Gear

Back in 2019, I was on a search for new gaiters.  I’d worn out my my old Sportsman’s Warehouse fleece/membrane gaiters.  These had gone 10 seasons, but they were...

Zamberlan 960 Guide Boot ReviewBy Brock Akers, Rokslide Moderator Type in the search box on Rokslide "best backcountry boot" and be prepared for a few seconds of load...

The fellas at Sitka Gear and Rokslide were kind enough to send me a Sitka Mountain Evo Jacket for an upcoming sheep hunt in the Brooks Range.  When I...

Where I live in the Pacific Northwest, we average 171 days a year with precipitation. Solid rain gear is extremely important. It also needs to not only be waterproof...

Most experienced hunters will tell you a good pair of boots is essential for backcountry hunting. Your boots need to have the right level of protection and support for the...

A spotting scope is a critical tool for the western hunter.  A quality spotter serves many purposes including general hunting, scouting, range work, long range practice, trophy evaluation and...

When it comes to choosing mid-layers for a hunting clothing system, the options can feel endless—and honestly, overwhelming. Every brand offers multiple choices, and when building your system, it’s...

I’ve been a user of Leica optics for over twenty years, spending countless hours using their range finders, rangefinding binoculars, and spotting scopes. Their advancement in optical technology has...

Kowa TSN-553 Prominar Review By Luke Moffat, Rokslide Staff Late this summer I purchased the Kowa TSN-553 Prominar. Why did I purchase yet another 55mm, sub 2-pound spotting scope? I’ve been...

Cabela's Alaskan Guide - External Frame Jared Bloomgren ("J-Rod")   As backcountry hunters we are always looking for the best way to get our animals out of the rough...