Best Tools for Hunting with your ATV or UTV

If you’ve been looking to step up your hunting game recently, we would recommend using an ATV or UTV. Not only do these powersports vehicles allow you to cover more ground at a faster pace, but they’re also capable of hauling and towing immense weight. This means that you’ll have an easy way to haul your catch home and you’ll still have plenty of space for all your supplies. There are even ATVs and UTVs made specifically for hunting and come with all the best hunting accessories. So whether you get a powersport vehicle made for hunting or you need to upgrade one you already own, you’ll want to make sure you have some essential tools.

Gun Case

When we say “gun case” what we mean is to have something that will hold your hunting medium. More often than not, that means finding somewhere to store your firearm, so a gun case or gun scabbard is an excellent tool for you. Not only will this free up your hands for when you’re moving around, but it will also give you a safe place to store your gun where you won’t knock it out of alignment should you hit a bump. This is especially important if you live in an area where there are rules for how you can carry a gun while it’s in motion. For example, here in Tennessee, you can transport a loaded firearm as long as it’s not in plain view. These rules change from state to state so make sure you’re familiar with all gun laws for the area you’ll be in.

But as we mentioned earlier, you should invest in a holder that will accommodate the weapon you’re using. This means, if you’re more of a bowhunter, then you’ll want something like the BowKaddy that’s built to accommodate crossbows.

Additional Storage Options

Additional storage is incredibly important, especially for those who prefer to be out for days at a time. Utility racks are great for transporting game, tools, weapons, and other supplies and you can find them in a variety of styles and functions, including collapsible rear racks and baskets to hard tonneau racks. There are also hard case ATV cargo boxes that are more water resistant for gear you want to stay dry and well protected. You can also get cargo bags for the front of your vehicle if you don’t mind a little less space and if you bring your dog along on your hunting trips, you can get a custom dog box for them to rest in while you’re in motion.

Camouflage

If you buy a hunting ATV or UTV, odds are it’s already painted with camouflage so it won’t stick out too much when you’re moving around. However, when it’s parked and you want to leave it for a little while, consider investing in a cover that’s also camouflaged. Not only will this keep your vehicle from startling away game, but it will also protect it from the elements so you don’t have to come back to a wet or dirty seat.

Winch

Finally, even if you have lots of ATV and UTV experience and don’t run into problems that often, odds are you’ll get stuck at some point. It happens to the best. Unless you’d like to hike back to civilization or wait for help to arrive, you’ll want to have a winch on you at all times. This will help get your vehicle out of a sticky situation. Plus, if you’re hunting bigger game, like deer or elk, a winch can help you load your larger catches without straining your back. It’s an all-around useful tool that we highly recommend having with you when you go out.

Here at Bellevue Suzuki Kawasaki, we know ATVs and UTVs can vastly improve your hunting experience and we want to make sure you have all the tools you’ll need to make the most of it. We’ve just scratched the surface by talking about the essentials, but there’s lots of equipment you can invest in or ways to upgrade your vehicle to fit your individual needs. If you need help with this, or if you’re still looking for the perfect hunting vehicle, stop by our location in Memphis, Tennessee, near Jackson, Bartlett, Collierville, and Germantown to browse our ATVs for sale or UTVs for sale. We also serve the areas of Southaven and Olive Branch, Mississippi.