Retailers are well aware that accessories are the cornerstone for building traffic. As you might expect, finding accessories at the 2005 SHOT Show is an easy task; finding the newest and most interesting products may not be as easy-unless you know where to look. SHOT Daily helps you navigate the aisles profitably.
ARC Products
Made from indestructible polyethylene plastic, this compact, rollup sled helps take the misery out of dragging a deer out of the woods. Measuring 24 by 72 inches with lock-down adjustable straps, the Dead Sled features a hunter-orange shoulder strap for improved pulling. The plastic bottom helps keep deer free of dirt and debris, and the entire package weighs less than four pounds, with carrying bag. SRP: $34.95. Booth #8667. (866-207-5993; www.deadsled.net)
Ameristep
Weighing in at only 14.5 pounds, the Carbon Enhanced Baby Brickhouse Blind is 48 inches square and stands 56 inches tall. Its carbon-enhanced Shadow-Guard lining eliminates shadows and silhouettes, while completely containing scent. The unit offers 360-degree shoot-through camouflage mesh windows with seven zippers and a zippered roof. The blind comes with a carry case, camo mesh shoot-through window covers, 12 tent stakes and four tie-down ropes. Available in several popular camouflage patterns. Booth #6212. (810-686-4035; www.ameristep.com)
Cyclops
The newest and lightest addition to the Cyclops line, the Atom (CYC-UL1) weighs in at only one ounce. This ultralight LED headlamp and magnifier lens projects light up to 15 feet. The Cyclops is weatherproof, has a burn time of 15 hours and comes with two CR2016 lithium batteries. Booth #7228. (877-269-8490; www.cyclops solutions.com)
Final Approach
The Eliminator Goose Decoy is a full-bodied decoy made from heavy-duty polyethylene and molded to achieve anatomically lifelike body styles. Highly detailed, durable, nonglare paint schemes provide an ultra-realistic look. All heads are flocked for realism.
The quick-attach leg-base system securely fastens to the decoy body with no moving parts, eliminating failure in the field. The weighted keel base lowers the center of gravity, preventing the decoy from tipping over in high winds or on uneven surfaces. Packed in groups of four with Lookers, Active, or Feeders. Booth #4832. (920-928-3118; www.finalapproach blinds.com)
Gerber Legendary Blades
This heavy-duty LED is small and compact and clips to the brim of your hat. The Recon is milled from machined aluminum and its rotating dial selects among four choices in LED-colored light: bright white, red, green and blue. It operates on a single AA battery for up to 42 hours of continuous operation. The Recon has a drilled lanyard hole in the cap and is built to take serious abuse. SRP: $27.99. Booth #5029. (800-950-6161; www.gerberblades.com)
Hunter’s Specialties
Unlike many other calls, the Diamond Wood Duck Call allows the user to blow loud ringing hail calls, while still maintaining the back pressure to blow soft, raspy sounds. Each call has a hand-turned barrel made from tough laminated wood that won’t swell in wet conditions. Exterior colors include green/tan with a double reed and red/blue with a single reed and finished with a solid metal band. SRP: $59.99. Booth #3825. (800-728-0321; www.hunterspec.com)
[NEXT “Accessories Continued…”] Kenco
The Life Timer II Digital Programmable Feeding Timer is programmable for up to 24 daily feedings with digital accuracy and bright-red LED display. Feeding times can be set to run from 2 to 32 seconds. There is a simple, three-button programmer with a test switch and a safety delay. The timer has a durable housing that’s resistant to weather and throws a 30-fo circle of feed. Powered by a six-volt battery, the unit can be mounted to various feeding containers and comes with a limited lifetime warranty. SRP: $45.99. Booth #4832. (920-928-3118; www.kencofeeders.com)
Knight & Hale
This round steel container is smaller than your finger and attaches to a bow, backpack strap, binocular strap or rifle sling. Unlike many other detectors that use powders, the Wind Seeker Air Current Detector uses fibers. Fibers are visible and show the patterns of thermals for a long distance, compared with powders that dissipate quickly. Light-weight and refillable, the Wind Seeker minimizes hand movement. Booth #3513. (800-531-1201; www.knightandhale.com)
Kolpin Outdoors
Removing bolt-on accessories from an ATV during the off-season or making a quick change to different gear in-season has never been so easy. The Gearlock & Load system can be used with most ATV accessories. The bracket system comes with one universal-fit ATV receiver plate that permanently mounts to the ATV rack and two plates that mount to various accessories. Additional plates can be purchased separately. SRP: $28.95. Booth #4832. (877-956-5746; www.kolpin.com)
Kowa Optimed
The Spotting Digital Scope Adaptor allows hunters to take flawless photos and video without handheld jitters. The Kowa Universal Mount System attaches to the user’s tripod and fixes the camera and spotting scope. The user can comfortably balance the camera and scope safely atop a tripod for outstanding shots of deer, elk or other game. The system is ideal for cameras that are too bulky or heavy to simply attach to the back of a spotting scope. Booth #7335. (800-966-5692; www.kowascope.com)
Laserlyte
With the Super Bright Laser Bore Alignment kit, your customers can quickly and easily sight-in their gun within four inches at 100 yards. Finding paper is a snap whether from a .22 or a .50-caliber rifle. The laser uses a 635nm diode that’s bright enough to be clearly seen in sunlight; it’s powered by three A-76 batteries good for 1.5 hours of continuous use. The kit comes with a nylon pouch for the laser bore, caliber adapters, hex wrench and four screws. Additional adapters are available for shotguns and muzzleloaders. SRP: $83.50. Booth #7351. (928-649-3201; www.laserlytesights.com)
[NEXT “Accessories Continued…”] Lohman
Activated by remote control, the Invisi-Predator Call produces realistic sounds that attract most predators with the simple push of a button. The call easily attaches to trees, brush or fences and can be activated from up to 150 feet away. A hunter can choose from digital recordings of the coyote serenade, fawn in distress, baby cottontail or baby pig distress sounds without revealing his location. The unit is battery powered and weather resistant and fits in a hunter’s pocket or gear bag. SRP: $59.99. Booth #4832. (877-956-5746; www.kolpin.com)
**Mad Calls **
The MD-755 Wildlife Eye Video System has a motion sensor and clock timer that allows a camcorder video to monitor day or night trail activity by motion. The clock timer feature can be set to monitor an entire field, food plot, etc. for up to a seven-day period.
An undetectable, invisible infrared light illuminates up to 40 feet. It’s easy to operate: just connect to the camcorder and turn the power on. No camera modifications are required. The MD-755 will operate with over 125 new and older models of Sony and Canon camcorders with LANC connections. The system is ergonomically designed, weatherproof and locked for security. Booth #4832. (877-956-5746; www.kolpin.com)
Remington
The Rangemaster Travel Kit is a convenient, durable gun clean-ing kit packaged in a rugged Remington green storage box. A handy tool on the range, it has a removable tray for quick access to all cleaning supplies in the field, or at home. The kit is equipped to clean most rifles, shotguns and pistols. It contains the standard components, including cloths, cleaning rod, shotgun and pistol adapter. A shotgun and rifle patch puller is also included, with an extensive selection of brushes. The kit also comes with Remington cleaning chemicals and oils. SRP: $20. Booth #482, #601 and #1005. (800-243-9700; www.remington.com)
Scent Shield/ Robinson Outdoors
Keeping the funk off your customers is easy with this convenient, supersize 22-ounce trigger-spray bottle. The White Lightning Scent Eliminating Spray formula is a dual-action neutralizer that eliminates odor. It kills human scent on contact with carbon-like absorption properties in wet or dry conditions. Ideal for use with carbon-activated clothing, boots or any breathable outerwear. SRP: $12.99. Booth #6401. (507-263-2885; www.scentshield.com)
[NEXT “Accessories Continued…”] Stealth Cam
Stealth Cam introduces the new 3.0 megapixel Digital Scouting Camera, with plug-and-play technology. It delivers high-quality images and is ideal for game scouting or commercial and residential security. Using the included USB cord, this Stealth Cam model can be connected to any PC.
The camera features a 1.8-inch TFT LCD color screen; an adjustable passive infrared sensor that detects heat and motion activates the camera. The camera accepts standard compact flash-memory cards, and there is a video-out jack for viewing images on an external monitor or TV. The length of time the camera records after activation can be set from 1 to 60 minutes. The flash is effective up to 30 feet. All-weather housing ensures reliable operation. Booth #7228. (760-268-0576; www.stealthcam.net)
Tri-Tronics
Excellent for dog trainers who use a wide selection of momentary stimulation, the Sport 80M is a great all-around remote trainer. There are 12 levels of momentary stimulation and an additional 6 levels of continuous stimulation for a stronger correction. From the transmitter, you can instantly change the stimulation type from from a charge to a tone.
The unit features a ¿¿-mile range and an on/off switch that is activated at the receiver. The collar is waterproof, with insulated contact points to ensure consistent and reliable stimulation in the water. The rechargeable NiMH batteries in the collar are replaceable and include a trickle charger. A basic training video and manual are also included. SRP: $320. Booth #8155. (800-456-4343; www.tritronics.com)
[NEXT “Accessories Continued…”] Truglo
The Tru-Site Xtreme Micro-Adjust Archery Sight adjusts without tools. Each pin uses an extra-long wrapped fiber. The aiming dot is positioned to eliminate distortion. There is also a luminescent shooter’s ring to help align the peep. The one-piece headeld, or at home. The kit is equipped to clean most rifles, shotguns and pistols. It contains the standard components, including cloths, cleaning rod, shotgun and pistol adapter. A shotgun and rifle patch puller is also included, with an extensive selection of brushes. The kit also comes with Remington cleaning chemicals and oils. SRP: $20. Booth #482, #601 and #1005. (800-243-9700; www.remington.com)
Scent Shield/ Robinson Outdoors
Keeping the funk off your customers is easy with this convenient, supersize 22-ounce trigger-spray bottle. The White Lightning Scent Eliminating Spray formula is a dual-action neutralizer that eliminates odor. It kills human scent on contact with carbon-like absorption properties in wet or dry conditions. Ideal for use with carbon-activated clothing, boots or any breathable outerwear. SRP: $12.99. Booth #6401. (507-263-2885; www.scentshield.com)
[NEXT “Accessories Continued…”] Stealth Cam
Stealth Cam introduces the new 3.0 megapixel Digital Scouting Camera, with plug-and-play technology. It delivers high-quality images and is ideal for game scouting or commercial and residential security. Using the included USB cord, this Stealth Cam model can be connected to any PC.
The camera features a 1.8-inch TFT LCD color screen; an adjustable passive infrared sensor that detects heat and motion activates the camera. The camera accepts standard compact flash-memory cards, and there is a video-out jack for viewing images on an external monitor or TV. The length of time the camera records after activation can be set from 1 to 60 minutes. The flash is effective up to 30 feet. All-weather housing ensures reliable operation. Booth #7228. (760-268-0576; www.stealthcam.net)
Tri-Tronics
Excellent for dog trainers who use a wide selection of momentary stimulation, the Sport 80M is a great all-around remote trainer. There are 12 levels of momentary stimulation and an additional 6 levels of continuous stimulation for a stronger correction. From the transmitter, you can instantly change the stimulation type from from a charge to a tone.
The unit features a ¿¿-mile range and an on/off switch that is activated at the receiver. The collar is waterproof, with insulated contact points to ensure consistent and reliable stimulation in the water. The rechargeable NiMH batteries in the collar are replaceable and include a trickle charger. A basic training video and manual are also included. SRP: $320. Booth #8155. (800-456-4343; www.tritronics.com)
[NEXT “Accessories Continued…”] Truglo
The Tru-Site Xtreme Micro-Adjust Archery Sight adjusts without tools. Each pin uses an extra-long wrapped fiber. The aiming dot is positioned to eliminate distortion. There is also a luminescent shooter’s ring to help align the peep. The one-piece head
