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Rich Peace

LWCG D’Acquisto Series 0.5 – 2020 ATA Show

The D’Acquisto 0.5 hang-on is the next evolution in the D’Acquisto series of hang-on tree stands by Lone Wolf Custom Gear (LWCG). This stand is even lighter and smaller than its predecessor and will be a perfect option for those looking for the lightest treestand available. Although the D’Acquisto Series

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Brett Bueltel

Firenock – 2020 ATA Show

The Firenock booth was once again buzzing with excitement at the 2020 ATA Show. So busy in fact that it was the last day of the show before the SELFILMED crew was able to get Dorge away from the mass of retailers, manufacturers, and dealers visiting the Firenock booth to

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Calvin Bueltel

Grim Reaper Broadheads – 2020 ATA Show

After releasing several new products in 2019, Grim Reaper did not release any new broadheads for the 2020 ATA Show. However there was some other big news. Luke Brewster Buck For those that don’t know, 2019 saw a new entry in the record books.  The Brewster buck was confirmed as

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Calvin Bueltel

Tightspot Quivers – 2020 ATA Show

New for 2020, Tightspot Quivers debuted several new solid-color hoods to match the major bow manufacturers.  While a lot of the new camo patterns are available on bow rigs, there are several non-black solid options for risers and limbs. Tightspot Quivers released a variety of new patterns for their quivers,

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Calvin Bueltel

Spot Hogg Tuff Guy – 2020 ATA Show

For 2020 the Spot Hogg Tuff Guy continued to expand upon their line of releases.  With the successful Wiseguy release as a starting point, they kept all the favorite features from that release while addressing many customer’s requests.  Adjustable Length and new Jaws One of the most noticeable changes was the longer,

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Calvin Bueltel

Carter’s NV Release – 2020 ATA Show

For 2020 Forrest unveiled their latest development;  Carter’s green-colored NV Release.  Named for its ability to leave your competition green with envy, it was designed with the target archer in mind. This is a hinge-style back-tension release with an adjustable clicker. What sets this release apart from the others is not

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Fourth Arrow's Rex Arm Rail Kit Mounted on A Shooting Rail
Calvin Bueltel

Fourth Arrow’s Pillar System – 2020 ATA Show

Fourth Arrow’s Pillar System and Final Rest have become quite popular for younger hunters who struggle to steady a weapon or others who simply want a rock-solid rest.  SELFILMED’s Rich and his daughter Morgan used the Final Rest on several occasions this past season with great success. While with a sturdy wood

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Calvin Bueltel

Xenek’s New Ascent Blind – 2020 ATA Show

We were beyond ecstatic when we heard that Xenek was releasing their new Ascent Blind. Several of us have used Xenek’s Apex blind for a few years and absolutely love their products. While we were quite happy with the original, we were excited for several of the new features on this version. Brand New Fabric

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Rich Peace

Public Land Hunting and Strategy – Part 1

Killing a mature whitetail is no easy task. As they grow past their adolescent years, reaching 4, 5, even 6 years old, it seems as if a whitetail’s senses become so heightened that they almost develop the ability to detect a hunter the minute they walk into the woods. Yet,

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Brett Bueltel

2019 Ohio Opening Day Gobbler – Brett Bueltel

Opening day for the 2019 Ohio wild turkey spring season was finally here.  I had prepped well before season again this year and had “that” feeling when I woke up on the morning of April 22nd.  I was not dissapointed. Preseason Prep I’ve found that my preseason preparations have had

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S&S Archery Backcountry CL trekking poles
Brett Bueltel

S&S Archery CL Backcountry Trekking Poles

While preparing for my first elk hunt several years ago, I had compiled several different gear lists I had found online to try and determine exactly what I would need for a week long elk hunt.  One item that had made several of the lists, but not all, was trekking poles. 

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Rich Peace

Shed Hunting Tips

Shed hunting has become wildly popular over the last few years. I remember when I first started looking for antlers, I had no idea what I was doing, but I also remember that I rarely ever ran into another shed hunter in the woods. Today, I often cross paths with

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