Ultimate Backpack

Jason has spoiled himself for an upcoming North Dakota mule deer hunt.  He ordered a Sportsman's Outdoor Products (SOP) Horn Hunter G2 Day Pack.  They run $110 and are worth every penny.  It has 17 separate compartments, six of which you can access while it's on.  The padding is tremendous, the handle is grippy, and it  holds a hydration system.  It's also made in the USA.

This pack is every man's dream.  You can strap your bow to it, as Jason is demonstrating below.

There are a few other  SOP packs available through our supplier.  The Forky  is $55 & Mainbeam is $150.  They also offer a fanny pack & a shoulder sling style.  Just let us know if your interested in Jason's style or you can come read the details on the other varieties.

Thrifty Tip

Have you ever lost the rubber band on your grunt?  It holds the reed at different call settings.  Jason was looking over his gear and noticed his was gone.  After searching my hair bands for a tiny little one, the idea hit me.  A Rage broadhead replacement o-ring, and it fit perfectly!  If you need one, we have a good supply & they only cost .29!

Deep Six?

Have you seen the mysterious advertisement?


"The woods are about to get a whole lot bloodier."

The crazy thing is that they even have a website with no information, other than the count down.

Deep Six

Could it be a six bladed broadhead? 

Safety First

As far as bow safety goes, regular string replacement is at the top of the list.  We see a lot of crusty old bowstrings come in through the shop.  It puts a smile on Jason's face to see a fresh, pliable string go out the door.  The last thing we want is for anyone to break a string & get hurt. 

The brands we can get include:

Zebra

Darcon

Oneida

Fast-Flight

Stone Mountain

Vapor Trail (Youtube commercial)

Octane (technical Youtube video!)

But first, lets delve into string basics.  Essentially a bowstring is twisted fibers made into a single cord.  In history, they used hemp, sinew, vegetable fibre, bamboo, silk, mohair and Rettan.  Currently companies twist things like Dyneema, VTX, synthetic High-Modulus Polyethelyn (HMPE), Vectran, Dacron B-50 & more. Simply stated, these are synthetic fibers or man made & not organic. Some claim there will be zero stretch, others come "prestretched".  String "creep" is defined as unrecoverable elongation.  If unstretched, a person may need to twist their string more on a bow press to try and shorten it back up.

Most strings require a "break in" period, which is usually only a few rounds of practice shooting.  VaporTrail claims only 10 shots!!!  You might notice the peep sight turn a bit initially from the string use.  Once this works itself out & you get it turned right & it stays, you'll be good to go. 

If you've just got to have a special color combination, there are an array of colors (300!!!) available for special order through most bow string companies.  You might think this would take time, but VT offers 3 day delivery guaranteed!

Have more questions?  Check out Zebra's FAQs,

BE PREPARED

Well, are you all set for Saturday?  The weather has cooled down, now lets just hope the wind subsides!


I saw a little inspiration out my window this morning!


OPENER CHECKLIST:

1. HANG TREE STANDS
2. SIGHT IN BROADHEADS
3. *BUY LICENSE*
4. ATTACH QUIVER
5. CHECK SAFETY HARNESS
6. PREPARE HUNTING CLOTHES
7. CHECK BACKPACK CONTENTS
8. REFILL THERMACELL CARTRIDGE & BUTANE
9. CHECK RANGEFINDER & CAMERA BATTERIES
10. MAKE ROOM IN THE FREEZER!



COMMON BACKPACK CONTENT:

*release*
range finder
gloves
face mask or paint
knife and latex gloves
folding saw
pull up rope
headlamp or flashlight
cover scent in spray bottle
flagging
wet wipes and/or t.p.
map, compass and/or GPS
butt out tool
bone(T) saw
dragging rope
grunt, bleat
emergency blanket
flint starter or waterproof matches
camera
first aid kit
DNR regulation handbook
binoculars


GOOD LUCK TO EVERYONE & STAY SAFE!

Black Bear Links

Some of you are currently pursuing the elusive black bear.  They are so keen & unbelievably quiet, it's fascinating.  Here are some good links to more information.  Good luck out there & be careful!

Basic Info


Paquettes Camp


Bear Hunting Magazine

Here is an amazing bear taken in Orr, Minnesota.  The Florida man did not use a guide.  The bear dressed out at 662 pounds!  This was his first bear ever taken.  Duluth News Tribune

Big Shooter

We have a new product in our shop called the "Big Shooter".  This large racked, 3D deer target gives you the real scenario practice that makes all the difference!  It has a 25% larger insert than before.  It's designed to take any arrow tips.  The price is right, at $99.99 + tax. 

HAPPY LABOR DAY WEEKEND!

THE COUNTDOWN TO ARCHERY SEASON OPENER IS ON !