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The New Hoyt Maxxis

Posted in Gear Shed on August 9th, 2010
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Some said it would be impossible to top the AlphaMax. Hoyt’s engineers didn’t listen. Meet the all-new 2010 Hoyt Maxxis. Undoubtedly the industry’s top hunting compound for 2010, Maxxis marks a radical advancement in Hoyt engineering and performance. This masterpiece of Hoyt craftsmanship is poised to dominate the archery world with cutting-edge design and unheard of standards of performance and reliability.

Maxxis advances the Hoyt legacy with the all-new, past-parallel, laminated XTS ARC Limb System – engineered to utterly kill vibration and produce an unbelievably smooth shot. ARC Limb Technology features incredibly high energy storage in a recoil-free, beyond-parallel configuration that increases speed and still provides for legendary Hoyt reliability. XTS ARC limbs deliver an extra quiet and super smooth shot, and they enhance dynamic cam alignment through the powerstroke for total accuracy and a sweet shot with blistering speed.

Maxxis also features an innovative, patent-pending, In-Line roller cable guard that reduces friction, increases speed and improves efficiency with a lightweight, durable, low profile design. Exclusive advanced bearing technology and in-line rollers work in concert with the rigging on Maxxis bows to increase efficiency – delivering higher speed, lower energy loss and whisper quiet performance.

The perfectly balanced, smooth-shooting Maxxis is light, sleek, fast and tough, and delivers a lengthy list of other purpose-built technologies, including Hoyt’s exquisitely sculpted, high strength TEC LITE Riser, XTR Cam & ½ Performance System, and popular 180 PRO-FIT Grip.

Maxxis 35 offers the same unprecedented performance as the Maxxis 31, but in a longer, 35” axle-to-axle version. Like its 31” counterpart, Maxxis 35 is stacked with Hoyt-exclusive innovation and technologies.

The much-anticipated Maxxis promises to be the top bow of 2010. See your Hoyt dealer - and log on to www.hoyt.com - for complete details.

NOTE: Hoyt proudly offers a custom Dangerous Game setup for the Maxxis 31 and 35. Equipped with extra heavy-draw limbs, reinforced components, a wood grip and custom Dangerous Game limb graphics, this dynamic setup is available in 80 and 90 pound options to guarantee necessary penetration on large-bodied game.

Maxxis 31 specs: Maxxis 35 specs:
Axle-to-axle: 31” Axle-to-axle: 35”
Brace height: 7” Brace height: 7”
Mass weight: 3.9 lbs. Mass weight: 4.2 lbs.
Draw length: 23.5-30” (1/2” increments) Draw length: 27-31” (1/2” increments)
Draw weight: 40-50#, 50-60#, 60-70#, 70-80, 80-90# Draw weight: 40-50#, 50-60#, 60-70#, 70-80#, 80-90#
Speed: 323 fps (+/- 2 fps) Speed: 318 fps (+/- 2 fps)

I’m really excited about the launch of the new Mack Daddy and Run and Gun Hiker Bone Collector boots from Scentblocker. With the great success of the knee boots we designed in 2009, we knew we had to do a complete line of footwear for the hunter.

These are two new boots with strategically different personalities. The Mack Daddy 1200g pac boot was developed for late-season and cold weather hunting with its 1200 gram Thinsulate® insulation lining, and includes a removable carbon insole and S3 antimicrobial protection. A 100% waterproof membrane keeps you dry and warm. Reinforced rubber toe and heel in addition to dual density rubber outsole with multi-terrain traction lugs make this boot hold up over the roughest ground and through the harshest elements.

Bone Collector Mack Daddy Boot

NEW Bone Collector™ Mack Daddy 1200g Pac 12”

  • Removable activated carbon insole with S3® antimicrobial technology and toe warmer compatible
  • Camo fabric gaiter featuring durable nylon webbing CamLock closure blocks snow and debris
  • 1200g Thinsulate® insulation lining
  • 100% waterproof membrane construction
  • 2 Layer camo rubber fabric mudguard
  • Brown Frisco leather support frame
  • 1000D camo nylon fabric panels
  • Dual density rubber outsole with multi-terrain traction lugs
  • Internal comfort EVA midsole pods in outsole reduce shock
  • Speed lace design with durable stud hooks
  • Reinforced rubber toe & heel
  • Climb right heel design
  • Sizes: Men’s 8-13 Whole Sizes
  • Color: Realtree® AP™

The Run and Gun Hiker is a great boot for on-the-go spot and stalk hunting. A removable activated carbon insole with S3® antimicrobial technology and cork top layer reduces shock. Two layer camo EVA shock-reducing midsole combined with Triple Density Rock Shock Stabilizer Lugs for multi-terrain traction helps keep you going all day long. A 100% waterproof membrane keeps you dry on those all day hunts.

Bone Collector Run and Gun Hiker Boot

NEW Bone Collector™ Run and Gun Hiker [RGH]

  • Removable activated carbon insole with S3® antimicrobial technology with cork top layer reduces shock
  • S3® antimicrobial lining aids in odor control
  • High Altitude full grain Yak Leather
  • 1000 denier Realtree® AP™
  • 100% waterproof membrane construction
  • 2 layer camo EVA shock reducing midsole
  • Triple Density Rock Shock Stabilizer Lugs for multi-terrain traction
  • Speed Lace Design with durable stud hooks
  • Reinforced rubber toe & heel
  • Climb Right heel design
  • Sizes: Men’s 8-13 Med & Wide Widths (1/2 sizes up to 12)
  • Color: Realtree® AP™

You can check out www.scentblocker.com for more information. Look forward to hearing your thoughts on these new boots as well.

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Benchmade Bone Collector Series

Posted in Gear Shed on May 11th, 2010

I must say I’m stoked about the new Bone Collector Series of knives from Benchmade. They have always been a top knife-maker and know I can’t wait to put them to work this fall. After all, they carve up a Southern Thunder Chicken pretty easily!

Hope you guys will take a chance to check out the Benchmade site, http://www.benchmade.com, and look at the Bone Collector Series.

I must say that the Model 15010 Bone Collector fixed blade with gut hook is one of my favorite blades. It has a modified clip-point and made of D2 tool steel. It’s just over 8 inches in length and comes with a sweet Bone Collector sheath. Check it out and let me know what you think.

Bonecollector Benchmade Knife

The well known online store for cross bow accessories and other hunting gear , Extreme Outdoor Ventures has just introduced its newest offering: the “New” QAD Michael Waddell’s Ultra Rest HD.

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Black powder hunters and fans of Michael Waddell’s Bone Collector show will appreciate the quality features of the new 3-9×40 Bone Collector scope from Bushnell.

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Tough as Nails

Posted in Gear Shed on October 9th, 2009
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Michael describes his Benchmade Knife

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Get Closer, Quicker with Bad Boy

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Michael gives the run-down of the Bad Boy Buggies

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Packing Up

Posted in Gear Shed on October 9th, 2009
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Michael packs his Bow and Accessories in his Blacks Creek

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Scouting with Bushnell

Posted in Gear Shed on October 9th, 2009
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Michael displays his Bushnell products that help him in the field

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Party with Cracker Boy

Posted in Gear Shed on October 9th, 2009
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Michael lets us in on how he spices up his families meals