When Randy Newberg heads into elk country, he understands the importance of seeing elk before they see him. A longtime public–lands hunter, conservation advocate and familiar face to RMEF members, Newberg has spent decades pursuing elk across the West—and he continues to trust his favorite Leupold Optics every time he heads out on an elk hunt.
For Randy, quality glass isn’t a luxury, it’s a necessity. A good optics setup helps a hunter efficiently pick apart basins, timber edges and distant slopes without burning unnecessary miles.
“Elk hunting doesn’t reward uncertainty. When I’ve worked hard for that rare opportunity, I need confidence that my gear will perform under all conditions. Leupold’s relentless pursuit of quality gives me the confidence and performance I need.” – Randy Newberg
Here are some of Randy’s most trusted and recommended optics in his elk hunting
loadout:
BX–6 RANGE HD 10X42MM – An all–in–one rangefinding binocular that fuses world–class optical clarity with advanced real–time ballistics and precision GPS pinning.
VX–5HD GEN 2 3–15×50 CDS–SZL2 ILLUM. FIREDOT DUPLEX – If you’re looking for a single scope to handle it all, the VX–5HD Gen 2 3–15x50mm is it. With a versatile magnification range, it’s built for thick cover, long shots and everything in between.
BACKCOUNTRY MOUNTS – Every model in the BackCountry series is constructed with 7075–T6 aluminum, making them some of Leupold’s lightest and most rugged mounts yet.
SX–5 SANTIAM HD 27–55X80MM – The SX–5 Santiam HD 27–55×80 is designed with rugged performance in mind. Whether you need all–day performance in the backcountry or a bright, clear image at the range, this spotting scope will deliver at the highest level and in the toughest conditions.
PRO GUIDE CF–436 TRIPOD KIT – Leupold’s Pro Guide Carbon Fiber Tripod delivers the versatility and performance that elite hunters and shooters demand in the field. Its rugged, lightweight design is compact enough to easily carry season after season, yet with a maximum height of 67 inches, it’s tall enough to accommodate almost any hunter or shooter.
DESOTO PERFORMANCE EYEWEAR – The DeSoto is inspired by trailbreakers who push boundaries and redraw maps. Its shatterproof lenses with In–Fused polarization offer unbeatable protection against harsh glare and impacts, while its No–Slip bridge ensures a comfortable fit.
Why Leupold?
Randy’s trust in Leupold fits naturally with his approach to elk hunting: use dependable equipment, understand how it works and spend your energy hunting rather than worrying about your gear. Leupold has also been a longtime RMEF partner. The company is RMEF’s official optics partner and has a relationship dating back to the 1986 founding of the organization.
For Newberg, the right optics don’t replace good hunting skills. They complement them. Learn the country, understand elk, glass methodically and know your equipment—and you’ll be better prepared when that distant patch of timber finally reveals the bull you’ve been looking for.