How To Disappear Having only one camouflage pattern to rely on can spell trouble as deer season progresses. After all, the background's constantly changing! (August 2007) ... [+] Full Article
Mothwing
Steve Johnson, the founder and president of Mothwing Camo, said through years of hunting and being an avid outdoorsman, he encountered many different species of moths that were virtually invisible against tree bark, leaves, grass and such. Having been infatuated with moths and their natural camouflage defense, Johnson envisioned a new camouflage concept based on the same cryptic colors and camouflage patterns of mimicry that allowed the moth's true concealment in nature.
The newest pattern is the Fall Mimicry, inspired by the Lystrosis moth's ability to remarkably mimic tree bark and autumn leaves. Fall Mimicry was designed specifically for the fall archery season in the hardwoods and timber areas. It will mimic tree bark and fall leaves with just the right amount of autumn colorations to allow you to disappear into the fall environment.
Natural Gear
Natural Gear camouflage has a distinct vertical orientation, which helps the camo blend into the natural environment. With its soft, blurry edges that are hard to focus on, this camouflage confuses the identification process.
While the product line may expand, the pattern itself never changes. "Mother Nature's camouflage stays the same year after year," they say, "and so does Natural Gear."
Predator
Its newest pattern, Predator's Green Deception, emulates earth-tone colors and has a unique three-dimensional look that breaks up your silhouette.
The Deception pattern takes stealth one step further by making it hard to focus on your figure, therefore making it difficult to judge your exact distance. The Deception pattern works great anywhere, from the Northern woodlands to the Southern brush country.
Mad Dog
Mad Dog Gear provides the best of both worlds by incorporating Mossy Oak camouflage patterns with Polymeric Alloy 2000, a membrane that is waterproof, breathable and windproof.
Hot on its list of new items is the Silent Shadow Plus 7-In-1 Parka, which sports a hunter-orange vest that zips into the parka or can be worn alone. With over 450 square inches of orange, this parka features tough Ripstop Tricot outershell, the Polymeric Alloy 2000 membrane, attached hood, chest pockets and two-way lower cargo pockets. The Hi-Count fleece-lined jacket features adjustable rib-knit cuffs and stand-up collar with a mesh lining. The fleece jacket zips out to wear alone. It also has YKK zippers, articulated elbows and cargo/handwarmer pockets.
Bass Pro Shops
If you want to travel light yet have all the benefits of heavier rain gear, consider Bass Pro Shops' Redhead XPR Gore-Tex PacLite rain jacket and pants. It is some of the lightest, most packable rainwear ever.
The Gore-Tex PacLite membrane is laminated to lightweight nylon, producing garments that are extremely breathable, compressible and durably waterproof. It contains a black layer made of an "oil-fighting" polymer, plus an added level of carbon. This unique layer allows perspiration vapors to pass through, yet it keeps body oils, insect repellents and many other environmental contaminants from altering the membrane's waterproof properties. It is designed to pack down and fit just about anywhere. The pants have a snap closure and belt loops, two zippered front slash pockets, one large cargo pocket, 10-inch leg zippers with storm flaps and snap closures.