July 2019

Specifications Arrow Speed

–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Bear Archery Divergent set at 72.0 pounds at 30 inches

Axle-to-Axle Length 29-INCH ARROWS/ SHAFT *FINISHED KINETIC ARROW
28 inches
effortless balance adds to this compound’s 100-GRAIN TIPS GPI ARROW WT. ENERGY SPEED
forgiving nature, making it easier to shoot ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
well, especially under stress. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
Brace Height
Bear’s proven NaroGrip also contributes 6.5 inches VICTORY XTORSION 300 12.9 532 GRS. 84.1 FT. LBS. 266.5 FPS
to the Divergent’s easy-shooting demeanor.
The design promotes consistent hand place- –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
ment while also helping to reduce accuracy-
robbing torque. And when it comes to tam- Mass Weight BLOODSPORT EVIDENCE 300 11.7 518 GRS. 84.9 FT. LBS. 271.6 FPS
ing torque, nothing is as effective as Bear 3.9 pounds
Archery’s exclusive Hingeguard. The Hinge- –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
guard carries the buss cables on an articu- ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
lating arm, mechanically displacing lateral EASTON 4MM FMJ 330 11 *502 GRS. 84.9 FT. LBS. 276.0 FPS
torque while at full draw to provide extra Let-Off
shot forgiveness. No one else in the industry Up to 75 percent –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
has anything remotely like it.
–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– CX MAX RED SD 350 9.4 *465 GRS. 83.4 FT. LBS. 284.2 FPS
Max Preload Quad Limbs are held in
BearTrap Limb Pockets. A one-piece alumi- Available Draw Lengths –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
num end trap and rear cradle are lined with 25.5 to 30 inches
dampening polymer to create an accuracy- GT KINETIC KAOS 340 9.9 453 GRS. 82.0 FT. LBS. 285.4 FPS
enhancing Zero Tolerance interface. The ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
system is streamlined and simple, yet also –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
reliable. Max Preload Quad Limbs are a Bear Available Draw Weights
trademark, and the past-parallel geometry 45-60 and 55-70 pounds BLOODSPORT JUSTICE 300 9.8 443 GRS. 82.9 FT. LBS. 290.3 FPS
identifies the ear brand at a glance. he
split-limb system is engineered to provide –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
dead-even stress distribution across the en-
tire limb face and boost efficiency for bet- Available Colors BLACK EAGLE SPARTAN 300 9.0 *439 GRS. 82.6 FT. LBS. 291.1 FPS
ter energy transfer. The heat-compression Kryptek Highlander, One Nation
manufacturing process also creates one of Midnight, Veil Stoke, True Timber –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
the toughest, most reliable limbs in the busi- Kanati, Realtree Edge and Iron
ness. I’ve never heard of a Bear limb failure. BEMAN WHITE OUT 340 8.8 416 GRS. 83.3 FT. LBS. 300.3 FPS
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Whitetail Ready –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
MSRP
It’s no secret that whitetails are some of the $699.99 GT VELOCITY PRO 340 8.2 387 GRS. 82.7 FT. LBS. 310.2 FPS
jumpiest critters that bowhunters regularly
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BLACK EAGLE CARNIVORE 350 7.5 363 GRS. 82.5 FT. LBS. 319.9 FPS

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VICTORY RIP XV 300 7.0 355 GRS. 82.8 FT. LBS. 324.0 FPS

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LIBERTY ARCHERY 320 5.9 292 GRS. 80.1 FT. LBS. 351.5 FPS

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Arrow speeds established using a Caldwell Shooting Supplies Chronograph G2.

*Denotes steel insert/outsert

FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL (812) 467-1200, OR VISIT BEARARCHERY.COM.

pursue, and the best way to mitigate string-
jumping is to give deer less to react to.

he ivergent li e ear’s flagship mod-
els—holds Shockwaves limb silencers. These
oscillating rubber fins are adhered to each
limb, and they eliminate residual vibrations
and shot noise on release. The Divergent
holds a single SonicStop string stop, which
not only creates dead-even nock separation
to enhance accuracy, but also stops bowstring
vibrations after every string drop. find ear’s
SonicKnots ingenious. They are rubber speed
buttons and string silencers in one.

Taken as a whole, the Divergent is im-
pressively efficient. t is one of the few bows
I’ve tested that maintains a high level of
kinetic energy through the lightest arrows
in the test group. This tells me that all the
extraneous parts—the hybrid cams, Max
Preload Quad Limbs, riser geometry and
silencing features—are working in perfect
harmony, resulting in minimal escape en-
ergies that are largely responsible for shot
noise. Even if a customer was willing and
able to purchase a more expensive bow
model, just a handful of shots from the 2019
Divergent will convince them that they can
get the bow they need, with a couple hun-
dred bucks left over to buy some extra ar-
rows, a new release or a treestand.

The 2019 Divergent by Bear Archery includes full array WebXtra ■ Check out the
of silencing features, including the Shockwaves shown
here. These features make the Divergent hunt ready out Bear Archery Divergent live in action
of the box.
at insidearchery.com/beardivergent

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2019 Scent Control,
Attractants & More

ScentLok
Bowhunter Elite:1
Fortress

By Patrick Meitin INSIDE ARCHERY JULY 2019

52

Scent control is one of the bowhunting cold, wet weather with its cutting-edge in- ScentLok Savanna
industry’s latest obsessions. After all, sulation and 100 percent waterproof protec- Aero Crosshair Jacket
game animals think we stink, and tion (see image on page 52). The BE:1 Voyage
anything we do to lessen our offensive odors is a versatile, full-season choice, while BE:1 Blocker Outdoors
helps us get closer for a cleaner shot. We Reactor and BE:1 Trek complete the system Adrenaline Jacket
once sat around campfires and lounged in with effective layering garments.
camps wearing the same clothes we would Blocker Outdoors
hunt in. Now, we change into street clothes For bowhunters operating during warm- Whitetail Pursuit
after exiting stands or the woods, and we er seasons, ScentLok offers new-for-2019
also apply scent-killer products to mitigate Savanna Aero Crosshair Jacket and Pant. ElimiShield
some of our telltale human odors. Ozone is They’re 20 percent lighter than previous Hunt X10D
another game changer, and the industry’s Savanna Crosshair apparel, but they are
latest compact units can cleanse the air packed with features and combine Scent-
wherever it’s needed. It’s still important to Lok Carbon Alloy odor-adsorbing technol-
keep the wind in your face, as the old say- ogy with a new No-Sheen fabric to reduce
ing goes, but confusing an animal’s senses visibility in the field. hey include moisture
can provide a couple more seconds to get off wicking material, a safety-harness open-
a clean shot. ing and useful pockets. They are offered in
Mossy Oak Bottomland or Break-Up Country,
Game lures are nothing new, but im- Realtree Max-1 XT or Edge, and True Timber
proved formulas help attractants last lon- Kanati. Learn more at scentlok.com.
ger, draw game from longer distances, and
produce more dramatic results. Some of the Blocker Outdoors
urine-based originals are still with us, and
that’s because they still work. Meanwhile, There’s a lot of excitement at Blocker Out-
synthetics have become the next big thing. doors (formally ScentBlocker) for 2019, and
They bypass many states’ urine bans in the Adrenaline Jacket and Pant are a big
response to concerns about CWD, but they part of this. The Adrenaline series includes
also boost range and power to bring bucks the company’s odor-controlling juggernaut,
from greater distances and remain effective Cold Fusion Catalyst, combined with a 20
after extreme weather. There are also effec- percent erino wool fleece lining. hese
tive new delivery systems and clever ways mid-to-late season garments are absolutely
to spread a wider net of scent attraction to dead silent, with a soft, brushed face and
make the best of time on stand. micro-grid interior. Bowhunter-friendly
pockets are all around, and tapered sleeves
Scent-Control Clothes and an adjustable waist make it ready for
ScentLok the toughest assignments.

New for 2019, ScentLok’s Bowhunter Elite:1 The company’s Whitetail Pursuit is be-
apparel is purpose-driven gear for seri- ing called the pinnacle of the Blocker
ous whitetail rut hunters. BE:1 apparel is Outdoors line. This Parka and Bib are
cloaked with exclusive True Timber O2 engineered for maximum protection in
Whitetail camouflage, which is ideal for the coldest conditions. They include a
elevated stand hunting. The systems in- DWR treatment to repel the elements,
clude multiple jacket, pant and base lay- body-mapped Thinsulate positioned for
ers, plus complementary gloves, head maximum warmth and range of motion,
covers and caps. All include ultra-silent and Cold Fusion Catalyst technology for
fabrics and industry-leading Carbon Alloy odor control. The Whitetail Pursuit se-
technology. BE:1 Fortress is designed for ries combines awesome activated-carbon
technology with natural wool for extreme
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2019 Scent Control,
Attractants & More

Dead Down Wildgame Innovations ZeroTrace Wildlife
Wind Dead Research
Zone Ozone Center
Generator Ultra-Premium
Scent Killer
Gold
Personal
Care Kit

comfort, warmth and durability, and it also used in a variety of places such as hunting
helps prevent the formation of new odors. bags, vehicles or closets. There are varying
Look for them in Mossy Oak Break-Up Coun- stages of scent elimination with four set-
try, True Timber Strata and Realtree Edge. tings of ozone output: 50, 100, 250 and 500
Learn more at blockeroutdoors.com. mg/hr. This portable unit has dual output
ports to allow for multi-angular distribu-
Scent Crusher ElimiShield tion. The Dead Zone Ozone Generator is
Ozone Gear Bag powered by a rechargeable quick-detach
ElimiShield’s new Hunt X10D concen- battery that lasts for 4-8 hours of continual
Ozonics Orion trate makes any set of hunting attire into use, and conveniently comes with an A/C
scent-eliminating clothing. ElimiShield charging adapter. This portable ozone gen-
is a patented, proprietary, nanotechnol- erator is made for getting in close. Learn
ogy formula that creates a microscopi- more at deaddownwind.com.
cally abrasive shield that kills odor-
causing bacteria on contact. In addition to Scent Crusher
the nanotechnology, certain ElimiShield
products include bio-based ingredients Scent Crusher’s Ozone Gear Bag provides
to neutralize odors that are encoun- effective odor elimination on the go. Users
tered in the field, ensuring all surfaces can use the included Scent Crusher Digital
remain scent-free. Hunt X10D is a semi- Ozone Generator to destroy odor-causing
permanent treatment that eliminates bacteria on clothing. Hunters simply place
bacteria growth and human body odors their gear in the bag, zip it up, and set the
on clothing and soft-good accessories. timer. It has a heavy-duty liner and zippers
for added durability, and it also has an ad-
10 bonds to fibers in textiles to create justable shoulder strap for easy carrying. It
a chain of atoms that produce an unin- measures 33.5-by-15.7-by-13.3 inches, and it
habitable surface for odor-causing com- comes with a 2-year warranty. Learn more
pounds, thereby making treated garments at scentcrusher.com.
virtually scent-free for life. Each 10-ounce
bottle treats 10 pounds of laundry in 10 Ozonics
minutes. All ElimiShield products carry
a money-back guarantee. ElimiShiled Ozonics Hunting ushered in the age of
products are sold exclusively through o one scent control. O one is a natural oxi-
Hunter Safety System. Learn more at dizer that aggressively attaches itself and
elimishieldhunt.com. then breaks down odor molecules. For 2019,
Ozonics continues to lead the way with the
ScentLok OZRenew Gear Chamber Ozone Generators introduction of the Orion, which the com-
and OZRenew Clean Bag Dead Down Wind pany says is the most powerful active scent
control product on the market today. Based
Dead Down Wind’s all-new 2019 Dead Zone on the hugely successful HR300 platform,
the Orion features a new battery configura-
Ozone Generator will truly destroy odor for tion that delivers double the battery life (up
to 10 hours in standard mode, 8 hours in
when it matters most. This generator fea-

tures a two-step cleaning process including

UV pretreatment and ozone, and it can be

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Mohican Sneak Scent Thief
Mohican Smoke

Atsko Scent Control System

boost mode). The Orion also features a new ScentLok ecules directly into the OZ Inject system to
“Hyperboost” mode that produces about 25 clean gear, and its EZ-Build design allows
percent more ozone output for periods of Powered by the new OZRenew portable for quick assembly and teardown. Auxil-
peak game activity. The Orion is compat- ozone generator, the all-new OZRenew iary shelves keep clothing and other gear
ible with all existing Ozonics accessories Gear Chamber and OZRenew Clean Bag clean, and it includes premium alumi-
and suitable for blinds, treestands and unlock convenient and versatile options num and heavy-duty PVC construction for
Ozonics’ DRiWASH bag. It can also be used for storing and deodorizing hunting cloth- durability and longevity. It measures
in cabins, lockers or bathrooms. Learn ing, gear and accessories at home or on 46-by-55-by-21 inches. Learn more at
more at ozonicshunting.com. the go. ScentLok’s OZRenew Gear Cham- scentlok.com.
ber Combo Kit emits powerful ozone mol-

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2019 Scent Control,
Attractants & More

Lethal Mrs. Doe Pee
DIRT X3 Early Season
and Field Prep Kit
Spray

Code Blue Wildgame Innovations trusted names in the business.
Foaming Buck After being around that long, innova-
Urine ZeroTrace by Wildgame Innovations is a
compact unit that easily mounts to stands, tion from a company like WRC is inevita-
Tink’s Hot trees or blinds to deliver continuous Pu- ble. Enter Scent Killer Air & Space Deodor-
Shot #69 reION for concealment from sharp-nosed i er, which is powered with cutting edge O
game. his revolutionary product uses a flow O echnology to attac a wide range of
Doe-In-Rut of ion molecules to dispel nearby impuri- odors and knock them out. It oxidizes odors
Buck Lure ties in the air, and it’s the only in-field sys- at the molecular level, rather than just cov-
tem to do so. Ions carry positive or negative ering them up. NO ZONE Air & Space Deodor-
56 charges and uic ly see out and bond with i er wor s for a wide range of applications,
nearby atoms to stabilize. Once this bond oc- including rooms, closets, backpacks, sports
curs, particulate matter in the air is neutral- bags, lockers, storage containers, cabins,
ized. This process repeats as millions of ions vehicles, RV’s and much more. Scent Killer
wash over your stand or blind, pushed by a NO ZONE Technology is ozone free, making
silent fan, reducing odors and the chance of it a safe and easy alternative to ozone-gen-
detection. ZeroTrace operates on a USB-port- erating machines. It is offered in 32-ounce
rechargeable battery that runs continuously bottles. Learn more at wildlife.com.
for up to 6 hours (less on Boost Mode), safely
dispersing molecules in any hunting area. Atsko

unters now have a smart alternative to the One of my personal favorites, Ats o, now of-
more common and sometimes harsh ozone. fers the new cent ontrol ystem. t includes
A durable TRUBark texture conceals the unit a 16-ounce bottle of ZERO N-O-DOR spray,
in the field, and its magnetic mount adapts 16-ounce Sport-Wash Hair & Body Soap, and
to a wide variety of situations. Learn more at an 18-ounce Sport-Wash Scent Destroying
wildgameinnovations.com. Laundry Detergent. Combined, these prod-
ucts cover every bowhunter’s scent-control
Scent-Control needs, and they’re all contained in a reusable
Lotions & Potions clear vinyl ipper bag with a handle. O -
Wildlife Research Center O-DOR Oxidizer eliminates all human odors.
It does not mask odors, it completely oxidiz-
Wildlife esearch enter’s new ltra- remium es them so they no longer exist. The triple-
cent iller old ersonal are it gives bow- action oxidizer destroys odor molecules, as
hunters serious odor-fighting technologies in well as the organisms that produce them
one convenient kit. The Scent Killer Gold Per- and the organic debris they feed on. N-O-DOR
sonal Care Kit includes: 12-ounce Scent Killer deodorizes clothing, hair, skin, breath, and
Gold Clothing Spray, 12-ounce Scent Killer Gold all wet-able surfaces uic ly and safely. -
Body Wash and Shampoo, 8-ounce Scent Killer O-DOR can also be purchased in a Pump Kit,
Gold Conditioner, 2.5-ounce Scent Killer Gold which users can mix up to create a gallon of
Antiperspirant and Deodorant, and 24-count product with a shelf life of years. Learn
Scent Killer Gold Field Wipes. Purchasing a more at atsko.com.
kit saves customers money, compared to pur-
chasing individual items. Wildlife Research Mohican Sneak
Center has been in the scent-control business
for 30 years, so it has become one of the most According to ohican nea owner eorge

INSIDE ARCHERY JULY 2019

Hunter’s Hunter’s Kloak Scent Strappers
Kloak Pro
Kloak Mister

Mallo, hunters have been using smoke to the scent’s surface area to eight times the
cover human odors for millennia. Mohican volume of its liquid form, allowing the
Sneak’s Mohican Smoke is like a camp- scent to be more effective and go farther.
fire in a bottle. allo says smo e absorbs It doesn’t run off of surfaces such as limbs,
odors and effectively mas s human odors tree trunks and brush. Learn more at
in the field because it is a natural odor that codebluescents.com.
does not spoo game. he -ounce spray
bottle ma es it easy to carry into the field, Tink’s
and one bottle can last up to two seasons.
ong-time favorite in ’s 9 oe- n- ut
allo recommends spraying boots and uc ure is 100 percent natural doe estrous
downwind every 0 minutes to create a urine collected from live whitetail does dur-
cone of scent protection. Learn more at ing their estrous cycle, and it is now available
mohicansneak.com. in Hot Shot Mist aerosol cans. Pushing the
top button produces a fine mist that floats
Scent Thief on the slightest bree es for long-range at-
traction, and the quiet operation won’t alert
Scent Thief’s patent pending, all-natural deer. ot hot ist utili es ag-in- an tech-
formula is the only product on the mar et nology to separate scent from pressuri ing
that eliminates an animal’s ability to smell agents for ero contamination dilution. t
any odor. he 1 -ounce spray is perfect for also allows all the scent to be dispensed with
daypac s and truc s. cent hief wor s by ero waste. he system sprays farther than
temporarily bloc ing an animal’s ability to traditional aerosol-powered sprays, and it
smell. t has been field tested and certified even sprays upside down. A loc ing feature
by two ma or universities, so the science is prevents unintentional actuation. Look for
proven. When an animal smells Scent Thief, it in - and -ounce cans. Learn more at
they can’t smell anything else. cent hief tinks.com.
lulls animals into a relaxed state by creating
a natural calming effect in the olfactory area Lethal Products
of the nose. cent hief temporarily relaxes
the olfactory epithelium in all animals. With Lethal offers one of the freshest scent elimi-
the olfactory epithelium relaxed, an animal
can no longer detect odors of any ind. cent nators on the market, and that’s because
Thief is all natural and organic. Learn more at
scentthief.com. ethal ield pray includes a separate oost

Game Lures Activator that charges the product with hu-
Code Blue
man odor eliminating bonding agents when
Code Blue’s Foaming Scents, available in
Estrous Urine and Buck Urine, feature a you need it. After this ingredient is added, a
foam formula that provides greater scent
dispersal and long-reaching effectiveness. permanent binding effect occurs. Since us-
A spray no le allows for no-mess applica-
tion, and the foaming scent clings where ers activate the product themselves, they
it is applied. The foaming action increases
now they’re getting the freshest product

possible. It includes a patented formula that

is extremely effective at eliminating human

odors. Use on all hunting clothes and gear.

ethal’s not only eliminates hu-

man odors, but also helps attract deer. Le-

thal uses a natural dirt scent that

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2019 Scent Control,
Attractants & More

Odin’s Innovations ScentBlaster Big & J
Starter Legit
PLUS Kit

acts as a cover scent and attractant, and it’s feedback. The kit was designed to help to be used as a yardage marker, trail markers or
combined with the company’s patented hu- whitetail hunters find success in the field. to mark a blood trail. They are offered in Earth,
man-scent elimination technology. A Boost he arly eason rep it was specifically Apple, and Doe Estrous scents. Learn more at
Activator charges the product with human designed to prepare hunters for hunting sea- hunterskloak.com.
odor-eliminating bonding agents as needed. son—when they are clearing shooting lanes,
Learn more at lethalproducts.com. hanging tree stands and deploying trail cam- Odin’s Innovations
eras. The kit includes an 8-ounce Continu-
Mrs. Doe Pee’s ous Scrape Set, 2-ounce Fresh Doe, scent-free Odin’s Innovations recently announced that it
Buck Lures gloves, wax paper and an instruction sheet to is co-branding with Hunter’s Kloak. Odin’s will
help hunters make the most of each product. be offering new synthetic scent options for
Mrs. Doe Pee’s Early Season Prep Kit has Learn more at mrsdoepee.com. 2019, and Hunter’s Kloak scents will be found
an assembly of some of the company’s in Odin’s synthetic products, providing an-
favorite products, based on customer Scent Delivery Systems other great tool for deer hunters. The unique,
Hunter’s Kloak long-lasting and biodegradable polymer at the
heart of Odin’s products can absorb many dif-
Hunter’s Kloak new Pro Kloak Mister has a ferent scents, and they are now made more
refined rechargeable battery that lasts up to effective through use of Hunter’s Kloak scents.
8 hours for longer-lasting coverage, and it’s Learn more at odinsinnovations.com.
also in a lightweight package. The mist dis-
charge travels naturally on the wind, and Scent Blaster/
the unit is quiet enough to not spook ani- Heron Outdoors
mals. The mister transducer converts liquid
scent from a chosen cartridge into a mist, ScentBlaster’s Starter PLUS Kit includes ev-
covering your scent and/or attracting game erything needed to get started with the com-
with the smell of estrous or food aromas. pany’s innovative scent-delivery system. Re-
Mist time control can be set for 6-, 9- or tailing for less than $50, the Starter PLUS Kit
15-second delays for hands-free use. The Pro includes one ScentBlaster unit, a six-pack of
Kloak Mister is now available in black and ScentBlaster Wicks and an additional Scent
gray, and it’s equipped with smaller inter- Container, which allows users to quickly
nal eyelets for a sleeker more compact look. swap from one scent to another. The pack-
o avoid detection in the field, orange auto- age provides an easy route for customers who
dimming LED lights were added to enhance want to add ScentBlaster to their bowhunt-
the mister. The Pro Kloak Mister is also af- ing arsenal at an excellent value. While most
fordable, with an MSRP of only $37.99. Scent wick systems dry out quickly, the ScentBlast-
cartridges are sold separately. er Wick absorbs scent from a 2-ounce res-
ervoir, so it remains wet for 3 days or more
Also new from Hunter’s Kloak is the Scent depending on weather conditions. Hunters
Strappers. These compact, lightweight and can easily fill, change and store different
simple-to-use scent strips wrap around limbs, scents in the removable/interchangeable
fence posts, or treestands. Unlike most scent reservoir. Plus, a small, silent fan produc-
wicks, Scent Strappers wrap around a chosen es constant airflow over the wic for im-
scent post, preventing wind or animals from proved scent distribution on windless days.
removing it. he reflective in also allows them It operates on four AA batteries, powering

58 INSIDE ARCHERY JULY 2019

Evolved Habitats Black Magic RackOne Big Game Peanut Butter
All-Season Stump Likker

the unit for up to 60 hours of continuous calcium (min 3.50%), phosphorus (min
use. ScentBlaster can be used with any brand 2.40%) and magnesium. This promotes over-
of cover or attractant scent. Learn more at all herd health, antler growth, digestion and
scentblaster.net. much more. The pebble-sized, time-release
formula lasts up to 6 months and comes in
Hunting Attractants 15-pound bags. Evolved recommends clear-
Big & J ing a 4-feet area of debris and loosening the
soil before spreading contents. For instant
Big & J’s Legit is formulated to not only results, mix contents with 6-8 gallons of wa-
draw deer beneath stands, but aid ter and apply to the desired location.
antler development. Big & J employs science-
based nutrition to enhance herd health and Evolved Habitats’ new Stump Likker com-
hold deer on your hunting property. Legit in- bines vital minerals with sweet molasses to
cludes key trace minerals, high calcium and create a nutrient-packed mineral site that
phosphorus content to grow larger antlers, deer will visit again and again. The liquid
and it has an intense apple aroma and flavor formula, offered in 40-ounce bottles, is eas-
to draw deer in and keep them interested. ily poured over decaying stumps and logs.
Smart Nugget technology ensures consistent It reacts with moisture to release sweet, ir-
mineral content. Legit is an honest mineral resistible aromas. Stump Likker can also be
product, not ust glorified salt. used as a feed topper on grain, fruit piles or
salt licks. It makes getting high-quality trail
Hog hunting has become wildly popular, camera photos easier and keeps deer com-
and Big & J has a product to make those ven- ing back. Learn more at evolved.com.
tures more productive. Big & J’s Pigs-Dig-It is
a granular attractant that is easy to apply, RackOne
cost effective and formulated to attract hogs
from long distances. Offered in 5-pound RackOne’s Big Game Peanut Butter certainly
bags, it includes grains and an intense, attracts deer, but it is also a true year-round
stinky-cheese aroma that can be spread the supplement. RackOne’s Big Game Peanut
same day you hunt, traveling on breezes to Butter is unlike any other attractant on the
bring hogs out of hiding. Working it into the market. The company grinds up and packag-
soil will keep hogs in the area longer. Learn es 100 percent shelled Georgia peanuts that
more at bigandj.com. deliver 22 percent protein and 44 percent fat.
Why is fat important? Deer seek fatty foods
Evolved Habitats like acorns to store fat to help get them
through breeding season and tough winter
Evolved Habitats’ Black Magic All-Season— months. The consistency of the product al-
including salt, molasses, calcium, sodium lows you to crumble it in other food sources,
bicalcium, dicalcium phosphate, trace min- and it is rain resistant when placed direct-
erals, natural and artificial flavors wor s ly on the ground. Big Game Peanut Butter
year round to provide vital nutrients and works equally well for bears and wild hogs.
maximize antler growth. Evolved scien- It is sold in an 8-pound bucket or 5-pound
tifically developed the granular mix to de- bag. Learn more at huntrackone.com.
liver a full spectrum of minerals, including

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Offseason Scouting
Prep with Top

Trail Cams & Food Plots

By Inside Archery Staff

Much like our cell phones, computers and other The industry’s top minds have also improved their
electronic devices, trail cameras have rapidly become naturalistic approach by creating revolutionary new
sleeker, faster, more effective, smaller and easier food plot blends. unters can use today’s scientifically
to use. oday’s trail cams have significant improve- formulated food plots to coax deer in for a picture, or
ments over their counterparts from less than a decade just improve general herd health. Together, trail cams
ago. They capture larger, crisper images from father and food plots create a one-two punch for effective
distances, and many of them are able to wirelessly early season scouting and preparation. Here’s a look
transmit those images to users for instant and highly at some of the products that will make a big difference
accurate scouting information. before this year’s fall hunting seasons.

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Trail Cams

Covert Scouting Cameras Covert
Scouting
Covert set out to create a premium trail camera at a more afford- Cameras

able price, and the E-1 LTE Wireless Camera is the company’s solu- E-1 LTE

tion. The E-1 LTE uses the same mobile app and web portal as the Bushnell Core
DS Trail Camera
Covert Code Black LTE and Blackhawk LTE models, making it easy
Stealth Cam
for Covert customers to include this lower priced model in their G45NGMAX

lineup. It captures 18-megapixel images with a .4-second trigger Browning
Trail Cameras
speed. t has a -degree field of view, and its o low s
Strike Force
create a 100-foot flash range. t also measures . 1-by-2. -by- . 9 Pro X

inches, and it has a reinforced tripod mount. Learn more at co- 61

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Bushnell

Unlike a standard trail camera that generally only has one sen-
sor for all 2 hours of the day, the ore rail amera has two
specialized sensors—one for the day, and one for night. These op-
timized sensors provide sharper daytime images and more con-
sistent images at night. Its nighttime range extends to 100 yards,
and it provides hunters with 30-megapixel images. It also has a
.2-second trigger speed, . -second recovery rate, 1-year battery life
and 2-year limited warranty. Learn more at bushnell.com

Stealth Cam

tealth am engineers now that the biggest game animals come
out at night, and that’s why the company developed the new

A a trail camera that speciali es in capturing high-
uality stills and video at night. tealth am’s high-resolution
nighttime imaging technology produces 2 -megapixel photos
from within the camera’s 100-foot flash range. ts exceptional im-
aging capabilities are also made possible by O- O emitters
combined with integrated etina ow ight sensitivity and a-
trix Advanced lur eduction. he camera has a . -second trigger
speed, and it keeps track of time and date, moon phases, tempera-
ture, and meta-tagging. Learn more at stealthcam.com.

Browning Trail Cameras

he 2019 tri e orce ro is a reconstructed and upgraded version

of rowning’s popular tri e orce ro. ts new and improved fea-

tures include a 1.5-inch color view screen and an all-steel adjustable

mounting brac et for easy installation in the field. ts powerful in-

frared illumination has three modes of operation ower ave, ong

ange and ast otion so users can ad ust settings for excellent

nighttime images. he tri e orce ro has a .22-second trigger

speed and a 120-foot flash range. Other features include card

management, 900p video clips with sound and a uni ue timelapse

plus feature. he tri e orce ro is also compatible with up

to 12 memory cards, and it’s e uipped with a 12-volt exter-

nal power jack. Learn more at browningtrailcameras.com

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Trail Cams & Food Plots

Wildgame Innovations implies, this camera practically drives it-
self. sers ust put it in position and flip a
Wildgame’s new Shadow Micro Cam and few switches, and they are capturing best-
in-class images. The AutoPilot captures
Shadow Micro Cam Lightsout pack amaz- crisp 16-megapixel images with a quick
.3-second trigger speed. It has a 100-foot
ing features into small packages. These detection and capture range at night, and
it uses auto exposure to prevent “white
easy-to-use cams produce 16-megapixel out” images. Replacing batteries is also a
breeze, thanks to the AutoPilot’s “eject but-
images and HD 720p videos, and they also ton” and sliding battery tray. Two models
are also available one with ow low
measure a mere 3-by-3-by-2 inches, mak- LEDs, and one with 60 “No Glow” LEDs.
Learn more at primos.com.
ing them incredibly easy to conceal from
Cuddeback
animals and would-be thieves. Both cams
The CuddeLink Dual Cell is Cuddeback’s most
are equipped with Wildgame Innovation’s advanced trail camera, and it’s an equally
great option for users who want to use a
Adaptive Illumination technology, which single camera, or up to 16. The Dual Cell uses
Cuddeback’s revolutionary CuddeLink tech-
determines how far away game is from nology to create a network of cameras that
all operate on a single $10 a month plan. The
the unit and automatically adjusts the Dual Cell is equipped with no-glow “black
flash infrared and long range infrared for
camera’s image exposure setting accord- clean and undetectable image capturing. It
has a quick .25-second trigger speed, and its
ingly for the perfect shot. The Shadow Mi- super-fast recovery speed allows it to take
two photos when other cameras could only
Wildgame cro am is outfitted with high-intensity capture one. Customers can also purchase
Innovations the popular CuddeLink Cell Starter Kit 3+1,
Shadow Micro infrared LEDs, while the Shadow Micro which includes a Dual Cell cam and three
Cam other CuddeLink Long Range IR Cameras,
Cam Lightsout uses both invisible black so users can easily get a network of four
Moultrie cameras up and running. Read more about
Mobile infrared LEDs and the Lightsout invis- Cuddeback and its amazing technology in
XA-7000i this issue’s cover story on page 40, or learn
ible infrared flash. Learn more at more at cuddeback.com.
Primos
AutoPilot wildgameinnovations.com. SPYPOINT

62 Moultrie SPYPOINT says that its new LINK-MICRO
is the easiest-to-use, most affordable and
The Moultrie Mobile XV-7000i and XA- smallest cellular trail camera available
7000i combine the quality and reliability on the market. A simple, three-step pro-
of Moultrie game cameras with the com- cess activates the LINK-MICRO through
pany’s remarkable Moultrie Mobile tech- the SPYPOINT app. The SPYPOINT app also
nology to deliver images from the field allows the user to change settings, moni-
directly to a user’s smartphone, tablet and tor camera status and view images from
computer. The XV-7000i runs on the Ve- virtually anywhere in the world. The
rizon 4G network, and the XA-7000i oper- LINK-MICRO operates on a 4G network
ates on AT&T’s 4G network. Both cameras and features a .5-second trigger speed. It
feature 20-megapixel images, iNVISIBLE
flash, 0-foot detection and flash range,
illumi-Night 2 sensor for crisp and clear
night images, and fast .3-second trigger
speeds. hey also record 10 0p video with
audio, and monthly data plans start at
$9.99. Moultrie Mobile users can even cre-
ate custom tags for specific buc s, so they
can easily view only those photos later. The
app and website also feature a robust line-
up of filters that can sort images by moon
phase, barometric pressure, temperature
range, time, date and much more. Learn
more at moultriefeeders.com.

Primos

The new AutoPilot from Primos was built

from the inside out to be exactly what

hunters need: reliably simple. As the name

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also has an 0-foot flash range, Cuddeback
and it comes with a 2-year war- CuddeLink
ranty and O ’s incredible
Dual Cell
A etection echnol-
ogy. Learn more at spypoint.com. SPYPOINT
LINK-MICRO
Spartan
Spartan Ghost
partan o am proudly unveiled the Cam 4G/LTE

remar able host am , which 1stCamPro
Enigma LTE
is connected by eri on and features

the company’s exclusive Areus-camo

design. he camera includes a setup

wi ard to guide users through a has-

sle-free setup process, and it also has

illuminated buttons for convenient

nighttime handling. ts power-enhancing

internal battery can be charged with a

12-volt external power source or 12

AA batteries for extended and

reliable use. sers can

ta e advantage of

contract-free data ac-

tivation, and they have

convenient access to their

images through partan’s

app and web portal. he host

am was also designed for du-

rability, and it’s bac ed up by

a 2-year warranty. Learn more

at spartancamera.com

1stCamPro

1st am ro’s innovative new

nigma and alcon wire-

less cameras are connected by A

and eri on, and they capture stunning

20-megapixel images and full 10 0

video with audio. With a fast . -second

trigger speed, 0 no-glow s, ad ustable

detection range, support, and wireless

video and image transmission, the nigma

and alcon deliver uality and con-

venience. ustomers can easily connect their

camera and choose from affordable data

plans that are available through 1st ampro.

he user-friendly 1st loud portal gives cus-

tomers the option to send high- uality imag-

es and videos with their computer or the free

mobile app. sers can also remotely access

camera settings for easy and uic ad ust-

ments. Learn more at firstcam.pro.

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Offseason Scouting
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Trail Cams & Food Plots

Evolved Food Food Plots Rackology
Plots Shot
Plot, Clover Evolved Food Plots Rackology produces high quality, premium
Crush, and deer nutritional products and are scien-
Pro Graze Evolved doesn’t select its seeds for crop tifically researched and formulated by a
production. Rather, the company bases its biologist and agronomist. Rackology’s Plot
decisions on a seed’s ability to attract wild- 365 Feeding Zone premium food plot blend
life by providing a high-volume, nutritious includes the highest quality red/white
food source that grows to be eaten. This re- clover and chicory seeds that last up to 5
sult is more foliage and more food for wild- years from a single seeding. The blend is
life, which allows a property to provide a rich in antler-building protein and other
nutrient-rich, highly palatable food source nutrients deer crave. The blend is also ex-
all year long. Here’s a quick look at four of tremely drought, heat and disease tolerant,
the company’s best seed blends: and it accommodates a wide range of soil
• Shot Plot: This blend uses annuals, which pH. It’s a great stand-alone plot, or it can
are fast-growing, high-yielding forage va- be used as a supplement to a small grain
rieties that must be planted every year. plot. In addition, Rackology’s Premium
They can typically be planted during the Food Plot “Fertilizer & Supplement” offers
spring or fall. much more than other basic formulas on
• Clover Crush: This blend is comprised of the market. Premium Food Plot “Fertilizer
perennials. They take longer to get estab- & Supplement” supplements deer with a
lished, but they have longer survival rates food plot, and improves soil structure for
and often last 3 years or more with proper better aeration and water movement. It
maintenance. These plants have high pro- also stimulates beneficial microorganisms
tein content and are easy to digest. to improve long-term soil pH. It’s especial-
• Pro Graze: This annual/perennial blend ly effective in sandy soils. Learn more at
provides the benefits of perennials and rackology.org.
annuals in one food plot. Some plants
grow large quantities quickly, and others Whitetail Institute
that provide consistent growth for several
years. Whitetail Institute’s Imperial Whitetail
Conceal is great for rapidly producing tall,
• Throw & Grow: This user-friendly thick cover right where hunters and/or
blend can be grown and maintained their deer need it. Conceal can grow 8 feet
without the use of heavy machinery or or taller, and it’s designed with compo-
discing. They’re highly adaptable and can nents that grow to different heights, ensur-
grow just about anywhere. Learn more at ing that Conceal is very thick from top to
evolved.com. bottom. Hunters can use it in a variety of

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creative ways. For example, it can be used Rackology Plot 365
to create bedding areas, cover for deer Feeding Zone
travel, cover for hunters getting to stands,
cover for ground blinds and much more. Heartland
Learn more at whitetailinstitute.com. Wildlife
Rack Maker
Heartland Wildlife Extreme
Whitetail
Rack Maker Extreme from Heartland Institute
Wildlife was designed to be planted in the Imperial
early fall as a fall/winter food plot, and it Whitetail
will also serve extremely well as a hunt- Conceal
ing plot. Rack Maker Extreme is a blend
of winter oats, winter rye and forage soy- 65
beans. It also includes three brassicas: a
hybrid turnip, forage rape and purple top
turnips. The frost-tolerant ingredients in
this mix have different peak attraction pe-
riods, prompting deer activity throughout
all hunting seasons. Learn more at heart-
landwildlife.com.

Killer Food Plots

White Rage is a testament to Killer Food
Plots’ (KFP) dedication to soil health,
whitetail nutrition and habitat restora-
tion. This mix of KFP-brand Radish and
KFP-brand Sugar Beets produces summer
protein and late season carbohydrates
that aid in post-rut recovery. In addition
to being super sweet for repeated visits,
White Rage produces up to 15 tons of for-
age that is full of high-energy carbohy-
drates. White Rage also grows in poor-
quality soil and is drought tolerant. Learn
more at killerfoodplots.com.

Killer
Food
Plots
White
Rage

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Five Questions with CenterPoint Archery

Velocity Outdoor is the parent company of a handful of leading brands in the stock designs to work in conjunction with
a HeliCoil style front end from Ravin.
outdoor industry, including Crosman, Benjamin Airguns, CenterPoint Archery CenterPoint Archery is the only company
in the industry that’s able to use the pat-
and—most recently—Ravin Crossbows. We spoke with Kevin Casey, assistant ented HeliCoil technology from Ravin. This
has allowed us to produce a crossbow that
product manager of Velocity Outdoor’s archery category, to learn more about is only 6-inches wide when cocked with a
true velocity of 400+ fps. The CP400 offers
the latest developments from CenterPoint Archery, which promise big things for an adjustable stock design that CenterPoint
consumers have come to expect from our
consumers, dealers and the industry at large. product line. We have also introduced a
folding stirrup design that offers users
H ow would you describe CenterPoint of Ravin Crossbows, we will harness the the ability to shorten the overall length of
Archery’s company philosophy? ■ combined knowledge from both companies the crossbow for increased mobility. It also
CenterPoint Archery’s company phi- to further the evolution of our products. provides a solid bi-pod for shooting, and
losophy is to develop and build feature-rich it acts as a stand when hunting from the
and value-driven crossbows in each price Along the way, the company’s key to suc- ground. We have done all this for a retail
point category. We want to consistently cess will be its employees. Many of them are price that’s under $900.
grow and maintain our dealer relation- diehard product enthusiasts, and they feel
ships, while increasing our market share honored to be working in the outdoor indus- How does CenterPoint Archery support
in the crossbow field and providing the best try. This team has incredible passion and is independent dealers? ■ CenterPoint Archery
customer service in the industry. always looking for ways to evolve our brands. supports our independent dealers with the
Outside of our employees, we are extremely best outside rep groups in the industry, an
To meet those goals, CenterPoint Archery is fortunate to have exceptional relationships in-house sales team, an outstanding cus-
determined to separate itself from the com- with our dealer base. Our relationships allow tomer service department and a channel
petition by offering outstanding customer for open communication, and with those strategy of dealer exclusive crossbows that
service and high-quality, high-performing partnerships, we know we’ll be able to stay allow the independent dealer to be competi-
products that are affordable for the con- successful in this industry. tive in the marketplace.
sumer. Meanwhile, CenterPoint Archery is
dedicated to helping dealers be profitable by What is one of the company’s best-selling This combination gives us the opportu-
allowing them to maintain above-average products of 2019, and what makes this nity to develop true relationships with our
margins. product special? ■ The CP400 is CenterPoint dealers and learn from them first-hand
Archery’s flagship crossbow for 2019. We have about what their customers are looking
What are CenterPoint Archery’s major goals been able to adapt our adjustable crossbow for. That “real-life” product experience and
for the next few years? ■ In the next few dealer feedback is invaluable when it comes
years, CenterPoint Archery’s focus is on the to product development.
expansion and growth our product line and
to increase brand awareness through our
marketing campaigns. With the acquisition

CP400 How does CenterPoint Archery seek
out and address problems/gaps in the
industry? ■ CenterPoint Archery gathers
the information brought in-house through
our sales team from the field. Our sales
teams have developed strong relationships
with the dealers and are in frequent con-
tact with them. This one-on-one relation-
ship with dealers allows our sales teams to
evaluate and assess any noticeable changes
in product trends.

As far as gaps in the industry, Center-
Point Archery is consistently looking into
and testing new innovative products that
we feel would benefit the end-consumer.

WebXtra ■ Learn more about

CenterPoint Archery and the CP400 at
insidearchery.com/centerpoint5q

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