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Gear Reviews: Waders, Decoys, Packs, Optics & Ammo
Gear reviews on Hunt Bums are written by whoever carried the thing. Recent examples include the Rig'Em Right decoy review after a full season, the KUIU Upland Field Vest review, and Talon Grips on the Springfield Hellcat. For bigger purchases, the ATV size guide explains what CC you need, the 30 best online ammo sites ranks retailers on price and shipping, and the saddle hunting gear list separates what beginners need from what they can skip. Shotgun, rifle, and pistol reviews live under firearms. Also see our waterfowl, upland, and big game coverage.
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Six Excuses Shooters Make for Skipping Hearing Protection
Hunt Bums Firearms · National Hearing Protection MonthSix Excuses Shooters Make for Skipping Hearing ProtectionWhy the usual reasons for skipping ear pro don’t hold up, at the range or in the field, and what to look for in electronic hearing...
Best Duck Hunting Waders of 2026
Hunt Bums Gear Guide · 2026/27 SeasonBest Duck Hunting Waders of 2026Eight picks and 19 waders compared on what decides whether you're still happy with a pair in December: fit, the boot, where they take abuse and how fast the company fixes them.Find my wader...
Best Waterfowl Loads of 2026: 10 Steel Picks, 20 Compared
Hunt Bums Gear GuideBest Waterfowl Loads of 2026Steel still dominates the blind. In Hunt Bums' 2026 State of Waterfowl Hunting survey, 68.6% of respondents said it's their primary shot material. We compared 20 current loads to find the best waterfowl loads of 2026,...
Best Waterfowl Shotguns of 2026
Hunt Bums Gear GuideBest Waterfowl Shotguns of 2026Every duck gun gives something up. Here's what each of the best waterfowl shotguns trades away, and how to tell which compromises suit the way you hunt.6Picks · Every One Hunted by Hunt BumsFor the 2026–27...
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