Manufacturers Spotlight
ScentLok Savanna Fuse 1/4 Zip in Realtree-XT-3
By Bruce Ingram
For over 30 years, I’ve worn ScentLok clothing and been a fan of its quality, fit, and Carbon Alloy and Silver Alloy technology for odor absorption and inhibiting bacteria growth, respectively. So naturally I was interested in the Savanna Fuse line for early season bowhunting, especially when paired with Realtree’s new XT-3 camo, which is designed for concealment in various habitats and conditions. Come October, this is especially important as the amount and color of foliage changes throughout the month.
Other qualities of the Savanna Fuse ¼ Zip include moisture wicking, lightweight construction, and stretched cuff insert which makes for a sleek, comfortable fit. Another plus is the light polyester fabric, a nice touch for those warm October afternoons. There’s even a chest pocket for storing small gear items. I also like the ¼ zip style, again a helpful option when the temperature climbs.
Director of marketing Steve Allie quite nicely sums up this Scentlok product.
“What makes the Savanna Fuse 1/4 Zip stand out is how lightweight we were able to keep the build without sacrificing the technology hunters rely on,” he says. “We incorporated Carbon Alloy for proven odor adsorption while adding touch-activated cooling technology to help manage heat when early-season temperatures climb. It’s a purpose-built piece that gives hunters the scent control they expect from ScentLok in a lightweight system designed specifically for warm-weather hunts.”
Danner Boots
By Chuck Nease
When trying to improve your hunting ability and enjoyment for the new year, your first thought should be about having the best footwear for the entire season. After 50 years in the field, I can attest to one brand that does the job.
The Danner Pronghorn is a legendary 8” all-leather hunting boot built on Danner’s TERRA FORCE® NEXT™ platform. The full-grain leather with 400G PrimaLoft® insulation and 100% waterproof GORE-TEX® keeps feet warm, dry, and breathable in icy creeks and snow. Vibram® Pronghorn® outsoles and SPE midsoles deliver aggressive traction, shock absorption, and stability over rough terrain, while the locked-heel fit reduces fatigue on long hauls, delivering tough, lightweight comfort you can trust. They're ideal for late-season hunts, cold water crossings, and miles of backcountry. Check out Danner boots at your local dealer or contact them at Danner.com.
Have a safe and successful hunting season.
The Latest Tactam Cell Cams
By Brad Stephenson
Every hunter should be familiar with traditional trail cameras and using them to scout for deer, and most are familiar with cellular trail cameras and being able to view the photos on your cell phone, laptop, or home computer as well. Early cell camera models had some hiccups, but the advantages of getting photos without disturbing your hunt area to pull SD cards is clear, and the cameras and data plans have really improved in recent years.
Tactcam has jumped to the head of the pack from what I have seen, offering easy to use cameras with great features, inexpensive monthly plans, and an easy to operate user friendly website and app. The picture and video quality is fantastic, and everyone I've talked with has found that the coverage area is much improved over the cameras from a few years ago.
Tactam has multiple models on the market to meet your needs and budget. All of their cameras are cellular and allow remote viewing. The Reveal X 3.0 is the most budget-friendly option in their line-up. From there, features and options improve as the price goes up. In addition to the Reveal X 3.0, Tactacam offers the Reveal Pro 3.0, the Reveal X 4.0, the Reveal Pro 4.0, and the Reveal Ultra. Available features include low-glow and no-glow IR flash, lightning fast trigger speed, picture and video on demand, live streaming, multiple lenses for day and night, and active GPS tracking for theft. Tactacam also offers the Reveal Flexpack R5 battery power system for the 4.0 cameras, which will replace up to 1,000 AA batteries, providing the best battery life of any cellular camera because it is rechargeable.
They also offer the Reveal Lockable Security Box to prevent theft of your camera, and the Reveal Solar Panel with built in R5 battery pack, which is the best option for never having your camera go dead. Also check out the Defend Cellular Security Camera and the Defend 360 Cellular Security Camera. These fine products can be found at www.tactacam.com or at Green Top Sporting Goods www.greentop.com
ScentLok Women’s Ridge Jacket
By Eva Pendleton
ScentLok’s Women’s Ridge Jacket is meticulously designed clothing that is ideal for women hunters. Steve Allie, the director of marketing at ScentLok, explains the thought given into the creation of their jacket.
“With the Women’s Ridge Jacket, we wanted to go back to the drawing board and give female hunters a purpose-built option based on the proven performance of our men’s Ridge Series,” he says. “We took that successful build and refined the cut and fit specifically for women, while maintaining the heavier mid-season construction and high-nap Berber fleece interior. The result is a warm, comfortable mid-season jacket designed to help women stay in the field longer as temperatures continue to drop.”
The Women’s Ridge Jacket has various features to improve its user’s hunting experience, such as a safety harness access port, zippered sleeve cuffs with gusset, and three pockets. This jacket is also engineered to keep in warmth during freezing winters as it is crafted with an interior lining of Warm Berber.
ScentLok also uses their technology to maintain the quality of its products, even in trying situations. Silver Alloy technology, Precip-X coating, and DWR outer finish are all used in the Women’s Ridge Jacket to keep the product in prime condition for many years.
For more information: https://www.scentlok.com/women-s-ridge-jacket/#technology
