Duckett Updates the Crappie Slayer Rod With Cork and Longer Models

Duckett Fishing’s Crappie Slayer rod has been the company’s dedicated panfish rod for a few seasons now, and the newest version brings a new handle, two longer lengths, and a slightly lower price. The updated Crappie Slayer swaps the previous model’s EVA grip for a carbon-reinforced handle ...

By Sam.S •

6.5 Creedmoor Vs. .300 Win Mag: Here’s the Truth About Cartridge Selection

Many hunters pick a magnum cartridge because they want extra insurance in case their shot isn’t perfect — but what does that advantage really look like? The post 6.5 Creedmoor Vs. .300 Win Mag: Here’s the Truth About Cartridge Selection appeared first on Outdoor Life.

By Tyler Freel •

Why “Knockdown Power” Fails Every Big Game Hunter

Watch enough hunting footage and you’ll see the same two outcomes with the same cartridge. An animal shot squarely through the lungs and heart sometimes runs 30, 40, or 50 yards before it expires, and other times falls where it stood. Hunters describe loading an identical cartridge and bull...

By James Chen •

Beat the October Lull: Where Mature Bucks Actually Go

The October lull gets blamed for empty sits across the whitetail woods, but the deer are still moving. They have shifted their patterns, and in most cases, they are circling the same tired stands hunters keep climbing into. The problem lies in where the hunter sits, not in how the deer behave. If...

By James Chen •

The 5 Best Thermal Monoculars for Hunting

Thermal monoculars earn their place in a hunting kit because they detect heat signatures and give you a real-time view in complete darkness, which makes them especially useful for predator hunting such as hogs and coyotes. Unlike a dedicated thermal scope, a handheld unit isn’t tethered to ...

By James Chen •
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