The Ram Outdoorsman was this year’s Official Truck of the 2012 SHOT Show. “The quality and ruggedness of Ram trucks prove that fire-arms industry companies are not the only ones working hard to provide hunters and shooters with the first-rate products to help in their pursuits afield,” said Chris Dolnack, NSSF senior vice president and chief marketing officer. The Ram Outdoorsman takes all the features most useful to hunters, fisherman, campers and boaters, and packages them into one model. It combines convenience, off-road capability and trailer-towing hardware in one package. Truly a truck for the professional outfitter.

Envision opportunity with gear that can handle everything you can...Duluth Pack Since its first patent was filed in 1882, Duluth Pack has been making rugged packs for working people. Even though they still manufacture their gear out of the same Hole-n-the Wall that they did at the turn of the century, their product line has expanded to include a wide assortment of outdoor gear and custom luggage. Additionally in 2012 all products can be made in New Mossy Oak Break-Up, just give their customer service a call.

Fikkes has a Carbon Fiber  8' fly rod that packs down inside of a trekking pole. Now you can hike and trek into all your favorite fishing holes with ease. Look at this. Look at this.

DRI-DUCK Outdoorwear offers sportsmen and women a broad range of rugged yet stylish jackets, fleece, shirts and headwear. Their DRI-PACK jacket is currently on the backs of our Field Pros, undergoing a workout in the Wasatch Mountains of Northern Utah. A product review and field report will be out in the weeks ahead, but first reports indicate that this is a bullet proof jacket that can stand up to winter conditions, and can be packed into it's own packable pocket, making the perfect outer shell.

The Sight Expeditor directions is a simple yet intuitive device that enables shooters to quickly find the proper stopping point in their rifle scopes. Field reports indicate that the Sight Expeditor is a great piece of gear for improving quick shot accuracy.

The Big Game Drag Glove is perfect for hauling big game out of hard places. Unlike other drag devices your back and hands will not get tired and you will not lose your grip. The glove is made of a durable leather grade with attached straps. See how they work.

PYRAMEX offers safety eyewear and hearing protection technology to shooters. Their Venture Gear line provides not only safe, and functional protection...but they 're also pretty good looking.

With an Ultra Lift powered hand truck, one person can safely and easily handle loads that usually require 2 or 3 people. It moves up and down stairs. Two people can handle loads up to 1,500 pounds. An Ultra Lift is the perfect piece of gear to move gun safes, vending machines and freezers.

Onyx Outdoor icefishing recreation products provide reliable, dependable and trustworthy gear that will keep you outdoors longer-experiencing nature on your own terms. Onyx Products are comprised of a complete line of EVA, PVC, and nylon rain wear, inflatable life jackets (PFDs) fishing and hunting life jackets, cold weather gloves and paddling life vests. Their Hunting lineup includes ArcticShield jackets, bibs, pants, boots insulators, gloves, and beanies; as well as base layers, gloves and beanies with x-system anti-odor technology. Their ArcticShield single layer Ice Shelter also has a removable thermal floor, which makes it not only one of the best designed, but comfortable shelters for you and your clients.

The Survivor Firestarter will help you to start a fire under any conditions. Each Survivor Firestarter comes complete with a steel blade and magnesium rod as well as a compass. Flakes scraped from the rod will burn 8 times hotter than a match. Watch this video and you'll see why I recommend that a Survivor Firestarter be in the pack of every Sportsman.

Cardo Systems is the world’s acknowledged market leader in Bluetooth communication systems for head protection helmets. Their tag line, “Communication in Motion”, reflects best what the company does best: Empowering people who are on the move with the finest communication and entertainment devices available. The rugged Scala-rider-g4 is the perfect piece of gear for group snowmobile riding. This unit allows riders and passengers to be connected in crystal-clear conference mode or use entertainment options such as: mobile phone connectivity, A2DP stereo music from MP3 players and built in FM radio.

PolarMax is one of the nation’s top base layer apparel manufacturers. Their products keep you warm, dry and comfortable in any environment – and at a competitive price. Polarmax fabrics stretch, wicks moisture, dries quickly, breathes, has scent prevention, looks good and is easy to care for. We’ve tried a lot of base layers, but Polarmax is the one we recommend for all seasons comfort and performance.