Upland Game Vests
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Eddie Bauer Mabton Flats Vest
Despite the fact that women’s hunting gear has come a long way, overall, since I first started busting brush, it can still be slim pickins when it comes to female-specific upland gear. Luckily, there are a few companies who are doing it right, not just men’s sizing made smaller, but actual women-designed and women-tailored gear….
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Final Rise Upland Vest
A newcomer to the upland gear scene, Final Rise was founded by chukar hunting nut and MtnOps VP of Marketing and Sales Matt Davis. Using years of experience of using other vests, the best bits of technology from the backpacking sector, and lightweight yet durable material Matt produced the Final Rise vest which he and…
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Unboxing the Final Rise Summit XT Vest
Opening the box for the Final Rise Summit XT Vest, Steve walks you through all the latest features and gives his thoughts. Final Rise is one of many of the newest popup vest makers, just how different will their vest be?
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Orvis Pro Upland Vest, Tested, Full Feature Review
After shooting and hunting with the new Orvis Pro Upland Vest, Steve walks you through all the latest features and gives his final thoughts. There’s a big price increase over the original Orvis Pro Series Vest. Is it worth it?
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Filson Tin Game Bag Vest
When climbing 70 degree inclines to chase Chukar to mountain peaks, I needed a lightweight, durable vest. The Filson Tin Game Bag is minimal and light with abrasion resistant and water repellant tin cloth. Two large shell pockets adorn the front of the vest, while a large game bag sits in back. Be warned: this…
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Marsupial Gear Upland Bird Vest
As the wear and tear adds up on our current vest, which we’ve used pretty much exclusively afield for 7 years, it’s time to start assessing options as a replacement. This Marsupial vest is American made from a small company headquartered in Arizona. See what this vest looks like when it’s loaded with the gear…
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Tenzing BV15 Upland Bird Vest Pack
For the upland hunter looking for a pack that holds more than just birds and shells, the choices are few and far between. I was one of these hunters searching for the perfect pack for a backcountry hunt to chase sharptails in North Dakota. In need of a pack that would hold not only…
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L.L. Bean Technical Upland Vest Pack
An uplanders’ gear vest is one of the most crucial items in his/her arsenal, and can make or break a hunt. Luckily the L.L. Bean Technical Upland Vest fits the bill for any serious upland hunter. Constructed of lightweight, rip-resistant material backed with polyurethane to keep moisture out, the pack is great for both warm…
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Orvis Pro Series Vest
The upland game vest may be the single most-utilized piece of gear in upland hunting. Regardless the terrain, bird species, weather conditions…. the vest is always part of the hunt. Depending on the time of year, it has to fit over different layers, carry different loads, securely stow essential gear. And for me it’s gotta…
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Pyke Wingman Vest Unboxing and Review
After many days afield, guiding and testing, Steve weighs-in with the full review of the Pyke Wingman Upland Strap Vest. This American made vest has garnered a lot of attention from “influencers”, but will it live up to the hype? See what this vest looks like when it’s loaded with our standard carry gear. Get…
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Orvis Pro Upland Vest 2.0 – NEW for 2023
Orvis discontinued the original Pro Series Upland Vest. Steve takes you through every detail of the NEW Orvis Pro Upland Vest. Unboxing and his first take as he compares the original he has worn for 6 years, and the new version of this vest.
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Orvis’s Women’s Upland Vest
It’s hard to find a women’s specific upland vest—more often than not we are resorting to men’s vests that can be too large and cumbersome for us. If you’re looking for a vest that is simple, well-made, and actually fit for a woman, take a look at Orvis’s Women’s Upland Vest. This vest ($149) comes…
