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Im just getting into hunting for the first time and was wondering what some good 'bang for your buck' gear would be? I find as with a lot of things that most gear is over priced to an extent and there is usually a particular item that those in the know would recommend as being just as good as the top of the line expensive stuff but not ridiculously priced. Like a pair of good boots that work just as well at $100 as those for $350. I need a jacket, pants, boots and rain gear ideally to start. Any advice would help.
 
depends what/where/when/how you want to hunt
chest waiters and a jacket may be all you need. Being that your from Toronto, I went to Gander Mtn in NY and got some pretty good deals, might be worth the trip if you find yourself with another reason to come down this way.
That said BP has a sale on now I believe. A friend made the trip the other day and said he got some pretty good prices on gear. Check em out online and go from there. There's also SAIL and LeBarons to consider
 
Just don't skimp on your base layer if you're going to be out in the cold! Merino wool is your friend, stay the #### away from cotton if you don't want to freeze to death. If you're on a tight budget, skip the camouflage, it costs extra and you CAN get your game without it.
 
`Tuff Duck brown coat (Costco $45), Green rubber insulated boots (Canadian Tire $39), Two pair of gloves (Costco), Two pair of Wool socks, jeans, long underwear/ insulated Bib Overalls (Marks), T- shirt, long sleeve shirt, perhaps a wool sweater if it's really cold. Legal hunting vest $2-$30 depending on what you want. Wool hat Orange, cap orange. Shooting glasses, disposable gloves.

It's worth buying two pair of boots.
 
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kennymo said:
Just don't skimp on your base layer if you're going to be out in the cold! Merino wool is your friend, stay the #### away from cotton if you don't want to freeze to death. If you're on a tight budget, skip the camouflage, it costs extra and you CAN get your game without it.
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This... Get a good base layer then buy a suit from walmart or tsc... As long as ypir base layer is warm you will be a - ok
 
thedecline said:
Im just getting into hunting for the first time and was wondering what some good 'bang for your buck' gear would be? I find as with a lot of things that most gear is over priced to an extent and there is usually a particular item that those in the know would recommend as being just as good as the top of the line expensive stuff but not ridiculously priced. Like a pair of good boots that work just as well at $100 as those for $350. I need a jacket, pants, boots and rain gear ideally to start. Any advice would help.
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There is bang for your buck, but a good pair of $100 boots will never be as good as a good pair of $350 boots. You get what you pay for. If you have good outdoor clothing use that. Camo can ge helpful in some situations, but people hunted for centuries without it.

As for boots I have so many pairs for different things. Just general work boots work for most hunting. Sorel's work great in the cold. Insulated rubber boots work in the mud, but suck to walk a long distance in. My main boots are $400 Zamberlans, but they are only worth it if you're chasing sheep in the mountains.
 
Rain gear, I still use the old rubber CF poncho, though I have the newer gortex version in the bag as well. You can also toss in your bag an orange tarp to cover your stand perhaps to keep nimrods from firing in your direction. Keeps the wind and rain off. Don't forget to bring water (at least 2 ltr.)
 
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Marine RAT boots or insulated

Surplus camo or hunting camo on sale

Wool long johns + fleece

Some decent socks

Good to go

Also see Camofire.com

+1 on sales coming soon online and at TSC
 
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You don't need anything fancy. Make sure you wear something orange if required ($10-$30 for a hat or vest)

- stay out of hunting stores
- buy layers and durable cloths
- avoid Cotten at all costs (inc denim) as it wicks up water
- Brush cloths with a light fast hand and see if it makes sound
- buy any good hiking boot
- get rain resistance if required
- fleece and wool are your friend
- Make sure you can sit in fall weather for hours in the cloths you buy

Personally I have
- MEC hiking boots
- whole plaid shirt
- Two different weights of long underwear ( one merino wool, one light synthetic)
- whole socks
- quite jacket that doesn't make rubbing noise
- fleece pants
- fleece toque
- Thermo lite gloves

- One complete set of expensive camo gear for hunting with father-in-law because it's mandatory :)
 
Walmart sells the Reminton 4 in 1 and 6 in 1 stuff at very reasonable prices. It's great camo and warm, even waterproof. For boots, I like knee high rubber/neoprene to help control scent. CT has Rocky 2000 gram boots on sale this week for $149, and the Itasca stuff is pretty good too.
 
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