New Guns and Gear for 2025: Decoys
Built to deceive and designed to last, this year’s decoys deliver across species and setups
July 01, 2025 •
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Woody Woodliff
1. Hardcore Rugged Series Magnum Mallards
These oversized mallard decoys are sure to turn heads. Measuring 18 inches long by 9 inches wide, they boast vibrant paint schemes and fine feather detail. They are sold in six-packs with four drakes and two hens. hardcorewaterfowl.com
2. Rig ’Em Right Mainline Blue-Winged Teal
Rig ’Em Right has expanded its decoy line with the addition of several new species, including blue-winged teal. Constructed of EVA plastic and designed with a weight-forward keel with four anchor points, these newcomers are sure to enhance the look of your spread. They’re sold in 12-packs with two head styles. rigemright.com
3. Bass Pro Shops Northern Flight Oversized Mallards
Manufactured with a flexible EVA plastic blend, Northern Flight’s Oversized Mallards will grab your attention—even from a distance. Both drakes and hens have vibrant paint schemes for high visibility, and they come with weighted, self-righting keels with multiple attachments for different rigging options. They’re sold in six-packs, including four drakes and two hens. basspro.com
4. Rig ’Em Right Mainline American Wigeon
Another new offering from Rig ‘Em Right, these American wigeon decoys will stand out in a crowd. They feature the same design innovations, paint, and construction as other decoys in the Mainline series and are also sold in 12-packs. rigemright.com
5. Higdon Legacy Mag Mallards
The culmination of more than 30 years of innovation and improvement, Higdon’s all-new Legacy Mag Mallard decoys are built with a new mold created by a world-champion decoy carver. These durable foam-filled decoys come with easy-to-rig keels and a proprietary UV paint process. They are sold in six-packs with painted or flocked heads. higdonoutdoors.com
6. Hardcore Rugged Series Magnum Black Ducks
These oversized American black duck decoys will add contrast to any spread. Crafted with Hardcore’s FowlFlex technology, they are durable and lifelike. Other features include Hardcore’s WhaleTail Keel, true-to-life paint scheme, and realistic feather detail. Sold as a six- pack with four drakes and two hens. hardcorewaterfowl.com
7. Bass Pro Shops Northern Flight Oversized Ringnecks
These oversized ringneck decoys will add some pop to your diver spread. Their bright paint schemes show up well from a distance, and their sturdy, weighted keels provide good movement and balance on the water. They’re sold in six-packs with four drakes and two hens. basspro.com
8. Dive Bomb F1 Wood Ducks
Dive Bomb has added wood duck decoys to its popular F1 lineup. Bright color schemes create a realistic vibe, and the self-righting keels offer a stable ride in wind or current. They’re sold in six-packs with four upright drakes and two active hens. divebombindustries.com
9. Higdon Alpha Half Shell Sleeper Canada Geese
Designed with realism, durability, and convenience in mind, Higdon’s Alpha Half Shell Sleeper Canada goose decoys will take your field spread to the next level. The stackable design and one-piece construction make setting up a breeze, while the flocked heads provide a high degree of realism. higdonoutdoors.com
10. Dive Bomb S3i Snow Goose Socks
Constructed of high-grade GSM corrugated plastic, Dive Bomb’s S3i Snow Goose Socks boast true-to-life images printed on each side for maximum effectiveness in the field. The snap-lock stake and backbone system allow for hassle-free setup and bulletproof performance, and all decoys come completely assembled and ready to use out of the box. divebombindustries.com
