Orvis Pro LT Hunting Vest Review
For nearly two decades Steve has been an upland hunting guide, chasing birds with a brace of GSP.
Originally a deer hunter, the ways of the upland have won him over.
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.
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…
Besides doing their part to support public access, Orvis is also making some great improvements to their upland gear. When the leaves have yet to drop and shooting windows are minute, the ruffed grouse leave no time for thinking or for fumbling with the mount of the shotgun. The thing I like most about the Orvis Upland Shell ($198)…
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…
True, well-fitting upland pants for women are few and far between, and it seems like when a company makes a pair you love, they discontinue them within a year or two. Hopefully Orivs will keep these around for a while, because I quite like them! Made from tough cotton with tech stretch for mobility and…
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…