The release of the Maven RS1.2 riflescope generated quite the buzz amongst western hunters in 2024. On face value, this scope appeared to be a modest update to their original RS.1, adding some helpful features like an illuminated reticle,
Finding a tripod can be quite the daunting task. Over the last year I had the chance to take a good hard look at a couple of Slik tripods- the Slik Pro CF-733 and Slik Pro CR-734. There are so
I’ve heard great things about Maven binoculars, but in all honesty, I couldn’t quite convince myself that quality optics like these Maven B1.2 binoculars were really worth the investment. After all, I’m that buddy of yours that you delicately try
Over nearly the last two years, I have used and tested the Athlon Helos BTR Gen 2 4-20×50. I had high hopes for this rifle scope as I believe it has some of the best specs for a crossover scope.
Maven Optics has built a cult-like following in the last few years, but do the Maven RS3.2 scope and Maven Optics warrant such a following? Over the years here at Backwoods Pursuit, we’ve had the pleasure of testing a wide
Spotting scopes. If you are into optics, you have likely checked them out. Zeiss spotting scopes are certainly a big part of that discussion, and the Zeiss Gavia 85 mm spotting scope offers some impressive features and performance. How does
Things are changing in the world of optics. Are image stabilized binoculars any good? If so, which ones are the best for hunting? What are the advantages and disadvantages of image stabilized binoculars, and in what situations would you replace
I first learned about Tricer tripods several years ago when I heard founder Drew Miles on a hunting podcast describe several products they were producing for backcountry hunters, including some innovative tripod designs that utilized trekking poles for legs such
Unless you have been living under a rock for the last 20-plus years, you have heard of Nightforce Optics. The Nightforce NX8 riflescope is one of their more popular models, boasting some impressive specs and one that can easily be
For this review of the Athlon Ares ETR UHD 3-18×50 riflescope, I had the chance to put it through a year of hard use, both in the field on hunting trips and at the range. I received this scope from
The world of rangefinding binoculars has changed. Are you still sacrificing optical quality to have a two-in-one? This Sig Kilo 6K review comes on the heels of our monster rangefinder binocular review, where we had the unique opportunity to put
With the introduction of other big optics, this Kowa TSN 99 review was something that we really wanted to put together. How does this Kowa TSN 99 spotting scope stack up against the uber popular Kowa TSN 88 spotting scope?
Over the past year I have been testing both the Athlon Ares G2 UHD 20-60x85mm Angled Spotting Scope and the Athlon Ares G2 UHD 15-45x65mm Angled Spotting Scope. We wanted to compare both of these side by side for this
Ever since their inception, I have been really intrigued by Tract Optics. As a huge fan of quality glass, especially SCHOTT Glass, the Tract Toric binoculars were certainly ones that I wanted to try since they are a more affordable
Looking for the best rangefinder binoculars? Well, you’ve come to the right place as we spent the last two years gathering, testing, and using these rangefinder binoculars to find what we liked and didn’t like about them to determine which
If you are in the market for a spotting scope, you may have come across the Tract spotting scope. Tract Optics has been gaining notoriety in the optics world and for good reason. With a focus on producing high quality,
When we first considered putting together this Zeiss SFL review, we didn’t really know what to expect. Zeiss Optics has made top notch binoculars, spotting scopes, rifles scopes and more for a long time, and every time a new product
The Gen 2 version of the Athlon Cronus spotting scope G2 comes with much anticipation, particularly given how well Athlon Optics have fared in many of our recent optics reviews. Is the latest Athlon Cronus spotting scope a true upgrade
Tract Optics has been making a big push to impress in the world of optics, and their latest Tract Toric 2.5-15×44 UHD rifle scope does just that by bringing a high quality rifle scope specifically designed with hunters in mind.
Looking for the best ultralight tripod for your outdoor adventure? What is the best ultralight tripod for hunting and backpacking? What features are important, and what features are negotiable? The world of ultralight tripods has a ton of options, but
The world of rangefinding binoculars has changed. Are you still sacrificing the quality of optics to have a two in one? This Sig Kilo 10K review is the product of many months of testing, using and comparing these Sig Sauer
Why did I want to do this Athlon Ares 20-60×85 review? Over the years I’ve been looking for a quality spotting scope that won’t break the bank, but won’t leave me wanting more in optical performance. I wasn’t super familiar
In this Zeiss Conquest HD 10×42 review we take an in-depth look at how the Zeiss Conquest binoculars stack up against the competition in their respective price category. The $1000 price category that these Zeiss Conquest HD binoculars sit in
In this Maven RS5 review we take an in-depth look at Maven’s RS.5 4-24×50 rifle scope, and dive into the details of how this scope performs in the field. Up until this RS.5 4-24×50, Maven’s first long range offering of
In this Kowa Genesis binoculars review we take a look at this exceptional pair of binoculars and go through all the pros and cons after testing them versus 25 others. We also put these Kowa Genesis 10.5×44 binoculars next to
In this Leupold Santiam binoculars review we take an in-depth look at the Leupold BX5 Santiam binoculars to find where they excel, where they don’t, and how they stack up to the competition in their respective price category. The $1000
Looking for a killer pair of binoculars, but the price tag or the Alpha glass isn’t in the cards? You’ll want to check out this Sig Zulu 9 review as we had the chance to put these Sig Zulu binoculars
Rangefinding binoculars have come a long, long way in recent years. In this Steiner Predator LRF review, we are going to dive into where they excel, where they don’t, what is awesome about them and what isn’t to help you
Rangefinding binoculars have come a long way in recent years, and in this Zeiss Victory RF 10×42 review we are going to see if the Zeiss Victory Rangefinding binoculars truly are elite. We were fortunate enough to have the opportunity
When you need quality performance, but can’t spend a fortune on top tier glass, the Sig Zulu 7 binoculars are worth a serious look. This Sig Zulu 7 review is a product of our recent massive side by side binocular
In this Sig Sauer Tango 4 review we tested the Tango4 6-24×50 model. We will be combing through the details of this impressive Sig rifle scope. Featuring Sig Sauer’s Low Dispersion (LD) glass and crisp turrets, the Sig Sauer Tango
In recent years, rangefinding binoculars have made a comeback. One of the reasons we wanted to put together this Athlon Cronus rangefinder binoculars review was to see how these things performed in the field in some harsh conditions, and see
In the market for a new tripod? Over the past year, we had the opportunity to test an ultralight tripod for this Field Optics Research MicroLite review. I was able to pair the Field Optics Research FT-5017C (Carbon Fiber version)
If you are looking for a high value rangefinder, take a serious look at the Athlon Midas 1 Mile Rangefinder. This Athlon Midas rangefinder review comes after testing many other Athlon optics and upon seeing the release of this unit,
Can’t drop a small fortune on a pair of binoculars but still need good glass? That’s exactly where this Maven C1 binoculars review was born. Over the years here at Backwoods Pursuit we’ve tested A LOT of glass, everything from
If you are looking for the best rangefinder for hunting, you’ve likely considered Leica. This Leica 3500.com review was definitely on the radar with the release of this new Leica rangefinder to see how this thing performed in the field.
In this Zeiss Conquest V4 6-24×50 review, we are going to dive into the details of this Zeiss rifle scope that is pretty tough to beat. Featuring the legendary Zeiss glass, the Conquest V4 rifle scope gives you the magnification
In this Leupold VX 3 HD review, we are going to dive into the details of this 4.5-14×40 Leupold VX 3 HD rifle scope. Leupold’s new scope that is just a step below their extremely popular VX 5 HD, is
In this Athlon Cronus BTR Gen 2 review, we are going to look at one of Athlon Optics’ top of the line rifle scopes in the Athlon Cronus Cronus BTR 4.5-29×56 Gen 2 model. Featuring Athlon Optic’s UHD glass, the
Athlon Optics may not be a brand you are all that familiar with, but we wanted to put together this G2 UHD Athlon Ares Spotting Scope review to test out the 15-45x65mm version against a number of other 65mm spotting
Looking for the best binoculars on the market and aren’t quite sure which ones to purchase? Maybe you are looking for the best binoculars for hunting or the best binoculars for the money, under $1,000, or maybe you are looking
In this Tract Toric 4-20×50 UHD rifle scope review, we are going to look at one of Tract Optics’ top of the line rifle scopes. Featuring Tract’s UHD glass, the Tract Toric rifle scope gives you the magnification you need
As a hunter and outdoors-man with only one eye, the options for optics that fit my needs are few and far between. This Bushnell Legend Ultra HD Monocular review was born from a desire to see if there was anything better
In this Bushnell Elite Tactical XRS II review, we are going to look at one of Bushnell’s top of the line rifle scopes in the Elite Tactical XRS II 4.5-30×50 mm. Featuring Bushnell’s best glass, the Elite Tactical XRS II
Looking for the best binoculars in the world? If so, there’s really not a better comparison to do than between the Swarovski NL Pure vs Zeiss Victory SF vs Leica Noctivid binoculars. It goes without saying, but these 3 binoculars
When you need a powerhouse spotting scope that does it all, the Kowa TSN 88 is our go to large spotter. It excels in every category, is lightweight for its size, and provides phenomenal optics. It’s our pick for the
We love optics here at Backwoods Pursuit, so getting to do this Bushnell Forge Spotting Scope review was as absolute privilege. When you are trying to decide what the best spotting scope is for your needs, there’s simply nothing better
Athlon Optics may not be a brand you are all that familiar with, but we wanted to put together this Athlon Cronus Spotting Scope review to test it, as we’ve heard some great things about the glass Athlon puts out.
We love optics here at Backwoods Pursuit, so getting to do this SX-5 Leupold Santiam Spotting Scope review was a real treat. When you are trying to decide what the best spotting scope is for your needs, there’s simply nothing
A while back we started testing rangefinders for this review series, and as an avid hunter I wanted to do a detailed GPO RangeTracker 1800 review to see how it stacked up against the competition. GPO, or German Precision Optics,
We love optics here at Backwoods Pursuit, so naturally getting to do this Maven Spotting Scope review was as absolute privilege. When you are trying to decide what the best spotting scope is for your needs, there’s simply nothing better
Looking for a great pair of binoculars but can’t afford the Swarovski SLCs? We got the chance to put together this Bushnell Forge 15×56 review after testing out Bushnell Forge 15×56 binoculars this year and were pleasantly surprised by their
We love optics here at Backwoods Pursuit, so naturally doing this Kowa TSN 773 review was an absolute privilege. When you are trying to decide what the best spotting scope is for your needs, there’s simply nothing better than getting
We love optics here at Backwoods Pursuit, so naturally doing this Sig Oscar 8 Spotting Scope review was as absolute privilege. When you are trying to decide what the best spotting scope is for your needs, there’s simply nothing better
Rangefinders have come a LONG way from a few years back, and the Bushnell Nitro 1800 Rangefinder is no exception. I was stoked to get to test it and put together this Bushnell Nitro 1800 review, because it has some
We love optics here at Backwoods Pursuit, so we were stoked to get to do a Kowa TSN 553 review. We’d heard great things about this little spotting scope and wanted to personally test it out. When you are trying
Looking for the best spotting scope for hunting? Maybe you are looking for the overall best spotting scope on the planet or maybe the best spotting scope for ultralight, backcountry hunting. Here at Backwoods Pursuit we love optics, so getting
A while back we started testing rangefinders for this review series, and as an avid archery hunter I wanted to do a detailed Leupold Full Draw 4 review to see if this new “Flightpath Technology” from Leupold was all it’s
When it comes to picking the best rangefinder for hunting that will serve your needs most effectively, it can be a daunting task. There are so many options, features, and new technologies that it can make the selection process frustrating
Looking for a great pair of binoculars but can’t afford something like the Swarovski SLCs? We got the chance to field-test the Bushnell Forge 10×42 binoculars for this Bushnell Forge 10×42 review this year and were pleasantly surprised by the
Best Utralight Hunting Tripods Which ultralight hunting tripod will be your go to this year? With so many options on the market these days, it can be difficult to sort though them all to find what best fits your needs.
The updates to the Field Optics Research Bino Adapter for 2019 that really improved this bino adapter. You may have caught our recent bino adapter review where we looked at the Gen 1 Field Optics Research Bino Adapter, along with
When looking for the best hunting binoculars is it worth spending the extra money for the Swarovski SLC binoculars over the Meopta Meostar or Vortex Razor HD binoculars? To figure which performed the best between the Swarovski SLC vs Vortex Razor vs
Is it really worth searching for the best binocular tripod adapter you can find, or will simply glassing off hand get the job done? I’d been of the latter opinion for a while when a number a years back someone
