Badlands Redesigns Popular Pack
The folks at Badlands recently gave their 2200 pack an overhaul. At the center of the improved 2200 is its "batwing" layout. The bat-wings increase load control by adding more compression. Gear pockets on the exterior of the batwings provide easy access to your hunting accessories. Longer objects, like tripods and spotting scopes, can be carried in the zippered openings at the top of the pack. The company also improved the thermo-molded, memory foam waist belt with a new split-belt design. Other features of this 2,200-cubic-inch pack include an internal T-6 aluminum frame, deep channels in the back panel for better airflow, a larger opening into the interior via the back panel access, silent zippers that are housed to eliminate unnecessary wear, and integrated hydration capabilities. Contact: Badlands, 753 West 1700 South, Dept. BHM, Salt Lake City, UT 84104; 1-800-269-1875; www.badlandspacks.com.

Multi-Chambered Stabilizer Stops Noise, Vibration
Hi-Tek's Quad stabilizer has four powder-filled chambers designed to stop noise and shock. Three of the chambers are separated from the fourth with an elastomeric coupler that features the company's Bumper technology. The Quad is available in two lengths. Contact: Hi-Tek Sports Products, 809 Holcomb St., Dept. BHM, Watertown, NY 13601; (315) 788-0107; www.hi-teksports.com.

3Rivers Makes Wensel Woodsman Heads
The extremely popular Wensel Woodsman three-blade broadhead now has a new home. Traditional and primitive archery supplies leader 3Rivers Archery will now manufacture and sell the head. "It has already proven itself as a deadly and rugged glue-on head," said 3Rivers' owner Dale Karch, "and we anticipate having an equally dependable screw-in version for carbon and aluminum arrows in time for this coming deer season." The Wensel Woodsman head has a reputation as one of the best penetrating heads on the market. Contact: 3Rivers Archery, PO Box 517, Dept. BHM, Ashley, IN 46705; 1-866- 732-8783; www.3RiversArchery.com.

Silvis Keeps You Walking Longer
Silvis set the standard for high-quality boots a long time ago, and that tradition continues in 2005. One model worth a look is the 7-inch Archer. It's available uninsulated or with 400-gram Thinsulate Insulation. The upper is full-grain 2.2 leather with a Realtree Hardwoods Green mini-print. The lining is a waterproof, breathable membrane and its Vibram Little Horn outsole has lugs that hug the terrain step after comfortable step. The Archer is available in Medium and Wide widths in sizes 7-12, 13, and 14. Contact: Silvis, 7513 Hampson St., Dept. BHM, New Orleans, LA 70118; (504) 866-0593; www.silvis-italy.com.

Monitor Game With New Software
With BuckSpy Technologies' new computer software program you can monitor the deer herd and habitat dynamics in your hunting areas. The software lets you transfer all your digital and 35mm trail camera and manually taken photos to your computer, where they are stored chronologically. Any important field notes like deer observations, harvest reports, and habitat improvements can be stored and later accessed in seconds. Another neat feature of the software is it lets you cross-reference information to figure out sex ratios, age classes, stand observations, etc. You can even assign an ID number to a particular animal and track its progress for as long as you want. Contact: BuckSpy Technologies, 1509 Caulks Hill Rd., Dept. BHM, St. Charles, MO 63304; (636) 926-3410; www.buckspy.com.

Lakewood Case Stores Your Bow And More
Lakewood Products' C275 Bowfile 41 measures 41x15x9 inches and is constructed of wood, cloth, and 3-inch foam padding. The new case is water resistant, and it allows you to store your bow with the quiver still attached. With your bow securely in place, there's still plenty of room to store extra arrows and other accessories. Contact: Lakewood Products, 275 June St., Dept. BHM, Berlin, WI 54923; 1-800-872-8458; www.lakewoodproducts.com.