S&S Archery CL Backcountry Trekking Poles
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A note from the owner on why we developed our own backcountry trekking poles-
At S&S Archery we have been using trekking poles for probably the last 5 years or so…
Swarovski SLC’s or EL’s Which are the Best Hunting Binoculars?
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Which are the Best Hunting Binoculars?
Get a group of dedicated hunters together for more than a few minutes and invariably the best hunting binoculars will become the topic of conversation. And yet, with so much focus on this topic, very few agree on what is the best make and model for our application. Many would agree…
2018 Optics Demo and Binocular Shootout
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2018 S&S Archery Optics Demo
Our 2018 Optics Demo at the NW Mountain Challenge 3D Shoot turned out awesome! The weather was great in Tamarack Idaho. And the setting was high mountain timber, perfect for testing out some high end spotting scopes and binoculars from Vortex, Kowa, and …
2018 Tightspot Quiver
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2018 Tightspot Quiver
What’s new for the 2018 Tightspot Quiver? The most trusted, tightest fitting, and most adjustable quiver on the market just keeps getting better and better. When you make…
2018 Spot Hogg Updates
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2018 Spot Hogg Sights and Releases
What is new in 2018 for the toughest line of bow sights on the market?
Hogg Mob Double Pointer
New for 2018 …
The Perfect Western Hunting Bow Sight, made Perfecter…
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S&S Built Black Gold Verdict Bow Sight
We are constantly trying to find outstanding backcountry gear that offers value and performance. While that may sound easy enough, throw in durability, excellent customer service, and of course lightweight. Now you have a pretty tall task. Fortunately the Black Gold Verdict falls right in line…
2018 ATA Show Highlights
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The Best of the 2018 ATA Show
The ATA show is the annual archery trade show usually held back east. Its one of our favorite events where we get to see our friends in the industry, talk to potential vendors and check out all the new gear. We’ve picked out our favorite gear highlights of the…
New Quivalizer with a Molded Hood
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Updated lighter weight Quivalizer with molded hood
I have been using the original Option Archery Quivalizer for a couple years now. Not only for target and 3d shooting but also for hunting. If you read my original review from 2016 HERE, you’ll find that not only did it improve…
First Lite Layering System
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Layering First Lite Merino Wool
So, what’s all the hype about “layering systems” and merino wool? After all, plenty of animals have been killed by guys wearing blue jeans and a flannel shirt. It wasn’t until I finally had the chance to experience quality technical hunting gear that I became a believer….
2017 Optics Shootout Results
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2017 Optics Shootout
Wouldn’t it be cool if you could get binoculars and spotting scopes from Leica, Swarovski, Kowa and Vortex. Line them up and have a whole bunch of folks compare them head to head? Who do you think would come out on top? We were curious, so we…
Kowa TSN-550 55mm Fluorite Crystal Spotting Scope Review
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This scope is so important to us that we gathered a few well respected opinions outside of our typical review. First is our review, followed by some well respected hunter’s opinions.
Rob’s review:
Kowa TSN-553 55mm…
Kowa TSN-550 Prominar 55mm Fluorite Crystal Spotting Scope preview
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Its finally here!
We are very excited to be one of the very first to have our hands on the new, highly anticipated Kowa TSN-553 (angled) and TSN-554 Prominar spotting scope with a pure fluorite crystal 55mm objective lens. As backcountry backpack hunters we are constantly on the lookout for high end…
TighSpot 7 Arrow Quiver
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2017 TightSpot 7 Arrow Quiver
I know what you’re saying.. “Why would I need 7 arrows?” My answer is you don’t, unless you’re a western hunter.
Adjust it!
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New 2017 First Lite Gear
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Every year First Lite raises the bar with new high tech clothing designed with hunters in mind. 2017 is no different. First Lite has expanded their very popular Aerowool line, added key outerwear gear designed for women, and even threw in a couple surprises no one saw coming! Lets get right into it, starting with…
S&S Archery Backcountry Approved Gear
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Backcountry Approved Gear from S&S Archery
S&S Archery is always testing new products in search of the best possible gear for the Backcountry Hunter. We recommend and use all of the products in our online store,…
SLC vs Razor
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Swarovski SLC vs Vortex Razor HD
SLC vs Razor
Is it worth spending the extra money for the Swarovski SLC binoculars over the Vortex Razors HD’s? I’ve wondered this myself….
Kowa 77mm Spotting Scope Comparison and Review
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Kowa TSN-773 77mm Spotting Scope
How did we come to comparing the Kowa 77mm spotting scope against the rest of the high end 65mm spotters? Well, about a year ago I made the…
2017 Spot Hogg Hunting Gear
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What’s new for Spot Hogg in 2017 for hunters?
As it turns out, quite a lot!
The Keeton
A brand new index finger/wrist strap/integrated-grip release. Sounds…
2017 Black Gold Fixed Pin Sights
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Black Gold Fixed Pin Sights
It’s not a huge secret that the adjustable Black Gold Verdict, and Pure are some of the best adjustable sights available…
2017 Black Gold sights are here!
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2017 Black Gold sights are here!
Starting today, Oct 28th 2016, we’ll be shipping out only 2017 sights! New images and prices have been posted, so get in and get yours now! Here are the changes for 2017:
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