The 2023 ATA show is now under way in Indianapolis, Indiana. The Bowhunting.com team will be bringing updates and product reviews throughout each day of the show. To kick things off, here’s a quick roundup of some of the hot new gear and featured products for Day 1 of the show.
Tethrd FAS Pack
The Tethrd crew continues to crank out some of the best of the best in saddle hunting gear each year. And the 2023 will be no exception. The team has recently launched their all-new FAS Pack. Their goal was to make it 100% American made, infinitely modular, customizable and wel suited for the minimalist. The result was a small pack with big potential.
The main body of pack is constructed of 500D Cordura and Squadron B-52 materials. It has all the room you need. No more, no less. It’s got infinite options for strapping and lashing gear and accessories to the outside and the perfect amount of space for your valuables on the inside.
Other features:
- 1000 cubic main compartment
- Additional storage in top lid and side pockets
- Quiet micro fleece interior
- Padded air mesh back
- Weight – 3lbs
MSRP: $349.99
Scentlok Paradigm Jacket & Pant
ScentLok expands on their popular BE:1 line of premium hunting apparel with the new Paradigm jacket & pant. A highly wind- and water-resistant fabric with a DWR treated micro tricot shell and a micro-grid fleece lining delivers versatility and just enough warmth to help you endure almost anything you’ll encounter during those cool to cold mid-season hunts.
Featuring “triple threat technology”; Carbon Alloy technology provides maximum odor absorption; Silver Alloy to inhibit the growth of bacteria; and, Fusix technology helps destroy bacteria and control odors while maintaining supreme stretch.
Notable Paradigm jacket features:
- Adjustable, removable hood
- Adjustable cuffs
- Articulated elbows for enhanced mobility
- Safety harness opening
Notable pants features:
- Four pocket design – 2 waist, 2 cargo
- Articulated knees for added mobility
- Comfort stretch waist
- Knee-length leg zippers for easy on-off over boots
MSRP: $279.99
Elevate Element Ultra Treestand
Run and gun bowhunters will love the new Element Ultra treestand released for 2023 by Elevate Stand Co. Weighing in at just 6.25 pounds, it’s a great option for the minimalist that wants to go in light and come out heavy. It’s built with 6061-T6 aluminum in a rigid design that can be setup with ratchet or cam buckle. The stand’s adjustable base and seat make leveling out on most any tree easier than ever.
Other Features:
- Platform – 17″ x 23.75″
- Seat and Cushion – 10″ x 8″
- Height from Platform to Seat – 19.5″
- Climbing stick attachment
MSRP: $419.99
Latitude Outdoors Carbon SS Climbing Stick
We found a new super light climbing stick option for 2023 is the new Carbon SS stick from Latitude Outdoors. These are 18″ sticks and weigh in just over 1 pound. They are a fixed double steps offering plenty of comfort and safety when ascending and descending the tree. The Latitude team set out to achieve ultralight weight specs, but also improve durability, instead of sacrificing it. The end result was a carbon fiber technology (patent pending) unknown to the hunting industry.
The Carbon SS Climbing Sticks are a single, continuous piece of carbon fiber material. There are no moving parts and no hardware, so there’s nothing to come loose, no matter how hard you run the sticks. The carbon material is extremely rigid, so bent standoffs/steps are no longer a problem. You’ll also find a new attachment method that eliminates noisy, cumbersome cam buckle straps. This new attachment method also enables flat stacking, so the sticks pack really well for saddle hunters and mobile treestand hunters. The Carbon SS Climbing Sticks are made in the USA.
MSRP: $239.99 (3-pack) / $85.99 (single)
Stealth Cam Deceptor
Stealth Cam has been at the forefront of trail camera technology for years. This year, they’re leading out with a new lineup of cameras that raise the bar in ensuring you get the photos you want and need for the most recent intel. Their new Stealth Cam Deceptor camera is a step up from the average cell camera by offering multiple networks into one camera. The camera features an auto detection that senses the best available signal in the area you’re in and uses that service to maintain connection, be it Verizon or AT&T networks. The camera also features a new On Demand function through the Stealth Cam Command Pro App that allows you to access near real-time images or video of the camera’s view to know what’s happening at your camera site at any given moment.
Other Features:
- Trigger Speed – 0.4s
- Photo Quality – 40MP
MSRP: $149.99
Schrade Enrage Knife
One of the baddest new knives to hit the market comes in a collaboration from one of America’s longest-lasting cutlery companies and one of the most popular broadhead brands in the business. The result – the all new Schrade Enrage Series of knives. The knife is designed with Rage Broadhead Technology, and gives you replaceable blade technology that is super sharp, durable and dependable. It’s a great option when you’re breaking down big game, or as a super-sharp everyday carry.
Capitalizing on the design of the widely-popular Rage Trypan broadhead blades, each knife features a uniquely-designed scalpel-sharp .024” blade system custom-designed to fit the Enrage series of knives. This exclusive 420a stainless steel blade concept offers a narrow point and up to 20% more cutting edge than comparable models.
Available models:
- Isolate Enrage 7″ or 8″ version with a 2.63″ (on 7), and 3″ blade (on 8).
- Phantom Enrage – 6″ or 7″ versions with 2.25″ and 2.63″ blades.
- Stryche Enrage – 6″ or 7″ versions with 2.25″ and 2.63″ blades
MSRP: $39.99 – $74.99
LaCrosse Ursa MS
LaCrosse continues to build on their lineup of rugged boots built for the backcountry. Their latest offering is the LaCrosse Ursa MS (mid-season). It’s a boot that was five years in the making, with an end result that gives hunters one of the most stable, lace-up leather boots on the market. The boot features a highly durable upper construction consisting of TecTuff PU-infused leather with proven abrasion resistance that outshines traditional leather and a quick-drying, breathable SuperFabric quarter panel and gusset for protection against abrasion; and a large Hexguard rubber rand that has been cemented and double stitched for unrivaled durability.
The boot also features a GORE TEX breathable liner to provide waterproofing and breathability, while the Vibram Mont outsole optimizes traction, support and durability. It’s a 7″ boot that weighs in at 3.1 lbs (men’s size 10). The boots are available in Gunmetal/Orange and Brown/Gold.
- Molded PU footbed offers support and cushioning comfort
- Lightweight EVA midsole provides underfoot cushioning and shock absorption
- Bi-Fit stability board evenly distributes weight for lasting comfort
- Ball bearing loop and open-hook hardware for easy, consistent lacing
GlenDel Half-Scale Elk Target
GlenDel has long been one of the most popular targets among bowhunters. You’ll find these targets in backyards across the country. They offer great looks and super easy arrow removal, and extended target life with its ability to rotate the sweet spot within the target. For 2023, the brand has launched the first of its kind, Half-Scale Elk Target.
Like the targets before it, this new elk target features 4-sided core technology in an anatomically-accurate target that represents the silhouette of one of North America’s largest big game animals, all without the size or expense of a life-sized version. The target is constructed of ultra-durable self-healing polyfoam for years of use. It stands 38″ tall at the shoulder, representing a bull weighing 300 pounds and includes a removable 6-point rack.
Redneck Game Changer Blind
Redneck Blinds are one of the most popular elevated blinds in the business when it comes to deer hunting. The blinds offer a clean design with the best features for comfort and visibility coming standard. And if you’re looking for even more room in your next deer blind, you’ll want to check out the all-new Game Changer It’s huge! In fact, it’s big enough to comfortably hunt 3-4 adults when hunting with a bow or rifle.
It has 10 windows to maximize visibility and shot opportunities and is spacious enough to accommodate a small cot or mattress for the hunter planning to stay overnight.
- Great viewing/shooting opportunities
- Ultimate comfort and concealment
- Hunt with the whole family
- Camp out in the blind overnight
Muddy Trap Door Blind Platform
The new Muddy Trap Door Blind Platform provides a great alternative to the expensive elevated shooting houses on the market these days. This platform allows you to simply add your own pop-up style ground blind to deck, elevating your blind 5 feet off the ground.
With a trap door design you can quickly and quietly access your blind with less pressure on game in the immediate area. The platform is constructed of heavy-duty powdered coated steel and measures 65″ x 65″, fitting most ground blinds on the market. It has a 500 lb weight rating and sets up easy with minimal tools.
- Elevate your existing pop-up blind
- Cost effective
- Easy transport and setup
Be sure to check back often for product updates, reviews and photos throughout each day of the show.
