TideWe VisTrilogy See-Through Hunting Blind Review
- Jared Sturtevant
- 5 days ago
- 4 min read
Tested and Reviewed by MudLakeRanch YouTube Channel
When it comes to hunting blinds, the market is flooded with options promising concealment, comfort, and versatility — but few live up to the hype when the rubber meets the road, or in this case, when the camo hits the brush. MudLakeRanch got our hands on the innovative TideWe VisTrilogy See-Through Hunting Blind, and after multiple hunts this season, we're ready to give you the full rundown.
Spoiler alert: this is a game-changer for group hunts.
TideWe Ground Blinds Learn more: https://alnk.to/cb4jwgd or on Amazon: https://amzn.to/43KrRMa *As an Amazon Associate and Brand Affiliate commision may be earned on purchases attributed to links on this channel.
First Impressions
Right out of the box, the TideWe VisTrilogy impressed us. The build quality is excellent — sturdy poles, rugged hub design, and plenty of reinforced stitching where it matters most.But what caught our attention immediately was the see-through mesh walls — full 270° visibility without sacrificing concealment. In the woods, the mesh blends well into the environment, letting hunters inside keep an eye on their surroundings without poking their heads out and blowing their cover.
And then there's the headline feature: You can zip two VisTrilogy blinds together.
It’s like Lego for serious hunters — and yes, it works as advertised.
Features Overview
See-Through 270° Mesh: Full panoramic view while staying concealed.
Zipper System: Zip two blinds together to create a mega-blind that can accommodate 4–6 hunters.
Standalone Functionality: Each blind works independently if needed for solo or small group hunts.
Silent Windows: Adjustable windows with silent-slide operation for stealthy shot setups.
Setup Time: Under 2 minutes solo once you’ve practiced.
Weight: Approximately 16–18 lbs per blind.
Dimensions (each blind): 65" x 65" footprint, 74" center height.
Portability: Comes with a carry bag and shoulder straps.
Field Performance
MudLakeRanch took the VisTrilogy into a variety of environments — New York hardword and pine stands, swampy lake front river bottoms, and open field turkey hunting. Here’s how it stacked up:
Setup
First solo setup took about 5 minutes; after two tries, we got it under 2 minutes flat.The hubs pop out easily, and the fabric tension feels tight and secure. Zipping two blinds together adds about another 3–5 minutes, but the connection is solid, with no weird gaps or drafty spaces.
Space
Using one VisTrilogy blind is roomy enough for 2 hunters plus gear.Zip two together, and you’ve got legit room for 4–6 hunters — plus tripods, camera gear, backpacks, heaters, etc.There’s a decent center height too, so taller folks won’t feel like hunchbacks.
Visibility
The 270° mesh is incredible. You don’t realize how much you miss little animal movements with standard blinds until you sit inside the VisTrilogy.At 20-30 yards, game can’t see you unless you move a lot or backlight yourself with a bright background.
Concealment
The outer camo pattern blends beautifully into hardwoods and grassy edges. We brushed ours in with some natural cover, and deer and turkey never knew we were there. Even during bright mid-day hunts, the see-through mesh didn’t give away our position.
Weather Resistance
The blind held up well to moderate rain and 15–20 mph winds. Staking it down properly with the included stakes and guy lines is a must, especially when running two blinds zipped together (it’s basically a bigger sail in the wind). Suprisingly it blocks a majority of wind and rain despite being a porous mesh material. It's almost unbelieable how much wind this thing blocks. Very impressive!
Portability
Each blind weighs under 20 lbs, and the shoulder bag makes it doable for one person to carry through a few hundred yards of woods. If you zip two together and pack them as one, it gets a bit cumbersome but manageable with two people.
Pros and Cons
Pros:
Incredible Visibility: See-through mesh gives total field awareness without spooking game. Use it as 2 smaller seperate blinds with or zip them together giving you another 2 panel blind option from the walls you remove.
Expandable Design: Zip two together to build a massive group blind.
Quick Setup: Fast hub-style deployment.
Silent Operation: Windows slide silently — no Velcro ripping sounds and the window height is optimal.
Strong Build: Durable materials and tight stitching at stress points.
Affordable: Great value compared to mega-blinds.
All Seasons: Works great for for Gun Hunts or Bow Hunts, and some campers have commented that they would utilize this for a shower/bathroom tent
Cons:
Weight When Doubled: Two zipped blinds plus gear can be heavy for long hauls.
Limited Rain Protection: It’s not fully waterproof; driving rain will eventually soak through.
Learning Curve for Zipping: First time zipping two blinds together took longer than expected in low light. It can be difficult to zip around corners but getting the zippers started was far easier than expected.
Bulk in Tight Brush: The double-blind setup can feel huge in dense woods — better suited for open fields or wide timber. It comes with stitched in loops to add natural brush for additional cover and to break oup the shilouette.
Final Verdict
MudLakeRanch Rating: 8/10 *with added value
The TideWe VisTrilogy brings a serious new option to the table for hunters who want more visibility, more flexibility, and the ability to hunt solo or as a full crew without buying a trailer load of gear. Our only complaints we experienced with this blind were how short it is compared to other TideWe blinds, the doors are a little small as result of the short stance and there was a noticeable lack of internal storage suck as hangers/hooks, pockets, etc to keep your gear close by. The modular design is brilliant, the see-through mesh is a game-changer, and the overall build quality puts this blind in the top tier for its price point.
If you’re a serious hunter — especially for deer, turkey, or even waterfowl field hunts — this blind needs to be on your radar. Whether you're filming hunts for YouTube or just looking to stack up meat with your buddies, the VisTrilogy has you covered.
And yes — we're bringing it back to the woods next season and beyond.
Get yours here:TideWe Ground Blinds Learn more: https://alnk.to/cb4jwgd or on Amazon: https://amzn.to/43KrRMa *As an Amazon Associate and Brand Affiliate commision may be earned on purchases attributed to links on this channel.
Article by Jared Sturtevant
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