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A deep dive into a mindful perspective on the discipline of hunting.
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Friday Jan 29, 2021
Friday Jan 29, 2021
In this episode, Jay dives into a boot review comparing the Schnee's Baertooh versus the Lathrop & Sons Mountain Hunter. Having logged well over 200 miles in each of these boots across several different mountain hunts Jay is able to dig into the details that separate these two footwear options.
In addition, this week Jay discusses how he has adapted his diet and training protocols now that the goat hunt is less than a month away. In this week's gear corner Jay gives his thoughts on an innovative new lav mic from Tentacle, the Track E.
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0:00 – Intro
1:08 – New training protocol for the goat hunt
3:21 – Supplements and diet update
10:46 – Diet and training recap
12:17 – Gear Corner: Tentacle Track E Lav Mic
18:51 – My history with boots
21:27 – Morton’s Neuroma
25:50 – Boot sizing
29:53 – Boots I’ve owned
30:48 – Why I prefer leather boots
33:31 – Boots 101
42:45 – After market insoles
44:31 – Waterproofing leather boots
45:35 – Lathrop & Sons Mountain Hunter
55:26 – Schnee’s Beartooth 0g’s
Friday Jan 22, 2021
Friday Jan 22, 2021
In this episode, Jay compares the Hilleberg Akto and Soulto tents. In less than 4 weeks Jay leaves on a solo backcountry hung and both these tents provide a different value proposition. While the akto is lighter the soulo has more headroom. After countless hours reading online reviews Jay decided the only sensible option was to buy both, set them up, and decide for himself.
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0:00 – Intro
6:29 – Thoughts after setting up both tents
10:29 – Inside the akto
15:37 – Inside the soulo
21:23 – Final decision
Thursday Jan 14, 2021
Thursday Jan 14, 2021
In this episode, Jay discusses how to successfully design and build your own custom arrows. He lists all the necessary tools and equipment and also lays out a clear design strategy followed up with simple construction instructions.
Jay also dives into his use of the peptide BPC-157 to try and solve a nagging pinched nerve issue and gives a brief update on his draw application strategy for AZ, WY, and MT
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0:00 – Intro
1:11 – Pinched nerve and the use of BPC-157
10:03 – Diet update and carb manipulation for mass gain
13:06 – New A-CPAP purchase
19:10 – Draw application updates for AZ, WY and MT
23:18 – Arrow building 101
24:15 – Best archery supply store
27:43 – Tools and equipment required
42:29 – Custom arrow design
49:08 – Building your arrow
58:28 – Q&A
Thursday Jan 07, 2021
Thursday Jan 07, 2021
In this episode, Jay spends the entire episode digging into audience questions. We’re going to make this a regular occurrence and likely every 8th episode will be Q&A. Feel free to email questions for future episodes anytime.
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0:00 – Intro
2:10 – Budget rain gear or premium jacket and save for pants
3:00 – How to wash technical gear
4:00 – Quietest rain gear
6:00 – Clothing layering strategy when wearing rain gear
9:21 – Most waterproof jacket
10:31 – Realistic poncho option – Hilleberg Bivanorak
12:41 – Tactics for different species
28:57 – Can Americans hunt DIY in Canada
30:35 – Arrow setup, spine, weight, components
41:31 – E-scouting
47:00 – Bodybuilding and hiking
50:04 – Choosing an elk hunting area in BC
54:10 – If you could only bring one lens for your camera what would it be
55:44 – Workout supplements
60:00 – Stalking tips
62:03 – Wall tents
63:24 – Meat care while solo hunting
68:44 – Premium unit mule deer hunting
Thursday Dec 31, 2020
Thursday Dec 31, 2020
EP 07 – The rain gear episode
In this episode, Jay does his best to present a technical dissection of rain gear. Instead of just making brand related recommendations, Jay tries to break down the actual elements of construction in various pieces with the goal of educating the audience so they are more capable of making appropriate gear selection decisions.
As usual, Jay digs into some training and diet tips and goes over his new purchase of a whoop and how he plans to use it on an upcoming hunt.
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0:00 – Intro
0:55 – Deloading and recovery
8:08 – Diet and new weight PR’s
13:05 – Gear update: Whoop
19:18 – Early sheep draw
20:20 – Thoughts on the Olympia
22:08 – Rain gear
24:44 – Limitations of rain gear
28:11 – Technical construction details
37:41 – Styles of garments currently available
43:14 – The three different rain situations
Thursday Dec 24, 2020
Thursday Dec 24, 2020
EP 06 – Gear breakdown: Solo backcountry goat hunt February 2021
In this episode, Jay gives a complete breakdown of all the gear he is taking with him on his late-season solo backcountry goat hunt in February 2021.
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0:00 – Intro
2:34 – Training mindset
8:12 – Diet over the holidays
9:53 – The Tim Tam (percussive massagers)
11:34 – Solo hunting mindset
20:48 – Gear list start
23:27 – Kifaru fulcrum with tactical frame
27:19 – Sleep system
36:14 – Clothing worn
42:00 – Clothing packed
46:05 – Snowshoes
47:00 – Crampons
47:50 – Booties
49:12 – Optics
52:56 – Weapon
56:00 – Camera gear
57:56 – Misc gear
61:01 – Cook kit
64:00 – Food
70:47 – Q&A
Thursday Dec 17, 2020
Thursday Dec 17, 2020
EP 05 – A deep dive into optics: Swarovski, Zeiss, Outdoorsmans
In this episode, Jay explores the complicated topic of optics. After giving a breakdown of what he has owned, sold, and continues to use. Jay then provides several recommendations for a variety of budgets.
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0:00 – Intro
3:17 – High volume for legs
9:06 – Why I need a coach
14:01 – MSR Reactor
18:41 – Optics
22:41 – What I have owned, sold, and still use
24:13 – Alaska Guide Creations bino harness
26:03 – Cost vs. Quality
27:54 – Edge to edge clarity
31:57 – Chromatic aberration
33:51 – Light transmission
36:50 – Tripods
38:11 - Outdoorsmans system
43:15 – Different recommendations for different budgets
55:24 – 42mm vs. 50mm objective
57:21 - Cost vs. Quality
58:09 – Do you need a spotting scope
59:18 – 65mm vs. 85mm spotting scope
59:47 – Rifle scope questions
62:03 – Key features to look for when buying optics
63:36 – Budget-friendly spotting scope
Friday Dec 11, 2020
Friday Dec 11, 2020
EP 04 – How to build points and hunt in the US for Canadians: Part 2
In this episode, Jay completes a multi-part series diving into the complexities of building points for big game hunting in the western United States.
Topics covered in this episode include the individual differences between the states as well as comprehensive overall application strategies.
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0:00 – Intro
1:30 – Why I no longer publish on the Beyond The Kill Podcast stream
5:49 – Spartan precision javelin pro hunt bipod
10:50 – The myth of the perfect piece of gear
12:26 – Buy super high quality gear
13:16 – How to build points and hung in the US for Canadians: part 2
16:00 – Premium units vs. shit units
18:12 – Wyoming
36:16 – Montana
44:45 – Utah
50:03 – Arizona
57:46 – Nevada
62:27 – Honourable mentions: Colorado, Idaho, Texas, Hawaii and New Mexico
67:03 – Overall application strategies
Monday Dec 07, 2020
Monday Dec 07, 2020
EP03 – How to build points and hunt in the US for Canadians: Part 1
In this episode, Jay begins a multi-part series diving into the complexities of building points for big game hunting in the western United States.
Topics covered in this episode include how to get your gun over the border, the differences between how each state handles bonus points, and an overall approach to developing a successful application strategy.
Next week, Jay will do a detailed breakdown state by state and species by species, highlighting recommended opportunities and application strategies that have been successful for him in the past.
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0:00 – Intro
2:30 – What to do when you bump a buck
4:44 – Bear hunting story
13:25 – Training around injuries
16:45 – Why bodybuilders eat the same foods every day
18:48 – Outdoor research crocodile gaiters
20:50 – How small is too small?
23:05 – What does trophy hunting mean to you?
26:08 – How to build points and hunt in the US for Canadians
28:02 – My experience hunting in the US
30:09 – The states where I build points
32:14 – Definition of a non-resident
33:42 – How to get your rifle into the states ATF 6NIA
39:26 – How to get your meat home
40:12 – Important info about skulls and antlers
42:09 – What about your bow?
42:20 – Why I fly after I cross the border
43:31 – gohunt and onx
45:40 – State details and overall plan
57:51 – Tag management consultants
Tuesday Dec 01, 2020
Tuesday Dec 01, 2020
In this episode, Jay does a deep dive into the training principles of progressive overload and time under tension and how these principles can be applied to make you a more effective hunter.
This week we feature a new section called the Gear Shootout Series. This series will pit two pieces of similar gear head to head in an in-depth field-tested review. Up first we compare the First Lite Obsidian pants against Sitka’s Apex pants.
Closing out, Jay gets into his hunt plans for 2021 and shares some tips on how you can get away for more hunts and spend more time in the outdoors pursuing your passion.
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