Early Season Gear Roundup

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posted on September 24, 2025
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Looking for gear to dominate the temperate early season? Check out our list of products designed for long days and warmer temps.

Spartan Precision

Spartan Precision Springbok Tripod

The Springbok Tripod from Spartan Precision Equipment may be the most versatile shooting support system ever crafted. Its silicone body allows for rapid transitions, allowing its carbon-fiber legs to spread quickly and cant so you can track game and go from prone to kneeling to standing in a matter of seconds. This tripod locks to the front of your rifle utilizing the trusted MagnaSwitch attachment system, so you can deploy it in seconds when the time is right. $349.99; javelinbipod.com

Kuiu Kutana hybrid Pant

Kuiu Kutana Hybrid Pant

Wet conditions are a part of life outdoors, so when warm-weather hunts have you traipsing through tall grass drenched in morning dew, or simply sitting on a wet log, you’ll wish you were wearing the Kutana Hybrid pants from Kuiu. Built with waterproof panels on the seat and lower legs, these lightweight and breathable stretch-fit pants sport mesh-lined hip vents, zippered cargo pockets, a phone sleeve and lace hooks to keep the cuffs locked to your boots. $199; kuiu.com

Sitka Alpha Fleece

Sitka Alpha Fleece Vest

The Alpha Fleece Vest from Sitka adds a layer of warmth all season long. Its durable, four-way stretch Stormfleece fabric is treated with a water-repellent finish to shed light rain. The vest sports zippered pockets out front that are accessible even with a pack belt cinched tight, and because they are mesh-backed they can act as an air vent when things heat up. An internal zippered chest pocket keeps your important stuff secured and within easy reach. $149; sitkagear.com

Sawyer Permethrin Fabric Treatment

Sawyer Permethrin Fabric Treatment

Hunting season is tick season, and with the Permethrin Fabric Treatment from Sawyer you can ensure you’re protected long before you ever hit the woods. Made for your clothing, gear and tents, this sprayable insect repellent is made to pre-treat your gear and will last up to six weeks of outdoor adventure or up to six washes. Odorless and easy to use, this treatment won’t stain or damage your clothing or gear so you can use it without fear. $18.49/24 ozs.; sawyer.com

Kifaru Bino Harness

Kifaru Deluxe Bino Harness

The Deluxe Bino Harness from Kifaru is available in three bucket sizes to fit any binocular you may have. Built for one-hand operation, this versatile chest harness features a fold-down lid, six pockets and includes a removable accessory pouch and rangefinder pouch. It sports molle on the front and bottom for additions like the Kifaru Bino Holster, and ships with your choice of the comfortable and adjustable Mesa strap system or a standard strap system. $199-$239; kifaru.net

Nomad BA Boot

Nomad BA Boot

The waterproof protection of a rubber boot with the weight and speed of a hiker: that’s what you get with the BA Boot from Nomad Outdoors. The 6-inch boot sports a neoprene and rubber upper, just like it’s knee-high brethren, yet is much more nimble so you can move quickly. It’s got an EVA molded footbed, a reinforced pull strap, and an outsole that won’t collect pounds of mud and muck when you traipse through the early-season woods. $110; nomadoutdoor.com

LaCrosse Ridgeback Boot

LaCrosse Ridgeback Boot

The 8-inch Ridgeback boot from LaCrosse is available with or without insulation, the latter ideal for those early-season hunts. Built with a durable and water-repelling suede and nylon upper, the Ridgeback also incorporates a Dry-Core waterproof liner that gives your feet 100 percent waterproof protection. Its rubberized EVA midsole is super comfortable, and the Ridgeback sports a fiberglass shank and large-lug outsole to tackle any terrain. $127.50; lacrossefootwear.com

Stone Glacier Halo Sun Hoodie

Stone Glacier Halo Sun Hoodie

Made of 92 percent polyester and 8 percent Spandex mesh, the highly breathable and lightweight Halo Sun Hoodie from Stone Glacier is your key to staying protected on warm-weather pursuits. Featuring UPF 50-plus sun protection and finished with an odor control treatment, this shirt sports a full-cover hood to keep the sun off your head and neck, thumbhole cuts in the sleeves and an extended tail that’ll keep you from showing off your backside. $75; stoneglacier.com

ForLoh Insect Shield

FORLOH Insect Shield Solair LS Shirt & Pant

Made for warm weather and buggy environments, the Solair shirt and pant from FORLOH incorporate an invisible and odorless Insect Shield treatment that will protect you from mosquitoes, ants, flies, ticks, chiggers and midges through wear and wash for the entire life of the garment. Breathable and quick drying, these garments also sport odor control protection and best-in-class UPF protection from the sun’s harmful UV rays. Three camo options available. $109/shirt, $179/pant; forloh.com

TactaCam Reveal Pro 3.0

Tactacam Reveal Pro 3.0 Trail Camera

The new Reveal Pro 3.0 trail camera from Tactacam is about as user-friendly as it gets. Complete with a 2-inch LCD screen, this little game spy takes HD still images and on-demand video that can be accessed via any available cellular network instantly from the Tactacam REVEAL app. It’s got a slot for an SD card, but no card is required as this camera features built-in storage. Features include live aiming, no-glow IR flash, an 80-foot detection range and GPS location. $154.99; tactacam.com

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