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Silver Scent - Scent Elimination Products

SilverScent is a revolutionary scent-eliminating formula that utilizes patented silver nano-particles to fight odor at the molecular level. Human odor is caused by the ammonia produced by odor-causing bacteria on the surface of the skin.

SilverScent kills bacteria on contact, eliminates odor so you can hunt with confidence all day. SilverScent is organic, natural, safe on skin, and will NOT stain or fade clothing.

On Target - I have tried it all. Meaning all the cover scent clothing and sprays. Three weeks ago my buddies and I tried a new product, to us, and it was Silver Scent Products. We went to film some hog hunts and were told that there noses were as good as any. Well needless to say, we never found out. As the wind swirled in every direction we seemed to stay undetected from any approaching game. Whether it was deer or hogs, they were all over us. I tend to stick with products that don’t give me any problems and Silver Scent made the team. It’s a clean, reliable product that I would recommend to other fellow hunters.

Off Target - The product seems to work great. The real test will come this deer season. I will put the off target on me. I haven’t been able to really put the product to much testing. My bad on that and I will assure you that I will have a better synopsis on Silver Scent Products come the end of January.

If your looking for something new and reliable try Silver Scent Products. Check them out at: www.silverscentproducts.com

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Full Moon Productions “The Ride”

Take another ride with the FMP team as they are put on a mission. With twenty five thousand dollars on the table, they’ll have to enter the Utah high country and harvest the illusive mule deer. One ultimate goal, out smart the opponent. Man’s mind against Animal’s. With many exciting mule deer hunts, a moose harvest and bonus footage of a single coyote taking down a young buck, just feet from the hunter and cameraman.

On Target - Have you ever watched a movie where you’re following a characters life and all the sudden you bounce to the characters past and then back to the present? This is sort of the pattern FMP is taking in their outdoor filming meets the cinema production style. I like the fact that they are doing something different and thinking outside the box. Not to many outdoor productions do this. I think they did a good job on giving you that big screen movie feel.

Off Target - I’m not one to harp on someone trying to go outside the norm. Personally, that’s what I strive to do. I will say this though. I was a little disappointed in that when you start watching the video it feels like a movie but when they go to a hunt it is filmed just like any hunt is filmed on the Outdoor Channel. I would of thought they could of given the hunts more of a movie feel. It felt like I was switching the channel from a mobster movie to a Sunday afternoon hunting show.

If your looking for something a little different check it out at: www.fmpfullmoonproductions.com

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Grabber Warmers

Everyday air-activated hand, toe, foot and body warmers to keep you warm whether you’re enjoying outdoor activities, at work, or relaxing indoors. Grabber has the head-to-toe solution to keep you toasty and comfortable, no matter the temperature. All Grabber Warmers are designed for one-time, disposable use.

On Target - Portable heat in the palm of your hand. How can you beat that? The Grabber Warmers really last and the heat is almost instant. There great for us hardcore bowhunters who stick it out in the coldest of elements. I’ll side with anything that will help keep me in the woods a couple hours longer than the other guy.
Off Target - I have one flaw in the warmers. The foot warmers say that they can be worn under the toes or above the toes in your boot. I suggest you put them on top. A buddy of mine wore them underneath his toes and one of the packets busted. He now has black sock tips everytime he takes off his boot. He’s tried everthing to clean it out and it still lingers. Other than that, They’ll keep you toasty.
Get a couple packs for the upcoming cold weather hunting at: www.warmers.com
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Frogg Toggs New Pro Action suit

Frogg Toggs products are constructed with a patented process of three layers of polypropylene material with a center layer of microporous film. Because the pores are 20,000 times smaller than a water droplet, moisture cannot penetrate. Also, our patented seaming process eliminates needle holes and possible water entry.

Patented fabric keeps you cool even when your zipped up watertight, body vapors escape while wind and rain stay out, entire suit weighs less than 1 pound, and best of all you can pack it just about anywhere.

On Target - As Borat would say, “Very Nice”!

I just got back from shark and tarpon fishing the Keys and thank goodness I had my trusty Frogg Togg suit on board. The second day we got caught in a horrific down pour while fishing about an hour out. I was the only one with a Frogg Togg suit and it wasn’t going cheap. Needless to say the next day all the other guys had suits but as it always happens there was no rain. I will continue to carry the suit with me on all my trips. It’s small enough to not take up space yet important enough that it wouldn’t matter.

Off Target - As Borat would say, “Not so much”.

Not so much noise that is. The Frogg Togg suit is made to keep you dry and that’s what it does. The suit is perfect for just about anything except on a misty day in November. Your 27 foot high in a tree in Illinois and a 180 is closing the distance. Bow in hand and the wind in your favor. Is the suit on or off? I personally wouldn’t be wearing it. Now on a hard rain in rifle season, a mild rainy duck hunt, or a drizzling fly-fishing trip I’ll definitely be sporting one.

check out all the Frogg Togg gear at www.froggtoggs.com

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ThermaCell’s Mosquito Repellent System

Time in the field no longer has to include swatting bugs or messing with smelly sprays, greasy lotions or cumbersome netting. ThermaCELL®, the unique butane-operated mosquito repellent system, is the perfect hunting companion—small, portable and highly-effective, and it fits nicely into a pack or vest pocket.

ThermaCELL creates an odorless 15 x 15-foot comfort zone, which offers up to 98% effective protection against mosquitoes and other biting insects. With the click of a button, ThermaCELL is on and repelling insects. The complete comfort zone is created in under 10 minutes.

On Target- I don’t know about you but I hate nagging mosquitoes and those little tiny black biting flies. Nothing ruins a hunt more than to have those suckers flying in your eyes or ears while your trying to be still. When I first heard of the ThermaCell system I was a little skeptical because of several reasons; I thought there had to be an odor, what’s one going to cost, and that’s all I need is one more thing to add to my hunting arsenal. Well, I was surprised all around. I won’t go spring bear hunting or turkey hunting without one. They work and I think you’ll be surprised too. Next time you have one of those afternoon spring cookouts I suggest you set a ThermaCell system on your picnic table.

Off Target- While trying to pick this unit apart and find one thing that stuck out was stressful. I mean trying to find something wrong with a device that detours mosquitoes just feels wrong. I have come down to this. If your like me you probably carry to much in the woods anyway, what’s one more thing going to matter, right? OK, then you won’t have a problem strapping this unit that measures 7.5″x3″x1.5x at the top and 7.5″x1.5″x1.5″ at the bottom to your hip. That’s all I’m saying.

For more information on ThermaCELL’s complete line of products or store locations please visit www.thermacell.com or call 1-8-NO-SKEETERS (866-753-3837).

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Wolverine’s Canyon-High Goretex hunting boot

These boots provide ultimate Protection for the serious Outdoorsman. Wolverine boots are made to withstand the harshest conditions and keep your feet warm and dry all day.  Canyon-High boots feature Waterproof Nubuck leather with nylon upper, a breathable GORE-TEX® waterproof membrane lining, removable full-cushion insole, compression molded EVA foam midsole with camo wrap, Wolverine® Rubber Lug outsole, cement construction and a lightweight nylon shank that fights fatigue.

On target – I believe in being comfortable whether it’s the bow you shoot or the boots on your feet.  I’ve tried a lot of the boots out there, from inexpensive to top of the line, and I’ve found that pricier doesn’t always necessarily mean better.  This is one case where it does.  These are not your $60 local store-hunting boots that will last you a season at best. These are boots made for the long haul. And when they do wear out, several years down the road, you’ll want another pair just like them.  Trust me.

Off target – These boots are 10-inch high, but not all 10 inches are waterproof. There’s a flap that connects to the tongue mid way where they stop being waterproof.   Other than that, these boots are solid.

Check out their full line-up at www.wolverine.com 

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9 years old and already a Trophy Hunter

This 9 year old girl from the Yukon has possibly killed the new world record brown
bear while hunting the Alaskan Peninsula in October of 2006.

Skull size 33 1/16″, 11′ 9″ nose-to-tail. Estimated weight of 1,800 Lbs.

If you have any more info on the story let me know.

Thanks

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kwickee lite 4 By Kwickee Kwiver

LIGHTWEIGHT COMPACT QUIVER HOLDS LARGEST REGULAR BROADHEADS

This is a good-looking, lightweight, 4-arrow quiver for regular broadheads. ARCTIC-2® arrow holder and ultra-lock bracket locking system assures quiet, solid mounting on any bow. No accidental knock-offs. This is a quiver you’ll be proud to own.

On target – Well, they haven’t been Inside Archery’s Best Buy winner for 6 years, received the Dealer’s Choice for 8 years, or been Bowhunting Worlds Reader’s Choice for 12 years for nothing. Kwikee Kwiver has produced great arrow quivers for awhile now and is doing a very good job at it. These quivers are a great buy. They are lightweight, durable, the broadheads aren’t exposed and best of all, the price is reasonable.

Off target – If you’re like me, I always remove the quiver once I’m in my stand. Less is more when it comes to getting that perfect shot off. I have done it before and will probably do it again, and that’s losing the little screw that tightens the quiver to the bow after being snapped in. You just have to be careful not to unscrew the screw out too far and I seem to never remember that.

Find out more on Kwickee Kwiver at www.kwickeekwiver.com

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Tiger Whisker’s Wind Monitor

Pursuit Hunting Gear, a new manufacturer in the hunting products industry, introduces the Tiger Whiskers High Performance Wind Sensor for hardcore hunters. This hands-free device allows the hunter to constantly monitor the wind, detecting even the slightest change in direction. Unlike existing products, Tiger Whiskers allow the hunter to remain silent and motionless while maintaining constant visibility of his surroundings.

The “whiskers” in a Tiger Whiskers wind sensor consist of over 750 high-tech Kevlar micro-filaments. The micro-filaments naturally separate from one another, making them extremely sensitive to air currents. The whiskers are five times stronger than steel so they resist breaking and knotting, even if they become tangled in weeds, briars, clothing or gear.

For hands-free operation, Tiger Whiskers can be attached to virtually anything, including the barrel of a gun, a bow stabilizer, a tree stand or tree limb. Alternatively, the whiskers can be used in a hand-held manner, using their sturdy plastic carrying case as a handle.

On target –First off, I was already doing something similar. I used to just tie a piece of thread to the end of my stabilizer and it worked alright. But since I’ve been using the new Tiger Whisker, I doubt I’ll be digging in my grandma’s sewing kit anymore.

When still-hunting or stalking, I found the hands-free operation invaluable in maintaining a downwind position from my prey. I appreciate the ability to know at all times where my scent is being carried by the wind. This allows me to focus my attention on the hunt and where I need to take my shot before the animal travels downwind.

Off target – I have to say that the Tiger Whiskers wind sensor is a pretty flawless product. I am starting to hate this “Off target” part because products nowadays are so well designed. I suggest you use the product and let me know what you think. Myself, I would probably buy two packs for back up…and don’t forget where you place the pin shaped case.

For more information about the Tiger Whiskers wind sensor, visit http://www.pursuithunting.com/

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Bighorn Outdoors

I suggest you follow Team Bighorn as they travel America in search of heart pounding adventures to fit any outdoorsman’s budget. You’ll learn how to bow hunt bull elk in Colorado for under $800 and hunt huge whitetail in Ohio with just a $111 over-the-counter tag.  Plus, they provide some of the most exciting angling ever caught on video. Their tips and techniques will inspire you to expand your outdoor adventures. Team Bighorn’s productions air three times a week on The Men’s Channel.  Check it out.

On target- I really like Bighorn Outdoors direction.  They appeal to the average sportsman, showing how to hunt affordably and proving you don’t have to spend $2500 to $6500 on a fully guided private land hunt.  They also seem pretty down to earth; not like some of the big shots you see on some shows that need to loosen their hat bands to accommodate their big heads.

Off target- After watching a couple Bighorn Outdoor shows I came up with a couple of things I questioned.  First, while I was watching and getting into an intense hunt, all of the sudden I was serenaded by the Soggy Bottom Boys. I lost the feeling of being right there with the stalking hunter. I like the fact that Bighorn is doing something different with their music selection, but I’m not sure about the placement.  Second, was the over use of online bought jumpbacks from Digital Juice, which are already-made graphics used for editing purposes. Over use of them cheapen the production. Some original graphics would make a world of difference.

For more info on Bighhorn Outdoors and hunt swapping check out their site at: www.bighornoutdoors.com

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