Vortex Razor HD 10×42 Binocular Review

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Vortex Razor HD 10×42 Short Review Pros: good looks, superb ergonomics and tough, lightweight design coupled with premium optics and coatings make for a very compelling package that rivals top tier European binoculars. Stunning image quality and excellent handling make the Razor an absolute joy to use. The vortex VIP lifetime, transferable no quibble warranty [...]

Meopta MeoStar B1 10×42 HD Binocular Review

Meopta Meostar 10x42 HD

Meopta MeoStar B1 10×42 HD: Short Review Pros: Outstanding image quality — superb sharpness, detail and brightness. Up there with the very best optics on the market today. Good wide field of view, excellent edge sharpness and great low light performance. Optically there’s absolutely nothing to criticise here. Body feels bulletproof. Amazing padded strap has to [...]

Gear Review: Paramo Valez Adventure Light Smock

Páramo Valez Adventure Light waterproof smock review

Paramo Valez Adventure Light Smock: Short Review Pros: Light weight and convenient to carry; very comfortable to wear; easy to pull on and off; outstanding “directional” waterproof performance; windproof; quiet “low rustle” fabric; robust, despite it’s lightweight design. Cons: A bit short on pockets compared to a full-on outdoor jacket — but apart from that I [...]

Base Layer Review: Patagonia Men’s Capilene® 3 Midweight Crew

Patagonia Capilene Base Layer

A good base layer makes a real difference When you’re out watching wildlife you often find yourself in unpredictable weather, in inaccessible and exposed places, out early in the morning or late into the evening, and often a combination of all those things. If you want to stay comfortable you need the right kind of [...]

Vortex Viper HD 10×42 Binocular Review

Vortex Viper HD 10X42

Vortex Viper HD 10×42: Short Review Pros: Outstanding optical quality, superb bright image with excellent detail and very good edge sharpness. Compact and robust, great build quality, balance and handling. Bordering on an “Alpha” quality view, but only 1/3 the price of the big guns. Awesome close focus, great low light performance for a 10x. Lifetime, [...]