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Showing posts with label hunting gear. Show all posts
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Sunday, September 6, 2015
Saturday, August 8, 2015
Onca Gear
Welcome to Onca Gear!
Some of you may remember the camo I was wearing last season from Spain, well I am bringing it to North America! Its been a slow process but we finally have a website up www.oncagear.com, make sure you check it out! We have a new Twitter and Instagram accounts as well. Search for OncaGear on both.
We will be at Wild Tvs Outdoor Expo in Stony Plains August 14-16, 2015. If you will be there come by the booth and check out our gear. We will have some there available for purchase and you will get to see some prototypes of new gear that is coming. We will be in the North Pavilion #3 at booth N120.
Monday, May 4, 2015
Girls Guns & Rods
I would like to introduce everyone to the new womens outdoor magazine called Girls Guns & Rods, a magazine made for women by women! In this magazine you will find real outdoors women sharing their stories, tips, product reviews and more. Available in print and digital copies, this is a full color magazine.
Although the magazine is new, the Chief Editor Laurie Hauke is not new to the magazine world. She is co-owner of Airboating Magazine, a nationally distributed full-color publication in print and digital. Airboating Magazine started in 2007, and has been the leading magazine promoting and uniting airboat enthusiasts from all over the world.
We want to bring women from all over the world together and give the outdoors woman something for them! And what better way to do it then a magazine dedicated to them.
If you are interested in carrying GGR in your store or placing an AD in future issues please contact me by email nkdalke@hotmail.com
Although the magazine is new, the Chief Editor Laurie Hauke is not new to the magazine world. She is co-owner of Airboating Magazine, a nationally distributed full-color publication in print and digital. Airboating Magazine started in 2007, and has been the leading magazine promoting and uniting airboat enthusiasts from all over the world.
We want to bring women from all over the world together and give the outdoors woman something for them! And what better way to do it then a magazine dedicated to them.
If you are interested in carrying GGR in your store or placing an AD in future issues please contact me by email nkdalke@hotmail.com
Monday, September 16, 2013
Loba Outdoors
September 16, 2013
Back in July, I was asked by a new and upcoming womens outdoor site if I would be interested in writing them an article on my mountain goat hunt. I accepted and had to keep it a secret until the site launched...I felt like I was going to explode with excitment lol. The site launched in the beginning of August and since then I have written 2 more articles for them.
The site is called Loba Outdoors and it is a site directed towards women that love the outdoors. They have categories for hunting, fishing and cooking. They also have a spotlight where you can nominate a woman for "Loba of the week", and they have a write up about them and pictures.
Keep an eye on the site for more articles!
You can find them on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/#!/LobaOutdoors
and Twitter: @LobaOutdoors
I hope you enjoy the site and write ups as much as I do! And maybe nominate a woman you know for Loba of the week :)
Nikita
Back in July, I was asked by a new and upcoming womens outdoor site if I would be interested in writing them an article on my mountain goat hunt. I accepted and had to keep it a secret until the site launched...I felt like I was going to explode with excitment lol. The site launched in the beginning of August and since then I have written 2 more articles for them.
The site is called Loba Outdoors and it is a site directed towards women that love the outdoors. They have categories for hunting, fishing and cooking. They also have a spotlight where you can nominate a woman for "Loba of the week", and they have a write up about them and pictures.
- You can check out the Site here: www.lobaoutdoors.com
- The link to my mountain goat article: http://lobaoutdoors.com/how-i-learned-to-hunt-mountain-goats/
- The link to my bowhunting article: http://lobaoutdoors.com/bowhunting-strategy-archery-season-tips-success/
- The link to my article on Fitting the female hunter and gear to take: http://lobaoutdoors.com/outfit-what-to-take-hunting-fitting-the-female-hunter/
- The link to my How to introduce Kids to hunting article: http://lobaoutdoors.com/how-to-introduce-kids-to-hunting/
- The link to my scouting deer in a new area article: http://lobaoutdoors.com/hunting-new-area-find-deer/
Keep an eye on the site for more articles!
You can find them on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/#!/LobaOutdoors
and Twitter: @LobaOutdoors
I hope you enjoy the site and write ups as much as I do! And maybe nominate a woman you know for Loba of the week :)
Nikita
Wednesday, November 21, 2012
Aku Croda Boot Review (womens)
November 21/12
Aku Croda Gore-tex Hiking boot for women (waterproof).
I bought these boots to replace my old High-Tecs and Cabellas insulated boots. I have broken them in and have worn them out on some intense hikes (mountain goat hunting). Here's my review on them...
FIT
When I had tried these on in the store the first time I didn't buy them right away. They were the only pair left and they were a 1/2 size too big and when I tried them on they felt too narrow (I wasn't wearing proper hiking socks). Kyle convinced me to go back and try them out again, this time we also got a different guy that knew what he was talking about and doing. This time I used proper hiking socks and it made a huge difference. They know longer felt so narrow because I had cushion between my foot and the shoe. The guy helped me tighten them and they felt good.
After wearing them for a while now I am happy I got the half size bigger. I can tighten them right up with my light hiking socks and they are great and I can loosen them and have thicker socks or double up my socks without them being too tight.
PERFORMANCE
I have worn these mule deer hunting and mountain goat hunting now, in warm weather and snow. I love these boots. They have a 3/4 shank, great for mountainous terrain and steep climbing. The only down side to such a stiff boot is when your walking on wet sticks and rocks you slide everywhere. These are waterproof. After my goat hunt this past weekend in the snow and rain the only part of me that was dry were my feet. They are NOT insulated, if you plan on wearing them all year round I suggest getting the half size bigger. I wear my light merino wool hiking socks and a heavy wool sock over top and my feet stay nice and warm. Have good ankle support, they have saved me a couple times. When heading up steep terrain I just dig my toes in and its like walking up stairs, I can now make it up a steep mountain before Kyle (his boots are 1/2 shank).
BREAK IN
Breaking these in didn't take long. The sole and foot area are very comfortable right from purchase. The part I had to break in was the collar. The collar around the top of your ankle is very stiff, after the first few days wearing them my legs were bruised. It took about a week to get my legs used to the collar. Now they are fine, but always wear high socks, even if your just wearing them around town.
SPECS
* Gore-tex Waterproof & breathable membrane
* 3/4 Shank
* Vibram Rubber OutSole
* EVA Outsole
* Rubber wrap-around rand
* Abrasion resistant, rugged suede outer
* Gusseted tongue
* Padded footbed
* IMS internal midsole system
* Removable Insole
All in all, I love these boots and highly recommend them.
Nikita
Aku Croda Gore-tex Hiking boot for women (waterproof).
FIT
When I had tried these on in the store the first time I didn't buy them right away. They were the only pair left and they were a 1/2 size too big and when I tried them on they felt too narrow (I wasn't wearing proper hiking socks). Kyle convinced me to go back and try them out again, this time we also got a different guy that knew what he was talking about and doing. This time I used proper hiking socks and it made a huge difference. They know longer felt so narrow because I had cushion between my foot and the shoe. The guy helped me tighten them and they felt good.
After wearing them for a while now I am happy I got the half size bigger. I can tighten them right up with my light hiking socks and they are great and I can loosen them and have thicker socks or double up my socks without them being too tight.
PERFORMANCE
I have worn these mule deer hunting and mountain goat hunting now, in warm weather and snow. I love these boots. They have a 3/4 shank, great for mountainous terrain and steep climbing. The only down side to such a stiff boot is when your walking on wet sticks and rocks you slide everywhere. These are waterproof. After my goat hunt this past weekend in the snow and rain the only part of me that was dry were my feet. They are NOT insulated, if you plan on wearing them all year round I suggest getting the half size bigger. I wear my light merino wool hiking socks and a heavy wool sock over top and my feet stay nice and warm. Have good ankle support, they have saved me a couple times. When heading up steep terrain I just dig my toes in and its like walking up stairs, I can now make it up a steep mountain before Kyle (his boots are 1/2 shank).
BREAK IN
Breaking these in didn't take long. The sole and foot area are very comfortable right from purchase. The part I had to break in was the collar. The collar around the top of your ankle is very stiff, after the first few days wearing them my legs were bruised. It took about a week to get my legs used to the collar. Now they are fine, but always wear high socks, even if your just wearing them around town.
SPECS
* Gore-tex Waterproof & breathable membrane
* 3/4 Shank
* Vibram Rubber OutSole
* EVA Outsole
* Rubber wrap-around rand
* Abrasion resistant, rugged suede outer
* Gusseted tongue
* Padded footbed
* IMS internal midsole system
* Removable Insole
All in all, I love these boots and highly recommend them.
Nikita
Friday, October 26, 2012
SHE Expedition Tech Camo pants review
October 26, 2012
This summer I purchased a pair of SHE's Expedition pants in XS from Bass Pro.
FIT
I like the way these fit, they are a low rise fit. Their sizing puts an XS in the 0-2 size range. I am a 0 and sometimes (depending on the pants) smaller. These are big enough that I could put a pair of long underwear under them and layer up for winter. I wear a belt with them all the time. If I don't, they stretch out and fall off while hiking. Without a belt they sit on my hips comfortably, they are baggy in the crotch for me though.
MATERIAL
They are very soft, feel like your wearing sweat pants. They are made from form-stretch fleece. They have a 4-way stretch which gives you freedom of movement. They say they are water-repellent, I don't think they are truly water-repellent. I find if they get a little damp they do dry fairly quick, if you get them wet they take a while to dry. One thing I was not happy with was the material pilled after one wash. They seem to help wick sweat away and drys fast afterwards. They have an anti-microbial in the fabric to help with scent control. Everything sticks to the material, leaves, sticks, twigs, burrs,and pine needles, it all sticks.
PERFORMANCE
After hiking all day in the heat, they never got an odor to them, I have not tested them on multi day hunts over night in the backcountry yet for smell. They allow good movement. They are soft and silent. They are warm, I wouldn't wear them in the middle of summer when its 30-35 degrees Celsius out.Wicks away sweat. After hiking in a light rain they do get damp and then you get cold. Walking through the snow also makes them wet.
Pros: Comfortable, Fit, Quiet, Warm, Movement
Cons: Material pills, Stuff clings to them, Not water repellent
Nikita
This summer I purchased a pair of SHE's Expedition pants in XS from Bass Pro.
FIT
I like the way these fit, they are a low rise fit. Their sizing puts an XS in the 0-2 size range. I am a 0 and sometimes (depending on the pants) smaller. These are big enough that I could put a pair of long underwear under them and layer up for winter. I wear a belt with them all the time. If I don't, they stretch out and fall off while hiking. Without a belt they sit on my hips comfortably, they are baggy in the crotch for me though.
MATERIAL
They are very soft, feel like your wearing sweat pants. They are made from form-stretch fleece. They have a 4-way stretch which gives you freedom of movement. They say they are water-repellent, I don't think they are truly water-repellent. I find if they get a little damp they do dry fairly quick, if you get them wet they take a while to dry. One thing I was not happy with was the material pilled after one wash. They seem to help wick sweat away and drys fast afterwards. They have an anti-microbial in the fabric to help with scent control. Everything sticks to the material, leaves, sticks, twigs, burrs,and pine needles, it all sticks.
PERFORMANCE
After hiking all day in the heat, they never got an odor to them, I have not tested them on multi day hunts over night in the backcountry yet for smell. They allow good movement. They are soft and silent. They are warm, I wouldn't wear them in the middle of summer when its 30-35 degrees Celsius out.Wicks away sweat. After hiking in a light rain they do get damp and then you get cold. Walking through the snow also makes them wet.
Pros: Comfortable, Fit, Quiet, Warm, Movement
Cons: Material pills, Stuff clings to them, Not water repellent
Nikita
Friday, September 14, 2012
Kyles Gear List & Shared Items
Kyles Gear (highlighted is shared gear)
Clothing
* Rivers West Pant
* Kryptek Alaois field shirt
* Kryptek Alaois field pant
* Kryptek Hooded shirt
* Columbia soft shell jacket
* Cabelas Ultra-pack Synthetic down Jacket
* Under armour vest
* RedHead rain jacket
* Beanie
Boots
* Scarpa
* Mendels
Weapons
* Bowtech Destroyer 340
* Snuffer 125gr broadheads
* Weatherby 7mm Mag
* 160 Accubonds
* Carbon Express Arrows
Accessories
* Stove
* Havalara Knives
* Mag light flashlight
* Penz Headlamp
* First aid kit
Optics
* Leupold Binos
* Bushnell Spotting Scope
* Leupold rifle scope
* Nikon Rangefinder
Pack
* Eberlestock J104
* 3.0L Platypus bladder
Sleep System
* MEC sleeping bag -12
* MEC Kelvin Summer pump pad
* Exped Aries Mesh 2person tent
Clothing
* Rivers West Pant
* Kryptek Alaois field shirt
* Kryptek Alaois field pant
* Kryptek Hooded shirt
* Columbia soft shell jacket
* Cabelas Ultra-pack Synthetic down Jacket
* Under armour vest
* RedHead rain jacket
* Beanie
Boots
* Scarpa
* Mendels
Weapons
* Bowtech Destroyer 340
* Snuffer 125gr broadheads
* Weatherby 7mm Mag
* 160 Accubonds
* Carbon Express Arrows
Accessories
* Stove
* Havalara Knives
* Mag light flashlight
* Penz Headlamp
* First aid kit
Optics
* Leupold Binos
* Bushnell Spotting Scope
* Leupold rifle scope
* Nikon Rangefinder
Pack
* Eberlestock J104
* 3.0L Platypus bladder
Sleep System
* MEC sleeping bag -12
* MEC Kelvin Summer pump pad
* Exped Aries Mesh 2person tent
Tuesday, September 11, 2012
"It's not a fashion show" ....
I don't know how many times I have been told, "the deer don't care what you look like/are wearing" or "its not a fashion show".
Or even, "why don't you just buy the juniors if those don't fit" "these other ones are cheaper"
To all those that have ever heard this or other similar statements, you're not alone!
I started my hunting life out in Juniors L and XL or men's M (because for some reason you could never find a S or XS in the men's?) and now that there is women's gear out, I have to say....it's NOT that I am trying to be in a fashion show or look pretty, its about being comfortable in the bush.
Yes, some of the women's gear is more expensive then the junior or men's, but the stuff actually fits! And its not just those women that are petite like me, the women that have curves also deserve the comfort of wearing properly fitted clothing. Its not fun walking around feeling like a marshmallow or having your clothes to tight that its hard to move around. It also hinders our performance in the bush! Range of motion is affected greatly and being able to regulate your body temperature with a decent layering system.
Personally, I still have troubles finding gloves and pants. I'm petite (5'1'', 100lbs), and they don't seem to make them small enough for me still. My SHE Expedition pants fit comfortably, I still need a belt, but they are fitted enough that they don't hang down around my knees and big enough I can fit some long underwear in if need be. I highly recommend them if you are my size or bigger! They are very nice and not expensive. My only complaint is after the first wash the material pilled.
That's my rant for now lol!
Nikita
Or even, "why don't you just buy the juniors if those don't fit" "these other ones are cheaper"
To all those that have ever heard this or other similar statements, you're not alone!
I started my hunting life out in Juniors L and XL or men's M (because for some reason you could never find a S or XS in the men's?) and now that there is women's gear out, I have to say....it's NOT that I am trying to be in a fashion show or look pretty, its about being comfortable in the bush.
Yes, some of the women's gear is more expensive then the junior or men's, but the stuff actually fits! And its not just those women that are petite like me, the women that have curves also deserve the comfort of wearing properly fitted clothing. Its not fun walking around feeling like a marshmallow or having your clothes to tight that its hard to move around. It also hinders our performance in the bush! Range of motion is affected greatly and being able to regulate your body temperature with a decent layering system.
Personally, I still have troubles finding gloves and pants. I'm petite (5'1'', 100lbs), and they don't seem to make them small enough for me still. My SHE Expedition pants fit comfortably, I still need a belt, but they are fitted enough that they don't hang down around my knees and big enough I can fit some long underwear in if need be. I highly recommend them if you are my size or bigger! They are very nice and not expensive. My only complaint is after the first wash the material pilled.
That's my rant for now lol!
Nikita
Wednesday, September 5, 2012
Nikita's Gear List
Clothes:
* SHE Expedition Pant
* SHE Elite Pant
* Prois Ultra light long sleeve shirt
* Cabelas Outfither Hoodie
* SHE Hunters Vest
* RedHead Jr XL insulated Bib
* Cabelas Outfither insulated jacket
* Gander Mtn Beartooth TecH2O womens rain jacket
Boots:
* AKU Croda Gore-tex Hiking boot for women (waterproof)
Accesories:
* Toque
* SHE cold weather gloves
* Convertible Mittens
* Prois Ball cap
* Tube Hand warmer
Weapons:
* Bowtech Heartbreaker
* Radial X Weave 100 arrows
* Snuffer broadheads 100gr
* Scotts Archery Fox release
* Apex 5 pin Sight
* Remington .270
*Leupold Rifleman Scope
Pack:
* Eberlestock Xl
* 2L Platypus bladder
Optics:
* Leupold Binoculars
* Bushnell Scope (came on my rifle)
* Leupold 750 rangefinder
Sleep system:
* womens MEC Persea sleeping bag -12
* MEC Kelvin summer pump pad
Extras:
* Knives
* Bear Spray
* Straps
* Browning Headlamp
If anyone is wanting to ask questions or have reviews done on any of these products, please ask!
Nikita
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