Products that WORK well....

[Mark Baker]

Not trying to advertise, necessarily, for anything in particular....but every once-in-a-while we all try out new products that are good ones, and it's great to share the info.   Also, don't want to "take away" from any sponsors here, (maybe these are good ideas to stock if you don't already) but just highlight some of the "new, good, stuff".  

I'm pretty traditional in how I like to hunt, I think.   I've always used rattling antlers and I like to call a lot with them.  I also like to have a large set for volume, to "cut" through the wind, water noise, and distances in the areas I hunt.    That being said, I HATE packing them....they are always "clanking" and there's never a really good way to carry them.   In past years I've tried rattle bags, and other stuff, but nothing comes close to the real deal, until this year.  

I've been using the Night and Hale "Pack Rack Magnum", and have to give it a big thumbs up, for those who are searching for rattling options.   Easy to carry, use, very versatile, and compact.  And the volume if top notch.  The best rattling product to come out, IMO, in years.    

Anyone else have a good product to highlight.  This might be a fun thread.

[dragonheart]

Pitch-blend water seal!  Great stuff

[snag]

Hi Mark, I've been using 2 sets of blacktail antlers duct taped together. I just put the right sides together and tape them. Then do the same on for the left sides. They make more volume and more realistic...there are 2 bucks fighting, need to sets of antlers! haha  But always open to something better. One a side note are you rattlin' muleys or whitetails? I'm going to try it on muleys for the first time this month that's why I'm asking.
I'll check out the Pack Rack.
I really haven't found anything to add to my bag of tricks that I could share. I'll be watching this thread to see if I can learn something though. Thanks, David

[YORNOC]

Heat packs that you shake and put in your gloves, boots, etc. Merino wool is a hunters best friend. Today's carbon arrows are incredible. Schnee's pacs..luv 'em, safety vests for treestands today are worth their weight in gold.
Other than these all my stuff is made by me or pretty simple.  Hope the good Lord keeps making deer and trees for me to sit in.

[Stone Knife]

Wool

[smokin joe]

Thermacell -- an outstanding product, and necessary for stand hunting in the South.

Insect Shield clothing -- Incredibly effective, and I wish it was easier to find Insect Shield in good camo patterns. Keeps the mosquitos at bay in warm weather.

Skinny strings -- Like the SBD strings. Great performance boost.

Carbon shafts -- Incredible performance and consistency.

Diamond sharpener -- Makes quick work of sharpening broadheads and knives.

Those little bottles with powder in them for checking the wind -- I don't hunt deer without one.

[champ38]

Gorrila super Glue Gel and SBD strings.

[joe ashton]

woodsman

black widow long bows  -- shrews

API game carts

screaming eagle tree stands.

dutch ovens.

wool

[L. E. Carroll]

Tim Robert's arm guards    

Gene

[Arwin]

Oliver Stacey strings- best I've used
 St. Joe River Bows- rock solid, quiet and accurate
 Outdoor Success Calls and Lures- consistently brings in critters
 Predator Camo- very effective in the tree or on the ground
 Carbon Express Arrows- tough as nails!
 Muzzy Heads- wicked sharp and flies true

[Bonebuster]

I had really good success and service from Summit climbers. The newer "Open Shot" is light, easy to use and works good for trad bows. The harness that comes with it works nicely also.

[Bonebuster]

Forgot to mention a cover scent I tried for the first time.

"Ever calm" by Border Crossing "deer herd in a stick"

It looks like a deodorant stick, and uses the same type of adjustment to get more exposed as you use it. It leaves a long lasting gel coating.
I have put it in scrapes and have had good results, and have used it on deer trails to get them to stop where I want them to. It does not spook deer. (I have had other products obviously put deer on alert...as of yet, this stuff has not)

Pop the top, and wipe it where you want it. No mess...no stinky drips.

It smells a bit like urine, but not quite. I guess it is supposed to smell like a deer. It does NOT smell like a rutting buck.

[Chris Shelton]

I am just putting the finishing touches on a ad for Bow Hush and Hush Puppies and throughout this process I have really become very partial towards them, wont go without from now on for sure!!

[Avid Archer]

X2 on Summit Treestands and thier customer service.

X2 on the Gorilla brand super glue, best thing I've ever used on fletching.

Florian ratchet cut pruners

[adeeden]

The grabber brand heated boot insoles! There's nothing better on stand when it is really cold out.

[beetlebailey1977]

Originally posted by smokin joe:
Thermacell -- an outstanding product, and necessary for stand hunting in the South.

Carbon shafts -- Incredible performance and consistency.

Diamond sharpener -- Makes quick work of sharpening broadheads and knives.

Those little bottles with powder in them for checking the wind -- I don't hunt deer without one.

I agree with these.

[philil]

Kwikee Bowquiver

Toothbrush- or Pararest

[Mudd]

David Waldrop Pacseat!!

I got one this past week and I can honestly say I've never had a better hunting seat.

I was able to hunt in some spots that none of my other seats would have worked or if by some chance I figured out a way for it to work I know it wouldn't have been nearly as comfortable.

I'm not saying it's perfect but close.

Now if I could just find whatever would make me truly invisible....lol

God bless,Mudd

[David Yukon]

I know it is not new, but a revalation to me, Cordovan shooting tabs, I used a glove all my life and decided to try a tab, and man what a difference, in my release and accuracy!!

[Looper]

American Leathers Big Shot
Smokey's Lures
Waldrop Pac Seat
Sticshooter knives
SBD strings
Sitka gear clothing
Smartwool under garments
Schnee's boots
Carbomask face paint
Thermocell
Leafy Blind from LBR

I'm always evaluating my equipment and the above items are now in permanent spots in my setup. They do everything I need them to do and I'm very pleased with their performance. If I wear them out or use them up, I'll purchase more of the same.