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CartWhy I Use TRACT – by Jeremy Evans, The Grizzly Dude
When it comes to gear, I’ve always been the kind of guy who values function over flash. If a product can’t hold up under real-world conditions, it doesn’t matter how slick the marketing is or how many big names endorse it. For me, every piece of equipment has to earn its spot in my pack through performance, not promises. That’s why I use TRACT—and here’s the story of how they won me over.
First Impression – Why I Use TRACT
A few years back, I stumbled upon TRACT at a sportsmen’s show in Canada. Their booth wasn’t anything over-the-top. No celebrity endorsements, and no gimmicks designed to grab attention. Just a simple black-and-gray setup with an understated direct to consumer approach. But the optics? They stood out!
Even in the dim lighting of the convention hall, before the main lights were switched on, I picked up their 15×56 binoculars. I wasn’t expecting much because, honestly, how good could they with virtually no light in the hall? But the moment I put them to my eyes, I was blown away. The clarity was unreal. Every detail popped, and the brightness was like nothing I had experienced before. Intrigued, I took them outside to see if they held up under natural light. Sure enough, the view was crystal clear, razor-sharp, and incredibly bright. I was impressed.
But there was one catch: the price. At around $1,700 CAD, I was skeptical. I thought, “There’s gotta be a trade-off somewhere. Maybe the durability will disappoint, or maybe the performance will drop off after prolonged use.” I wasn’t ready to commit just yet.
Time To Test – Why I Use TRACT
Fast forward to the next show, and as fate would have it, I ended up with a booth directly across from TRACT. Now, I’ll admit—I spent a lot of time “visiting” their booth. I had plenty of conversations with Jon, who was more than happy to answer my endless questions. After learning about their products and the company’s philosophy, I decided to start small. I picked up one of their entry-level 22 FIRE rimfire scopes to see if it lived up to all the reviews on their website.
Now, I don’t test gear the way most people do. I have to know that products I take into the field can survive the abuse of real-world hunting and outdoor adventures. So I subjected that scope to some serious punishment. First, I threw it across the yard—literally. Then I dropped it on the gravel driveway. Next, I dunked it in a five-gallon bucket of water, where it sat forgotten for weeks.
When I finally pulled it out, I expected it to be ruined, but to my surprise, it was still crystal clear. No fogging. No leaks. It performed perfectly. So, naturally, I took the test to the next level—I froze the scope solid in that same bucket of water. Weeks later, my wife asked why a random bucket was taking up valuable freezer space. I laughed and explained, “Oh, that’s just the scope I’m testing.”
After thawing it out, I mounted it back on my rifle. I sighted it in again, fully expecting the freezing process to have thrown off the settings. To my astonishment, it was still dead-on accurate. That scope had survived everything I threw at it, and it hadn’t missed a beat.
But I wasn’t done. I mounted the scope on my PCP .25 caliber air rifle and ran it through its paces. Over 300 rounds later—after constant recoil and vibration—it was still perfectly zeroed. I took it hunting, hauling it up and down rugged mountain terrain, where my gear often takes a beating. My pack hit rocks, my rifle got banged around, and yet that little scope never flinched.
Going All-In – Why I Use TRACT
That’s when I realized something: if TRACT’s most affordable, entry-level scope could endure that kind of abuse and still perform flawlessly, what could their top-of-the-line optics do? I decided to go all in and invest in their premium products.
I upgraded to the TORIC UHD 27-55×80 Spotting Scope
TORIC UHD 2.5-15×44 BDC Rifle Scope
TORIC UHD 15×56 SCHOTT HT Binoculars
“For me, every piece of equipment has to earn its spot in my pack through performance, not promises. That’s why I use TRACT.” – Jeremy Evans
Helps Me Accomplish My Goals – Why I Use TRACT
Let me tell you, the difference was night and day. The clarity, durability, and overall performance of these optics were on a whole other level. Whether I was glassing distant ridges during early morning hunts or tracking elk across snow-covered valleys, TRACT delivers the results needed to accomplish my goals.
Here’s the thing: I use TRACT because they’ve earned my trust. I’ve beaten the living hell out of their gear, and it has consistently proven itself worthy. They deliver quality, reliability, and performance that I can count on, no matter what challenges the mountains of Alberta & British Columbia throw my way.
That’s why I run TRACT.
Jeremy Evans
Speaker | Survivor | Storyteller
📍 The Grizzly Dude
🌐 www.GrizzlyDude.ca
📸 Instagram: @thegrizzlydude1
