Gear Guide: New Hunting Packs & Clothing for 2014

If wind is a factor in your decision to stay in the woods or head back to camp, you'll want to check out the Matrix jacket and pant from ScentBlocker. Complete with WindBrake technology, you can now hunt comfortably in winds up to 50 miles per hour. Other wind-protection garments tend to be noisy, but the Matrix offers soft, warm, quiet micro fleece while the shell provides top-notch wind-blocking abilities. Add the company's trademark Trinity Technology scent control and you have a hunting outfit you'll never want to leave at home. MSRP: $199.99 each

Since joining the hunting industry, Under Armour has simply brought the heat — literally and figuratively. The company's products have legions of fans across the nation, and the Ayton Fleece jacket and pants combination that is new for 2014 is sure to bring even more people into the Under Armour fold. Also available in a bib, zip-up hoodie and vest, all are 100 percent Performance 400-weight Fleece. Stay dry with the Superior Moisture transport and warm with the high warmth-to-weight ratio, all while enjoying the comfort benefits that go along with polyester fleece. Available in Mossy Oak Treestand and Realtree Xtra. MSRP: $140 each (jacket and pants)

Scent-Lok, one of the industry leaders in scent-control clothing, has taken its most popular full-season system and made it even better. The Velocity jacket and pant combination still has the comfort, performance and versatility it always had, but now there is even more reason to celebrate. More fabric panels have been added for better fit and more mobility, as well as two new inside pockets for extra gear storage. Additionally, it will now showcase a textured fleece collar with a zipper beard protector and stretch-fit, scent-control cuffs instead of noisy Velcro. The suit remains protected by Scent-Lok's patented Carbon Alloy technology. MSRP: $149.99 each

Last year, Sitka Gear introduced the Early Season Whitetail Pant. As a complement to that, the Early Season Whitetail Jacket has now been produced and put on the market for the 2014 season. The fabric has been constructed to stretch for silently ambushing your target in the pre-rut when the temperatures are still high and the undergrowth is still thick. Sleeve cuffs are stretchable for custom fit, a four-pocket system is included and Optifade Forest is the camo pattern. The jacket weighs just 14.8 ounces and is available in sizes S-3XL. MSRP: $269

The popular Whitetail Extreme line of clothing from Cabela's has been improved this season with the reduced bulk of Advanced-Zone insulation. The garments feature Thinsulate Platinum insulation in your critical core areas, while Thinsulate Flex insulation is applied in key areas of movement. The series includes a parka, bibs and pants and can be purchased with or without ScentBlocker Trinity Technology for vastly improved odor adsorption. You have your choice of camouflage as well — Cabela's Zonz Woodlands, Realtree Xtra or Mossy Oak Break-Up Infinity. MSRP: $330 (parka), $300 (bibs), $240 (pants)

The 2200 was the first pack to bear the Badlands name 20 years ago. It has withstood the test of time and has been the company's bread-and-butter pack. And after listening to customers, it's back and better than ever. In addition to being a lighter carry, a third strap for added stability has been added as well as a new-and-improved meat shelf. The pockets have been reconfigured for easier loading and better organization. And improved waistbelt sizing will now accommodate a larger range of waist sizes. It's available in Realtree Xtra or Max-1 camo. MSRP: $269.95

LaCrosse adds to its now legendary line of hunting boots with the Quick Shot — a boot that will be ready to roll by the time this fall comes around. The Quick Shot features a tongue-to-toe lacing system for a completely secure fit along with a scent-free and waterproof Scent Dry Lining. Choose between a non-insulated style and one with 600 gram Thinsulate Ultra insulation to fit your hunting needs. The suede leather and 900-denier nylon upper is abrasion-resistant so your boots stay looking good for as long as possible. MSRP: $119.95

With the new RedHead Primal Pack, you no longer have to carry your weapon to your treestand, whether it be a compound bow, crossbow, recurve, shotgun or rifle. Other key features include a large main compartment that allows you to stow your favorite hunting accessories or maybe even a snack or two. It's hydration reservoir compatible and has a padded waistbelt, carrying handle, lightweight Cross Breeze frame, removeable binocular straps and two front accessory pockets. The Primal weighs 4 pounds. MSRP: $89.99

Bushnell Footwear is sharpening its focus on bowhunters with the new Excursion hunting boot, arriving in time for the 2014 season. Features include 400 gram Thinsulate Ultra insulation, hydro guard with a breathe-right membrane and a scent mask anti-microbial lining. Waterproof suede leather is used in combination with Realtree DWR 900-denier polyester for a sharp, durable look. An anti-slip rubber soleplate and a molded, EVA removable insole with a heat zone rounds out the package. MSRP: $129

ALPS OutdoorZ has a history of just making things easier for the bowhunter. It continues that tradition in 2014 with the Quickdraw pack — a single sling/strap design that allows for free range of motion while shooting. The design also allows for swing-around access to all of the compartments. A padded shoulder strap can be switched to either side of the waistbelt to accommodate lefties and righties. An easy-access quiver holder is present on the right side of the waistbelt, while a rangefinder or GPS pocket is on the left. A dropdown weapon pocket secures your bow on your back. The Quickdraw weighs 2 pounds, 5 ounces and has a capacity of 1,225 cubic inches. MSRP: $79.99

You still need high performance out of your hunting gloves even when it's not cold outside. With that in mind, Huntworth presents the Arsenal gloves for those warm fall afternoons. Part of the company's Sensor Series glove lineup, the Arsenal is constructed with a Bird's Eye mesh on the back of the hand and a durable, triple-layer palm. Lightweight, rugged, breathable and water resistant are the characteristics of the product that bowhunters are sure to enjoy in the field. And fear not — the seamless, wrap-around fingertip offers a sensitive feel when handling your release. Touch tips also ensure you won't have to remove your gloves to work your cell phones! MSRP: $24.99

The popular Pronghorn hunting boot from Danner has received a facelift and will launch in time for the fall hunting season in 2014. The new Pronghorn has reduced bulk and is 10 percent lighter than previous styles. It also features a more refined design. Features begin with a durable, waterproof, full-grain Camo Hide leather upper with rugged and lightweight 1,000-denier nylon. Consumers will have their choice of varying levels of Thinsulate Ultra insulation. The breathable Gore-Tex lining is waterproof and the boot will be equipped with a versatile outsole for use in rugged terrain. Both men's and women's styles are available in a wide range of sizes. MSRP: $179.95

Fieldline has expanded its line of packs for 2014 with a new model designed specifically with the huntress in mind. The Women's Treeline Day Pack provides plenty of organized space for all the gear that is needed through the course of a day afield. An extra-large main compartment with a three-quarter zipper is complemented perfectly with a smaller compartment and a front pocket for smaller items. Simply put, there is a place for everything. Available in Mossy Oak Break-Up Infinity and Realtree Xtra, there will be no mistaking whom this pack belongs to thanks to pink accents sprinkled throughout the exterior. MSRP: $42

Do you live for bowhunting? Do the locals consider you one of a kind? Heck, maybe you're just the most passionate outdoorsman in your family. Well, Buck Wear has introduced its newest design that has all of the above written all over it. 'The Legend Continues ' is the theme behind the latest and greatest T-shirt, and it features a bowhunter walking through the field with a monster European skull taking center stage. Shirts are 100 percent pre-shrunk cotton and available in a wide range of adult sizes. MSRP: $16.99

Day One Camouflage is out in full force with its own WINDOWcamo pattern. Staying undetected is one of the biggest challenges bowhunters face. What makes this pattern so effective is that it uses an open design with sharp, contrasting edges and thinning branches. That being said, an approaching deer can peer right through the design without seeing anything to fear. Sounds too good to be true, doesn't it? Go ahead and see for yourself. Available in fleece and bucksuede, and be sure to check out Scent-Lok apparel featuring the pattern. MSRP: Not applicable

When you don't need the extra weight on your back — such as when you're in search of a late-season buck — why put it there to begin with? Timber Hawk agrees, and that's why the company has produced a moderately sized pack called the Rut Buster. At 1,700 cubic inches of storage, you'll still have more than enough to carry extra clothing, rain gear, optics, etc. A hydration reservoir is included, as well as two main compartments and a removeable camo pouch that fits on your shoulder strap for your phone or a GPS unit. Also included is the Hawkeye Bino System so you can keep your optics on you at all times and stabilize them when not in use. MSRP: $105