2024 Snow Goose Gear Guide
The latest and greatest gear to get you ready for the Light Goose Conservation Order
The latest and greatest gear to get you ready for the Light Goose Conservation Order
Practically everyone who has skied spring snow in the Rockies has worn ridiculously comfy ski coveralls, it’s just the way things are done on the bougee slopes. Unfortunately, this sort of swagger has not been a legit possibility for waterfowlers, until Dive Bomb released thier Airweight Coveralls. Featuring lightweight Toray Airtastic fabric and 120-gram Thinsulate for temperature regulation. This compressible and packable once piece garment also features vital pockets, elastic cuffs, internal collar, adjustable hood, elastic stirrups, and built in adjustable belt. Comes in two solid colors and one camo option. $265 – divebombindustries.com
Redfield has one heck of an option with their compact Redfield Rebel Camo 12x50mm Roof Prism Binoculars. Fully multicoated, low-dispersion lenses offer crisp viewing. Feature twist-up eyecups, textured rubber over-molding, and they are nitrogen purged to remain waterproof. Includes soft case, neoprene neck strap and lens cleaning cloth. Lifetime - $119.99 – academy.com
The new Browning Maxus II Wild Wings Edition is the ultimate updated version of the venerable Maxus shotgun so many have come to love. Flawless cycling via Power Drive gas system, and features a Cerakote Burnt Bronze camo finish on the receiver and barrel, Nickel Teflon Coating, chrome chamber and bore, composite stock with over molding, SoftFlex cheek pad and Inflex recoil pad, plus magazine cutoff, and oversized controls for easier operation. Includes three Invector Plus Goose Band choke tubes. Available in multiple camo patterns including Mossy Oak standards. $2,099.99 - $2,249.99 – browning.com
Everybody loves a good “collab” and this one is right up the snow goose hunter’s alley. Sitka and Habitat Flats are offering this limited edition, super technical Gradient Fleece Insulated Performance Hoody, in white. This high-gauge polyester, Berber fleece lined garment offers exceptional comfort and durability, and sports so many cool features they couldn’t possibly fit into this space. $185 – habitatflats.bigcartel.com
When it’s nasty, but you don’t need a full-length boot, the new wide mouth Dive Bomb Trudge Boots are just the ticket. Feature neoprene upper and rubber lower construction, heel spur for hands-free removal, plus heavy-duty pull tabs, and molded footbed. This durable slip-on is super comfy and comes in six color options including solids and camo patterns. $95 – divebombindustries.com
The Drake Waterfowl Softshell Waterfowler Pants are warm, ultra-comfortable, and loaded with secure pockets. Features lower leg side zips, articulated knees, side-elastic waist, and the gusseted crotch for exceptional freedom and range of motion. The perfect pants for mid-season field hunts or under bibs, and you won’t look out of place when worn in the general public. Brown, or Mossy Bottomland, Shadow Grass Habitat, and Treestand. $99.99 – drakewaterfowl.com
The Higdon Clone Snow Goose Decoy mimics real-life flapping geese. Real motion is achieved through years of testing and refinement, and captures the realistic wing beat and true flying body posture of live birds. Durable and performs impeccably, even in the most extreme conditions. Includes remote and capable of synching up to six decoys. Remote stand, power cord, and durable carrying/storage case. 12-volt Battery not included – snow, blue, or speck. $299.99 – higdonoutdoors.com
The Drake Blind Bag is loaded with 20 pockets and features for organizing your gear so you can find items quickly when it matters. Waterproof main storage compartment protected by two liners including seam-welded vinyl internal liner and heavy-duty nylon/TPU bottom that extends 2-inches up the sides to help keep water from absorbing into the bottom of the bag. Larger, improved thermos/jacket sleeve on top holds gear more securely, plus many more well-designed features. Available in Old School and Mossy Oak Bottomland. $89.99 – drakewaterfowl.com
Divebomb socks are known for their quality and they’re easy to set and pick-up quickly. The S5 Tall Snow Goose Socks feature a larger diameter, 36-inch long heavy duty stake that provides an excellent option for hunters who prefer to lay in the spread blind free. Dive Bomb’s easy to use Snap-Locking backbone system allows for easy storage. Tyvek body and 100 percent assembled and ready to use. $80 - $650 – divebombindustries.com
The Magellan Outdoors Pro 92L Waterproof Gear Box will amaze even the snootiest hunting buddy. Truly waterproof IPX5 rating to keep your belongings dry and clean, with enough latches and a lid gasket to survive an extended stay floating on the open ocean. Also features pressure equalizer valve, rubber feet, heavy duty handles, wheels, and removal tray and divider. The inside of the lid also sports multiple netted storage compartments. Perfect for critical gear storage in the sloppy snow goose fields. $99.99 – academy.com
The Juvie Juke Box Adult Snow is a tried-and-true caller. Features include four speakers with 15 feet of speaker wire and plug and play connections, high-quality 500-watt two channel amp, built in dual USB charging port for charging electronics such as MP3 players and smart phones, heavy duty remote with 400 foot range, and preloaded Juvie Juke Box tracks. MP3 player also includes an AUX cable and USB charging cord. $480 – juviejukebox.com
ATVs are an indispensable asset when chasing spring snow geese. The mud…oh the mud, and so many “bucket runs” with everything from decoys to gear and hunters. Tired of playing around with that rig your uncle let you borrow? The Polaris Sportsman XP 1000 EPS Ride Command Edition features a remarkable off-road suspension, multi-select electronic power steering (EPS), on-demand all-wheel drive, and incredible 90 horsepower ProStar engine. This quad’s incredible torque and pulling power provides 1,500-pound towing capacity. The 7-inch glove touch display Ride Command+ with GPS, and 1,500-pound Polaris HD winch are just a couple of other things you’ll fall in love with. Starting at $16,699 – polaris.com
The Alps Snow Goose Chair is easily the most comfortable on the market, and uses the company’s tried and true zero-gravity chair design to keep you off the ground, while maintaining a low profile. This doorless design is ideal for use in a tall, snow wind sock decoy spread, and also great for mid-day naps…you’ll see. No assembly required. $199.99 – alpsoutdoorz.com