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Dew Point vs Dew Point Pro Jacket: What's the Difference?
July 23, 2025
You Asked, Sitka Listened.The new Dew Point Pro Jacket is Sitka’s most rugged rain shell yet—designed for hunters who demand more from their gear. With a 75D ripstop face fabric, upgraded GORE-TEX protection, and field-ready features like pit zips and pack-accessible pockets, it’s built to handle brutal terrain and unpredictable weather. Whether you're sidehilling in the Rockies or pushing through thick timber, the Dew Point Pro delivers confidence, comfort, and durability season after season. Now available at 1 Shot Gear. Read More
1SG '25 Customer Appreciation Day
July 21, 2025
Join us for 1 Shot Gear’s Annual Customer Appreciation Day on Saturday, August 2nd!From 11 AM to 3 PM, swing by our Golden, CO storefront for elk burgers, exclusive deals, gear demos, and meet-and-greets with top brands like Sitka, Stone Glacier, Leica, Crispi, and more.This free, public event is our way of saying thank you—come hang out, talk gear, and enjoy the day with fellow hunters and outdoor enthusiasts. Read More
First Lite - 1 Shot Gear
July 7, 2025
We’re excited to host a special First Lite Meet & Greet featuring Ryan “Cal” Callaghan, the Director of Conservation at MeatEater. Join us at 1 Shot Gear’s showroom in Golden, CO to connect with fellow hunters, try on First Lite’s high-performance layering systems, and enjoy free beer and refreshments while you’re at it. Read More
An Outfitter’s Spring Bear Pack Dump - 1 Shot Gear
May 2, 2025
Born and raised in Sitka, Alaska, Katrese grew up in the deep rhythms of tide, timber, and tradition. She’s a commercial fisherman, a dental hygienist, and the co-owner of Baranof Backcountry Outfitters, a coastal Alaskan guiding operation she runs with her partner, Bae.  Read More
Shed Hunting Pack Dump with Steven Drake - 1 Shot Gear
April 28, 2025
When you're covering serious miles in search of sheds, the right gear makes all the difference. Photographer, hunter, and full-time outdoor storyteller Steven Drake knows this better than anyone. Spending over 200 days a year in the field — often living out of a pop-up camper with his wife, Keren — Steven’s approach to shed hunting is a mix of rugged authenticity, smart preparation, and unwavering grit. Read More
Sitka Ventlite GTX
April 9, 2025
When it comes to footwear, most boots are built for one job. Sitka’s Ventlite GTX boots are built for more. Designed as a lightweight, breathable, and fully waterproof knee-high solution, they challenge what a rubber-style boot can be in the field. But theory is one thing. Real-world use is another. Read More