Follow these tips to become the ultimate predator and never have to eat tag soup again. 1. Wear your full camo "system" during local 3-D shoots. You didn't max out your credit card on Sitka apparel just to go to archery shoots and wear shorts and t-shirts, did you? I didn't think so. You're a … Continue reading 8 Tips for Becoming a Better Bowhunter
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Actually, We Don’t Have to Celebrate Every Hunting Method
Reaping may be legal where you hunt, but don't expect a pat on the back if you promote the act. Now that we're squarely in the middle of turkey season, that tired, old narrative about hunters being required to stay on the same sheet of music has resurfaced. And oh, how I hate it. HEY … Continue reading Actually, We Don’t Have to Celebrate Every Hunting Method
Crossbows, Four-Year-Old’s and Minding Your Own F**king Business
Some things are more important than your opinion. If you've followed along with this website for any length of time, you'll know I have a few opinions on R3, influencers, the effects of social media on hunting, crossbows, turkeys and any number of other topics. One thing I don't have a public opinion on, however, … Continue reading Crossbows, Four-Year-Old’s and Minding Your Own F**king Business
Looking Like You Hunt is More Important than Actually Hunting, Experts Say
Social media marketing places an emphasis on looking the part, reality be damned. Instagram users looking to make a quick buck need only to pretend they're hunting, marketing experts say. The multi-billion dollar industry is seeing a shift in how hunting brands create an "emotional connection" with their customers, and influencers are leading the charge. … Continue reading Looking Like You Hunt is More Important than Actually Hunting, Experts Say
Florida Man Shocked to Discover Wearing Hunting Pack to the Gym Does Nothing
The man claims altitude masks and hunting packs loaded with sandbags don't work as advertised. GAINESVILLE, Fla. – A Florida man is complaining about his recent elk hunting experience in the Rocky Mountains after reportedly spending north of $8,000 on hunting-specific workout programs, equipment and supplements, Instagram users say. Timmy Wuerffel, of nearby Newberry, Fla., … Continue reading Florida Man Shocked to Discover Wearing Hunting Pack to the Gym Does Nothing
Is it the Bow or is it You?
There's a time and place for tinkering, but equipment doesn't make the shooter. Archery seems pretty simple on the surface. Nock an arrow, pull back the string and let it go. As you start to peel back the layers, though, you begin to hear about tuning, spines, peep sizes, F.O.C. and any number of things … Continue reading Is it the Bow or is it You?
Why Your Bow Sucks: Prime Inline
Welcome to this week's installation of "Why Your Bow Sucks," an ongoing series of bow reviews. What Sucks From the company known for its unnecessarily complicated bow designs, G5 Prime now presents...drumroll...a normal(ish) option: the Inline series. It's about f**king time you weirdos. Unless you have a Jeffrey Dahmer poster hanging in your bedroom, you … Continue reading Why Your Bow Sucks: Prime Inline
How Far is too Far? What You Need to Know About Shooting at Distance
We've all seen influencers take long shots at the range (and even on animals), but here's what I think you should know about long-range shooting. Today's bows are faster and more accurate than they've ever been. Technology has had to keep up, and the advent of the dialable sight has made long-range shots seem possible … Continue reading How Far is too Far? What You Need to Know About Shooting at Distance
Why Your Bow Sucks: PSE x Nock On Levitate
Welcome to this week's installation of "Why Your Bow Sucks," an ongoing series of bow reviews. What Sucks Welcome, friends, to the brink of bankruptcy. With an MSRP of $1,899, not only will you have to take out a second mortgage to pay for this thing, but it'll also come with a divorce once she … Continue reading Why Your Bow Sucks: PSE x Nock On Levitate
Perfecting your System: the Case for Shooting Indoors this Winter
Let's go ahead and put the inflammatory statement on the table – target archery, whether it be indoor paper or outdoor 3-D, does not make you a good bowhunter. However, that doesn't mean you shouldn't shoot targets. Allow me to explain. I don't particularly care for indoor archery. Not only is it a sobering reminder … Continue reading Perfecting your System: the Case for Shooting Indoors this Winter
The Angry Bowhunter 