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EP 202 - How To Find the Perfect Pair of Hunting Boots

5 days ago

One of the most challenging things about finding the right boot is that reviews are almost no help whatsoever. Our feet are so personal that it seems you can find just as many people who love a specific boot as hate it. At the end of the day, the only true way to find a boot that works for you is to try it on. However, I think I can help narrow down the selection and find boots that will fit your needs more effectively.

0:00 – Intro

6:07 – Boot selection framework

6:25 – Stiffness

10:40 – Materials

13:22 – Insulation

16:07 – Fit

20:00 – Testing process

27:12 – Example recommendations

28:13 – Other good online retailers

29:58 – Q&A

36:59 – Wrap-up

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Thursday Nov 14, 2024

EP 201 – Pre-Rut Mule Deer Tactics and Amazon Gear Lists with Borderland Hunting

Thursday Nov 14, 2024

I met these two guys at last year’s WSSBC Expo here in BC and was immediately impressed with their enthusiasm and sincerity for hunting. They have had a stellar season this year and I had them on to talk about how they got into hunting and what they’re doing to stcak up so many wins.

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Thursday Nov 07, 2024

EP 200 – Winter Hunting Gear Deep Dive

Thursday Nov 07, 2024

This week’s episode is a Q&A focused on winter hunting gear. I answered questions such as how to thaw your boots, the best hot tent combo, down vs. synthetic sleep systems and much more

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Thursday Oct 24, 2024

EP - 199 Best Hunting Knife for Field Dressing: Frontiersmen Vulpes vs. Argali Sawtooth

Thursday Oct 24, 2024

Want a chance to win the Frontiersmen Vulpes field dressing knife? Follow the simple steps below to enter our exclusive giveaway!

After years of using disposable hunting knives, I switched to fixed blades, and ever since I’ve been on the hunt for the ultimate field dressing knife. In this video, I put two of the best knives to the test: the Frontiersmen Vulpes and the Argali Sawtooth. I’ll break down what I liked and didn’t like about each knife, and in the end, you’ll find out which one came out on top as my favorite for field dressing big game.

Knife Giveaway Instructions:

Each task earns you one entry!

YouTube:

1. Like this video
2. Comment below
3. Subscribe to my channel (if you haven’t already)

Instagram (Go to my latest post featuring these knives):

1. Follow @mindful_hunter
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4. Comment on the post
5. Tag friends for extra entries (1 entry per tag)
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📍 Chapters:

• 0:00 – Intro
• 0:25 – Testing Experience
• 1:19 – Mindful Hunter Outfitting
• 2:12 – Categories Reviewed
• 2:22 – Price
• 2:44 – Frontiersmen Knife Specs
• 3:15 – My Custom Frontiersmen
• 5:29 – Knife Giveaway Details
• 6:33 – Argali Knife Specs
• 7:15 – Manufacturing Origin
• 7:30 – Blade Material Comparison
• 11:41 – Blade Shape Differences
• 14:57 – Frontiersmen Handle Review
• 16:37 – Argali Handle Review
• 17:19 – Sheath Comparison
• 19:51 – Final Conclusion

🛠️ Links & Resources:

• Argali Outdoors
• Frontiersmen Gear

📧 Contact:
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Email: jay@mindfulhunter.com
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Thursday Oct 17, 2024

EP 198 - Prime RVX 34 – 10-Month Long-Term Review + Bow Giveaway (Win a Prime Bow!)

Thursday Oct 17, 2024

Want to WIN this bow? 🎯 Enter now by joining https://www.mindful-reviews.com/ before December 15, 2024, and you’ll be automatically entered into the giveaway to win the Prime RVX 34 Compound Bow!

In this video, I’m sharing my 10-month in-depth review of the Prime RVX 34 — a bow I’ve hunted with and tested on multiple trips, including a successful Vancouver Island black bear hunt 🏹. Unlike typical “first impression” bow shop reviews, I’ve spent months living with this bow in the field, putting it through real hunting conditions.

I’ll break down the Prime RVX 34’s performance across objective categories like speed, weight, grip, and build quality, as well as my subjective experience with tuning, hand feel, and overall stability. Whether you’re a seasoned archer or just starting out, I’ve made this review accessible to everyone.

📜 Time Stamps for Easy Navigation:

0:00 – Intro
0:56 – Mindful Hunter Outfitting
1:35 – Context for Review

Objective Categories
3:35 – Price
4:02 – Specs & Models Available
5:07 – Weight
5:32 – Speed
7:14 – Cams
8:28 – Riser
8:39 – Rest and Sight Mounts
9:32 – Quiver Mount
10:48 – Stabilizer
11:13 – Vibration Dampeners
11:22 – Strings
12:45 – Grip Material
13:34 – Build Quality
14:33 – Bow Giveaway

Subjective Categories
16:05 – My Setup
17:01 – Tunability
20:39 – Hand Feel
21:12 – Stability
21:40 – Noise
24:01 – Grip Ergonomics
25:38 – Accuracy
26:57 – X-Factor & Final Conclusions

Other great Prime RVX 34 Review
@podiumarcher3447 https://youtu.be/1nNkVZF1Bbo?si=v191I4tOeeNn6U_k

🎯 Prime RVX 34 Key Features:

• Core inline cam system
• Center grip riser
• Nano grip

Join me in this detailed breakdown of the Prime RVX 34, and don’t forget to enter the giveaway!

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Thursday Oct 10, 2024

EP 197 – Solocast Q&A

Thursday Oct 10, 2024

This week I sat down to record a solo Q&A episode. Touched on things like my biggest gear improvement this year, my hunt plans for next year and how the lessons learned this year changed my plans, and my thoughts on whether the hunting industry is over-saturated with influencers.

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Thursday Oct 03, 2024

EP 196 – 2024 Guiding Season Part 1: 6pt Bull Elk Down in BC

Thursday Oct 03, 2024

I am going to do my best to document this year’s guiding season through the podcast. First up is a combo moose/elk hunt at Primitive Outfitting. I go over the first hunt of the season in this episode. I had two great hunters who busted their ass and we were able to kill a great elk.

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Thursday Sep 26, 2024

EP 195 - Argali Absaroka Tipi Review | Field-Tested Shelter for Goat & Sheep Hunts

Thursday Sep 26, 2024

Argali Absaroka Tipi Review: Is it the Best Shelter for Mountain Hunts?

Looking for a spacious, lightweight, and durable shelter for your alpine adventures? In this in-depth field test, we put the Argali Absaroka tipi through its paces during a 12-day mountain goat hunt in Northern B.C. We explore whether this floorless tipi is the right choice for sheep and goat hunters who are used to freestanding shelters. Watch the full review to see how it holds up in harsh weather conditions, its weight, setup ease, stove compatibility, and more!

https://argalioutdoors.com/en-ca/products/absaroka-4p-tent

⏰ Chapters:

• 0:00 – Intro
• 1:35 – Freestanding Shelter Disclaimer
• 2:13 – Potato
• 2:35 – Price & Weight
• 4:11 – Additional Pole
• 5:05 – Materials
• 9:19 – Setup
• 10:39 – Weather Resistance & Durability
• 11:53 – Win a Prime RVX 34 Bow
• 13:08 – Space & Measurements
• 15:43 – Ventilation
• 17:22 – Stove Compatibility
• 18:17 – Mindful Hunter Outfitting
• 20:43 – Conclusion

🎯 Giveaway Alert!: Win a Prime RVX 34 Bow! Join Mindful Reviews for your chance to win: https://www.mindful-reviews.com/

Technical Material Articles
https://argalioutdoors.com/advice/tent-fabric-backpack-and-lightweight-tents
https://durstongear.com/pages/materials

@Argali https://youtu.be/2dYRtyPO7HE?si=WlVr2V398MZy3WL4
https://youtu.be/Z96lfV7aE8c?si=_3KKcx98wD7HQc7q

My Argali Owyhee Review
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=en1rrtTxG10

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Thursday Sep 19, 2024

EP 194 – Catastrophic Failure on My Wyoming Horseback Elk Hunt

Thursday Sep 19, 2024

This one is a hard one to record. Sometimes no matter how hard you work or how much you plan things just fall apart. I have always prided myself on being as authentic and transparent as possible and I will continue to shard my hard-earned lessons with anyone who wants to listen.

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