Innholdsfortegnelse for March/New Gear Guide 2018 i Petersen's Bowhunting

No matter how long you’ve been bowhunting, I bet you remember your first bow. Mine was a used PSE Mach 8 bought from Archery @ the Glenn in Allentown, Pa. That rig was my most prized possession, and I loved it with the kind of irrational affection men typically reserve for such trivial things as boats and pickup trucks. Back in the late 90s, the Mach 8 was among the finest hunting bows ever built. I actually dug a March 1997 issue of BOWHUNTING from the company archives to refresh my memory on some of the particulars, including 80 percent letoff (quite notable for the time), a 40-inch axle-to-axle length (highly maneuverable!) and an advertised “speed” rating (if you can call it that) of 230 fps. Clearly, this was before…

Long-Range Accuracy MISSION CROSSBOWS Mission has completely revamped its crossbow division for 2018 with an all-new Mission Crossbows brand separate from the company’s compound bows and a remarkable new flagship model in the SUB-1 — so named for its ability to shoot sub-1-inch groups at 100 yards. One key to the SUB-1’s outstanding accuracy is the patented, high-letoff Synch X cam system that eliminates horizontal nock travel and creates controlled acceleration for smoother, more consistent shooting. The SUB-1’s accuracy is also enhanced by a patented, CNC-machined, aluminum rail that eliminates vertical nock travel and the crisp, 3.4-pound, match-grade Benchmark Fire Control Trigger. Fit and feel on the SUB-1 are first-rate thanks to the rifle-inspired stock that allows for six length-of-pull adjustments and 1 ¼ inches of adjustment in the comb…

Small Package, Big Performance BARRONETT BLINDS The new Ox 4 from Barronett Blinds is designed for hunters who want big performance in a smaller package. Measuring 60 inches square at the base, 77 inches square at the center hubs and 72 inches tall, the Ox 4 is designed to accommodate two hunters. It features Barronett’s Oxhide premium bonded fabric and rugged HD construction, with a soft, low-sheen, color-rich Backwoods camouflage layer bonded with a rugged, no-scratch, black interior layer. The Ox 4 also features Barronett’s Ninja adaptable window system, allowing hunters optimal heights and gaps for multiple setups. The Ox 4 weighs 28 pounds and comes with a backpack-style carrying case. Brush holders, ground stakes and tie-down cords are included. MSRP: $249.99 CONTACT: 715-822-2415; www.barronettblinds.com More Room, Less Weight NEW…

Quality Redefined BROWNING TRAIL CAMERAS True 4K video clips and 32-megapixel image capabilities are two of many reasons game-monitoring freaks will love Browning’s Recon Force 4K trail camera. The camera has an integrated 2-inch color viewing screen for in-field reviewing, and it provides an SD card-management feature that can overwrite the oldest images and videos on full cards so you continue to capture the most recent game activity in your hunting area. The adjustable trigger speed — as fast as .4-second — and adjustable IR flash range out to 100 feet are also impressive. The Recon Force 4K is compatible with alkaline or lithium batteries, and the 80-foot motion-detection range ensures the camera will capture wily critters from a distance. MSRP: $259.99 CONTACT: 888-618-4496; www.browningtrailcameras.com Eyes Like a Hawke HAWKE…

For the last 25 years, my life has been spent at archery tournaments and in hunting camps all over the world. There is no doubt in my mind that the most misused piece of archery equipment is the release aid. Most people have been taught to put their pin on the target and hit the trigger. While that may work well enough to hit a pie plate at 20 yards, it is far from the correct way to execute your shot. The goal should be a surprise release, meaning you don’t know when that release is going to fire. Fortunately, there are a few things you can do to get on the right track. In the early part of any archer’s shooting career, punching the trigger normally isn’t caused by…

The Next Level of Lethal RAGE BROADHEADS Rage has long been known for producing some of the world’s most deadly broadheads, and for 2018, the company is taking lethality to the next level with the all-new X-Treme Four Blade. This hybrid fixed/mechanical design features a surgically sharp fixed blade at the front end and two wicked, rear-deploying mechanical blades at the rear. The result is a devastating, criss-cross cutting pattern that measures 7/8-inch wide via the front blade and a massive 2 3/8 inches via the rear blades that also feature a swept-back angle to help maintain kinetic energy for maximum penetration. All blades are made from tough, .035-inch stainless steel, and the mechanical blades are held securely in flight by Rage’s exclusive Shock Collar that also ensures optimal deployment…

Crafty Kloak HUNTER’S KLOAK Mist is an ideal way to spread scent, and the Hunter’s Kloak system takes misting to a new level. The Hunter’s Kloak Electronic Mister is a compact, rechargeable mister that effectively and efficiently discharges mist into the breeze. A single charge can last up to four hours while the small unit spreads out either a cover scent or an attractant scent. The water-resistant unit comes with a lanyard and hanging hook for easy setup. It comes with one Fresh Earth scent cartridge installed. Attractant scents include Apple, Acorn and Sugar Beet. MSRP: $34.99 CONTACT: 479-802-6555; www.hunterskloak.com Tweaked Turkeys MONTANA DECOY Montana Decoy offerings are known for their lifelike appearance and portability. So, how do you improve them? Make them even more lifelike and portable! The company…

Arrow Travel MTM CASE-GARD Confidently transport your arrows and bolts on the road or in the air with MTM’s new Traveler Cases. The compact, lightweight cases feature notched foam padding to securely hold shafts, fletching and heads in place during long trips. Rugged polypropylene construction is designed to last season after season and incorporates clear-view windows for easy inspecting of contents. The arrow case can hold six arrows up to 34 inches long, while the bolt case can hold six bolts up to 24.2 inches long. The Traveler Arrow Case and Crossbow Bolt Case are American-made. MSRP: $18.37 (bolt case); $18.98 (arrow case) CONTACT: 937-890-7461; www.mtmcase-gard.com Self-Healing High Roller MORRELL TARGETS The High Roller 21 features Morrell’s new-and-improved target-foam technology for an incredibly durable design that will withstand shot after…

The Best They’ve Built HOYT At the heart of the REDWRX Carbon RX-1 is Hoyt’s hollow carbon tube riser, built with more than 50 carbon layers for a lightweight design and the durability to survive 1,500 dry fires and 1 million shot cycles. The new Zero Torque Hyper Cam is fast, smooth and Hoyt’s highest letoff cam ever at 85 percent. It uses a Split-Cable System to create a balanced side-to-side load for dead-center accuracy while eliminating the need for a flexing cable guard. New ¾-inch QuadFlex Limbs increase torsional stability to eliminate limb twist, while the new Bi-Ax Pocket System ensures precision at the critical limb/riser interface. Hoyt innovated a wider pocket and limb stance on the bottom of the bow to lower the center of gravity, allowing for…

New Rendition Range Rover TRUGLO Outdoor TV greats Ralph and Vicki Cianciarulo put their stamp of approval on TRUGLO’s RANGE•ROVER PRO Duo, which utilizes LED pins that adjust to the shooter’s desired brightness, making it accurate in full daylight or complete darkness. The Duo’s second dot features a red LED inside the lens for a long-range aiming point. This 2018 model features digital pushbutton controls for faster and easier brightness adjustment as well as an automatic-off feature that powers the LED down after four hours of inactivity. When powered on, the new brightness-control system intuitively remembers the last-used setting. Other features include the geared ZERO-IN adjustment dial for smooth elevation/range adjustment, micro-adjustable windage control and 80-plus multi-colored sight tapes for precise calibration with any bow. The sight housing accepts a…

Pest Protection RYNOSKIN Protect yourself from bites and insect-borne diseases in the field with Rynoskin Total. The breathable, lightweight garments are designed to be worn underneath clothing and offer 99.9-percent protection from biting insects, including mosquitos, ticks, chiggers and no-see-ums. Rynoskin Total provides a comfortable barrier insects cannot penetrate, and elastic cuffs prevent entry through sleeve and leg openings. The shirt and pants are safe and chemical-free and have been recognized by the American Lyme Disease Association as a protective measure against Lyme-carrying ticks. MSRP: $42.95 (shirt or pants) CONTACT: 866-934-7546; www.rynoskin.com Climate-Controlled Climbing CABELA’S Cabela’s Meindl Men’s GORE-TEX Surround Hunting Boots keep feet dry and comfortable during long backcountry expeditions. The durable, micro-suede leather and nylon-mesh uppers feature GORE-TEX Surround technology for 360-degree climate control that is waterproof yet…