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Thursday Jan 09, 2025

EP 215 – Late Season Gear Breakdown & Broadhead Testing Results

Thursday Jan 09, 2025

I was able to get in two late season hunts before the close of 2024 for mule deer and whitetails. In this podcast I go over the gear I took with me on those two hunts and share the results of testing the new Sevr 1.5 Ti Hybrid out in the field.

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Monday Dec 30, 2024

EP 214 – My New Favorite All-Mountain Hunting Boot: Scarpa Ribelle HD

Monday Dec 30, 2024

I am always on the lookout for better boots. For years I have been unable to find a replacement for my Schnees Beartooth’s as my go-to all-purpose mountain boot. Well, I think I finally found an upgrade. I have been running the Scarpa Ribelle HD all season and am very impressed with their performance in various hunting scenarios. I review all the features that impressed me about this boot and share who I think it might be a great fit for.

Chapters:

0:00 – Intro

1:15 – Testing Process

2:43 – My Previous Favorite

3:55 – Tech Specs

5:53 – Mindful Hunter Outfitting

8:02 – What I Love About These Boots

12:51 – Water Resistance

16:12 - Takeaways

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Thursday Dec 26, 2024

EP 213 – Chasing The Next Audacious Adventure with Connor Gabbott

Thursday Dec 26, 2024

I’ve been eager to have Connor on the podcast for some time now. Not only is he an incredibly talented photographer and videographer, but he also leads a fascinating life. His content stands out as some of the best in highlighting the reflective side of hunting and the importance of being fully present in the outdoors.

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Monday Dec 23, 2024

EP 212 - Aziak Frontcountry vs. Outdoorsmans Innegra – Catastrophic Failure & Field Test Results

Monday Dec 23, 2024

There has been significant innovation in tripod technology over the last few years and both Aziak and Outdoorsmans have updated their carbon fiber offerings. I have considerable experience testing gear from both companies and have always been impressed. Unfortunately, I had a catastrophic failure on this recent trip with one of these tripods. Watch the video for a detailed comparison of these tripods and hear the story of why I will never bring one of these tripods to the field again.

Chapters:

0:00 – Intro
0:21 – Technical Specs
2:17 – Filed Testing Protocol
2:52 – Mindful Hunter Outfitting
4:32 – Pros and Cons of The Aziak
9:50 – Pros and Cons of The Outdoorsmans
17:34 – Catastrophic Field Failure
22:22 – Standing Tripods In The Backcountry
23:42 – Follow-Up Review With RRS

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Friday Dec 20, 2024

EP 211 – The Art of Making Great Hunt Films With Luke Dusenbury

Friday Dec 20, 2024

After seeing the latest GoHunt original One Good Chance starring Trail Kreitzer I knew I had to have Luke on the podcast. We spent almost two hours nerding out on what goes into making gear hunt films.

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Monday Dec 16, 2024

EP 210 - Top Backcountry Food Hacks: Save Weight, Money, and Boost Calories

Monday Dec 16, 2024

Discover my top backcountry food hacks to prep your meals for the wilderness effectively. Learn how to save weight, cut costs, and increase the caloric density of your meals with these simple tricks. Get your free meal planning PDF and watch the detailed breakdown of each hack:

Backcountry Meal Planning Guide

0:00 – Intro
0:39 – Free Meal Planning PDF https://www.mindfulhunter.com/tools
1:14 – Field Strip Meals
3:20 – Avoid Overpriced Backcountry Foods
6:56 – DIY Breakfast Ideas
9:17 – Dual Dry Bag Food Storage Technique
12:43 – Don’t Cut Calories – Add Fats!

📦 In This Video:

Detailed field stripping instructions
Money saving ideas for the backcountry
Innovative food storage ideas
Tactics to increase the caloric density of your meals

👀 Who Should Watch:

Hikers
Hunters
Nature photographers
Outdoor enthusiasts
Mountaineers

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Watch now and elevate your backcountry meal game!

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#BackcountryFood #CampingHacks #OutdoorCooking #MealPrep #HikingTips #SaveMoney #BoostCalories

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Thursday Dec 12, 2024

EP 209 - Kowa TSN-55A Spotting Scope Review: Initial Impressions

Thursday Dec 12, 2024

In this video, I give you my initial impressions of the new Kowa TSN-55A Spotting Scope. Known for its compact size and superior optics, the Kowa TSN-55A promises exceptional performance for bird watchers, hunters, and nature enthusiasts. Join us as we explore its features, performance, and explore whether it lives up to the hype!

🔍 Chapters:

0:00 – The Problems with Reviews

4:49 – Initial Impressions Kowa TSN 55A

5:27 – Fluorite Crystal

7:01 – Trade-offs

7:34 – So What’s New?

9:10 – Price

9:33 – Specs

12:49 – Size & Shape

14:48 – Upcoming 3-way Battle

15:45 – Final Thoughts

📦 In This Video:

Detailed review of the Kowa TSN-55A Spotting Scope
Unboxing and initial thoughts
Pros and cons to help you decide if it's worth the investment
Comparison with other popular spotting scopes

👀 Who Should Watch:

Bird watchers
Hunters
Nature photographers
Outdoor enthusiasts
Anyone looking for a high-quality compact spotting scope

🌟 Key Features:

Compact and lightweight design
High-resolution optics
Durable and weather-resistant construction
Easy to carry and use in the field

📈 Benefits of Watching:

Get a thorough understanding of the Kowa TSN-55A Spotting Scope
Learn about its performance in real-world scenarios
Discover how it compares to other spotting scopes on the market
Make an informed decision before purchasing

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Monday Dec 09, 2024

EP 208 – Birthday Q&A With My Daughter Esme

Monday Dec 09, 2024

Last week was my daughter Esme’s 9^th birthday and one of the things she asked for was to come on my podcast. I put a Q&A post on my IG story to get some questions from my audience and was shocked at how great the response was. Not only did we get a ton of questions, but they were super high quality. So, I would like to officially introduce you to my daughter Esme. I hope you enjoy this conversation.

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Thursday Dec 05, 2024

EP 207 – Exclusive Product Announcement with Brad Brooks from Argali

Thursday Dec 05, 2024

I have had the opportunity to test a lot of Argali gear over the last few years, and I always love getting to sit down and chat with Brad. Not only is he a great product designer, but he’s an absolute stud in the woods. We dove into some of the lessons learned from our hunting trips this year, and then we got into one of the products I have been testing for them this season, and Brad shared an exclusive product announcement.

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