Innholdsfortegnelse for March / New Gear Guide 2017 i Petersen's Bowhunting

Amazingly Compact Ravin is this year’s new kid on the crossbow block, and the company is charging hard out of the gate. Ravin’s R9 features patented HeliCoil Technology that achieves an astonishingly narrow 6-inch axle-to-axle width when cocked, along with pinpoint long-range accuracy. HeliCoil Technology coils cables away from both the top and bottom of the cams in helical grooves to keep them perfectly balanced, and allows the cams to rotate 340 degrees while keeping them perfectly level for increased speed and downrange accuracy. It also allows the string and bolt to float freely above the rail, providing a quieter shot and vastly improved string life by eliminating string friction, noise and problems with vane clearance. And, it enables the Trac Trigger Firing System to create a perfectly balanced draw,…

Hillbilly Deluxe The Double Bull Double Wide Deluxe ground blind from Primos is so well made you just might decide to move in permanently! Featuring a 70-inch interior height, cavernous 77-inch width at the center hubs and 60-inch width at the base, the Double Wide Deluxe is loaded with exclusive Double Bull features such as a zipperless door that allows you to enter and exit in silence, silent-slide window adjustment system and an improved hub design that makes setup and tear down a breeze. The blind also features extremely durable, weatherproof fabric finished in Truth camouflage for the ultimate in concealment. The blind weighs 27 pounds with included carry bag. MSRP: $482.95 Contact: Primos, 601-879-9323;www.primos.com Scent-Free Safety Hunter Safety System is already known for making some of the most hunter-friendly…

Accuracy Redefined Bring on the tough uphill and downhill shooting angles! Nikon’s ARROW ID 7000 VR rangefinder is equipped with intuitive angle-compensating ID Technology, which provides actual distance in one mode and horizontal distance in another mode. HYPER READ gives quick and stable measurement, regardless of distance. The ARROW ID 7000 VR is compact, ergonomic and lightweight. It offers ½-yard accuracy out to 700 yards, and 1-yard accuracy at distances beyond 700 yards. The unit is waterproof and fogproof, and a wide field of view and large ocular provide easy viewing. Best of all, the ARROW ID 7000 VR features Nikon’s Optical Vibration Reduction Technology, delivering a clearer image despite inevitable hand jitters. MSRP: $399.95 Contact: Nikon, 800-645-6687; www.nikonsportoptics.com All the Proof You Need Primos Proof trail cameras give hunters…

Throwback FMJ Remember Easton’s Autumn Orange XX75 aluminum arrows popular from the 1970s-90s? Well, Easton is throwing back its FMJ with the limited-edition 6MM FMJ AO that closely resembles the XX75s of yesteryear with the modern performance of FMJs. It features the same base carbon core wrapped with a 7075-aluminum jacket as the regular 6MM shaft, but in a retro look all its own. Available in three spine sizes — 320, 390 and 470 — Easton offers the 6MM FMJ AO at a popular price point, giving archers the advanced performance of the FMJ in a throwback design that begs for attention. MSRP: $79.99 per 6 Contact: Easton, 801-539-1400; www.eastonarchery.com Stick It Real Good Trypanophobia is the fear of needles, and Rage’s new Hypodermic Trypan is perhaps the scariest broadhead…

Smell of the Woods Hunters can blend into their surroundings like never before with Dead Down Wind’s new line of Natural Woods scented products. Natural Woods products combine the proven, odor-eliminating enzymes used in other Dead Down Wind offerings with the calming scent of the real outdoors. Laundry detergent and dryer sheets lay the foundation for the Natural Woods scent. Once in the field, hunters can use field spray and field wash cloths to squash game-spooking odors. MSRP: $5.99-$14.99 Contact: Dead Down Wind, 816-421-4397; www.deaddownwind.com Giant Gobbler Turkey hunters are constantly plotting ways to outsmart wiley old gobblers. Montana Decoy has a new decoy that can help. The Fanatic XL is a larger-than-life decoy that is sure to catch the eye of any turkey in the area. The decoy features…

Military Grade When the Field Locker Mil-Spec Case Series was introduced for firearms in 2015, many hunters said they were the best cases ever engineered. Bowhunters now have the opportunity to get in the mix with the Plano Field Locker Compound Bow Case, which Plano says is “the finest and most durable hard molded bow case ever produced.” Watertight and dustproof, the case features Dry-Loc gaskets with exacting measurement to ensure your bow, arrows and all other accessories will not have to contend with the elements. A reinforced shell prevents damage while riding in the back of a pickup, airline travel, or exposure to rain, ice or mud. Other features include a pressure relief valve, ball-bearing urethane wheels for easy transport, a foam interior for custom fit and extra-wide, heavy-duty…

Long on Stability Mathews is following up on the success of its 2016 HALON with the new HALON 32. Measuring 32 inches between the axles, this new rig offers an enhanced string angle and superior stability, while still delivering IBO arrow speeds up to 350 fps. Like the original HALON, the HALON 32 is powered by Mathews’ highly efficient CROSSCENTRIC Cam that employs a partially concentric string payout and AVS technology to produce a stealthy draw and consistent accuracy. The system’s true-center nocking point ensures straight and level nock travel, enhancing shot-to-shot consistency. Other highlights of the HALON 32 include Mathews’ FlatBack Grip, along with a Harmonic Damper and Harmonic Stabilizer to reduce post-shot noise and vibration. The HALON 32 is available with brace heights of 5, 6 or 7…

React Gets Even Better Innovation drives the archery industry, and the same is true for the original React sights from Trophy Ridge, which are now replaced by the 2017 React H5 series sights — a lighter, sleeker version of the original. This 5-pin sight utilizes Trophy Ridge’s exclusive React Technology, which allows shooters to sight-in their bows using only two pin adjustments, making you dead-on accurate at any distance. Sight in 20 and 30 yards, and the 40-, 50- and 60-yard pins set automatically. That’s the pure genius behind React Technology and the highlight of the new React H5 series sights. MSRP: $149 (black); $159 (Realtree) Contact: Trophy Ridge, 800-694-9494; www.trophyridge.com Detachable Edge Spot-Hogg’s Edge Swap is the market’s first quick-detach arrow rest. It utilizes the same features as the…

Packable Protection Hunters often rely on the weather for success. However, the weatherman isn’t always right, and bad weather can spring up at any time. Luckily, NOMAD offers a waterproof, breathable, 100 percent polyester CYA Packable Hoodie. This essential layering garment is windproof and light enough to pack into its own bag or stow almost anywhere. Additional features include a three-piece articulated hood with draw cord, draw-corded hem, Velcro cuff closure and underarm zip venting. Available in sizes S-XXXL. MSRP: $99.99 Contact: NOMAD, 800-226-7956; www.nomadoutdoor.com History Meets Technology The 2017 Danner Powderhorn is the culmination of more than 85 years of boot-making experience combined with today’s top technology. Backcountry hunters push themselves and their gear to the limit, sometimes even beyond. That’s why Danner built the Powderhorn, a full-grain leather…