In the latter part of January, The National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) held the Shooting, Hunting and Outdoor Trade Show (SHOT Show 2020) at the Sands Expo Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. During the four-day show, more than 55,000 industry professionals waded through 690,000 square feet of floor space filled with over 2,500 exhibitor booths. Tracking down and viewing every product is NOT virtually impossible; it’s impossible!

As I waded through the bustling walkways packed with thousands of hunting enthusiasts, searching for the perfect products for whitetail hunters, I was able to put together this list of 10 that piqued my interest. Here they are in alphabetical order. 

ALPS Outdoorz Pursuit Bow Pack

If you are looking for a perfectly sized pack for stand hunting whitetails, take a closer look at the ALPS Outdoorz Pursuit Bow Pack. Its 2700 cubic inches is ample enough to carry all of the gear needed to hunt all day and with a little luck field-dress that big buck. Key features of the Pursuit include an organizational shelf pocket to keep gear item at the ready, hydration pocket and port to stay hydrated on stand and a quiver holder on each side of the pack to remove and stash your quiver for a more balanced shot. Additionally, the Pursuit includes a drop-down pocket to carry a bow or rifle and hangs easily from a tree with its built-in D-ring clip.

From ALPS:

“The Pursuit Bow Pack is perfect for keeping your bow secure and stowed away when you’re trekking through the fields and rugged terrain. The lashing straps, along with the expandable bow pocket, make a great combination to securely keep your bow in place. Having a pack that will hold your bow is nice so you can keep your hands free. There is a large main pocket, large front pocket, and lower side mesh pockets to keep your gear organized. The waist belt is padded, so when you’re carrying a little bit of extra weight, the comfort level is still going to be top of the line. A blaze orange rain cover is included in case you are in the great outdoors when some rain rolls through. The Pursuit is available in Realtree and Mossy Oak.” 

CONTACT: www.alpsbrands.com/alpsoutdoorz

 

Burris Fullfield IV 3-12x56

Fullfield IV riflescopes are built with nitrogen filled tubes and are waterproof, shockproof and fogproof and can handle recoil from all platforms, including air rifles, slug guns and high caliber rifles. New designed sleek turret knobs allow easy finger adjustments. Like all Burris products, the Fullfield rifle scope comes with the Burris Forever Warranty. Five Fullfield IV models are available, each with an improved 4X optical system, premium multi-coated lenses for edge-to-edge clarity and low light performance and a wide selection of reticles.

From Burris:

“The Fullfield has targeted more big game, for more hunters, in more places, than anything we offer. The next-gen IV Series amps it up with fresh 4X zoom optics, more reticle choices, sleek new profile, and a trophy-proven rep for being the only scope a rifle shooter may ever need. When maximum low light visibility is a must, shooters can turn to the Fullfield 3-12x56mm. A large light-gathering objective lens and illuminated reticle produce the most visible field in lowlight conditions. Ballistic E3 and 30mm tube.”

CONTACT: www.burrisoptics.com

 

Butler Creek Featherlight Sling

Hunters will appreciate the Featherlight’s breathable construction and lightweight. Constructed of closed-cell foam — with evenly spaced cut-outs — the Featherlight sling reduces trapped heat better than competitive models. The Featherlight’s closed-cell foam also provides superior gripping ability, allowing it to adhere to today’s synthetic clothing. For added security when navigating rough terrain, the Featherlight sling features a thumb loop attached to the bottom of the sling. Additional features include two built-in cartridge holders providing immediate access to extra ammo for a follow-up shot. The sling is adjustable from 22 to 36-inches, making it perfect for whitetail hunters everywhere.

From Butler Creek:

“Butler Creek is excited to announce the lightest rifle sling ever produced by the company with the introduction of the Butler Creek Featherlight sling. Designed to be 45 percent lighter than any other model offered by the company, the new Featherlight sling features an industry-first design with the use of a closed-cell foam inner material. The new Featherlight sling is as comfortable as it is durable, resulting in a true multi-purpose sling perfectly suited for long days in the field. Whether used on a bolt-action, shotgun or modern sporting rifles, the Featherlight sling is easily added to any firearm through the use of optional swivels or a conventional strap.”

CONTACT: www.butlercreek.com

 

EOTech Vudu 8-32x50 SFP

The EOTech Vudu 8-32x50 SFP is built on a 34 mm tube, giving it a wide range of vertical adjustment. The second focal plane scope features a 50mm objective lens for gathering light and XC high-density glass for extreme clarity. For fine-tuning, the EOTech Vudu 8-32x50 SFP includes a side-mounted parallax adjustment and competition tactical turrets. The scope comes standard with a sunshade.

From EOTech:

“The 8-32x50 mm Vudu scope is ideal for competitive and recreational long-range shooting. It features competitive turrets with easy-to-read minute of angle adjustments. The turrets are calibrated in .125 MOA (1/8-inch per click), offering extreme precision and accuracy. A side-mounted parallax adjustment allows you to focus the reticle to the target and the XC High-Density glass provides great detail at extreme distances.”

CONTACT: www.eotechinc.com

  

Traditions NitroFire and Federal Premium Firestick

The Traditions NitroFire uses the newly developed Federal Premium Firestick. The NitroFire is a .50 caliber muzzleloader with a 26-inch ultralight steel fluted and tapered barrel featuring 1:28/inch twist rifling. The NitroFire is equipped with Traditions new Elite XT trigger system with a rebounding hammer, captive half cock and manual cross-block trigger safety. Federal’s Firestick is a new ignition system that uses an encapsulated propellant charge that loads from the breech, with the bullet loaded from the muzzle. The Firestick system is safe, fast and impervious to the elements.

From Traditions and Federal:

“The new NitroFire from Traditions is the only muzzleloader on the market that uses the new Firestick from Federal Premium. The Firestick is an encapsulated powder charge available from Federal Premium. The Firestick is impervious to moisture and is factory-loaded with the same tight tolerances and quality controls as loaded ammunition. It is loaded with Hodgdon Triple 8 powder, which is a cleaner-burning powder. With no breech plug and cleaner-burning powder, this means less cleaning! An unused Firestick can be removed and stored. Traditions has partnered with Federal Premium and Hodgdon to make muzzleloading safer, easier, and more reliable.” 

CONTACT: www.traditionsfirearms.com  and www.federalpremium.com

 

LaCrosse Lodestar

The Lodestar comprises abrasion-resistant material melded with nubuck leather to form a rugged boot. Non-insulated, the boot is 100 percent GORE-TEX lined to protect the feet in any environment, yet breathable. A molded PU footbed and DuraFit rubber heel cup provides stability and cushioning. An oversized X-shank underfoot distributes weight evenly. Its exclusive Vibram Lodestar outsole offers superior traction on any terrain. The boot is laced with metal eyelets and open-hook hardware. Although designed for the backcountry, the Lodestar is hunter-friendly for early season whitetail hunts.

From LaCrosse:

“Meet the newest addition to LaCrosse’s Navigator Series for Fall 2020, the Lodestar. Packed with premium components including a GORE-TEX 100 percent waterproof breathable liner and exclusive Vibram outsole with omnidirectional lugs, the Lodestar aims to elevate your hunting experience. Serious stability and comfort are provided through a new lightweight, full-length shank system, dispersing weight evenly underfoot and offering torsional rigidity to the boot for support on untamed terrain. A DuraFit rubber heel cup and HexGuard rubber toe ensure durability no matter the conditions you find yourself. Feature-rich and ready to hunt, the Lodestar is an ideal boot for navigating the backcountry.”

CONTACT: www.lacrossefootwear.com

 

Mantis X8

For you bowhunters, check out this device to make you become a more proficient shooter. The Mantis X8 tracks your bow’s movement from draw through the shot, and then provides longitudinal data for analysis. Downstream, archers can analyze tracked data, like bow stability, bow cant and shot timing, fine-tuning their shot processes with the outcome of becoming the most proficient shot possible. The X8 device works in unison with an app — available for both Apple and Android phones — connected via Bluetooth 4.0.

From Mantis:

“The Mantis X8 is an unparalleled piece of technology that will change the way you shoot.

While attached to any bow, the X8 analyzes the smallest of movement patterns that even the human eye cannot see. It streams the data via Bluetooth to an app on your smartphone or tablet that gives you real-time feedback on your shooting mechanics. The X8 comes with a universal adapter included in the box. You may consider ordering extras if you want to use on multiple bows.”

CONTACT: www.mantisarchery.com

 

Sig Sauer KILO3000 BDX

The KILO3000 is perfectly sized to carry into the stand comfortably, especially when used in conjunction with a bino harness. The KILO3000 functions as a 10x42 bino for glassing fields and timber, but also includes a built-in — extremely accurate — rangefinder that works for bowhunters and rifle hunters alike. Additionally, the KILO3000 integrates with other BDX (Ballistic Data Xchange) capable optics, such as the SIERRA3BDX rifle scope, to provide an automatically illuminated holdover dot for log-range shots at whitetails. The optics pair via Bluetooth and work with or without the Sig Sauer BDX app. A bonus, the KILO3000, is covered by Sig Sauer’s INFINITE Guarantee and Electronics Limited Warranty.

From Sig Sauer:

“Featuring Sig Sauer’s BDX technology, the KILO3000 BDX is the world’s most advanced laser rangefinder. When paired with a SIERRA3BDX riflescope, the onboard Applied Ballistics Ultralite calculator sends ballistic drop data via Bluetooth directly to the SIERRA3BDX’s BDX-R1 reticle, providing an illuminated holdover dot and wind hold. Download the free BDX App for iOS or Android to setup ballistic profiles and synchronize custom profiles to your KILO for exact ballistic solutions.”

CONTACT: www.sigsauer.com

 

Rock River Arms LAR-15M 350 Legend

Recently, Rock River Arms introduced a new .350 Legend carbine. Their entry into its LAR lineup was developed as a modern hunting firearm with minimal recoil, designed for short- to mid-range capability. The RRA LAR-15M .350 Legend comes standard with a six-position Operator CAR stock, overmolded A2 pistol grip, and 13-inch extended lightweight free-float handguard covering a low-profile gas block and CAR-length gas system. The full-length top rail configuration fits all quality optic systems while the M-LOK compatibility provides for accessory attachments, such as a bipod and light source. A sturdy hard-plastic, 10-round magazine, owner’s manual and warranty are included with the rifle.

From Rock River Arms:

“The RRA LAR-15M CAR A4 350 Legend produces new advantages for modern hunters using straight wall cartridges. Delivering the power and accuracy expected from RRA’s precision rifles and providing reduced recoil, the .350 Legend features a 16-inch chrome-moly (also available in stainless-steel) cryo-treated barrel with 1:16 twist and equipped with an RRA military-style brake. The RRA two-stage trigger provides a crisp break and is housed in the RRA winter trigger guard, allowing full dexterity while wearing gloves.”

CONTACT: www.rockriverarms.com