Author: Zach Raynsford
Zach Raynsford
Zach Raynsford is the General Manager of Outdoor Specialty Media , the parent company of North American Bowhunter, North American Outdoorsman, Crossbow Magazine, and NA Deer Hunter. A lifelong outdoorsman who grew up fishing, skiing, golfing, and hiking, Zach discovered hunting just three years ago — a fresh journey that gives him a unique perspective on what it’s like to get into the sport for the first time. That newcomer’s curiosity, combined with years of experience in marketing for outdoor and hunting brands, allows Zach to connect authentically with readers who are exploring the outdoors and hunting lifestyle on their own terms. Whether testing new gear or building digital strategies for leading brands, Zach brings a storyteller’s approach to every project — blending enthusiasm, insight, and a genuine respect for the outdoors.
2026 Gear Guide From a first 5-weight to premium trout rods, compact travel models, technical Euro-nymphing tools, and saltwater 8-weights, these nine picks cover the situations fly anglers encounter most often. Quick take: The Sage R8 Core is our best overall fly rod, the ECHO Carbon XL provides the strongest value, and the Orvis Clearwater is the best place for a new angler to begin. Specialized anglers should look to the Winston AIR 2 for dry flies, Redington Butter Stick for small streams, ECHO TRIP for travel, Thomas & Thomas Contact III+ for Euro nymphing, and G. Loomis IMX-PRO V2S…
A power station solves that problem quietly. There is no fuel to spill, no exhaust to manage and no generator droning beside the wall tent. The catch is that these units vary widely. A compact battery can be perfect for an overnight hunt but nearly useless for a four-day deer camp running a refrigerator. A larger station can power almost anything in camp, but carrying 35 pounds from the truck every time you move locations gets old quickly. We compared five current power stations with hunting-camp use in mind. The goal was not to crown the unit with the largest…
Spring turkey hunting sounds calm—until you’ve been sitting on a root for 45 minutes with your back screaming and your calls buried in the wrong pocket. That’s when gear starts to matter. A good turkey vest or chest pack with a built-in seat fixes both problems. You’ve got everything right where you need it—calls, shells, gear—and when it’s time to set up, you can sit down anywhere and stay still. No shifting, no digging, no extra movement when a bird’s coming in. In this guide, we’re breaking down the best turkey chest packs with seats, what actually matters in the…
Shop Discounted Turkey Hunting Gear That Won’t Break the Bank Every spring, turkey hunters start digging through their gear bins, realizing something’s missing. Maybe it’s a new pair of boots that won’t soak through on a dew-covered ridge. Maybe your vest is falling apart. Maybe you’ve finally decided it’s time to upgrade to gear that actually makes you more efficient in the woods. The good news is that some of the best turkey gear on the market goes on sale right before and during the season. Smart hunters pay attention to these discounts because the right piece of gear can…