2025’s best new early-season hunting apparel for mild fall days afield

SHIELD RELIANT PANT (US$79.99)

Key features: Lightweight, durable, cooling poly-spandex with four-way stretch; anti-odour protection; six pockets; articulated knees; comes in solid flint or three camo patterns.

The promise: “Tailored for early- to mid-season hunts.”

Learn more: Blocker Outdoors, www.blockeroutdoors.com