2023 New Guns and Gear: Bags and Coolers
Here's our breakdown of the hardest working bags and coolers for waterfowlers in 2023
July 01, 2023 •
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Upgrading a blind bag or a cooler is a serious decision. Ducks Unlimited magazine editorial team found the latest and greatest products for 2023 to help you make this decision.
1. Cabela’s Boundary Waters Roll-Top Dry Bag
Pack this 100 percent waterproof bag for your next adventure and you won’t have to worry about keeping your gear dry. Constructed with 500-denier PVC and weighing 4.9 pounds, this bag has a roll-down top and quick-release buckle and measures 42 inches by 17 inches. cabelas.com
2. Dive Bomb Tarpaulin Dry-Line Cooler
Dive Bomb’s new cooler holds ice for up to 24 hours. Featuring an adjustable shoulder strap, exhaust valve, and multiple MOLLE loops and D-Rings, this roll-top cooler is offered in three colors. divebombindustries.com
3. Drake Waterfowl Swamp Pack
Drake’s latest addition to their backpack lineup is a PVC double-coated 600-denier waterproof pack. The large, single-layer roll-top main compartment is designed to keep contents dry, and the five outer compartments are easily accessible. Other features include a new nylon/TPU bottom and EVA molded straps. drakewaterfowl.com
4. Drake Waterfowl HND Blind Bag
Drake went back to the drawing board and redesigned their medium and large blind bags. These 600-denier polyester, laminated TPU bags are 100 percent waterproof and include valuable features for waterfowlers. The large center storage area is double-laminated and surrounded by three large exterior pockets, a clear cell phone sleeve, interior storage sleeves for organization, a padded shoulder strap, and shock-cord lashing on top. drakewaterfowl.com
5. DU Heritage Camo Sportsman’s Gear Bag
Built with 600-denier polyester canvas, this bag has ample storage capacity, fully padded and lined side panels, and a double-zipper flap closure for easy access. Adorned in exclusive DU Heritage Camo, it’s the ideal bag for your next hunting adventure or trip to the range. ducks.org/merchandise
6. Filson Tin Cloth Medium and Small Duffle Bags
These new duffles come with Filson’s classic look and durable, long-lasting materials. Constructed of tin cloth waxed cotton and saddle-grade bridle leather, they also feature sturdy cotton-webbing handles. The interior is nylon-lined for added protection, and the bags have exterior pockets on each end for quick access. Available in dark tan and otter green. filson.com
7. Northern Flight Waterfowler’s Pack
This backpack-style gear bag is made specifically to meet the needs of duck and goose hunters. Its roomy storage compartment is perfect for traditional gear like shell boxes and calls. Other features include a hands-free stowable shotgun sling and a large pocket designed to hold a spinning-wing decoy. cabelas.com
8. YETI Tundra 45
YETI coolers are famous for their durability and ice-keeping capabilities, and the company is continuing to add new looks to its popular Tundra 45 line. New colors for this year include Canopy Green and Rescue Red. All include the T-Rex Lid Latches and NeverFail Hinge System. yeti.com
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