Filson Double-Thick Belt and Goat Skin Gloves
Brian founded Ultimate Upland in 2010 to be the most comprehensive resource for upland hunting enthusiasts. Since then it has grown into a community where bird hunters congregate and share their love for the sport. Brian shares detailed accounts of Ultimate Upland adventures in pursuit of wild birds in the wildest places.
Koch is joined afield by hunting partners Labs and Llews.
Initially I got the Keen Explore to wear around camp and on restocking trips to town between hunts. But they proved too light and comfortable to limit. These wear like running shoes but perform like hiking boots and that combination is the sweet spot for upland pursuit. Breathable, waterproof, low, mid, men’s, women’s — whatever…
When chasing birds to the tops of peaks, flexible and unrestricted pants that still protect from the thickest of briars are a must. Cabela’s has answered that call with their Instinct Prairie Runner pants ($140) that are made with a flexible polyester/spandex shell and water-resistant nylon overlays to protect you in thick brush. I wore…
I think the level of exertion at sporting clays courses should extend beyond the trigger finger. The name “sporting clays” implies a certain level of physical activity. But, a number of courses have paths for vehicles and even golf carts for transporting shooters and their gear from one station to the next. Distances between each…
Gear fit for women is few and far between, but Sitka has broken the barrier by creating gear designed by women hunters. The Fanatic Hoodie is a perfect all-around insulation layer for chasing birds into the high country. The quarter zip hoodie is made of a spandex grid fleece that is breathable yet warm, wicks…
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.
Model: Brown, 8”, Non-Insulated, Waterproof When I started planning for my elk hunt in Colorado, I knew I wanted a lightweight, waterproof, athletic-style boot. I needed a boot that could keep my soles from bruising on rocky terrain, had an aggressive outsole for acquiring a stable grip on high-altitude scree fields, and had a tall…