Best Saltwater Rods in 2017: A Buyer’s Guide

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Any fishing experience is really fun but there is nothing like chucking a lure out into the great blue ocean and waiting to see what you pull back up.

Unlike fishing in ponds or rivers, which usually harbor only a half dozen gamefish at most, the ocean is a different kettle of fish. Dozens of species are lurking over every reef and under every pier, not to mention that many of them are huge.

But to have a good chance of landing the best haul, you need a rod suited for saltwater angling.

Best Surf Rods in 2017: A Buyer’s Guide

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Whether you are fishing for buckets full of croakers or targeting the largest cobia in the cove, fishing is always more relaxing when there is sand between your toes and seagulls in the distance.

Surf fishing allows you to catch a wide variety of species, using different lures and baits, without the need to access a boat or pier. It is also a great way to combine family time with fishing time, as most kids love the activity (at least, for a while).

You might have to assist with casting and hook sets for young kids but that’s a small price to pay for the chance to introduce them to the world of fishing. Besides, there’s always the chance that they hook something particularly delicious or noteworthy.

But to have any reasonable chance of success from the shore, you need some gear designed specifically for the job. Start your gear collection by first selecting a good surf rod.

Night Vision: Can I Legally Hunt With It?

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Is Night Vision Legal?

Generally, this is an easy question to answer. Night vision and thermal devices are legal to own in the United States. Through my research, I found out that only California has laws regarding illegal sniper scopes.

The California law states that it is illegal to possess any attachment, device, or similar contrivance designed for or adaptable to use on a firearm which, through the utilization of a projected infrared light source and electronic telescope, enables the operator thereof to visually determine and locate the presence of objects during the nighttime…

Guide To Reverse Draw Crossbows w/ 2 Recommendations

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Crossbow hunting is here to stay, love it or hate it. What used to be a specialty item reserved for disabled hunters has become one of the fastest growing sectors of the hunting world.

The crossbow’s design hasn’t changed over the thousand or so years it has been around. Of course, the addition of cams added a new level of efficiency but the main design didn’t change until recently with the innovation of the reverse draw crossbow.

While the high cost creates a barrier of entry to people wanting to upgrade to the new design, the radical new version of the crossbow is gaining traction.

Do You Need An Infrared Illuminator For NV? ( Complete Overview )

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Do you need an infrared illuminator? If you plan to use night vision, then yes. Regardless of the type of night vision device you want to use, it is a handy and beneficial gizmo to have.

What is an IR Illuminator?

It is a tool designed to emit infrared light. Think of it as a flashlight that produces light that the human eye cannot see. A night vision device can pick up on this light and make it visible to humans.

Night vision, in general, needs ambient light to work — usually it comes from the moon or starlight. In situations where it’s overcast or there is little ambient light, night vision…

Review: ATN NVB5X-2 Night Vision Binoculars

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Unlike normal binoculars, NV binocs can’t have something crazy like a 20 power magnification.

Instead, you are typically isolated to less than 5 power. At the same time, they are the clearest option for magnified viewing. They are clearer and provide a wider field of view than NV monoculars.

NV field glasses are often expensive because it uses two separate intensifier tubes to provide two-eye outputs. ATN avoids this by offering a single eye output. This reduces the cost significantly. I’m talking several thousand dollars cheaper than two-eye output options.

One of the best sets of night vision binoculars is the ATN NVB5X-2. They provide a very clear and very consistent picture. Plus, they’re affordable.

Guide To Picking The Best Night Vision Binoculars w/ 3 Reviews

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Best for the Money 

ATN NVB5X-2 – Full Review

ATN is well known for making high-quality optics and accessories. They make a wide variety of night vision optics; and for the money, their gear is some of the top-notch.

The ATN Night Vision Binocular 5x-2, or ATN NVB5X-2, is a powerful pair. It is a  Gen 2+ optic that is designed perfectly to fill a hunting, a tactical, or a simple observation role.