Calibers that struggle to anchor game beyond 150 yards
A caliber can do fine in thick woods or up close, but once you stretch it beyond 150 yards,…
Tools hunters actually carry into the backcountry
When you pack for a backcountry hunt, space and weight matter. You can’t bring every gadget you own, and…
Rifles that consistently drop game without beating you up
A hunting rifle doesn’t need to leave you black and blue to get the job done. Some rifles are…
Best all-around calibers for windy, open terrain
Hunting or shooting in wide-open country changes the rules. Long distances and steady crosswinds demand calibers that hold velocity,…
Top .22 rifles for rabbits, squirrels, and quiet hunts
A good .22 rifle is one of the most useful tools you can own for small game and quiet…
Hunting rifles you’ll want to buy if you have the chance
Some rifles hang around forever. Others hit the shelves, make a name for themselves, then quietly disappear—either discontinued, priced…
Best-selling hunting rifles season after season
A rifle doesn’t keep selling year after year unless it proves itself in the field. Hunters come back to…
Off-the-shelf rifles you can count on for elk season
Elk hunts demand rifles you don’t have to second-guess. You need a factory gun that shoots true, handles rough…
Long-range hunting rifles that don’t weigh a ton
Long-range hunting rifles have a reputation for being heavy, especially when paired with big optics. But you don’t need…
Popular calibers that can’t punch through brush
There’s a lot of talk about “brush guns” and calibers that can supposedly plow through limbs and vines like…