Must-Have Deer Gear for 2019

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posted on October 17, 2019
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Thiessens V1 Whitetail Heavyweight Series
Thiessens' V1 Whitetail line is affordable, durable and feature-rich. The Heavyweight 3-in-1 Parka consists of a pocket-heavy shell with a breathable mesh liner and removable hood over a thick insulated liner jacket. The Heavyweight Bibs sport 300 grams of insulation, full-length leg zippers and ample pockets—including hand-warmer pockets in the kidney region. All garments are made from a breathable, super-quiet, waterproof and windproof fabric with anti-odor treatments and clad in Realtree Edge camo. MSRP: $199.99 parka, $179.99 bib; thiessens.com.

Cuddeback CuddeLink Dual Cell Kit
Now you can get hourly, daily or instant reports from all 16 of your CuddeLink cameras via a single cellular plan that starts at only $10 per month! Cuddeback’s CuddeLink Dual Cell 2+1 Starter Kit includes one dual-flash (no-glow and IR) camera with cellular technology built in, and two linkable long-range IR cameras. Compatible with all smart phones on all cell carriers. Extend the run-time of those cameras by increasing the power with the Power Bank Battery Booster. MSRP: $550 starter kit, $20 booster; cuddeback.com.

Big & J BB2 Liquid Attractant
Pour BB2 Liquid attractant over a stump, feed pile or directly on the ground to bring deer where you want them this season. Not only does BB2 pack a super-potent, sweet-smelling aroma that’ll bring in bucks from the neighboring property, it’s also nutritional with protein, fat, salts and other minerals deer need to maintain health and grow racks to their full potential. MSRP: $12.99/gallon; bigandj.com.

Stacked Outdoors Ladder Sticks
Made from a durable plastic and designed for strength and stealth, Stacked Ladder Sticks sport aggressive tread for a no-slip climb and they secure tightly to trees with an extra-long, heavy-duty polyester strap to reach heights up to 21 feet. Sticks stack together, and the included shoulder strap ties up the whole system in an easy-to-carry, nearly-silent, 9-pound package. MSRP: $149; stackedoutdoors.com.

Muck Fieldblazer Classic Boots
There’s no denying it, Muck boots changed the game, and to celebrate 20 years of industry-leading innovation, Muck is bringing back the boot that got them noticed by hunters and outdoorsmen, the Fieldblazer Classic. Made with a reinforced toe and heel for durability, and a 5mm neoprene upper, these calf-length boots are 100 percent waterproof and sport a breathable, blaze-orange lining. MSRP: $145; muckbootcompany.com.

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