Gear

It’s never too early to think about the best elk hunting boots for the upcoming season. Next to your weapon, it’s the most essential item on your checklist. Take it from me, a lifelong elk hunter and a backcountry hunting guide; your footwear is something you don’t want to skimp on. Whether you’re a hardcore … Read more

Decisions, decisions. If you’re looking to spend a pretty penny on hunting clothes, you’ve likely narrowed your search between two heavyweights in the market: KUIU vs SITKA. As you know, there’s a lot to consider when making your pick, and it’s easy to get overwhelmed. You might wonder, “Which brand is better for how I … Read more

A mobile phone with versatile long-range thermal capabilities? That’s too good to be true, I thought, when AGM Mobile first reached out to us to review their new G2 Guardian thermal phone. But it turned out to be a real trailblazer of a device. As a lifelong hunter and self-confessed gear nerd, thermal devices have … Read more

As the winter season ends, it’s almost time to hit the waters and upgrade your fishing gear. However, with so many different types of fishing vests available, it can be challenging to choose the best match for your needs. Whether you’re looking for a high-end or budget-friendly option, this list of the best fishing vests … Read more

Ready to pack your kit and spend time on the water in 2023? My advice: pack one of the best fly-fishing chest packs listed below and you’ll be off to a good start. The best anglers will tell you the same thing — catching your limit is all about patience, savvy and quick access to … Read more

Explicitly designed for early-season archery, the Zamberlan 1214 Lynx boots were right up my alley. My old Danners had served me well, but they were beginning to fall apart at the seams, and I was long overdue for new pair of boots. Because when your feet meet the earth, you’d better have a rock-solid boot … Read more

It’s Hunting 101 — to attract deer, offer food. If you want a big buck to visit you during hunting season, first get him in the habit of showing up at one of these best deer feeders for 2023. I know firsthand how important it is to choose an effective deer feeder. But with so … Read more

Some hunters like to walk. A lot. You know the type — guys and gals who just can’t sit still because they’re convinced a trophy bull and his girlfriends lie in wait over that next ridge. But it’s seldom as easy as walking over a ridgeline. Hunters must do a fair amount of bushwhacking and … Read more

Choose from our list of 2023’s best binoculars for hunting, below, and you’re sure to get a good look at elk, deer, turkey, or other game long before they can slip out of range. But choose carefully — the best binos for one hunter might not be a top choice for another. For example, hunters … Read more

The best night vision rifle scopes for 2023 guarantee you’ll see coyotes, hogs, raccoons, and varmints well before they damage your property. These critters think they own the night, but with a trusty digital or traditional night vision scope on your AR-15 or .308, you can turn the tables and show them who’s boss. Read … Read more

When that big bull fills your sights and you take the shot, your arrow rest will make a small but essential contribution to the results. Maybe that’s why I’m hearing more archers talking about upgrading their drop-away arrow rests. Perhaps there’s one in your future. If so, let me walk you through our buyer’s guide … Read more

We’re here to give you the downright truth on 2023’s best hunting boots. Few pieces of gear are as critical as your boots to your overall hunting success, so we wrote this post to help point you in the right direction. Different boots are suited to perform in wildly different applications, which can be exhausting … Read more

There’s no denying it — crossbows are so in right now. And why not? They’re absurdly accurate and can strike downrange every bit as well as compound bows. Pair your crossbow with one of our best crossbow scopes for 2023 and get the stewpot ready. Taking down game animals — from elk and deer to … Read more

After countless seasons and many fond memories, my tired old hunting boots simply weren’t going to cut it for another year. It was time to put them out to pasture. (So long, trusty steeds, and farewell.) It was time to move on to some new kicks, so I decided to snatch up a pair of … Read more

Today I’m going to review the Newpowa 60-Watt Foldable Solar Panel, which I tested out thoroughly during a fall spent cruising around Colorado in my camper van. At the time of writing this review, I’ve used my Newpowa solar panel to charge my Bluetti power bank on roughly 20-30 occasions while hunting, camping, and traveling … Read more

If you’re having a hard time picking out gifts for hunters and fishermen this 2023 holiday season, I understand. We’re a picky group of oddballs who aren’t exactly easy to buy for. Just ask my wife. There are loads of obvious choices that might spring to mind when considering the best gift ideas for hunters. … Read more

I needed a new meat hauler pack, and fast. My 2022 archery and rifle hunts were coming up, and I’d somehow lost track of my old one — my Dad’s weathered 1980s frame pack that I’d used to handle everything from packing in a spike camp to hauling out elk quarters. That faithful family heirloom … Read more

Easy there, pal; before you go and buy all that fancy new hunting gear, you’ll need somewhere to put it all. That’s why we created this top-to-bottom list of the best hunting backpacks in 2023. I’ve been wandering around the mountains searching for deer and elk since I was a child. I’ve spent countless time … Read more

No two gun owners are exactly alike. You see that in their choice of firearms, but also in what they do with them on the home front. How will they store them, and what are their needs in doing so? It often comes down to choosing between gun storage safes, cabinets, or lockers. This post … Read more

The off-road path to your next trophy elk or deer isn’t always a straight one, but with one of 2023’s best electric bikes for hunting, it’ll be a lot more fun. Powered by 750w, 1000w, and even 1200w motors and large-capacity batteries, hunting eBikes drastically reduce the time it takes to get from point A … Read more

If you plan on getting into wet, muddy terrain while hunting for deer, elk, duck, and other tasty critters, you’re going to need a set of 2023’s best rubber hunting boots. Because we know that frozen, waterlogged toes on a bitter December afternoon could ruin an otherwise perfect hunting trip. If you’ve experienced frosty feet … Read more

After a month of rugged big game hunting in Colorado’s unforgiving and unpredictable Rocky Mountains, we’re excited to give you a top-to-bottom review of the Bakcou Mule Elite eBike for hunting. Walking just a short distance up steep mountainsides above 10,000 feet with a heavy pack is no easy task, and can bring the toughest … Read more

Is your big toe sticking through the end of your hunting socks? Well, my friend, it’s time to let go and grab yourself a snug, breathable, and durable new pair from this guide to 2023’s best hunting socks. A no-nonsense hunter like yourself deserves to get it straight when it comes to hunting gear, so … Read more

While searching for a new set of two-way radios for the 2023 hunting season, I came across Rocky Talkie, a small but growing Colorado company making an intriguing FRS radio specifically for outdoorsmen. And since we at EatElkMeat are also a small but growing Colorado company, I showed my support by outfitting myself and my … Read more

Okay, I’ll admit it: I was a bit overwhelmed this summer when I started to search for my perfect canvas basecamp tent. My month-long Colorado archery elk hunting trip was looming, but my head was spinning all the tent brands and choices I found online. I knew I had to make the right choice, something … Read more

Why don’t you go climb up a tree, pal? If you’re a mobile hunter who picks off deer, elk, and other big game from a saddle, you’re going to need a quality set of tree sticks to help you safely scale to your throne. Or maybe you’re a bow and hunter who chills in stands … Read more

Picture this: you’ve mounted one of 2023’s best thermal scopes to your rifle, and you’re about to head out on a nighttime coyote or hog hunt. Well, buckle up, cowboys and cowgirls, because I’m here to give you the info you need to pull the trigger on a cutting-edge scope that’ll help you stop that … Read more

I’d bet the farm that the smoke poles Daniel Boone and Davy Crockett used never had a muzzleloader scope attached to them. Not to say the legendary outdoorsmen and hunters didn’t make the best use of what tools they had at the time. On the contrary, their traditional woodsmanship set the stage for future armies … Read more

The truth is, having the best elk hunting gear of 2023 isn’t going to guarantee you success. The stats are in, and they aren’t exactly in your favor. On average, Colorado elk hunters are only victorious about 12% of the time. We’d imagine the numbers look similar in other states. But success rate stats don’t … Read more

*Pshhht* breaker breaker four-niner over *Pshhht* It’s time to tune in and check out this guide to the best long-range walkie-talkie two-way radios of 2023. Why? Because when it comes to these high-tech gadgets, it can get downright confusing considering all the specs and information you need to absorb. If you need to communicate over … Read more

Buying the best hunting fanny pack doesn’t have to make you feel like any less of a hunter. Maybe it’s best to get over the words ‘fanny pack’ and call it something more rugged — like a lumbar pack, waist pack, or hip pack. Or, if you want to go the other way, calling it … Read more

Look at you, smart feller, searching for the next piece of the archery puzzle. Savvy hunters like you need the skinny on 2023’s best compound bow stabilizers for your hunting rig, and, by George, you’ve come to the right place. With hunting season fast approaching, get your bow dialed in now and not the week … Read more

Alright, Legolas, it’s time to nock your arrow and let one fly. But first, let’s make sure you snatch that arrow from one of 2023’s best bow quivers. We’ve combed through all the expert (and some no-so-expert) advice that the internet offers, searching far and wide to bring you all the top products in the … Read more

You’ve heard the phrase, “a jack of all trades is a master of none.” What if I told you that’s not the complete saying? It’s actually, “a jack of all trades is a master of none, but oftentimes better than a master of one.” Hunters say the same thing about the best rangefinder binoculars of … Read more

Trail cameras of old helped hunters put eyes in the trees. This gift of stealth surveillance has proven invaluable, but it also has its limitations. Hunters with standard cams often pressure deer, elk, or whatever game they’re after when they enter the woods to retrieve SD cards. Thankfully, with the best cellular trail cameras of … Read more

So, you’re looking for the best broadheads for deer hunting in 2023? Well, fellow hunter, good on you. It’s never too early or late to tinker with your gear and get your archery setup completely dialed in. Whether you’re a whitetail hunter sitting in a frozen tree stand in the plains of Wisconsin or a … Read more

I’ve you’ve seriously injured a deer, elk, or any other wild game, it’s your obligation to track that animal down and harvest it, even if it’s dark out. That’s why we’re here to tell you about the best hunting flashlights of 2023. We want you to get your hands on the exact gear you need … Read more

You’re looking for the best spotting scopes for hunting, target shooting, and birding in 2023, and da-gum-it, you came to the right place. We’re here to help you solve one more piece of the puzzle, and this time it’s an important one. Few pieces of gear are as coveted and cherished by hunters, shooters, and … Read more

“You hear a bull a-comin’, a-comin’ round the bend, and if that bull elk sees you… you’ll never see him again!” Good thing you can avoid this scenario! That’s because you did your homework and found this post about 2023’s best elk decoys. Seducing an elk into making a deadly decision rarely happens by chance. … Read more

You probably thought seeing in the dark was a superpower when you were a kid. Now that you’re all grown up and have a little coin in your pocket, you can actually buy that ability with one of 2023’s best thermal monoculars. If you’ve got pesky coyotes, hogs, and boars that insist on showing up … Read more