The author field tests a Barnett Whitetail Hunter 400XTR during two deer seasons in Wisconsin, and along the way learns that this model overdelivers in almost every way.

The author tests Irish Setter Mudtrek boots — two versions — throughout the 2022 deer season in temperatures ranging from 75 to 5 degrees.

The author finally finds a variable-power crossbow scope that is accurate, bright and an excellent value.

The author carried an Ozonics HR500 into the field during 2022 for whitetail hunts in South Dakota and Wisconsin. Did it work? And how does the HR500 compare to earlier models?

Six new-for-2022 flagship compound bows are put to the test for speed, accuracy, sound, fit and finish, and other important criteria.

The TenPoint Nitro 505 sends a 400-grain arrow downrange at 505 fps, making it the fastest crossbow in the world. It’s also easy to load and deadly accurate.

In an industry where innovation is the name of the game, the new AXE AX440 crossbow stands near the top of the heap for 2022.