New Guns and Gear for 2024: Decoys, Bags, and Rigging

1. Drake Waterfowl Floater Series Decoy Bags

Constructed of vinyl-coated mesh with polypropylene binding and trim, Drake’s new floating decoy bags are built for the long haul. Equipped with two-inch polypropylene web shoulder straps and zippered tops, they are easy to load and carry in or out of the marsh. They are offered in four-slot and six-slot motion decoy bags, a 12-slot duck decoy bag, and a six-slot goose bag. drakewaterfowl.com

2. Drake Waterfowl Ice Grinder

Powered by a one-horsepower, 120-volt electric motor, Drake’s new Ice Grinder is the perfect solution for frozen duck holes. The unit comes with a 100-foot extension cord, allowing it to run off a generator, and the total weight is only 34 pounds, so it can be easily transported to and from the hunting area. drakewaterfowl.com

3. Rig’Em Right Mainline Series Decoys

Rig’Em Right has officially entered the decoy market. The company’s new Mainline Series decoys are made of flexible EVA plastic known for its durability, weight savings, and ability to hold highly realistic paint schemes. Mallard, green-winged teal, black duck, and pintail decoys will be available, as well as “blackout” decoys, which are painted entirely black to add contrast to your spread. rigemright.com

4. Browning Floating Decoy Bag

Hauling two dozen decoys is a little easier with Browning’s Floating Decoy Bag. Designed with reinforced mesh, adjustable nylon web shoulder straps, and a belt, this decoy bag is ready for a hike. The attached foam pad keeps the bag afloat when not in use. browning.com

5. Higdon Pulsator Pro

Higdon’s Pulsator Pro is an all-new, completely redesigned version of the company’s highly popular motion decoy. With a new pump and housing, magnetic on/off switch, heavy-duty hardware, and optional agitator, the Pulsator Pro will bring your spread to life. The rechargeable battery offers a nearly seven-hour run-time. higdonoutdoors.com

6. Higdon Goose Butts

Higdon’s new goose butt decoys are made to imitate snow geese and specklebellies that are actively feeding in shallow water. These floaters come with a weighted, short-string keel design and lifelike paint schemes to help finish geese in close. higdonoutdoors.com

7. Higdon Dual-Purpose J-Weights

An ideal option for rigging floating decoys, Higdon’s new Dual-Purpose J-Weights come with durable rubber straps that attach directly to your decoy line. The flexible strap allows you to securely attach the J-shaped weight to the keel or around a decoy’s head or neck. higdonoutdoors.com

8. Higdon Clone and Persuader Motorized Decoy Stand

You can take Higdon’s highly realistic Clone decoys to the next level by mounting them on Persuader Motorized Decoy Stands, which imitate the natural, side-to-side movement of landing birds. Simply hook the Persuader up to a 12-volt battery and let it run. It works with all Clone and wind-activated decoys and comes with a carrying bag and power cord. higdonoutdoors.com

9. Higdon Flats Mallard Duck Motion Silhouettes

Higdon’s Mallard Flats now come with motion, which is provided by a proprietary stake design that rotates 145 degrees in the slightest breeze. These photo-realistic silhouettes are constructed of 1,300-gram corrugated material with a matte finish that won’t chip or fade. higdonoutdoors.com

10. Dive Bomb Full-Body Snow Goose

Dive Bomb’s new full-body snow goose decoys are loaded with new design innovations. Built around the company’s user-friendly Para-Mount Motion System, these one-piece field decoys come with tail loops for easy carrying and reflective tape on the stakes for greater visibility in low-light conditions. divebombindustries.com

11. Dive Bomb Fully Flocked Floaters

Dive Bomb Industries continues to upgrade its decoy offerings. This year, the company is launching fully flocked versions of its popular F1 mallard, pintail, and Canada goose floaters. Like other decoys in the F1 line, they are slightly oversized for great visibility and feature a sturdy one-piece design with a self-righting weighted keel. divebombindustries.com