Optics

Binoculars, a monocular, and a rangefinder. 3 items, each with three price levels.

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Compact binoculars

See who and what is coming before they arrive.

Role add-on: Scout (Navigation & Security)

ShoestringOzark Trail 10x25 pocket binoculars~$13.84 · Walmart

Trail-TestedBushnell PowerView 10x25 compact binoculars~$29.07 · Amazon

Top ShelfNikon PROSTAFF P3 8x42~$156.95 · Amazon

Laser rangefinder (golf/hunting style)

Judges distances for routes and landmarks.

Role add-on: Scout (Navigation & Security)

ShoestringREVASRI 1000 yd hunting laser rangefinder~$44.99 · Walmart

Trail-TestedGogogo Sport Vpro GS24 laser rangefinder, 1200 yd~$63.99 · Amazon

Top ShelfBushnell BoneCollector 850 laser rangefinder~$169.95 · Amazon

Monocular

A one-eye scope for reading signs and landmarks. 8x25 means 8 times closer with a 25 mm front lens. Scout carries the binoculars.

Role add-on: Lookout (Comms)

ShoestringCelestron UpClose G2 10x25 monocular~$21.95 · Amazon10x magnification, 25 mm front lens.

Trail-TestedVortex Solo 8x25 monocular~$69.00 · Amazon8x magnification, 25 mm front lens.

Top ShelfBushnell Legend 10x42 Ultra HD monocular~$169.00 · Amazon10x magnification, 42 mm front lens.

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