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I have been thinking about trying a new vest this year,I have it narrowed down to these three as my choices.Do any of you have experience with any of these vests.

-Primos Generation 2 gobbler vest
-ALPS OutdoorZ NWTF Impact Turkey Vest
-ALPS OutdoorZ NWTF Grand Slam Turkey Vest

I am not a new turkey hunter or a new member.I lost my password and had to start a new account.....No way to try these locally....I will be ordering online....Thanks for the info.

I love the type of seat the impact uses they are so light comfortable and versitial. Votes there

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I don't have any experience with either of those but for what it's worth if I were buying a new one today it would be a second Cabela's Tactical Tater ll.

I just got an ALPS Grandslam and it seems to be well made. I haven't used it in the woods yet but the recliner and the pad are really comfortable sitting on the livingroom floor for extended periods. The pockets are well placed and there are enough of them to carry pretty much anything you need. It has shell loops which some others don't. It's comfortable to wear and the legs seem to be surprisingly compact. I don't think they'll be a problem in the woods.
Another surprise is that they don't interfere with slinging a gun. Some of the vests have a crossbar that goes from one leg to the other. My thought is that that crossbar would interfere with sitting tight against a tree. This vest doesn't have that crossbar, so if you're against a smaller tree, you'll be able to snuggle in real close. I'm not sure if that'll be a huge benefit, but I think it may be helpful in certain situations.
Before I bought the vest, I had looked at a bunch and to be truthful, I didn't think I'd like this one. A buddy got one and I went to his house to try it. Before I left, I had his and he had ordered another one!

I am limited to my choices due to being relatively small (at least apparently when compared to other turkey hunters)....  Most vests fit me like some sort of a "turkey dress."

I ended up purchasing the Cabela's orginal Tat'r....  I feel it is a good vest...

I was fortunate to find someone with the vest before ordering, so even though he had a larger size, I was able to predict that a smaller size would work for me...  I tried a number of well known turkey vests (at different sporting good shops or fellow hunters), and realized my options were limited.  But I did find that being able to look at, touch, and investigate the vest was of some benefit.

I have tried or owned my share and currently own a few different vests.I listed the three that I did because those are what I am interested in and have it narrowed down too.I am leaning towards the primos vest as I like a "vest" instead of the "strapped" vests.I am currently hunting with a vest from ll bean that I really like and have been for 6 years.I have an older primos gobbler vest and the strapped vest as well,I purchased and sold a limbhanger vest within a week last winter.

I am picky with turkey vests and I have only found one that I really like out of the dozen I have owned and dozens I have tried on...Thanks for all the info.

I bought an Alps grand slam this year. Our season hasn't started yet, so I haven't hunted out of it yet, but I do like the pocket layout and it's really comfortable to sit in. The vest seems to be well built as well. This is my first kickstand style vest and I think I'm going to like it.

My season will not start for a month from today.I did look into the Cabelas tactical tat'r 2 as well and it has had very good reviews other than no shell loops...I use single shots and have shell pads on all my guns...so that isnt a concern.My concern with a new vest is that I will not have a solid place to carry my little permafocus bushnell binos and my face mask and gloves.The ll bean vest has phenomenal pocket layout for everything.,the only downside to my vest is that it gets hot as the season goes on.I am not sure the vest i buy with take over as my favorite.

I think it is funny that a vest is so hard to choose but for myself,It has been a less than great success rate.I would only buy the ll bean vest again out of all the ones I have owned.

Normally get a new vest every year or every other year. Used the Grand Slam last season and have no intention of switching anytime soon.

I may place the order for the Cabela's tactical tatr 2 model.It is on sale right now and I have thought about it in the past.I like the look of the alps vests,I think if I went that way I would shy away from the kickstand.I really do not need or want the extra weight from them.The vest looks great though and I have had a few of their packs in the past,solid company for sure.

Looked at many, ended up with Knights and Hale RNG 300. Season starts next weekend but I like it so far

Vest i'm using till it warms up is the alpz grand slam, got on sale last year before season and have loved it... got one of Glenda's bags for when it finally warms up. :)

Quote from: land cruiser on March 25, 2018, 08:29:54 AM
Looked at many, ended up with Knights and Hale RNG 300. Season starts next weekend but I like it so far

The vest looks great,I can't seem to find out much info on pocket layout on it.I do like the look and Idea behind it.

I've had the original Primos Gobbler vest for like 10 years, and it is still in perfect shape. I love how the seat magnets up, and I like the layout. Looks like they changed the slate call pockets a little on the 2.

The R n' G 300 looks like a great vest,I just checked out another video.How big and spacious are the pockets in the front behind the pot call holders and the on the right side? are they big enough for a pair of 8x25 permafocus binos?

Have any of you used this ALPS Outdoorz NWTF Long Spur Hunting Vest, and if so can you add the alps bino harness to it?I am starting to waiver to either this vest or the run n gun 300, I like both designs and like both.

Quote from: The Heartbreak Kid....... on March 25, 2018, 08:45:24 AM
The R n' G 300 looks like a great vest,I just checked out another video.How big and spacious are the pockets in the front behind the pot call holders and the on the right side? are they big enough for a pair of 8x25 permafocus binos?

You should not have any problems with mid size binos. I will try to find their pocket layout booklet later today and will post a picture

Thanks.I am going to pattern a few of my guns and should be back in a few hours to review more vests.

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Thanks.I sent knight & hale an email.I am very intrigued by this vest.I still am not sure if the chest pockets are going to be big enough to carry my binos.If they are,then it is leading the way as of now.I will be ordering sometime later this week.I am just going to read a bit more on them and watch any videos as well.

the alps long spur looks like an excellent hybrid as well...I watched some videos and seen that it will definitely hold the items that i am leery of with the other vests.I don't think i can make a bad choice with either of them.I do like the versatility of the alps though.

After going back and forth with a handful of great choices,I placed my order for the Cabela's tactical tat'r 2 vest tonight,I couldn't pass the sale price up and the reviews on it are excellent.Lots of pockets and a nice thick cushion.

I think you'll be happy with the tactical tat'r II. One of the best features of this vest is the speed seat. No more twisting around to try and clip it up in place. Just flip it and go.

The vest arrived today,I just filled it up and I can say that I hate it,I will be sending it back.I should have known better.I don't think I can find a vest i like as much as the one i purchased from LL bean.It does not hold my equipment comfortable at all,It is well built just not for me.

I've used the new Tenzing TV18 this season and it is the best vest that I have found. Take a look at one of them, it might be what you are looking for. This year, I have ordered and sent back a Nomad, Alps,  Primos rocker and Primos Gen 2 and then tried the Tenzing and it is what i have been wanting. For the last several years, I used the Tatr 2 with and without the kickstand. I like it, but it was hot for GA hunting.

The Tenzing is built with a lot of strong mesh and is very lightweight but made very well. One fairly big pocket on each side and multiple smaller pockets inside and out on both sides. 2 pot call holders and one box call holder. Shell and striker holders and water bottle pockets on both sides.

The only downside was the cushion, it is thick but not as sturdy as the Tatr cushion. I'm heavy and like  bigger thick cushion, so now I just carry my Hunt Comfort Fatboy seat in the back pack of the vest.

I think I paid 70 dollars plus tax from Amazon for the Obsession model but it took several weeks to get it from being backordered.

People aren't talking about the vest but I think that is only because they haven't tried one yet.

It seems i am on the hook for shipping costs back to the company.I have no problem with that,I just know that I will purchase elsewhere next time.The vest search will have to hold for next year unless I decide to order the long spur from amazon to try out.Honestly,there is nothing I like about the tactical 2 vest,I think it is horrible for myself.Thanks for all the tips and info on the different vests,like they say, it really is personal preference and I knew better,oh well.Fun to test new items out.

Today,I am leaving for a 4 hour trip to the closest bass pro.I hope they have some vests i can try on to see if I want another.I think I may keep the tactical and give it as a gift next christmas.lol.Tags are still on it and someone will love it.

I just returned a tatr2 as well.  Good quality just didn't like the layout. 

I just upgraded my 15 or 20year old Redhead vest to a Tatr2. That is a really good vest...puts everything in easy reach. The one thing is that many vests out now lack the big pockets for extra things like a Long Box....the Tatr2 has enough easy access pockets that are big enough....and a great seat.

After 1 week in, I can say I think I'm going to like the Alps grand slam vest. My only complaint is that I wish the cushion was a little thicker.

Hunted with RNG 300 last weekend. 3 setups, 3 birds down. Love it. Added molle water bottle pouch, removed extra pot call pocket I thought I would need and got rid of half the junk that was riding in my Ol' Tom vest. Not going back to any other setup. Happy.

I was at Bass Pro yesterday and tried on the Knights and Hale RNG 200 and 300 and I liked them both. My current vest is less than 10 years old and dont really need a new one,but if I did I would buy the Knight and Hale. Its compact and light weight. I dont like having to wear a vest especially after it gets hot. I have found that having all those pockets just lets you carry more junk than you need. All I really wear the vest for is the pad so my butt dont get wet.

I couldn't believe it,when I was looking around at the red head vests,I look over and see the run n gun 200 vest,I tried it on and loved it.I bought it today, and had to have the 300 shipped to me as they did not have it in the store.This vest in awesome and so much better than the Cabela's tactical for me, anyway.I just got home,long day been up since 3am and on the road for 9 out of 11 hours.nap time.

So I have setup the 200 and I can almost fit everything in it that I can in my other vest,I can't wait until the 300 arrives and I also had a change of heart with the tactical.I am going to setup 4 vests with everything as I have plenty of calls to go around.Then I can leave them at the ready and not have to worry about changing calls,I can just grab a vest for the type of hunt I am going on that day.

I may have over thought the tactical,I was in a hurry the other evening and tonight I have spent the last few hours trying to setup my tactical vest with all my equipment and I have it done and I am more than happy now.

The only item that I feel does not fit in comfortably is my gobble call and to be honest, I am not sure I have used it in 4-5 years as I use my crow call and owl call as a locator.I also attached an extra box call pouch and my thermacell to the outside.

I have these items in vest or attached to outside-
-2 box calls
-3 pot calls
-5 strikers
-2 sets of primos turkey hunting gloves(1 black for when I am bowhunting)
-3 facemasks(1 black for when I am bowhunting)
-wicked tree saw
-spring creek scratch call
-mad hatchet call
-owl call
-crow call
-little buck knife
-thermacell
-extra thermacell refills
-toilet paper
-chalk & sandpaper
-primos slick stick

and I plan on purchasing a camelbak water bottle for the water bottle holder and I still have room for a granola bar or two if needed.

After sleeping on it, and being a vest addict.I am keeping the three new vests I purchased,the k&h 200-300 and the Cabela's tactical tater.I may try and convince my father to use the run n gun 200 after the 300 arrives for myself.I am getting my LL bean vest sewed up in a few small areas and will load it back up as well.I plan on using the run n gun 300 as my main vest for this season if it arrives before april 25th and if not I will be running the tactical to start with.

I am done with vests buying this spring but need to add a few water bottles and two more sets of pruners to my collection before season starts.

Quote from: The Heartbreak Kid....... on April 08, 2018, 07:48:00 AM
After sleeping on it, and being a vest addict.I am keeping the three new vests I purchased,the k&h 200-300 and the Cabela's tactical tater.I may try and convince my father to use the run n gun 200 after the 300 arrives for myself.I am getting my LL bean vest sewed up in a few small areas and will load it back up as well.I plan on using the run n gun 300 as my main vest for this season if it arrives before april 25th and if not I will be running the tactical to start with.

I am done with vests buying this spring but need to add a few water bottles and two more sets of pruners to my collection before season starts.

Would you post some pictures and thoughts on the 300 when you get your hands on it?

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sure,I was told yesterday it may be 2-3 weeks to get it tho.

I am getting the urge to order the ALPS OutdoorZ NWTF Impact Turkey Vest  and try it out as well.There are so many real nice vests that I can't limit myself.I may order it in the next few days.

I will find out tommorow sometime how long it will take the r n g 300 to get here.I really like the 200 but it is just a tad small for me to store all my needs in a vest.I think the 300 will be incredible and I am planning on having others use the 200.

I have spent more time sorting and organizing the tactical and what I have come to like about it,is that it will hold everything I want in my pack.I like having certain things with me,even if i only use them sparingly.It brings comfort and I am superstitious and a creature of habit.I really do not like change and I am still trying to talk myself out of changing vests.

However, I really like these three new vests and It's time to try them all out.

Quote from: The Heartbreak Kid....... on April 08, 2018, 12:19:44 PM
sure,I was told yesterday it may be 2-3 weeks to get it tho.

I broke down and ordered a 300 a few hours ago. Should be here by Wednesday.

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where did you get it?

Amazon.

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Quote from: The Heartbreak Kid....... on April 08, 2018, 03:13:36 PM
I am getting the urge to order the ALPS OutdoorZ NWTF Impact Turkey Vest  and try it out as well.There are so many real nice vests that I can't limit myself.I may order it in the next few days.

I really like that style or seat the primos rocker started to come apart in 3 spots after just 18 hunts but I stitched it up with braided fishing line and will run it another season but I see the impact as the next I try. The seats are a good bit more comfortable and versatile to me then the standard cushion.

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I have spent the last few hours searching and reviewing the super elite 4.0, impact,long spur,gobbler 2,rocker and nomad.This is where I stand,If the lady does not call me today like she is supposed to about the run n gun 300.I am sending the 200 back and ordering either the Impact,Grand slam or super elite 4.0 from Alps.I have no problem waiting for the 300 but if the customer service isn't there,I will buy another vest elsewhere.I work and deal with it daily and with so many other choices.I will not hesitate to try something else.

I am really intrigued by the super elite 4.0 as I like "full" vests like my current ll bean and primos gobbler vests I have.I like that there are lots of pockets, as I like to carry a lot of items and seem to be leaning towards staying that way.I can't bring myself to lighten up what I carry.I am set in my ways and don't want to change.

I have both the Grand Slam and the Primos Gen 2. Both have very good pockets and the difference being that the Grand Slam has designated pockets for certain things and the primos does to an extent. Primos has bigger and more pockets/Grand Slam has less, but more specifically laid out. If that makes sense. Seat pad goes to the primos by a narrow shot, but both are very comfortable. Love the grand slam kickstand because you can literally sit almost anywhere for long periods of time. Each vest fits a different need for me as a hunter.

not sure how big a guy you are but i'm 6' tall, 175# and tried on the medium/large version of the super elite 4.0 and still felt it was too big.

I am 6 ft,235 lbs barrel chested,used to be in real good shape and still in pretty decent shape but my abs are not as defined as they were in my 20's and early 30's.I have packed on a few lbs the last 5 years as my career change has taken me inside.

I am trying to find the ol tom I beam 2.0.I wanted to buy the original years ago but forgot all about them.They look awesome.I just can't seem to find a spot to order one.

I wish I could order all of them and try them all,but that is very unrealistic.I am wanting to try one more out,I can get the gobbler 2 from primos shipped and have it in a few days.I can order the super elite and have it within 10 days, and I am now interested in the I beam 2.0 from Ol tom, but it is fairly more expensive and seems to be hard to locate,tho.I really like the layout and a few dollars will not deter me,the finding it and getting it is discouraging.

Dang! I think I admire your willingness to pack a vest!

I have a vest, but I could easily get by with just cargo pants and a shirt with pockets.

I have spent a lot of time using just a mouth call and a pot or box call as well,but I want to have a vest.I think i have decided to test a primos gen 2 gobbler vest,I have the original and the strap vest from primos in my basement,both may have been used once or never.

I would like the guys that have the gen 2 or are getting it to give some insight,which size?I don't like tight fitting vests so I can't move but I do not like ones that fit like a blanket,from what I have read a m/l would be ok?..but maybe a xl would be better?...i have a 2xl and it could be a blanket for me.I bought it about 5 years ago as a gift and never gave it away.

I can order the realtree camo gen 2 and have it in 2-4 days but kind of like the green leaf camo and may go that route.It seems to be well priced and have all the storage i need, along with being a true "vest".

I like just a simple cloth vest that is light and thus cooler. I had one I patched for years and could not find another one I liked. I must of tried on 100. Then one day I stopped at a Sportman's Warehouse and baboom there was a vest judt like my old one. I snatched that sucker up. It is made by liberty and is as simple as vest come, but I probably packed 100 turkeys in the old one over 20 years and it done well.

https://www.sportsmanswarehouse.com/img/products/original/a_a_and_e_leathercraft_liberty_strap_turkey_vest_1329823_1.jpg

I am ordering the primos gen 2 gobbler vest in realtree,I looked for the green leaf up here and all I can find is the realtree camo.I don't care about the pattern enough to worry.I can have it in a few days.I am now also considering the super elite 4.0 when it becomes available via amazon again,if not for this year,next.I could spend easily a thousand dollars more to try more vests but there will always be the "other" one to try.

Quote from: The Heartbreak Kid....... on April 09, 2018, 12:57:32 PM
I have spent a lot of time using just a mouth call and a pot or box call as well,but I want to have a vest.I think i have decided to test a primos gen 2 gobbler vest,I have the original and the strap vest from primos in my basement,both may have been used once or never.

I would like the guys that have the gen 2 or are getting it to give some insight,which size?I don't like tight fitting vests so I can't move but I do not like ones that fit like a blanket,from what I have read a m/l would be ok?..but maybe a xl would be better?...i have a 2xl and it could be a blanket for me.I bought it about 5 years ago as a gift and never gave it away.

I can order the realtree camo gen 2 and have it in 2-4 days but kind of like the green leaf camo and may go that route.It seems to be well priced and have all the storage i need, along with being a true "vest".

I am 6 foot 215 lbs and ordered the XL/XXL primos gen 2. I normally need those bigger vests. They actually sent me the M/L size and its actually the right fit for me. Now I am not barrel chested, but more beer bellied! The good part about it being an actual vest is that even if it is too big it wont fall off like a strap vest. I wear XXL shirts mainly for the sleeve length and to hide the gut a little better. If you are truly a big guy you think then go with the bigger size in my opinion. The clips on the front to close it are a bungy type of material and stretch easy if needed. I'd prefer the bigger, but the M/L isn't really that small either. That guy on the Primos show Lake is his name I think? Said he wears the XL/XXL

I may go with the xl primos gen 2,as I will be carrying everything including the kitchen sink and don't want it to be like chris farley in a suit.

I am also ready to click the buy now for the super elite 4.0 from amazon,It will ship when it comes back into stock.

How do you like the gobbler gen 2 vest?

I just spoke with the lady at alps and they will ship me the super elite 4.0.It is a bit more money than the primos vest but I can always get the primos close by.I plan on ordering the super elite 4.0 in xl obsession camo in the next few days instead of the gen 2 right now.I want it for this season.I really like the setup on it and have always wanted a super elite vest.

Quote from: The Heartbreak Kid....... on April 09, 2018, 04:30:09 PM
I just spoke with the lady at alps and they will ship me the super elite 4.0.It is a bit more money than the primos vest but I can always get the primos close by.I plan on ordering the super elite 4.0 in xl obsession camo in the next few days instead of the gen 2 right now.I want it for this season.I really like the setup on it and have always wanted a super elite vest.

I originally bought the primos over the super elite just to find out about the quality of the new primos vest. I figured it would suck and I'd buy the super elite anyways, but it hasn't disappointed yet. I love my alpz grand slam and I imagine the super elite is just as good. Hope it works well for you amigo!

Thanks,It is hard to choose just one,what is frustrating is trying to find a video or pictures of the inside pockets on vests online,I want to know what I can carry and how it will fit on the insides of vests.I can see what pockets are on outside of them.I see and read that is a huge problem from all companies,you would think in 2018 it would be thought of.

Quote from: The Heartbreak Kid....... on April 09, 2018, 05:17:25 PM
Thanks,It is hard to choose just one,what is frustrating is trying to find a video or pictures of the inside pockets on vests online,I want to know what I can carry and how it will fit on the insides of vests.I can see what pockets are on outside of them.I see and read that is a huge problem from all companies,you would think in 2018 it would be thought of.

Honestly I've gotten to thinking in a few years from now if I find myself looking for a new one it'll give me an excuse to go to the NWTF convention where they all are and try them there because I found myself in your same situation a couple of times.

I always wanted to go,but it's a long trip and expensive from ontario.I will be about 50-70 dollars more for the super elite 4.0 than if I purchased the primos gobbler 2 vest.I am kind of stuck as I have always wanted a super elite vest but the new primos gobbler vest looks like a great vest as well and I can get it for quite a bit less.

I am thinking of ordering the primos now, and placing the order on amazon for the super elite 4.0 and when it comes in,it comes in.It would be cheaper for the super elite 4.0 by almost 75 dollars buying it through amazon than getting it direct from company.Even if the super elite does not arrive for this season,I would still like to try it.

Do you think the gobbler 2 vest is well built and carries a lot of items?I believe the pockets on the inside are organized and have zippers?.

Quote from: The Heartbreak Kid....... on April 09, 2018, 06:51:19 PM
I always wanted to go,but it's a long trip and expensive from ontario.I will be about 50-70 dollars more for the super elite 4.0 than if I purchased the primos gobbler 2 vest.I am kind of stuck as I have always wanted a super elite vest but the new primos gobbler vest looks like a great vest as well and I can get it for quite a bit less.

I am thinking of ordering the primos now, and placing the order on amazon for the super elite 4.0 and when it comes in,it comes in.It would be cheaper for the super elite 4.0 by almost 75 dollars buying it through amazon than getting it direct from company.Even if the super elite does not arrive for this season,I would still like to try it.

Do you think the gobbler 2 vest is well built and carries a lot of items?I believe the pockets on the inside are organized and have zippers?.

The Gen 2 is one of the ones that I ordered and ended up sending back, but it was well made, especailly compared to the Primos Rocker. I didn't hunt the vest, but I did pull on the pot and box call holders to see of they would come unstitched like everything on the Rocker vest. They held on nice with no issues. The vest is made big and all of the pockets were big and almost too deep. Lots of different pockets and I would of kept the vest if I had not received a Tenzing that was backordered from Amazon after 6-8 weeks of waiting.

I much preferred the Tenzing to any that I ordered and tried out, but if not for it, I would have kept the Primos Gen 2.  I hated the Nomad because of the tiny pockets that I could not get my hands into, the Alps GS arrived with a messed up pole, the Primos Rocker arrived with 2 of the pot call holders already unstitched and falling off.

So far, i have abused the crap out of the Tenzing with no issues whatsoever. I may end up ordering a spare, cause I know if I find something I like, then it will immediately be discontinued.

Great info.The nomad reminds me too much of the limbhanger I had and I hated that vest and the pot call pocket was horrid.I have had tenzing packs before and they were well built.Does the tenzing have zippered pockets on the inside?

Quote from: The Heartbreak Kid....... on April 09, 2018, 06:51:19 PM
I always wanted to go,but it's a long trip and expensive from ontario.I will be about 50-70 dollars more for the super elite 4.0 than if I purchased the primos gobbler 2 vest.I am kind of stuck as I have always wanted a super elite vest but the new primos gobbler vest looks like a great vest as well and I can get it for quite a bit less.

I am thinking of ordering the primos now, and placing the order on amazon for the super elite 4.0 and when it comes in,it comes in.It would be cheaper for the super elite 4.0 by almost 75 dollars buying it through amazon than getting it direct from company.Even if the super elite does not arrive for this season,I would still like to try it.

Do you think the gobbler 2 vest is well built and carries a lot of items?I believe the pockets on the inside are organized and have zippers?.

Pocket wise I like it better than the alpz vest. Lots of external and internal pockets! I really like their pocket setup that is on the inside of the vest up against your body. Lots of pockets and some have specific purposes, but the others are built so that you can put it together how you want it. Alpz has great pockets, but your stuff has to go where they want it and its not bad. I just like that there is enough room to kinda put stuff where you want in the primos vest. They are both good is the problem! For me its the Primos vest by a slim bit over my grand slam. The grand slam wins in versatility with where you can sit, but the super elite doesn't give you that option. Its a hard choice man.

Quote from: The Heartbreak Kid....... on April 09, 2018, 07:18:46 PM
Great info.The nomad reminds me too much of the limbhanger I had and I hated that vest and the pot call pocket was horrid.I have had tenzing packs before and they were well built.Does the tenzing have zippered pockets on the inside?

Yes, the inside pockets are zippered mesh, the outside main pockets are solid, top zippered on each side. The pot call holders are magnetic as is the strap for the box call holder. All pockets except the call holders are zippered and the water bottle holders on each side are open top mesh.

I can have the primos gobbler 2 vest in realtree shipped to me for a pretty decent price,I can't seem to be able to find it in the green leaf pattern in ontario,online at least.I would like the green leaf pattern,just something different but not a deal breaker.

It is a hard choice during the off season,then when it actually becomes hunting season i find myself not over thinking much and enjoying the woods.I have yet to have a turkey say anything about the camo patterns on my vest, as they are usually on my shoulder heading to the truck for their last ride.

I am ordering the primos gobbler 2 in realtree tomorrow when I get home from work,and I am going to purchase myself a new leafy suit to go with it.I picked up breathable pants and a breathable shirt on the weekend but want to go back to a spring/green colored leafy suit and use my asat leafy suit for bowhunting in the fall.

I located a gobbler 2 in green leaf xl that will be around the same price and should be here well before the 25th.I am ordering it this evening after work.I am returning the run n gun 200 today,they never called me yesterday and I only went out to ship a package as it was my day off and I was busy with some work at home.

I hope the gobbler 2 vest is as nice as the reviews and as nice as my current ll bean vest,from what I read it is going to be a lot cooler to wear in the later season.

Who is running the alps grand slam vest? how is the pocket layout on the inside?are they zippered? I can get this vest quickly and for almost the same price as the gobbler 2.I am aware it may be heavier with the frame and legs but I will rid the vest of them if they do not work for me.I am only worried about the pockets and their layout.Seems that this vest has amazing reviews and is the "granddaddy" of them all.

I decided that the vest I really do want is the super elite 4.0 and I will be placing my order for it this evening or tomorrow.If it is what it looks to be,I will be returning the tactical as well.Once I find a vest I will use it for 5 years at least.It may be a bit more initial cost but it really is the one I want,sometimes you have to pay a bit more.I am ok with that.I like the layout of the super elite and I am ok that it has pockets that are for certain items,it looks very comfortable and cool on the late season scorchers.

I originally wanted the bottom land camo but I think the obsession camo is a better look on it.Thanks for all the info and enjoy the turkey woods.I am going to this spring,as I have the first 5 days booked off and then I am able to hunt every morning before work as well.

Order them all, my head is spinning

so is mine and I am just getting started.I like to post about vests that I am interested in, and this is a thread created for that purpose.I assume that's why you opened it.Can you add some info on any of the vests?.....

I just purchased the primos gobbler 2 in mossy oak green leaf Xl/2xl.I will be placing the order for the super elite as well later this week.I will not have the other vest until the 18-24th so it says.

Quote from: The Heartbreak Kid....... on April 10, 2018, 07:09:52 PM
so is mine and I am just getting started.I like to post about vests that I am interested in, and this is a thread created for that purpose.I assume that's why you opened it.Can you add some info on any of the vests?.....

I have the rng 200 and love it. Time will tell on durability but it seems like it will last. Even put a hydration bladder in the back pack.


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Quote from: The Heartbreak Kid....... on April 10, 2018, 07:09:52 PM
so is mine and I am just getting started.I like to post about vests that I am interested in, and this is a thread created for that purpose.I assume that's why you opened it.Can you add some info on any of the vests?.....

I have the rng 200 and love it. Time will tell on durability but it seems like it will last. Even put a hydration bladder in the back pack.


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I just got a 300 today. Little worried about how it's going to hold up too. The material is pretty thin...reminds me of Tyvex. Wondering if rough bark is going to cause it to start ripping after leaning against enough trees.

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My gobbler 2 vest in greenleaf shipped yesterday,I was checking out amazon earlier this morning and to my surprise, the super elite 4.0 just arrived back in stock,so I just purchased a xl/2xl in obsession camo,I will have that vest mid next week.I am done buying vests to try for this year, but I will still be buying the alps longspur and the run n' gun 300 to try out too.

I really love this thread.

I have never even tried a tactical tat'r on.  Does it have Molle loops so you can reposition the compartments?  I see that a lot of folks like them but what is the selling point for those that use them?  Comfort?  Pockets?  All of the above?

I sent it back,I wasn't fully happy with it.I think it is well built and a solid vest.I prefer other types of vests.

Quote from: tha bugman on April 13, 2018, 11:10:01 AM
I have never even tried a tactical tat'r on.  Does it have Molle loops so you can reposition the compartments?  I see that a lot of folks like them but what is the selling point for those that use them?  Comfort?  Pockets?  All of the above?

no the pockets can't be moved around.  the biggest selling point is probably the quality of the vest itself.  just way better quality than a lot of the cheap vests.  the seat cushion has some nice dense foam in it that won't bottom out when you sit down.  it's got big interior mesh pockets which some people really want.  i just wasn't as much a fan of the layout as i was others.

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Quote from: tha bugman on April 13, 2018, 11:10:01 AM
I have never even tried a tactical tat'r on.  Does it have Molle loops so you can reposition the compartments?  I see that a lot of folks like them but what is the selling point for those that use them?  Comfort?  Pockets?  All of the above?

no the pockets can't be moved around.  the biggest selling point is probably the quality of the vest itself.  just way better quality than a lot of the cheap vests.  the seat cushion has some nice dense foam in it that won't bottom out when you sit down.  it's got big interior mesh pockets which some people really want.  i just wasn't as much a fan of the layout as i was others.

yeah, just from pics I don't really like the layout, but a majority of the folks that I have talked to that have them absolutely love them! :z-flirtysmile3:

Quote from: The Heartbreak Kid....... on April 10, 2018, 08:08:07 AM
Who is running the alps grand slam vest? how is the pocket layout on the inside?are they zippered? I can get this vest quickly and for almost the same price as the gobbler 2.I am aware it may be heavier with the frame and legs but I will rid the vest of them if they do not work for me.I am only worried about the pockets and their layout.Seems that this vest has amazing reviews and is the "granddaddy" of them all.

I am wearing the Alps GS and absolutely love it.  It is very well made.  Pockets galore, but not sure there will be enough for everything you tote on a turkey hunt after reading your list you posted.  Everything I need is in my GS and the vest is well thought out as far as being user friendly.  I carry a wing, pruners and turkey tote in the back, has slots for water bottles (or thermocell) on each side, I carry a box call, slate call, glass call, 2 strikers, a call conditioner stick, box call chalk and sandpaper for the glass call, flashlight, crow call and typically 5 or 6 mouth calls, 2 pairs of gloves and 2 headnets, one of those $0.99 rain ponchos for when I get caught and of course an ample amount of T.P.  I carry the poncho and T.P in the slot made for a hydration bladder.  There is a place for everything and everything in its place.  Pockets are zippered and looks like these will hold up for quite awhile.  All zippers have handy loops.  Vest is very adjustable for size with 4 adjustments (2 on each side) and the 3 connections in the front are also adjustable. I took the Frame out for hunting here in MS as finding a tree is not a problem on the places I hunt.  I will definitely put the frame back in when hunting KS or NE.  Very easy to remove the frame and put it back in - probably takes less then 3 or 4 minutes.  The seat cushion on this vest is extremely comfortable.  Not sure how it could be any better.  I hunted a Super Elite for years and loved it - no complaints.  Zippers started failing after about 6 or 7 years so I went ahead and upgraded to the Alps this year.  Hunted a dozen times and absolutely love it.  Don't think you can go wrong with this vest.  Big thumbs up!

I may be carrying even more as I found a couple new pot calls on clearance for cheap and picked them up.I like my custom calls but I am pretty impressed with the primos jackpot and the knight n hale aluminum long spur.

Forgot to mention, obviously I carry 4 or 5 shotgun shells!  Always have my truck keys in the pockets when I take the shells out to hunt. 

I carry 3 shells if I am toting my single shot and 4 if I carry a pump.I am superstitious,and I need to carry what I have listed,it just like when i played jr hockey...superstitious consumes me.....

It comes down to the Alps Super Elite 4.0 or the Primos Gobbler 2 as the new vest for this season.I am keeping both of them no matter what.

I hear you on the superstitious part!  I need all the help I can get.  I was a baseball guy until I was 26 and I have two daughters so I started coaching High School Fast-pitch softball 10 years ago.  They always kinda look at me crazy when were on a streak and I tell them I'm wearing the same socks and drawers!  lol.

I guess my shell count is 4.  Three in the pump and 1 in the vest.  Guess its always been that way!

The Super Elite I had was a great vest so if they are anything like they used to be you'll enjoy it.  Mine had zip out sleeves which were great for hunting the Midwest.  Got it on sale for $39.99.  I should have bought the whole rack of them!

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I hear you on the superstitious part!  I need all the help I can get.  I was a baseball guy until I was 26 and I have two daughters so I started coaching High School Fast-pitch softball 10 years ago.  They always kinda look at me crazy when were on a streak and I tell them I'm wearing the same socks and drawers!  lol.

I guess my shell count is 4.  Three in the pump and 1 in the vest.  Guess its always been that way!

The Super Elite I had was a great vest so if they are anything like they used to be you'll enjoy it.  Mine had zip out sleeves which were great for hunting the Midwest.  Got it on sale for $39.99.  I should have bought the whole rack of them!

I traded for a Super Elite that you described above that I saw someone on here had advertised in the classifieds.  I had one when they first came out and sold it and regretted it!  been hunting out of it since it came in the mail last week, this one will be with me until it falls apart!   ;D

So,you have and like the super elite 4.0?I think I just spent the last money on turkey equipment for this year,I purchased a new thermacell and some refills and another mouth call on clearance.

Kid, you are obsessing. :TooFunny:
I hope your season starts soon, you need to be in the woods! :TooFunny:

I have 11 days to kill before it starts,I went this morning and checked out a few of my spots,even though we are in the middle of a winter snowstorm,the birds were fired up.

I hate not being able to try all the vests before buying,but I am content with the ones on the way,if for some reason they do not work.I will use my LL bean and be happy.I still have a few guns I want to pattern,I am just waiting on ammo to arrive and will pattern them next week,weekend.

I guess I'm an outcast.  I bought a cheapish Mossy Oak turkey thugs vest about five years ago just to test.  I absolutely love that vest.  The seat is a little bit of a pain to reattach but I've learned to deal with it. Hoards of pockets and great padded seat and back.  I think it was 25 bucks on sale at the time.  One of those weird things that happened to work out.  It has plenty of blood stains on it now. 

Quote from: KentuckyHeadhunter on April 14, 2018, 05:35:18 PM
I guess I'm an outcast.  I bought a cheapish Mossy Oak turkey thugs vest about five years ago just to test.  I absolutely love that vest.  The seat is a little bit of a pain to reattach but I've learned to deal with it. Hoards of pockets and great padded seat and back.  I think it was 25 bucks on sale at the time.  One of those weird things that happened to work out.  It has plenty of blood stains on it now.

It is a great vest!  The only thing that they need to do is reorient the seat so that it deploys like a tactical tat'r.  that buckling up and down on that vest is a pain!

Another vote for Mossy Oak turkey thugs vest. Buckling seat is a pain.

Super elite 4.0 just arrived minutes ago.I am going to load it up and see what I think.I tried it on and am pretty impressed with the build and layout so far.

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Quote from: KentuckyHeadhunter on April 14, 2018, 05:35:18 PM
I guess I'm an outcast.  I bought a cheapish Mossy Oak turkey thugs vest about five years ago just to test.  I absolutely love that vest.  The seat is a little bit of a pain to reattach but I've learned to deal with it. Hoards of pockets and great padded seat and back.  I think it was 25 bucks on sale at the time.  One of those weird things that happened to work out.  It has plenty of blood stains on it now.

It is a great vest!  The only thing that they need to do is reorient the seat so that it deploys like a tactical tat'r.  that buckling up and down on that vest is a pain!

+ 1.. The cheap walmart mossy oak vest is my "go to" for now. Liked it so much, I just got another for a spare.  I have tried every vest out there.. this one suits my needs best.  The seat sucks as mentioned, but I don't use the seat most the time on any vests, tote a gobbler chair instead. When I do run and gun, I used one of the thicker seats from a different vests... just throw it inside the game bag in the back.

https://www.walmart.com/ip/Mossy-Oak-Turkey-Vest-with-Cushioned-Seat-and-External-Pocket/40487617

I have it loaded up with everything i carry and there is still lots of room for more.I think this vest is extremely well thought out and if the gobbler 2 vest is as good or better than I will be set for a decade.This is my favorite vest i have ever tried on other than the ll bean,both are amazing and a great fit for what I like.I should see the gobbler 2 in the next few days.I would rate this vest as an A.

I could easily fit 20+ strikers in this vest,along with 6 pot calls in the two pot call pockets,I have 5 so far and 14 strikers,I can put my rangefinder and binos in the front bottom left pocket and it's a perfect fit.I am pretty impressed with this vest.It is massive and well thought out and comfortable all filled up.I still have tons of room and a few pockets to fill,my shells and a few other small items yet to go in vest.I am camo'ing up my coffee cup tonight and hoping it will fit nice and tidy as well.

Just got knight and hale rng 200, love the simplicity but do not care for the pot call holders, I put a crystal mistress in to try it and no way it's staying put once you get to brush busting...The strikers holders are difficult to use but may break in?  Also not a fan of the location of the it calls they are in the way ,  sending it back


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Just got knight and hale rng 200, love the simplicity but do not care for the pot call holders, I put a crystal mistress in to try it and no way it's staying put once you get to brush busting...The strikers holders are difficult to use but may break in?  Also not a fan of the location of the it calls they are in the way ,  sending it back


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Yeah that's was a turn off for sure I don't want my pots exposed or have any chance of coming out they have to be exposed.

The impact would lead the short list if I picked up a new one

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Just got knight and hale rng 200, love the simplicity but do not care for the pot call holders, I put a crystal mistress in to try it and no way it's staying put once you get to brush busting...The strikers holders are difficult to use but may break in?  Also not a fan of the location of the it calls they are in the way ,  sending it back


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Yeah that's was a turn off for sure I don't want my pots exposed or have any chance of coming out they have to be exposed.

The impact would lead the short list if I picked up a new one

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Ok I am a vest junky as I have said I am constantly looking for one that fits all my needs.  That being said, after reading this thread and seeing the Tactical Tat'R 2 on sale at Cabelas along with free shipping I decided to order one.  I got it in the mail yesterday and hunted out of it for the first time this morning.  In regards to the pot call holders.  I was able to easily put my Woodhaven Cherry Classic (with the cover on).  It held it very firmly.  I cannot attest to a thicker pot, but I would imagine it would be a struggle to fit it in. Really cool little alligator clip to hold conditioning pads and paper. I tried putting my Real Hen box call in the holder, but it is for short boxes only.  The chalk holder is convenient as it is located just outside of the box call holder.  I really like the GPS holster as I use mine constantly and it is nice to be able to flop it open and keep a read on where I am going without having to dig it out of my pocket.  Great zippers, but the neat thing is the elastic cords that hold the compartments shut.  This allows you to have the zippers down either partially or all the way and still not have to worry about something falling out. There is a mouthcall case attached to a lanyard that fits neatly inside of a front pocket thats nothing fancy but a pretty cool addition.  The overall vest is snug with little to no flopping around as I have had with other strap type vests.  Very easy to take on and off, and I particularly like the way that the backpack straps fit to my shoulders.  I like the seat (flip up flip down no snapping required), it is comfortable and works well in conjunction with the strategically placed back padding.  I did notice after sitting on wet ground and flipping the pad up that the back of my pants got wet from the outer edge of the cushion brushing my pants which leads me to my next point. I don't like the seat adjustment as so far it is darn right impossible to move the straps within the buckle, this is probably due to it being elasticized material.  I have not put anything in game bag, but it looks very roomy, adjustable and easy to access.  There are two access pockets on either side that are very roomy and double as a place to stick your hands and keep them warm.  As I said, I try alot of different vests looking for that perfect one and first impressions are that this is definitely the best strap vest that I have tried so far. 

The gobbler 2 vest just arrived,my first thoughts of it,I should have left it where it was.The super elite 4.0 is twice as nice in my opinion,this vest does not seem as well built as the super elite 4.0.I think it is a decent vest but maybe I am just spoiled after the super elite 4.0.I will be keeping the super elite 4.0 as my vest this year,it opens tomorrow.The gobbler 2 may sit here or go back to where it came from.I do like the camo pattern on it and it has lots of pockets.The super elite 4.0 seems better quality and I like it better.

i've enjoyed following along your thread.  the fourth vest i've bought in the last month should be here wednesday so i can relate.  no store has these things locally so the only way i can find what works is just order and try them out.

I would only use the super elite 4.0 out of the ones I have bought to try,the gobbler 2 is nice but the super elite 4.0 is outstanding and with it and my ll bean vest,I am good to go for another 5 years.They are such an individual feel that I really do like all of them,they all have great qualities and will work for somebody.Good luck,I am heading up to my camp for 12 days as I just took another job and do not start until the 7th of May,It felt so good telling the other company where to stick their job.Put it this way,it's a hunting and fishing company where i worked for years and was the boss and they basically told me that I can't hunt.Guess what?nobody ever tells me that I can't hunt.....the job I took is for more money,mon-fri 730-4pm and no weekends.I will be able to bird hunt before work and bear hunt with my bow in the evening.Being the boss isn't always better....good luck to all.

Quote from: The Heartbreak Kid....... on April 24, 2018, 02:04:30 PM
I would only use the super elite 4.0 out of the ones I have bought to try,the gobbler 2 is nice but the super elite 4.0 is outstanding and with it and my ll bean vest,I am good to go for another 5 years.They are such an individual feel that I really do like all of them,they all have great qualities and will work for somebody.Good luck,I am heading up to my camp for 12 days as I just took another job and do not start until the 7th of May,It felt so good telling the other company where to stick their job.Put it this way,it's a hunting and fishing company where i worked for years and was the boss and they basically told me that I can't hunt.Guess what?nobody ever tells me that I can't hunt.....the job I took is for more money,mon-fri 730-4pm and no weekends.I will be able to bird hunt before work and bear hunt with my bow in the evening.Being the boss isn't always better....good luck to all.

I've had the super since last year and I'll be retiring it early.  It's really well made, but way too heavy for what it is.  Also the material is extremely noisy.  The buckles for the seat are hard to reach, the water bottle holder is too small and you can't reach it without twisting your arm out of socket or taking the vest off.   It's a nicely made vest, just a little too heavy for my style of hunting. 

great opening morning,I had roosted these birds for a few days,however I have been hunting this property for over 30 years.There were 3 toms within shooting distance and I had a good bead on this one this morning,shot him approx 10 minutes after fly down.I then spent the last 5 hours trucking around with my dad trying to get on more birds as I am tagged out for day.This bird weighed 20 lbs 4 oz and a 9" beard with 1" spurs.This is the first bird I have shot with a reflex sight,I paid 28 dollars for it and it's been an excellent find and I am getting another for my 20 gauge today.Home to get dry as it poured rain all day and is hammering now.Browning Bps 12 gauge nwtf,3.5" long beard 5"s and a gt .675 is deadly on birds.

I cant get pictures to load,says they are to big.....I will be toting my tc encore 20 gauge single shot the next few days....What a great opening morning!!!!

Since I am home until I head back up to camp for weekend tomorrow,I am going to transfer all my stuff from the super elite 4.0 into the gobbler 2 and hunt with it this weekend,I already know that I really like the super elite 4.0 so I can try the gobbler 2 out now,I am keeping it anyway,It will head to the basement with the others if it does not work for me.

I tried it with my stuff in it,I cant use it.I like the super elite 4.0.I am going to list it in classifieds for sale tonight,I am just heading out to call for my mother and she if she can get a turkey,the vest is new,never been outside.I just took tags off and loaded it with my stuff.Primos gobbler 2 xl/2xl green leaf $75.00 us will take it.I only will take paypal and I will list it tonight,that is tyd pricing.

The lady from Bass pro shop had called yesterday and left me a message that my knight n hale 300 finally arrived at their store,I am calling her today and having her ship it overnight.I plan on using it for my "run n gun" hunting and using the super elite for my morning hunts.I slept in today as it is pouring rain and freezing cold.I am heading this morning to pick my base up for my tc pro hunter 20 gauge and my reflex sight should be here tomorrow.I will pattern it midday saturday and be toting it for the next week.

No base arrived,I also have not heard from bass pro today,so I think the vest will be shipped either friday or next week but I will have it early next week.I also picked up 4 boxes of 20 gauge hevi-shot this morning,3-6's and 1-5"s.I am now more than set for a few years with shells for the tc.

We are two for two,I cant believe the start to our season.We went back in to one of our spots yesterday morning and my father took a nice tom,he weighed 20 lbs 10 oz with a 10" beard and 1 3/8 spurs.If not for torrential downpour I wood be in the woods today but it has rained since 10pm last night and when i got up at 4am,it was nasty weather.I just mounted the reflex sight on my tc pro hunter 20 gauge and am going to pattern it and dial it in and then go and sit in a ground blind for a few hours,the rain has stopped right now but is supposed to continue the next few days,this has been a miserable spring weather wise.

I have the run n gun 300 on its way,will be here by wednesday.As for the super elite 4.0,after a few days hunting with it.It is awesome and the reason i want the run n gun is because I always wanted something lighter and smallish for the days that I spend walking all day,pretty excited to get it,as the 200 was awesome,just a tad small.I am having a great weekend with my father and hopefully we can get on another bird.I am taking my mother as well and hopefully she can get a chance at a jake or a tom later or tomorrow.

I just finished ordering a water bottle molle holder and an accessory molle pouch to hold binos or rangefinder if needed,I should have everything and the vest by mid week to try out.It is supposed to be snowing and cold in morning,I am not sure If i am going out in the am or not.I already have one of my two tags filled and over a month to hunt.

I did get my gun dialed in this afternoon with the reflex sight though,so at least that is done.

I had a great hunt today,just no longbeards,I had 6 jakes at 14 yards.I got home and my molle water bottle holder and accessory pouch to hold my binos and rangefinder that I plan on attaching to the the run n gun 300 arrived,the binos and rangefinder fit and extra room for a few other small items if needed.Heading back out in the am,I am on vacation until next monday and am going to enjoy it.

Nice weather the next two days as well.I hope it gets them fired up as I watched the 6 jakes from the trees for over an hour today,they never made a sound in the trees or on the ground.It has been really cold,windy and rainy the first 5 days so far but that is supposed to be changing.

Quote from: The Heartbreak Kid....... on April 30, 2018, 06:32:04 PM
I had a great hunt today,just no longbeards,I had 6 jakes at 14 yards.I got home and my molle water bottle holder and accessory pouch to hold my binos and rangefinder that I plan on attaching to the the run n gun 300 arrived,the binos and rangefinder fit and extra room for a few other small items if needed.Heading back out in the am,I am on vacation until next monday and am going to enjoy it.

Nice weather the next two days as well.I hope it gets them fired up as I watched the 6 jakes from the trees for over an hour today,they never made a sound in the trees or on the ground.It has been really cold,windy and rainy the first 5 days so far but that is supposed to be changing.

Enjoy yourself and good luck!!

run n gun 300 just arrived,It is in obsession camo too,the lady at bass pro told me it was realtree camo.I am happy it's obsession.I am loading it up and heading out for a few hours this afternoon.I had some action today but could not get the tom to come within 40 yards.They were henned up and the hens stayed out around 60 yards.I am going to put up a blind where the jakes are roosting and hanging around and plan on taking my mother tomorrow.

I have to say that of all the vests i have bought and tried over the years,the run n gun 300 is my favorite.I just spend 3 hours run n gunning with it packed with all my stuff and it is comfortable and light,and it isn't hot.It has way more room then the 200 and I will be taking the molle accessory bag off as It isn't needed.I can put rangefinder and binos in pockets.I have extra pockets with nothing in them....that will change.I give this vest an 11-10.

I hope I sell the primos gobbler 2,the super elite 4.0 has been shipped back to amazon this morning and the tater 2 went back a month ago,still waiting for the refund.It may have taken me a month and a handful of vests,but this is the one that I will be using.It does everything extremely well.My hat is off to Knight & Hale.

I can comfortably draw my bow with this vest on and that is an added bonus as I like to take my bow,but I hate ground blind hunting.I put the blind up for my mother tomorrow.

Sounds like the search is over, congratulations!

I got the RNG 300 today...and I'm keeping it.  I have tried nearly every vest imaginable (I think 6 vests just this season) and this one is pretty good.  Very adjustable and actually fits guys under 200lbs.

I just went through and organized the rbg 300 a little more,It is a great vest.I really do not use my rangefinder a ton turkey hunting,unless I am bowhunting and even then it is rare.I am thinking of just carrying it in the backpack part of the vest which is huge.I have my saw,pruners,thermacell,refills,toilet paper,extra face mask and gloves,chalk,sandpaper etc.I am thinking of throwing my long box call in as well.Lots of room,if need to add more stuff.I still have empty pockets up front,but I think that will change over the next few days,as I may add another pot call or two,I have 3 in it so far.When they say it is extremely adjustable and thought out well,they were not lying.The pot calls do not budge in the pockets on the outside and there is more than enough pockets to hold everything.I am keeping one pocket for cookies and breakfast bars,it is that big. :jackson:

I really like the rng 300',I will continue to use it...mostly for gun hunting.I just bought the alps long spur for bowhunting them,in a blind and run n' bow.I wanted to reward myself for the opening of fall turkey season on oct 1st...I get a whole month to bow hunt them now....I may even take this new little treat on my moose hunt in a week.

Glad u like ur vest. I've got the original promos gobbler vest and it's been great. But, because it has a ton of space and pockets, I tend to overload it. Got a Cabela's TT2 two years ago and love it because it limits what I can carry. Down to 2-3 pots, box call or scratch box, owl and crow call, few diaphragm calls, couple of shells, water bottle and couple lightweight Montana decoys and I'm on my way. Like them both but lean towards the latter. Grab my vestless shirt when I wanna go real light. Congrats with ur choices. Hope all goes well in the future.


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I just ordered a primos gobbler 2 in a m/l to use,the xl/xxl I bought before last spring is like a blanket hanging off me and its still for sale in the classifieds as it's never been out of the house and has been hanging in the basement for 10 months.I should have it by mid week at the latest,this one is also in greenleaf,I believe this size should be about perfect for me.I want to have both the rng 300 and the gobbler 2 setup to grab at any time.

Apparently when I placed my order there was only 1 in stock and two of us seemed to have ordered it because I received an email stating it was out of stock and they will let me know when it comes back in stock.oh well.

Anything new for 2019 yet?Interested in trying a few "vests" types  to go with what I have.I am waiting on the primos gobbler 2 but it may be awhile before I get it,as It is out of stock.I see the h.s undertaker vest and am thinking of ordering it to test out.Any of you used the undertaker vest?I want another to setup and filled for this spring.

I did some looking around and see that knight n hale has the rng vests out in bottomland and they added a little cord to keep pot calls in on the rng 300.I never had any issues with them coming out but that is a great decision to add them.I am ordering a new rng 300 in the bottomland pattern and will be using it as well this spring.

Quote from: The Heartbreak Kid....... on February 14, 2019, 07:13:03 AM
I did some looking around and see that knight n hale has the rng vests out in bottomland and they added a little cord to keep pot calls in on the rng 300.I never had any issues with them coming out but that is a great decision to add them.I am ordering a new rng 300 in the bottomland pattern and will be using it as well this spring.

They added those pot call clips, added a water bottle pouch to one side and they also changed the back padding up from the other vests.

I saw those same things. Want to order a new model, but I don't know if I'm willing to spend the money for another vest right now. Last year's worked fine for me.


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Quote from: The Heartbreak Kid....... on February 14, 2019, 07:13:03 AM
I did some looking around and see that knight n hale has the rng vests out in bottomland and they added a little cord to keep pot calls in on the rng 300.I never had any issues with them coming out but that is a great decision to add them.I am ordering a new rng 300 in the bottomland pattern and will be using it as well this spring.

They added those pot call clips, added a water bottle pouch to one side and they also changed the back padding up from the other vests.

I am trying to locate one that I can buy up here,I have been in contact with knight n hale and they are not setup to ship to me,I replied to them and hoping we can find a solution today as I am off and would like to buy it today,I think the rng 300 is awesome and with these upgrades It is even better....

Finally got to see an Ol Tom Easy Rider in person and man I want one bad.  Do not need one as my Ibeam is in great shape, but it is a great, functional vest.

Quote from: davisd9 on February 14, 2019, 03:47:19 PM
Finally got to see an Ol Tom Easy Rider in person and man I want one bad.  Do not need one as my Ibeam is in great shape, but it is a great, functional vest.

Tell me what you like about it?There is nowhere close to check them out.I assume the bass pro that is 4 hours away may have them,I am going for a trip up there in March or April have never been able to test a ol tom vest in person,I used to really want the double box call vest they made but never did find it up here.I want to try something different that I haven't yet,I already know I am buying the new rng 300,so I am looking for a different vest to test out this spring.

I can't seem to get the rng 300 in bottomland at this time up here.I am going to order the alps grand slam in bottomland this evening,I am not sure what size to get the standard or xl.I do not want it real baggy and I believe the standard is the size I need.What size are you guys running on the alps gs?

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Quote from: davisd9 on February 14, 2019, 03:47:19 PM
Finally got to see an Ol Tom Easy Rider in person and man I want one bad.  Do not need one as my Ibeam is in great shape, but it is a great, functional vest.

Tell me what you like about it?There is nowhere close to check them out.I assume the bass pro that is 4 hours away may have them,I am going for a trip up there in March or April have never been able to test a ol tom vest in person,I used to really want the double box call vest they made but never did find it up here.I want to try something different that I haven't yet,I already know I am buying the new rng 300,so I am looking for a different vest to test out this spring.

Simple, light, has plenty of space, and laid out well.

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I like the pattern.I may try and see if I can get that to try out.The weight of the alps gs is holding me back from clicking the purchase button,so far.

Quote from: The Heartbreak Kid....... on February 15, 2019, 01:20:38 PM
I like the pattern.I may try and see if I can get that to try out.The weight of the alps gs is holding me back from clicking the purchase button,so far.

I've got the XL Grand Slam. Been using it for going on 3 years. Without the frame it is extremely light. With the frame it is still lighter than carrying a chair. I don't use the frame much, but the couple times I have it's fine. It's not like you're carrying the little extra weight in your hand. It's spread over both shoulders and centered well. Without the frame the vest is amazing.

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Quote from: The Heartbreak Kid....... on February 15, 2019, 01:20:38 PM
I like the pattern.I may try and see if I can get that to try out.The weight of the alps gs is holding me back from clicking the purchase button,so far.

I've got the XL Grand Slam. Been using it for going on 3 years. Without the frame it is extremely light. With the frame it is still lighter than carrying a chair. I don't use the frame much, but the couple times I have it's fine. It's not like you're carrying the little extra weight in your hand. It's spread over both shoulders and centered well. Without the frame the vest is amazing.

How big of a guy are you?I am 214 lbs and 6 ft right now,I don't want it Chris Farley tight  or blanket loose.

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Quote from: The Heartbreak Kid....... on February 15, 2019, 01:20:38 PM
I like the pattern.I may try and see if I can get that to try out.The weight of the alps gs is holding me back from clicking the purchase button,so far.

I've got the XL Grand Slam. Been using it for going on 3 years. Without the frame it is extremely light. With the frame it is still lighter than carrying a chair. I don't use the frame much, but the couple times I have it's fine. It's not like you're carrying the little extra weight in your hand. It's spread over both shoulders and centered well. Without the frame the vest is amazing.

How big of a guy are you?I am 214 lbs and 6 ft right now,I don't want it Chris Farley tight  or blanket loose.

5'11" and 225. Fits good. Not baggy or small.

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Quote from: The Heartbreak Kid....... on February 15, 2019, 01:20:38 PM
I like the pattern.I may try and see if I can get that to try out.The weight of the alps gs is holding me back from clicking the purchase button,so far.

I've got the XL Grand Slam. Been using it for going on 3 years. Without the frame it is extremely light. With the frame it is still lighter than carrying a chair. I don't use the frame much, but the couple times I have it's fine. It's not like you're carrying the little extra weight in your hand. It's spread over both shoulders and centered well. Without the frame the vest is amazing.

How big of a guy are you?I am 214 lbs and 6 ft right now,I don't want it Chris Farley tight  or blanket loose.

5'11" and 225. Fits good. Not baggy or small.

It looks like the xl is what I would order then as I am usually around 225-230 lbs.I am down a few lbs right now.lol.

I've been following your vest search. I'm looking to purchase my first vest. I really like the layout of the RNG 300 but I usually carry at least one decoy and sometimes two with me. Which vest did you like the best that had a place to carry a decoy ? I could go with the RNG but then I would have to carry the decoys and my gun. Just nice to have a free hand if possible.

I carry all me decoys in a separate decoy bag,I never have carried one in a vest.The primos gobbler 2 has a huge back to carry a decoy or two.I like carrying them in a decoy bag and I only use decoys 50% of the time at most anyway.You can carry a decoy with the straps the rng 300 comes with,mine are in the bottom of my tote and have never even been undone.

I like my primos rocker for the seat but I did get a run and gun to try

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I like my primos rocker for the seat but I did get a run and gun to try

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I thought it was having issues with it not having great stitching?I have been reading up on it and can get it through amazon up here,the reason why I have t tried it was the reviews of it holding up,the stitching issues.I like the looks of it and the storage on it,I am having elastic and buttons sewn on my rng 300 instead of buying the new version,I never had an issue but I do think It's a great idea to be able to clip the pot calls in.

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Quote from: TauntoHawk on February 16, 2019, 12:34:31 PM
I like my primos rocker for the seat but I did get a run and gun to try

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I thought it was having issues with it not having great stitching?I have been reading up on it and can get it through amazon up here,the reason why I have t tried it was the reviews of it holding up,the stitching issues.I like the looks of it and the storage on it,I am having elastic and buttons sewn on my rng 300 instead of buying the new version,I never had an issue but I do think It's a great idea to be able to clip the pot calls in.

Oh for sure the build was terrible I reenforced a lot of the stress points with braided fishing line but i loved the seat style and pockets were pretty good layout and a ton of them. It actually held up well after all my stitching fixes last season. The run and gun was a gift someone gave me but I'll give it a try



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Quote from: The Heartbreak Kid....... on February 16, 2019, 12:39:21 PM

Quote from: TauntoHawk on February 16, 2019, 12:34:31 PM
I like my primos rocker for the seat but I did get a run and gun to try

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I thought it was having issues with it not having great stitching?I have been reading up on it and can get it through amazon up here,the reason why I have t tried it was the reviews of it holding up,the stitching issues.I like the looks of it and the storage on it,I am having elastic and buttons sewn on my rng 300 instead of buying the new version,I never had an issue but I do think It's a great idea to be able to clip the pot calls in.

Oh for sure the build was terrible I reenforced a lot of the stress points with braided fishing line but i loved the seat style and pockets were pretty good layout and a ton of them. It actually held up well after all my stitching fixes last season. The run and gun was a gift someone gave me but I'll give it a try



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I assume it is made with the same type of material the gobbler 2 vest is?I want to add another vest but have no intentions of buying a handful like last spring to try.I want to pick one to buy and use.I am going to bass pro in the next month or so and may wait and see what they have,I realize that a pattern really makes little difference but I am interested in trying a bottom land camo vest as I just purchased some bottom land camo to wear on my upper body this early season.

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Quote from: TauntoHawk on February 16, 2019, 12:34:31 PM
I like my primos rocker for the seat but I did get a run and gun to try

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I thought it was having issues with it not having great stitching?I have been reading up on it and can get it through amazon up here,the reason why I have t tried it was the reviews of it holding up,the stitching issues.I like the looks of it and the storage on it,I am having elastic and buttons sewn on my rng 300 instead of buying the new version,I never had an issue but I do think It's a great idea to be able to clip the pot calls in.

Oh for sure the build was terrible I reenforced a lot of the stress points with braided fishing line but i loved the seat style and pockets were pretty good layout and a ton of them. It actually held up well after all my stitching fixes last season. The run and gun was a gift someone gave me but I'll give it a try



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I assume it is made with the same type of material the gobbler 2 vest is?I want to add another vest but have no intentions of buying a handful like last spring to try.I want to pick one to buy and use.I am going to bass pro in the next month or so and may wait and see what they have,I realize that a pattern really makes little difference but I am interested in trying a bottom land camo vest as I just purchased some bottom land camo to wear on my upper body this early season.

The same stitching you use for the call pockets can't be used to keep the stays that support your weight in the seat but yep its just standard single stitching with wimpy thread. Now my work looks terrible but its strong and holds up.

Those seats are just so versatile.

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Any of you try the Midway Deluxe Turkey Vest?I like the looks of the layout on it and was thinking of trying it out.I think some of the no name brands get left out but the double l from ll bean is still my favorite vest ever built along with the rng 300.This midway vest seems like it may be worth a purchase to test out.

I've used several vests over the years. Some good, others not so much. I've still kept my Primos gobbler vest (1st gen) and have a Cabela's TT2. Both are great for what I do. Plenty of space for calls and I've switched to Montana miss purrfect and jake decoys. Really lightened the load but they rarely come out of the vest. In fact, I've had them 3-4 seasons so far and have used them maybe 4-5 times. TT2 has a better box call pocket and call pockets in general. It does limit the number of calls I can carry more so than the primos vest but typically just run one of gooserbats diaphragms and Yingling pot call anyway so it's not an issue for me. If I'm hunting with my buddy and we're doing more moving around, I grab the Primos Freaky Seat. If I'm gonna go really light, OT vestless shirt gets the job done. Yingling pot in one pocket, enticer pot in the other in case the weather turns. Mouth call in the slot in front of the pocket and a scratch box as well. It's all in what you really need the best to do really. You've got some good options picked out already. Good luck with ur decision.


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Quote from: The Heartbreak Kid....... on April 25, 2018, 02:19:20 PM
great opening morning,I had roosted these birds for a few days,however I have been hunting this property for over 30 years.There were 3 toms within shooting distance and I had a good bead on this one this morning,shot him approx 10 minutes after fly down.I then spent the last 5 hours trucking around with my dad trying to get on more birds as I am tagged out for day.This bird weighed 20 lbs 4 oz and a 9" beard with 1" spurs.This is the first bird I have shot with a reflex sight,I paid 28 dollars for it and it's been an excellent find and I am getting another for my 20 gauge today.Home to get dry as it poured rain all day and is hammering now.Browning Bps 12 gauge nwtf,3.5" long beard 5"s and a gt .675 is deadly on birds.

I cant get pictures to load,says they are to big.....I will be toting my tc encore 20 gauge single shot the next few days....What a great opening morning!!!!

better late than never.I have figured out how to crop pictures and post them on the forum now.

Quote from: wvmntnhick on February 17, 2019, 12:10:20 PM
I've used several vests over the years. Some good, others not so much. I've still kept my Primos gobbler vest (1st gen) and have a Cabela's TT2. Both are great for what I do. Plenty of space for calls and I've switched to Montana miss purrfect and jake decoys. Really lightened the load but they rarely come out of the vest. In fact, I've had them 3-4 seasons so far and have used them maybe 4-5 times. TT2 has a better box call pocket and call pockets in general. It does limit the number of calls I can carry more so than the primos vest but typically just run one of gooserbats diaphragms and Yingling pot call anyway so it's not an issue for me. If I'm hunting with my buddy and we're doing more moving around, I grab the Primos Freaky Seat. If I'm gonna go really light, OT vestless shirt gets the job done. Yingling pot in one pocket, enticer pot in the other in case the weather turns. Mouth call in the slot in front of the pocket and a scratch box as well. It's all in what you really need the best to do really. You've got some good options picked out already. Good luck with ur decision.


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I just sold a gobbler 2 vest that I never used as it was way to big,I own the original gobbler vest and the strap vest.They are ok,I had the tatr 2 last spring for a few weeks and I probably didn't give it an honest chance and kind of regret it as I did come to like it after a few days.I may still end up with one this spring,I would purchase it today but I may as well wait to see if it comes on sale like last spring.Thanks for the info.

I dropped my rng 300 off at the ladies house that is going to do some alterations on the pot call holders and now instead of just a elastic cord,she is going to use some camo material and sew it on so they both will be covered and use snaps to keep them covered,works for me.I was going to get the new one but,no reason too now.

This is what I use.

Quote from: The Heartbreak Kid....... on February 18, 2019, 06:28:24 PM
I dropped my rng 300 off at the ladies house that is going to do some alterations on the pot call holders and now instead of just a elastic cord,she is going to use some camo material and sew it on so they both will be covered and use snaps to keep them covered,works for me.I was going to get the new one but,no reason too now.

She ended up doing what we originally talked about as I thought it over and I didn't want snap,just something easy to be fail safe for that one time a call may slip,they really do not move as I never had an issue.I really do like the added cord though.here is what I had done,if it wont hold,she will re do it.

The newest RNG vest have a similar latch on them....that's a good portion of the reason I sold the one I bought back in the summer and bought one of the new bottomland versions.

I was going too and still may buy the new rng 300 in bottomland,I tried last week to buy it but can't find it yet.I may buy another vest in bottomland yet to use,I am going to bass pro either march 2 or 9th depending on work and the weather as it is a 4 hour drive.

I just purchased the alps long spur,when I tried to buy it last fall it was out of stock,It should be here Sunday and If I do not like it...back to amazon it goes.I couldn't resist testing it out.

Definitely one from Alps. I had an older primos vest that was awesome except the camo. Got a new gobbler vest cuz I wanted mo obsession and it almost laughable. The material is thin and noisy. Button snaps are really hard and will pull through. The ones at Walmart are just as good. That's what I get for ordering off the webs without seeing it first.

Picked up a Mothwing spring mimicry a few years ago very cheap. If I only knew how great this vest was I would have gotten 2. They are not made anymore. There is a utube video about these vests. Nicely made with leafy wear great pockets and a near match ,pocket wise to my 15 year old striker vest only much lighter. I use this one when temps get into the 70's and my striker made of cotton in the cooler weather. I use pin on leafs on my striker vest and it is the bomb.

The alps long spur arrived today, My first impressions of it is that It is perfect for what I wanted and wish I would have tried it last spring.I plan on adding my items to it later today and wear it a bit,I tried it on and I like the way it feels and adjusts.

I had some time this afternoon and switched my calls and items over from another vest into the alps long spur,this hybrid vest/pack really has impressed me.I like that you can attach or detach the call pockets and the lumbar pack and the hide away turkey bag is a great idea,I would never use it for a turkey but I like the idea of carrying a decoy in it,the idea of the modular hybrid pack works great for me if I decide to bow hunt them I can either take one or both of the front call pockets off and just wear the lumbar pack.

I find it comfortable so far and lots of room to carry anything or the bare minimum and it will be a lot cooler on the body when it warms up.

I have tried a lot and owned a lot of different packs,vests and this is a really nice change and I plan on running it this year.I really like the rng 300 but I like this even more,still a month away from hunting season and I could easily add a lot more items to this if needed but this year I am trying to downsize on the amount of calls I carry at one time.

Quote from: The Heartbreak Kid....... on March 31, 2019, 06:39:43 PM
I really like the rng 300 but I like this even more,still a month away from hunting season and I could easily add a lot more items to this if needed but this year I am trying to downsize on the amount of calls I carry at one time.

Thanks, heartbreak, you saved me $119. I have the long spur, new last year and almost pulled the trigger on an RNG 300. Sticking with what I got!

I plan on using either the seat off my rng 300 or something similar and just clip it on to the lumbar part,I have done the same for years using a seat cushion in my tree stand while bow hunting.

I did that last year, strapped a cheap foam pad seat to the bottom of the fanny pack. Worked fine all season long.

After loading the long spur up,and then today shouldering my gun to my shoulder,I have come to realize that the shoulder straps are thick and make it very uncomfortable to shoulder my gun normally.I do not have this issue with the rng 300 or my ll bean vest.I like everything about the long spur other than that and I do find the front pockets cumbersome and bulky,which I do not like.I would put the rng 300 ahead of the alps long spur for those reasons.I already have the rng 300 and hunted it last year.I think I am going to stick with it and send the long spur back to amazon.

Give this one a run and let us know, HBK

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Mossy-Oak-NWTF-Bob-Dixon-Turkey-Hunting-Vest/192876023942?hash=item2ce84e9086:g:RGMAAOSwzqdcoMsW

I had a limbhanger vest and didn't like it at all,I purchased it off here and sold it on here.I would never pay that for a vest.The nomad vest reminds me of the limbhanger,that's why I never tried that one.

A friend let me test out his longspur, I loaded it up and put it on, I hated those pouches on the chest they were in the way if you had to quick draw one!

Unloaded and put back into my old one.


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As a new turkey hunter, i've really enjoyed this thread.  I have been going through the decision process on choosing a vest.

My first choice was the Alps Impact for the camp chair option.  3 things I did not like about it:
1.  Seat.  You must unbuckle three buckles to deploy.  Walking with it deployed is possible but noisy and does require strap adjustment if you buckle back up with it deployed.  I think this is caused by the reinforcement/"frame" on both sides of the seat.  Prevents any flexibility.  Checked Alps and their video said the way to deploy was to unbuckle sternum and bottom two straps, but sitting down with the vest open made the pocket layout not work for me.

The seat is pretty thin and butt slips on the seat.  Several instances where I scooted down when on an incline.  I think if you want back support, check out one with a kickstand.

2.  Zippers and pockets.  Too loud.  Seem solid though.  Enough pockets for what i carry.  The box call and separator was pretty tight.  I felt as though it was rubbing all my chalk off though.

3.  Straps and sizing.  I'm 5'9" 185lbs and I had to cinch all the adjustment straps to the max for it to fit right.  The result was a flurry of tag ends.

Verdict:  Sending back to Amazon.

Since the LL bean vest has been mentioned, thought I'd link this to anyone near Gallatin TN.

Hope it's the same vest referenced in this thread.

Two Turkey Vests
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After using the rng for the last 2 seasons and having to have it repaired after both the stitching near the box call lets go and I had it stitched up I have been looking at buying either another super elite 4.0 or a Cabelas tactical 2. I really have not seen anything new that I would say is an upgrade and I can only seem to get the rng 200 in bottomland up here as of now.

I am just waiting for the bottomland super elite 4.0 to come back in stock,or the Cabelas tactical 2 to go on sale like the last few years and I see it has a new camo.

I still rank the rng 300 right up there as a great vest but it does not seem to hold up like my lil bean vest which I still may use this year.

I have dabbled with sling packs and backpacks but definitely prefer using a vest and I it is time for a new one for this year.

Anybody have any news on anything new in the turkey vest world?

I know I already had a gobbler vest 2 from Primos but It was like a blanket in sizing.I seen a flash sale this morning on a m/l in green leaf on amazon and I already had a gift card from them so I went ahead and ordered it.I am hoping that It fits a lot better and I am also gambling that It will keep me cooler as the season goes on than the super elite 4.0 would as I found it very warm and not as breathable as I like.If It does not fit well and hold the calls I will just send it back.

I will have the new vest to test out Monday or Tuesday.

I received the m/l gobbler 2 today,I loaded it up and then took everything out and shipped it back.The fit is almost perfect compared to the xl/xxl I had but it just isnt what I like.It looks like I am going back to my ll bean for this year unless the  Cabela's tactical tater 2 goes on sale as the Super elite 4.0 jumped 60 dollars on amazon and It isn't that nice in any camo.

I have about given up trying to find anything better than the ll bean and rng 300,though I did think the tactical tater 2 was well built and Id give it a 2nd chance.

I am going to try a Glenda Green satchel for the start of the season as I placed an order for an original bottomland,I own a primos sling/shoulder bag and used it for half a season back in 2011 and liked it,I loaded it up this weekend to try again and then watched a video on the gg satchel,I realized it is bigger than what I thought and will fit what I need,the only thing I don't like is not having somewhere to put an extra layer if it gets hot,or maybe add a layer in early season because It is known to snow and temperature turn cold.

If I don't like it in the field,It will hold my calls and extras at home at least.It looks well built and I like that you can keep it fully enclosed so no rain gets in,as with the primos it gets wet,as I got stuck out in a few freezing rain downpours the year I used it.

I have been using the Mossy Oak Longbeard Elite this year and I have been very satisfied.

Love my new Badlands vest. I have had them all, this is my best....

l'll be running my ll bean vest this season as it did not pan out for a new vest or a satchel for this year and I really don't see much that makes me want to keep looking.I did try and order a few different ones but the companies do not ship to Canada,so they can kiss my backside.

I'd like to see that LLBean vest

I love my grand slam highly recommend it,  i actually have 2, might part with one if you're interested. message me

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Lawd help us if you ever decide to buy a house or car... :popcorn:

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I'd like to see that LLBean vest

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I tested out an alps grandslam tonight I bought, back it goes.

I just purchased the Badlands turkey vest from amazon,says expected delivery is tomorrow. I am excited to test it out and see if It is a keeper.

Quote from: The Heartbreak Kid....... on March 20, 2021, 07:28:02 PM
I just purchased the Badlands turkey vest from amazon,says expected delivery is tomorrow. I am excited to test it out and see if It is a keeper.

Was it a keeper?


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No,it did not have enough storage for what I wanted.It was well built,light and would be great for someone that carries "light" I already have that in an rng 300. I would have never ordered it if I would have seen it in person or known how little it was. I tried to buy a grounded vest,owner did not seem to be interested in shipping one so,oh well. I am actually waiting for a beard buster vest to come in stock from amazon, I may test run it,Its a lighter vest,not a lot of pockets but I like the looks of it and It may be nice for when it gets hot outside,mid season on.

I am kind of settled in that I will never find a vest I like more than my LL bean. I do like the look of the new Will primos vest,I'd like to try it,probably for next season.

What is the difference between one Turkey vest made in China, and a different vest, made in China?
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Quote from: Sungrazer on April 02, 2021, 10:28:22 PM
What is the difference between one Turkey vest made in China, and a different vest, made in China?
Asking for a Patriotic friend..


Inquiring minds want to know

A "Turkey vest made in China" has features appealing to a Turkey hunter usually camouflaged with an attached seat.

A "different vest made in China" might be geared towards anything else really like fancy dinners, church or weddings. Might even be made for cold weather layering. Most likely not camouflaged or attached to a cushioned seat. 

What kind of vest did your friend want compared to the Turkey vest.


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Quote from: Dazzler on April 02, 2021, 10:35:43 PM

Quote from: Sungrazer on April 02, 2021, 10:28:22 PM
What is the difference between one Turkey vest made in China, and a different vest, made in China?
Asking for a Patriotic friend..


Inquiring minds want to know

A "Turkey vest made in China" has features appealing to a Turkey hunter usually camouflaged with an attached seat.

A "different vest made in China" might be geared towards anything else really like fancy dinners, church or weddings. Might even be made for cold weather layering. Most likely not camouflaged or attached to a cushioned seat. 

What kind of vest did your friend want compared to the Turkey vest.


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I have used the tidewe vest for a few days so far and I like it,I also purchased the nomad killing time vest and have used it the last few days and really like everything about both,keepers for me.I finally locked down a rng 200 in bottomland and I should have it Friday. I will use it as well, this coming weekend.

Hows the fit on the Tidwe?  Is the OSFM reasonable for a man less than 6' and 200lbs?  Usually OSFM translates into fully cinched and still loose for me.

Quote from: Dazzler on May 05, 2021, 08:06:34 AM
Hows the fit on the Tidwe?  Is the OSFM reasonable for a man less than 6' and 200lbs?  Usually OSFM translates into fully cinched and still loose for me.

Man I'm with you there, I cannot find a good fitting vest to save my life. I'm 6'2 and about 195 and I have to cinch most osfm up and they still are baggy lol


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Im 6" and 235 lbs and I wore it with lots of layers and It snugs down,I personally just buy and try as I have always needed to test equipment myself.

Heartbreak kid I see you tried many vests over the past few years and I am wondering which one is your favorite? I have to replace my old Cabelas vest and looking for something a little different. Thanks

Ever thought of using a satchel? I've used various turkey vest over the last 30 years had some I liked and some I disliked.  I hunted this year with a Glenda Greene Satchel and doughnut seat cushion she makes and to be honest never been more satisfied.  It was really hard for me to give up a vest I had over 11 sold 7 of them this year but might sell the rest now.   Plus it is USA made which is a big plus for .e and the craftsmanship is A+++   plenty of room for calls, snacks and raincoat.  It loaded down with calls and snacks weighs about the same a some of my empty vest. 

Quote from: lunghit on May 13, 2021, 03:01:24 PM
Heartbreak kid I see you tried many vests over the past few years and I am wondering which one is your favorite? I have to replace my old Cabelas vest and looking for something a little different. Thanks

That would be the new nomad,killin' time vest I would say.It just fits nice and I like some of the extras they added.They all have pros and cons.

Quote from: Brian Stewart on May 18, 2021, 11:26:38 PM
Ever thought of using a satchel? I've used various turkey vest over the last 30 years had some I liked and some I disliked.  I hunted this year with a Glenda Greene Satchel and doughnut seat cushion she makes and to be honest never been more satisfied.  It was really hard for me to give up a vest I had over 11 sold 7 of them this year but might sell the rest now.   Plus it is USA made which is a big plus for .e and the craftsmanship is A+++   plenty of room for calls, snacks and raincoat.  It loaded down with calls and snacks weighs about the same a some of my empty vest.

Ive used different types of satchels over the last decade,I find them a hindrance and would rather not use them in the field.I would like to have her make me one for a place to store my items in my truck and at home.

I'd rather just carry as few items as possible in my pockets.

Quote from: The Heartbreak Kid....... on May 19, 2021, 07:09:59 AM

Quote from: lunghit on May 13, 2021, 03:01:24 PM
Heartbreak kid I see you tried many vests over the past few years and I am wondering which one is your favorite? I have to replace my old Cabelas vest and looking for something a little different. Thanks

That would be the new nomad,killin' time vest I would say.It just fits nice and I like some of the extras they added.They all have pros and cons.

I have the new Killing Time coming tomorrow! I will be using it next weekend here in NY. Good to know it passed your test lol.

The killin time vest is probably my favorite the way it is laid out, and all the bells and whistles, It is about perfect but I had nothing but issues with the inside pocket webbing ripping in different spots so I sent that back to amazon. I see they have the MG, and the Pursuit from Nomad for a good price on amazon. I have decided to go back to a vest for this coming year,full time, I went without one the last 3 weeks last season and used my chair, and my pockets for my stuff because I was babysitting a new turkey hunter. I am not going to be carrying anyone around this year as I found it was quite a chore and I didn't enjoy myself as I was constantly worrying about "his" hunt, and I want to enjoy the turkey woods in peace.

I plan on being more mobile this year than last and I have a few that I am looking to test,

-Nomad pursuit
-Will Primos Signature
-Rng 100

The Will primos is not cheap, $250.00 plus tax, but I can send it back if I don't like it. It is tempting but I think It's a little much as I don't plan on ever going back to carrying as much stuff. I am leaning more towards a vest like the pursuit. I am not sold on the Rng 100 as I hated testing out a bino harness while bowhunting, and all that is, is a glorified bino harness.

I am going to check these out a little more and order 1-2 later in the week.

I would try the Super elite 4.0 as I liked that vest but It was just warm when It got hot out, but the last 2 seasons it has been extremely cold until middle of May, It may be one I go back too.

No vest seat can or will replace the comfort of a turkey chair, It really is like sitting in a recliner, in the woods. I do love the chair and could see myself, keeping the chair and taking the cushion off a new vest.

Quote from: The Heartbreak Kid....... on January 16, 2022, 12:54:01 PM
No vest seat can or will replace the comfort of a turkey chair, It really is like sitting in a recliner, in the woods. I do love the chair and could see myself, keeping the chair and taking the cushion off a new vest.

That's exactly what I have been doing. Even removed the cushion on my new Killing Time vest last year and carried my Browning Strutter chair. I'm not getting any younger and if I want to sit still I need comfort. Harder to lug around but still better than a cushion. I'll have to keep an eye on those inside pockets.

The killin time vest is awesome,I cant say It is not well built as It may have been my clippers that poked through and ripped the mesh,however I have not had that issue on a vest before. I see the Mossy oak Long beard elite vest, the only place I can order it is through an online,3rd party and it is $156.00 then shipping and import fees,looks like price would be around $250.00, I like what I see in that vest but hard to determine,not a lot of reviews on it, or much to read about it. I do like those types of vests. I also can buy the MOSSY OAK OBSESSION TURKEY HUNTING VEST  for $107.00 to my door and It is a solid looking choice,looks like it would be cool in the heat.

I have to admit,I love having the side mesh pockets up on my chest,I keep my gloves and face mask,mouth calls and my locators in them. I love my LL bean because of those pockets.

Quote from: The Heartbreak Kid....... on January 16, 2022, 02:01:38 PM
The killin time vest is awesome,I cant say It is not well built as It may have been my clippers that poked through and ripped the mesh,however I have not had that issue on a vest before. I see the Mossy oak Long beard elite vest, the only place I can order it is through an online,3rd party and it is $156.00 then shipping and import fees,looks like price would be around $250.00, I like what I see in that vest but hard to determine,not a lot of reviews on it, or much to read about it. I do like those types of vests. I also can buy the MOSSY OAK OBSESSION TURKEY HUNTING VEST  for $107.00 to my door and It is a solid looking choice,looks like it would be cool in the heat.

I can see the clippers doing this but I only keep chalk, lens cleaners and that kind of stuff in those pockets. Now that you mention this I might make a little sheath for the point of my clippers to keep any issues from occurring.

Amazon delivered the RNG 100 today. Not sure I like how it Is made to ride on my stomach. As usual this thing is built for a pro wrestler with about 5 miles of straps. Buckles are light duty and will be lucky to last a season.

I ordered  the rng 100 other night and then canceled the order as I can't see me liking it, I have been looking at some ol tom vests the last few days, I have never tried one as I have never seen one in person or anywhere to buy one online until the other day. It wouldn't be cheap after shipping and import/taxes but I am thinking about buying it.

Quote from: Dazzler on January 19, 2022, 02:18:58 PM
Amazon delivered the RNG 100 today. Not sure I like how it Is made to ride on my stomach. As usual this thing is built for a pro wrestler with about 5 miles of straps. Buckles are light duty and will be lucky to last a season.

I have enough stomach in my stomach that I don't need more stacked on top of it.   :D 
That really is the reason I won't try one.

I purchased myself an Alps Diamondback about 15 minutes ago off ebay, I have never seen them anywhere for sale before. It shows there are 8 left. If anybody is looking for that vest. I can't seem to get link to copy and paste but If you type in "Alps Diamondback" they will come up.

Quote from: The Heartbreak Kid....... on January 23, 2022, 02:06:47 PM
I purchased myself an Alps Diamondback about 15 minutes ago off ebay, I have never seen them anywhere for sale before. It shows there are 8 left. If anybody is looking for that vest. I can't seem to get link to copy and paste but If you type in "Alps Diamondback" they will come up.

I ordered another one, If it's a good vest than I'll have a backup and if I don't like the fit, then I'll easily be able to sell these and re-coup my money for them up here.

I have read some reviews on the Alps Diamondback and it seems vest fits smaller guys,I am not a small we guy, I went ahead and ordered some 1" woodland heavy duty strap webbing and a 8 pack of buckles. I will just have the lady that sews my other vests add more webbing to these if they need it. I really like the look of this vest and It's worth the purchase.

I picked this up off ebay this morning, It's a Primos turkey lumbar pack and I also ordered a Super Elite 4.0 in bottomland that will be here later in week.

I was going through and organizing some hunting totes the other day and I came across this, I forgot all about buying this and using it. I believe I used it on about 4-5 hunts a dozen years or longer ago. How many of you used this, or even remember it?

Quote from: The Heartbreak Kid....... on January 25, 2022, 11:27:41 AM
I was going through and organizing some hunting totes the other day and I came across this, I forgot all about buying this and using it. I believe I used it on about 4-5 hunts a dozen years or longer ago. How many of you used this, or even remember it?

I believe that's the Freaky Seat.  It's a sling style carry?  I had one, I think I gave it away after not using it.

Yes, It's a murse and I can't remember the name of it, I can remember using it because It froze rain and was extremely windy on an all day hunt i was on when I first bought it and I was stuck carrying or lugging it around.I even googled and can't seem to find the name of it.


I think I am going to gift it to my good friends daughter,she is 8 and I believe I am going to end up giving her brother who's 10 one of the alps diamondback vests and the other one to my other buddy's young lad who is 11. Both buddies are brothers, so the kids are cousins and love hunting. I don't want to give one a gift and not the others, the one young lad is going to be one outstanding hunter, It's incredible to see him at his age in the woods.

We grew up together as our fathers have been best friends since they were in grade school and we started the same way 30 years ago. We just didn't have the equipment or clothing that is around today.

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Quote from: The Heartbreak Kid....... on January 25, 2022, 11:27:41 AM
I was going through and organizing some hunting totes the other day and I came across this, I forgot all about buying this and using it. I believe I used it on about 4-5 hunts a dozen years or longer ago. How many of you used this, or even remember it?

I believe that's the Freaky Seat.  It's a sling style carry?  I had one, I think I gave it away after not using it.

I believe you are right, it is called the Freaky seat. I found a few pictures of it from the google machine. I could not remember the name, I purchased it from the local shop a long time ago.

I went through some more totes last night and found these,ones a mossy oak strut zone,missing the bottom buckle and the other is a primos gobbler vest that is missing a zipper, I am going to get these fixed and have them ready, I may use the Mossy oak one a bit when it's warm out late season.

Quote from: The Heartbreak Kid....... on January 26, 2022, 12:09:33 PM
I went through some more totes last night and found these,ones a mossy oak strut zone,missing the bottom buckle and the other is a primos gobbler vest that is missing a zipper, I am going to get these fixed and have them ready, I may use the Mossy oak one a bit when it's warm out late season.

I knew I had the strap vest as well somewhere.

I had a delivery earlier, this Super Elite 4.0 seems to be a lot lighter of a material than I one I purchased and tried in 2018, I knew it was a little different from the pictures but it seems lighter, and It should be cooler on hotter days, and I also had the Beard buster ultimate call keeper arrive, I seen it in stock and I am going to test it out as I read you can attach it to your own belt, It seems well built and looks to be a nice little run & gun setup, or  use when I bowhunt.

I like that Beard Buster pouch.  I'm interested in what you think about it, looking forward to that review when you test it out.

Quote from: Tail Feathers on January 27, 2022, 08:50:38 PM
I like that Beard Buster pouch.  I'm interested in what you think about it, looking forward to that review when you test it out.

It seems to be well built,I am keeping it for sure as I will use it. It's just a matter of how much and for what. I will probably use it a lot in October, as our fall season for turkeys is a month long for bow hunting now and a 12 day shotgun season during the month. It will be perfect for that, for carrying my release,rangefinder,water(coffee)tag, etc.


I also have a Nomad mg and tidwe vest in realtree timber on the way to check out, I like tidewe vest I had one already, I wanted to try the Nomad mg for myself, It's the newer version in shadowleaf.

I am not sure I will be keeping the super elite 4.0, this one feels cheaper,It's different material from the one I bought in 2018 I believe. We will see,I have a month to decide and then 3 months yet until season actually opens. There are so many options, I hope there a few more released at the nwtf show as well.

I got the alps gs for this season, my old vest has had it. Haven't been anywhere but the yard with it and so far I'm liking it. I took the kickstand out because it's too heavy and it kinda limits you on turning around much. The seat is comfy as well as the padding in the back. I plan on modding the seat with elastic to mimic the speed seat by cablelas because I have seen reviews that the magnets aren't strong enough. It has all the pockets I need personally, two pot calls a hooter and mouth calls. The side water bottle pockets carry my two thermacells and I run a bladder in the back. I haven't chased any birds yet but the vest seems rugged enough to last quite a few years. Best of luck this year to you!

I found the badlands vest on amazon.ca again this year, this time it was $100 less and in bottomland camo, I have it on the way and it says Feb 2-4th for delivery, I want to test it with what I plan on carrying now and thats not nearly as much as before. The tidewe vest is out for delivery and will be arriving today, I still have no update on mg vest arrival.

Quote from: The Heartbreak Kid....... on January 30, 2022, 08:38:47 AM
I found the badlands vest on amazon.ca again this year, this time it was $100 less and in bottomland camo, I have it on the way and it says Feb 2-4th for delivery, I want to test it with what I plan on carrying now and thats not nearly as much as before. The tidewe vest is out for delivery and will be arriving today, I still have no update on mg vest arrival.

I bought the badlands vest in bottomland camo last year from a place in Canada. It was 229$ CA. I'm 6'2" tall and 205 pounds. I had it cinched all the way down and it still ran really big. Also it feels a lot like wearing a tuxedo vest and runs super short. I hated the thing and never wore it more than trying it on. The vest itself I thought was the best layout and seat ont hé market. I just couldn't get past the fit. I hope you have a better experience!.


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I owned it last spring,I paid almost $280 Canadian for it in approach camo,loaded it up way to full and sent it back. I am going to load it and test it with what I will use now and we will see. I paid $181.33 for this one, but I paid the extra 18 dollars for fast shipping. If I don't like the feel of it set up and adjusted,back it will go,  to amazon. Did you buy from bullseye north last spring?

I really liked the tidewe vest, but they were supposed to send me a bottomland one twice last spring and kept sending me the wrong camo,I used it for 2-3 days and liked it. I returned it because they basically lied and sent me the wrong finish and I liked the killin' time vest as well and decided to use it and then I started getting rips in inside pockets of it.

I was happy to see the tidewe in Realtree timber finish,not that I overly care and I know it means nothing I like wearing mix & match camo, and get tired of all the obsession finish items.

I just made a bet with a buddy that amazon sends the wrong finish again for the tidewe, my orders usually arrive in the morning. I will know soon enough.

I like the idea of the tidewe for a few reasons, It comfortable,lots of room and It's adaptable for any hunt, or trip you may need it for.

It's a better version of the grandslam, from my perspective having tried both out. It's just a fun experiment to try, test and see what you want and like, everybody is different and has their own likes and dislikes.

Somedays I want all my gear, other days I want just a mouthcall and a bottle of water,tags, and tp.

I don't believe there is a "perfect" vest and probably never will be, for everybody.

It's here, and they shipped the correct one. I almost forgot how comfy these fit, I would rate these in the top end of vests I have tried and used, I do wish It had a water bottle holder on the side but I'll just throw it in back pouch anyway.

Do you plan on purchasing the new ol tom vest?

I don't know, If I did I can't see it being until next winter, I have never even seen an ol tom vest in person yet. I'd like to try it in the future though.

 I have a question. If any one has used the Alps Long Spur: My question is do the chest pockets get in the way or change the ergonomics of carrying a slung gun over the shoulder? I shoulder a gun a lot, it appears those pockets could hamper the way a gun carries. Only carrying over one shoulder not across the chest

I am thinking this may be a good vest for me with the removal of the lumbar pack, not thinking I need that feature.

Quote from: The Heartbreak Kid....... on January 30, 2022, 08:58:44 AM
I owned it last spring,I paid almost $280 Canadian for it in approach camo,loaded it up way to full and sent it back. I am going to load it and test it with what I will use now and we will see. I paid $181.33 for this one, but I paid the extra 18 dollars for fast shipping. If I don't like the feel of it set up and adjusted,back it will go,  to amazon. Did you buy from bullseye north last spring?

I bought from whitetail crossing I think is what it was called


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Quote from: The Heartbreak Kid....... on January 30, 2022, 09:12:24 AM
I really liked the tidewe vest, but they were supposed to send me a bottomland one twice last spring and kept sending me the wrong camo,I used it for 2-3 days and liked it. I returned it because they basically lied and sent me the wrong finish and I liked the killin' time vest as well and decided to use it and then I started getting rips in inside pockets of it.

I was happy to see the tidewe in Realtree timber finish,not that I overly care and I know it means nothing I like wearing mix & match camo, and get tired of all the obsession finish items.

I just made a bet with a buddy that amazon sends the wrong finish again for the tidewe, my orders usually arrive in the morning. I will know soon enough.

I like the idea of the tidewe for a few reasons, It comfortable,lots of room and It's adaptable for any hunt, or trip you may need it for.

It's a better version of the grandslam, from my perspective having tried both out. It's just a fun experiment to try, test and see what you want and like, everybody is different and has their own likes and dislikes.

Somedays I want all my gear, other days I want just a mouthcall and a bottle of water,tags, and tp.

I don't believe there is a "perfect" vest and probably never will be, for everybody.

I agree 100%. Some days I want to carry 4 pot calls, 6 or 7 strikers, a box call, a long box, a trumpet, mouth calls and my tp, water, etc. Some days I just want a mouth call or two and my gun. I've tried nearly all of them such as yourself and I keep going back to my field line vest my dad bought me when I started hunting 20 years ago. I bought a Glenda green satchel last year and I really like it the couple of times I've carried it.


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Quote from: WV Flopper on January 30, 2022, 11:56:05 AM
I have a question. If any one has used the Alps Long Spur: My question is do the chest pockets get in the way or change the ergonomics of carrying a slung gun over the shoulder? I shoulder a gun a lot, it appears those pockets could hamper the way a gun carries. Only carrying over one shoulder not across the chest

I am thinking this may be a good vest for me with the removal of the lumbar pack, not thinking I need that feature.

I had the long spur, I actually still have it but I won't wear it. The pockets do get in the way and are super floppy. I didn't like it at all as a turkey vest but decided to try to wear it for deer hunting. I strapped a line wolf hand climber seat (5 pounds) to the lumbar pack and it ripped the zipper off walking in. From my experience it's poor quality and not a very good vest for turkey hunting


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Quote from: The Heartbreak Kid....... on January 30, 2022, 11:22:18 AM
It's here, and they shipped the correct one. I almost forgot how comfy these fit, I would rate these in the top end of vests I have tried and used, I do wish It had a water bottle holder on the side but I'll just throw it in back pouch anyway.

How's the sizing on the Tidwe?  Reviews I've read mentions it's rather large.


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It fits me fine and I am 6" and 230ish,maybe 235. I like the fit, lots of adjustment as well.

Buh Bye Patty....Joey Franchise is here!!!! Go Bengals!!!

Quote from: The Heartbreak Kid....... on January 30, 2022, 06:31:36 PM
It fits me fine and I am 6" and 230ish,maybe 235. I like the fit, lots of adjustment as well.

Buh Bye Patty....Joey Franchise is here!!!! Go Bengals!!!

Who dey?...Who dey?....

Another great coaching call by Andy Reid before the half...... :popcorn:

I received the badlands vest today, and I really am not sure why I dabbled with it again, Its not for me. I shipped it and the Super elite 4.0 back and I kept the tidewe vest, I am still waiting on some others and maybe I'll try a few more but I am really impressed with the tidewe as I was last spring. The one thing that is odd to me, is having as many shell holders as they do, on both sides of vest, other than that I find it very comfy and I like the fit and feel of the vest. I probably won't use the kickstand a lot but I like having the option if needed.

I never have cared if there was shell holders on any vest as I always carry them in my pants pocket if not in gun but I'd rather them be there than not I guess.

I received the alps diamondback vests today and the primos lumber pack, I don't believe the alps diamondback vests are made for men, they have to be kids vests as they are even smaller than I even imagined,oh well. I do like the lumber pack from primos and you can add pouches etc to the sides of them. I'll be using it for hunting,maybe turkey hunting, maybe not. I don't think I'll be giving the vests away as I was told the boys got some for Christmas. I am going to sell them locally.

If they built the alps diamondback in a size that would fit more than a 6-8 yr old they would sell lots, I would use one of them.