunting Ban: Here’s What It Means
Published: March 1, 2026 { 0 comments }If you’re a North American hunter hoping Costa Rica might one day reopen opportunities, this law makes it clear that’s not the direction they’re heading.
Holster Types Explained: IWB, OWB, Appendix, Pocket, Ankle and More
Published: February 12, 2026 { 0 comments }The main holster types are inside the waistband (IWB), appendix inside the waistband (AIWB), outside the waistband (OWB), pocket, ankle, shoulder, chest and off-body holsters. For most people who carry concealed every day, an IWB holster worn at appendix or strong-side hip is the best starting point, and OWB is the most comfortable and fastest [...]
Infitac IOL25 Thermal Review: Tiny Body, Big Wins
Published: February 7, 2026 { 0 comments }Tiny body, big utility. The Infitac IOL25 leans into features over raw pixels, delivering QD speed, offset red dot versatility, and a surprising kill flash that actually works.
Best .45-70 Rifles (2026): Henry, Marlin, S&W & More
Published: February 6, 2026 { 0 comments }The .45-70 is older than the Model T, and it still flattens anything in North America inside 200 yards. The best .45-70 rifles take a cartridge the U.S. Army adopted in 1873 and put it in handy, modern rifles. The .45-70 Government throws big, heavy bullets, typically 300 to 405 grains and up to 430 [...]
Primos ICON Calls: Heirloom‑Quality Tools — SHOT Show 2026
Published: February 1, 2026 { 0 comments }These are not mass‑market noise makers. They’re premium instruments built for hunters who care about sound quality, craftsmanship, and longevity.
Nocpix MATE Ultra: 1280 Thermal Clip-On — SHOT Show 2026
Published: February 1, 2026 { 0 comments }The company has not announced pricing or a firm launch date. Even so, the feature set signals a serious push into the high-end clip-on thermal market.
Browning Expands the Citori Line — SHOT Show 2026
Published: February 1, 2026 { 2 comments }Citoris range in price from $2,000 to over $9,000.









