Gear HOW TO: Hunting from a Layout Blind Candice Horner November 4, 2017 Join the Conversation At RECOIL, we review every product fairly and without bias. Making a purchase through one of our links may earn us a small commission, and helps support independent gun reviews. Learn More Find out more about how we test products. Every game has shortcuts for efficiency- hunting is no different. Not being experts in hunting fowl, we gained insight from someone who is. Neal Hunt, President and CEO of Soar No More Decoys, walks us through how he sets up in a layout blind. We hunted pigeons using the Final Approach layout blind that Neal is using. The layout blind was more comfortable than expected. The backrest is effortless to adjust and supportive; you don't feel like you're laying on the ground. And, the flexible netting that covers your face is easy to see through, but rigid enough to not distract from spotting birds. In this blind I have: a shotgun, about 200 rounds of ammo, a bottle of water, gummy snakes, one camera body, two lenses, a GoPro Hero5 attached to a bump helmet, and a mid-sized Coach purse. This blind has enough room- to say the least. While inside the blind, you can move internal pouches which are attached with velcro. This is beneficial for shooters who may be lefties and are forced to live in a right-handed world. No matter which hand you prefer to reload your shotgun with, the blind does not discriminate. This layout blind is lightweight and easy to load into the truck or carry to different locations. PRODUCT INFORMATION: Name: The Original X-Land'r Layout Blind Made by: Final Approach MSRP: $279.95 – $307.95 Features and Benefits: Lifetime Warranty, zippered storage under the backrest for carrying gear, backpack straps, and low profile thanks to a minimum frame Size: 26 inches wide, 90 inches long, and 14 inches high Weight: 12 lbs. Why you can trust RECOIL Since our founding in 2012, RECOIL remains the premier firearms lifestyle publication for the modern shooting enthusiast. We deliver cutting-edge coverage of guns, gear, accessories and technology. We go beyond basic reviews, providing no B.S. buyer’s guides, hands-on testing and expert analysis on everything from firearms and survival equipment to watches and vehicles. Our reviewers are the backbone of our operation and come from diverse shooting backgrounds: Former law enforcement, military veterans, competitive shooters, seasoned hunters and plain old firearms enthusiasts. Furthermore, we’re not just gun experts, but dedicated journalists who adhere to the strictest standards of our profession. At RECOIL, editorial independence is the foundation of everything we publish and the cornerstone of reader trust. Our editors, writers and content creators make all editorial decisions independently, free from outside influence. That boils down to: advertisers don’t dictate our coverage, the outcomes of our reviews or what we recommend in our buyer’s guides. First and always, our commitment is to our audience—ensuring every review and article is accurate, unbiased, and driven by real-world experience. Whether you’re selecting your next firearm, upgrading your gear, or exploring the latest innovations in the shooting world, RECOIL provides the trusted insights you need to make informed decisions. Learn more about our Editorial Standards and how we review products. NEXT STEP: Download Your Free Target Pack from RECOILFor years, RECOIL magazine has treated its readers to a full-size (sometimes full color!) shooting target tucked into each big issue. Now we've compiled over 50 of our most popular targets into this one digital PDF download. From handgun drills to AR-15 practice, these 50+ targets have you covered. Print off as many as you like (ammo not included). Get your pack of 50 Print-at-Home targets when you subscribe to the RECOIL email newsletter. We'll send you weekly updates on guns, gear, industry news, and special offers from leading manufacturers - your guide to the firearms lifestyle.You want this. Trust Us.
