Cold-weather hunting can reward the prepared and punish the stubborn. This field-tested clothing and gear guide will help you stay warmer, hike smarter, glass longer, and avoid turning a good mountain hunt into a frozen sufferfest.
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Cold Weather Hunting Gear That Beats Misery
BY Kristy Titus Published: October 5, 2026 { 0 comments }Best Rifle Slings (2026): Hunting, AR & Leather
BY Kat Ainsworth Published: August 19, 2026 { 2 comments }If you’ve ever been on a spot-and-stalk or a long hunt toting a rifle without a sling you have probably found yourself realizing just how useful they can be. Check out our top five deer rifle sling picks.
Best 300 BLK Ammo for Hunting (2026): 8 Loads Tested
BY Robert Sadowski Published: July 27, 2026 { 0 comments }It took me a few years to warm up to the 300 BLK cartridge after SAAMI blessed the round in 2011. The 300 BLK has been around for a lot longer.
Milwaukee M12 Heated Vest Crushes Cold
BY David R. Vaught, Ph.D. Published: December 8, 2025 { 0 comments }I wanted less bulk and more warmth for cold marsh sits. Milwaukee’s M12 Axis heated vest delivered instant core heat, real wind and water resistance, and all-day comfort without choking my gun mount.
Cooler Competition: Yeti vs. Grizzly
BY Kat Ainsworth Published: August 3, 2025 { 1 comment }f you’re in the market for a good quality cooler to take hunting, you’re in the right place. I’m going to tell you which cooler is better—Yeti or Grizzly.
Go Small or Go Home! Maven’s Compact B.3 Binoculars Are Superstars
BY Brian McCombie Published: July 8, 2024 { 0 comments }The Maven B.3 provids sharp, clean images, with controls that adjust quickly. All this in a small package that weighs just over a single pound and fits into my hand.
Barronett Blinds Hi-Five See-Through Hunting Blind
BY Mitchell Graf Published: July 8, 2024 { 0 comments }This unique 1-way fabric provides a great field of view from the inside while appearing completely camo from the outside.
Getting Down and Dirty with “The Kit” from Two Vets Tripods
BY Mitchell Graf Published: May 6, 2024 { 0 comments }This versatile tripod has proven itself valuable for various applications, including glassing with spotting scopes and providing a solid platform for shooting with rifles weighing nearly 20 pounds.
Turkey Hunting Essentials
BY Kristy Titus Published: April 7, 2024 { 0 comments }As we gear up for the season, ahead investing time into our preparation ensures that we are equipped with the essentials and are ready for the hunt. When it’s time to hunt, just grab a quick cup of coffee and we’re ready to hit the woods!
Eberlestock Team Elk V2: Backcountry Hunting Pack Review!
BY Mitchell Graf Published: April 7, 2024 { 0 comments }Maintaining the exceptional patented rifle-back scabbard and a robust aluminum frame designed for bearing heavy loads, the Team Elk V2 goes a step further by incorporating an innovative meat-carrying system.









