Gear Roundup for the Travelling Hunter

Looking for ways to hit the road this fall? Check out these gear options for the travelling hunter.

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posted on May 2, 2025
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Sitka Drifter Duffel

Sitka Drifter Duffel

Available in three sizes from 50 to 110 liters and in multiple colors and camo patterns, Sitka’s new Drifter Duffel is a dry bag built for adventure. Made with a highly water-resistant, TPU-coated ripstop fabric, 150-denier on the body and 450-denier on its bathtub base, this gear bag sports welded seams, internal and external zippered pockets, multiple carry handles and removable backpack straps so you can haul it, carry it or drag it to any hunt, any way you see fit. $169-$209; sitkagear.com

Leupold Rendezvous Dry Duffel

Leupold Rendezvous Dry Duffel

If you haven’t checked out Leupold’s lineup of top-quality “Pro-Gear” accessories for shooters and hunters, you’re missing out. The company’s latest release, the Rendezvous Dry Duffel, comes in two sizes and is made of TPU-coated 900-denier nylon sporting a marine-grade EVA lower to maintain shape and provide an extra layer of protection. Welded seams, waterproof zippers and exterior lashing points round out this waterproof gear bag. $199.99-$249.99; leupold.com

Browning Vapor Fitted Case

Browning Vapor Fitted Case

Heavy on protection and light on weight, the Vapor Fitted Case from Browning is the ideal solution for toting your over/under to the clays course or to the field for some wingshooting. Constructed with a hard, nylon-coated molded EVA shell and a durable EVA foam interior to snugly hold and protect your shotgun, this case sports enough room for an additional three boxes of shells or plenty of accessories. It also comes with a removable choke-tube holder. $159.99; browning.com

Magpul DAKA Soft Case

Magpul DAKA Soft Case

This semi-rigid, soft-sided gun case is made from Magpul’s DAKA Grid material, making it extremely durable and highly water-resistant. With a MOLLE-style base, reconfigurable interior gear straps and multiple interior pockets, you can haul your firearm, magazines and accessories. Sized to fit inside the Magpul DAKA Hard Case, you can have airline-proof protection and a convenient soft case at hand when you travel. Three sizes available. $159.99-$209.99; magpul.com

Federal Premium Scoped Rifle Case

Federal Premium Scoped Rifle Case

Whether you’re headed to the rifle range or the deer woods, this scoped rifle case from Federal will protect your cherished firearm and look good doing it. Built with a durable waxed-canvas exterior with leather accents, a quilted, padded interior with “easy-slide” liner, a leather-wrapped handle, double zippers, durable brass hardware, an exterior accessory pocket and an adjustable carry sling, this case should last a lifetime. Two sizes available. $99.99; federalpremium.com

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