Product Reviews

  1. Alpha 10 Review: Is It Right For Me?

    Alpha 10 Review: Is It Right For Me?
    It may very well be. The Garmin Alpha 10 is a lightweight, handy device that can track your dogs (and you) at a glance without breaking the bank. Perfect for those who are just beginning with the sport, or a seasoned veteran, the Alpha 10 is an inexpensive, easy-to-use device to help get your feet wet without sacrificing quality, and...
  2. Merino Wool vs. Cotton: What’s the Big Deal?

    Merino Wool vs. Cotton: What’s the Big Deal?
    As Double U launches its new line of Merino wool products, many of our customers are going to wonder; What's so special about this particular sheep? This particular sheep. History of Merino Wool Merino wool is the Cadillac of fabrics when it comes to clothing designed for the outdoors, especially when contrasted with cotton. From a historical perspective, however, it...
  3. Which Maps are Right for Me?

    Dog tracking technology has progressed miles in just a few short years. Houndsmen raised with simple radio tracking antennas and jury-rigged shock systems are now using advanced software interfaces and satellite tracking, designed in Silicon Valley by people with degrees in subjects we can't even pronounce. But houndsmen are still always on the lookout for ways to enhance their experience...
  4. Double U Distance Tracking Test: SportDOG TEK 2.0 vs Alpha T5 & TT15

    Click here For our full TEK 2.0 Product Review Equipment: 1 Garmin® Alpha™ 100 1 Garmin® T5 Collar 1 Garmin® TT™15 Collar 2 SportDOG® Brand TEK 2.0 Handhelds 3 SportDOG® Brand TEK 2.0 TLV Collars   Frequencies: Alpha: MURS Frequency TEK 2.0: 915.4 Mhz measured on Spec-Analyzer (Which suggests that it uses the ISM Band) All units were completely stock only, including manufactured...
  5. SportDOG Brand TEK 2.0 Product Review

    We were anxious to receive and take a look at the SportDOG® Brand TEK 2.0. A few months ago we checked in with SportDOG trying to catch a glimpse or make sure they were on target to step up to the plate. Quite frankly, we were not impressed with the TEK 1.0. With all the marketing we were seeing, we...
  6. Big Changes for Garmin 2014 for the Alpha and Astro Lines

      Has Garmin come full circle with the introduction of the new TT 15 (track and train) GPS dog tracking collar?  Who can say for sure but with the release of the TT 15 we may need to re-coin the phrase “skies the limit”. The Garmin T5 and TT15 Collars will track on either handheld unit, but not both simultaneously. After...
  7. Buddy's Garmin Astro DC50 Product Review

     Garmin DC50 Product Review—July 2013 Buddy + on Garmin’s DC50 collar—the News from the Field is definitely positive! Garmin has just released the DC50 tracking and training collar, the latest in its line of DC collars, and my field tests show that it offers several impressive advantages over its predecessors, the DC30 and DC40 collars. Combined with the Astro 320...
  8. Garmin Delta Review

     Garmin Delta and Delta Sport Electronic Dog Training Systems Garmin has changed the game when it comes to training your hunting dogs in the field, or your beloved hounds at home. The company in January introduced its Delta Series of electronic dog training systems, including the entry-level Delta and the feature-packed Delta Sport. These transmitter/receiver systems can be used to...
  9. Garmin Alpha 100 Review

      Garmin Alpha 100 Review Garmin Alpha 100—the Pinnacle of Canine Tracking & Training Systems     If you’re ready to jump big-time into the world of dog tracking and training, or upgrade big-time from your current tracking and training system, Garmin’s Alpha 100/TT10 combo has set the bar for utility and performance in the field. It gives you the...

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