Whitetail Journal

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Bow Review Video: Mathews LIFT 29.5

Bowhunting World Field Editor Darron McDougal explains the many new features on the 2024 Mathews LIFT 29.5, including the SwitchWeight X Cam, reengineered riser, top-mounted axle, MATCH bowstring and cable set, and Engage Grip with Shot Sense accessory. Check out his full review here!

January 17, 2024

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Southwest Texas Oryx: Countdown to Success

With the clock ticking down on a southwest Texas scimitar-horned oryx hunt, it was do or die on the final morning.

January 15, 2024

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G5 Outdoors Stax Premium Arrow

G5 Outdoors has announced the addition of another premium hunting arrow to its lineup — the Stax series.

January 15, 2024

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For the Love of a Signature Hat

Several well-known hunters have a signature hat, one that not only looks great, but also contributes to their success in the field.

January 12, 2024

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Savage Arms KLYM Centerfire Big Game Rifle

Savage Arms has partnered with Proof Research and Fine Ballistic Tools to upgrade its 110 and Impulse rifle platforms.

January 11, 2024

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Dead Ringer Black Series Tackdriver Carbon DT Bowsight

Dead Ringer introduces the lightweight Tackdriver Carbon DT Bowsight.

January 10, 2024

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Moultrie Micro-32i Two-Pack Scouting Camera Kit

Hunters can double their surveillance efforts with the Moultrie Micro-32i Scouting Camera Kit.

January 09, 2024

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Video: Why Gerald Swindle Drove 12 hours to Smell an Old Rusty Gate

Professional bass angler Gerald Swindle is a diehard deer hunter, and in this video he explains why. It’s not about killing an animal.

January 08, 2024

Bow Review Video Bear Archery Persist

Bow Review Video: Bear Archery Persist

Bowhunting World Field Editor Darron McDougal has never had an easier time sighting in a bow out to 50 yards. It took about 15 minutes with the new-for-2024 Bear Archery Persist. Check out his full review here!

January 05, 2024

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TruFire Rivet Handheld Archery Release Aid

The TruFire Rivet Handheld Archery Release Aid utilizes a unique link-style trigger system that offers accuracy and performance in an easy-to-use and affordable design.

January 01, 2024

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Rocky Lynx Boot

Rocky Boots has added two new 8-inch models to its Lynx hunting boot collection.

December 29, 2023

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Scent Crusher Universal Ozone Generator

The new Scent Crusher Universal Ozone Generator features simple two-button functionality.

December 27, 2023

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Barnett Recruit XP Crossbow

Feature rich and value priced, the Barnett Recruit XP Crossbow delivers deadly downrange performance.

December 25, 2023

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No. 1 Reason You Didn’t Kill a Big Whitetail Buck This Season?

Believe it or not, the primary reason you were unsuccessful at killing a big buck this whitetail season is because you were hunting with a dull ax.

December 22, 2023

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Must-See Whitetail Video: Big Buck Sheds Both Antlers — One Before the Shot, One After

When it comes to rare encounters in the whitetail woods, this one must rank very near the top.

December 21, 2023

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Whitetail Rut Strategy: Rethinking Sanctuaries

The author has changed his mind when it comes to avoiding sanctuaries during the whitetail rut. Here’s why.

December 20, 2023

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Norsk Portable Lithium Batteries

Norsk offers three sizes of portable lithium batteries to meet the needs of backcountry hunters.

December 19, 2023

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Bowhunting Whitetails in Subzero Weather

Some of the best whitetail movement transpires when the temperatures plummet. If you’ve never hunted in brutally cold weather, here’s a glimpse at what it’s like.

December 18, 2023