Caribou Gear Outdoor Equipment Company

Caribu Gear has been making hunting gear since 2008, but what sets them apart is simple: founder Ted Ramirez designs equipment for the hunts he actually runs. That means their gear works in conditions that matter—rain, bears, remote terrain, and the kind of hunting that requires you to pack everything on your back.

Their flagship products are patented game bags—the only patented game bags on the market. Beyond that, they stock:

• •Game bags - Magnum Pack Series and High Country Series for elk, moose, deer, and full carcass
• •Hunter's Tarp - 5-ounce ultralight shelter with silpolyU™ waterproof coating (perfect for Alaska's rain)
• •Koyukon Gear dry bags - Roll-top design that hangs food without straps catching on trees
• •Extreme Weather Binocular covers - Streamlined, waterproof, bulk-free for humid conditions
• •GPS/Phone holsters - Cordura construction for backcountry navigation
• •Alaskan Bullet Wallets - Carries 10 handgun rounds and 5 rifle rounds for quick access
• •Rifle covers - Protection for your primary in the field
• •Hunters Tarps in multiple sizes - 7'x8' Montana shelter ($169.99) and portable versions

Ted Ramirez won't let you leave home without certain gear. He's hunted in Alaska when it rained 18 out of 20 days. He's floated rivers, called moose in storms, and figured out what actually matters versus what just sounds good.

His must-have list for remote Alaska hunts includes fire starters that work when everything's wet (Coghlan's Fire Sticks), a Jetboil stove system paired with Mountain House or Peak Refuel meals, quality merino wool socks (Kenetrek brand), and long-blade knives for field dressing large game (Knives of Alaska Coho).

"Once you experience Alaska, you'll wish you had started sooner." — Ted Ramirez, Founder

While their blog and founder story focus heavily on Alaska DIY hunts, they stock gear that works anywhere—boots, camping equipment, apparel, and accessories. Free shipping on orders $150+ within the USA (excludes Alaska and Hawaii).

• •Patented innovation. Their game bags are the only patented ones in the industry. The design came from actually needing to hang meat in grizzly country.

• •Founded by an actual hunter. Ted Ramirez isn't selling what marketing says hunters need—he's selling what he uses. The blog is packed with detailed gear breakdowns, not generic sales copy.

• •Tested in conditions that matter. A gear review from Ted means it survived rain, weight, cold, and distance. No synthetic promises.

Full catalog at caribougear.com. They also list dealers and have an ambassador program if you want to stay connected with their community.