Leupold Core Insider

Leupold Core Insider episodes:

• 05.24.2022

  Ep. 96: The New RX-FullDraw 5 Archery Rangefinder

  The new RX-FullDraw 5 is the most ballistically advanced archery rangefinder ever built. It builds upon the success of the RX-FullDraw 4 by accepting an even broader range of velocity inputs, features a new 20-yard flightpath technology mode, and even has...

  
• 02.08.2022

  Ep. 95: Keep Hammering w/ Cameron Hanes & Rihana Cary

  Cameron Hanes is a master bowhunter and athlete. He trains year-round, pushing his body to the extremes and beyond. Rihana Cary is equally hardcore. She inspires future generations as part of an emerging group of elite women hunters.   Leupold...

  
• 10.07.2021

  Ep. 94: Anyone's Hunt: Colorado Rifle Elk

  “Anyone’s Hunt” shares lesser-known, over-the-counter hunting opportunities available to the DIY hunter. In the most recent installment of the series, Steven Drake and friends head west to Colorado for an over-the-counter rifle elk hunt. Leupold's Scott Rousseau and Jennifer Meeker...

  
• 08.31.2021

  Ep. 93: The Future of Elk with RMEF

  Founded in 1984, the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation's (RMEF) primary mission is to ensure the future of elk, other wildlife, their habitat, and our hunting heritage. Leupold's Shawn Skipper sits down with RMEF's Steve Decker and Riza Lesser to discuss...

  
• 07.12.2021

  Ep. 92: Fred Eichler - Full Draw Outfitters

  Fred Eichler is a family man, relentless hunter, and owner of Fulldraw Outfitters. He has successfully harvested numerous trophies with his bow and completed the 'Super Slam' taking all 29 North American Species with his recurve. Leupold CEO Bruce Pettet...

  
• 06.24.2021

  Ep. 91: Spring Whitetail Prep & Turkey Tips w/ Drury Outdoors

  From scouting and prepping land to shooting your bow, there are some very important whitetail hunting activities that you need to accomplish in the Spring.  Leupold President and CEO Bruce Pettet sits down with Mark Drury of Drury Outdoors to...

  
• 05.26.2021

  Ep. 90: Randy Newberg's Tips For New Hunters

  If you aren’t a hunter, and none of your family has encouraged you into it, you might wonder how to get into hunting. Where do you start? What skills do you need? Leupold CEO Bruce Pettet sits down with Randy...

  
• 05.11.2021

  Ep. 89: Mark 3HD - A New Line of Tactical Riflescopes

  Built for the shooter who needs a rugged, precise, and repeatable MIL-based scope for their tactical rifle, the new Mark 3HD™ delivers elite optical performance and match-grade repeatability under any conditions. Join Leupold's Shawn Skipper, John Snodgrass, and Nic...

  
• 04.26.2021

  Ep. 88: The New VX-3HD Riflescope

  The new VX-3HD riflescope delivers legendary performance and HD clarity in an incredibly tough yet lightweight package. Host Shawn Skipper is joined by Product Line Manager Vici Peters and Sales Manager Dan Wagner to discuss some of the riflescope's newest...

  
• 03.23.2021

  Ep. 87: Unmatched Precision with the PR2 Reticle

  In precision rifle competition, speed and accuracy are everything. That's why we worked with our professional shooters to design the new PR1 and PR2 reticles which gives them the competitive edge to tackle any challenge that a modern competitive shooter...

  
• 03.02.2021

  Ep. 86: Q&A with Leupold's CEO

  You asked, we answered. Join Leupold CEO Bruce Pettet and VP of Product Tim Lesser as they tackle your questions about new and upcoming products, Covid-19's impact on the factory, custom shop updates, and more.    

  
• 01.05.2021

  Ep. 85: The DeltaPoint Micro

  The all-new DeltaPoint Micro is a fully enclosed, low-profile red dot sight designed specifically for concealed carry and personal defense. Leupold's Shawn Skipper and Nic Kytlica sit down with Tactical Product Manager John Snodgrass, to discuss where the concept...

  
• 12.11.2020

  Ep. 84: DIY Caribou Hunt in Alaska

  Alaska’s wild and unforgiving landscape is full of world-class hunting opportunities. While many of these hunts require applying for tags months ahead of time, you can also find numerous over-the-counter opportunities if you know where to look. Join Leupold's...

  
• 12.08.2020

  Ep. 83: Rifle Hunting Mistakes and How To Fix Them

  Anyone who has spent time in the field knows that things often don't go as planned. But there are some things you can do to better prepare and prevent in-the-field mishaps. Join Leupold's Shawn Skipper and veteran hunters Freid Eichler...

  
• 10.14.2020

  Ep. 82: Short Hunting Stories from Fred Eichler

  As a renowned bowhunter and owner of FullDraw Outfitters, Fred Eichler has been fortunate to share his love and enthusiasm for the sport with many other outdoorsmen. But not every hunt has gone perfect. He sits down with Leupold's Riza...

  
• 09.30.2020

  Ep. 81: Red Dots & The New DeltaPoint Pro NV

  Giving you absolute target focus, red dot sights are the most intuitive optic to use for new shooters. But not all red dots are created equal. Join Shawn Skipper, Nic Kytlica, and Tactical product line manager John Snodgrass, as...

  
• 08.17.2020

  Ep. 80: The National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF)

  Since 1961, the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) has been relentless in promoting, protecting, and preserving hunting and the shooting sports industry. Their initiatives such as National Shooting Sports Month in August, encourage active participation and education for gun owners,...

  
• 08.10.2020

  Ep. 79: The New RX-FullDraw 4

  The new RX-FullDraw 4 is the most ballistically advanced archery rangefinder ever built. By combining lightning-fast ½ yard accuracy with the acclaimed Archer’s Advantage™ software and new Flightpath™ technology, you can take the guess-work out of achieving the perfect shot....

  
• 08.03.2020

  Ep. 78: Anyone's Hunt - Montana Antelope

  Ever dreamed of putting together your own Montana archery antelope hunt? In a new mini-series "Anyone's Hunt", join two experienced Montana hunters as they walk you through the planning, preparation and actual hunt. Leupold's Scott Rousseau sat down with Connor...

  
• 07.22.2020

  Ep. 77: Leaving A Legacy w/ Adam Weatherby

  Weatherby’s rich heritage began in 1945 located in Southern California. A true family business operated by third-generation leader Adam Weatherby, the brand continues to innovate products that leave a legacy. Adam joins Leupold CEO Bruce Pettet at the RMEF MTN...

  
• 06.30.2020

  Ep. 76: My First Mule Deer w/ Working Class Bowhunter

  Avid bowhunter, Curt Geier (Working Class Bowhunter Podcast) joins Lucas and Michael to recap his memorable 2019 mule deer hunt in Eastern, Oregon. After spending numerous days attempting to use his bow (during rifle season), Curt eventually switched to the...

  
• 05.12.2020

  Ep. 75: American Made w/ Kifaru's Aron Snyder

  Avid bowhunter and President of Kifaru International, Aron Snyder, joins Leupold CEO Bruce Pettet and VP Tim Lesser to discuss the unique challenges (and advantages) of building American Made products, his thoughts on touring the Leupold factory, a few crazy...

  
• 05.05.2020

  Ep. 74: Q&BS with The Bucks of Tecomate - LIVE from SHOT Show 2020

  We picked the guests. You asked the questions. Live from SHOT Show 2020, Leupold's Riza & Tim Lesser sat down with David Morris and Mark Newell, hunters and wildlife biologists at Tecomate (wildlife management services, products, and Outdoor Channel shows)....

  
• 04.23.2020

  Ep. 73: Embracing The American Spirit - Q&A with Leupold's CEO

  Being an American manufacturer is not easy. It takes grit and ingenuity. Join Leupold CEO Bruce Pettet and VP of Product Development Tim Lesser as they answer your questions and dive deeper into our American manufacturing history and how we...

  
• 04.13.2020

  Ep. 72: #ThisorThat | RX-1600i vs. RX-2800 Rangefinders

  'This or That' gives a quick overview of two topics or products so you can best decide what is right for you. In this episode, Shawn Skipper and Scott Rousseau are joined by Product Specialist Brenton Baer to discuss the...

  
• 03.30.2020

  Ep. 71: #ThisorThat | Choosing The Right Spotter

  'This or That' gives a quick overview of topics or products so you can best decide what is right for you. In this episode, Shawn Skipper and Scott Rousseau are joined by Observation Manager Zach Bird and Sr. Manager of...

  
• 03.26.2020

  Ep. 70: New Performance Eyewear

  We make the lightest, clearest, and most rugged rifle scopes, spotting scopes, binoculars, and rangefinders you'll ever use. Now, we're applying this same expertise to a new line of Performance Eyewear, so you can experience Leupold's rugged clarity every day....

  
• 03.23.2020

  Ep. 69: #ThisorThat | VX-3i LRP vs. Mark 5HD

  'This or That' gives a quick overview of two topics or products so you can best decide what is right for you. In this episode, Shawn Skipper and Scott Rousseau are joined by Product Specialist Brenton Baer to discuss the...

  
• 03.18.2020

  Ep. 68: Q&BS with Chef Mike Robinson - LIVE from SHOT Show 2020

  We picked the guests. You asked the questions. Live from SHOT Show 2020, Leupold's Riza Lesser and Shane Meisel sat down with Mike Robinson, one of Britain’s most prominent game chefs, a champion of wild food, and host of Farming...

  
• 03.12.2020

  Ep. 67: #ThisorThat | VX-5HD vs. Mark 5HD

  'This or That' gives a quick overview of two topics or products so you can best decide what is right for you. In this episode, Shawn Skipper and Scott Rousseau are joined by Product Specialist Brenton Baer to discuss the...

  
• 03.09.2020

  Ep. 66: Q&BS with Jim Shockey - LIVE from SHOT Show 2020

  We picked the guests. You asked the questions. Live from SHOT Show 2020, Leupold CEO Bruce Pettet sat down with legendary hunter and conservationist, Jim Shockey, to ask him your questions submitted on Instagram. Subjects Discussed: Jim's first rifle; The...

  
• 03.04.2020

  Ep. 65: #ThisorThat | Choosing The Right Binocular

  'This or That' gives a quick overview of topics or products so you can best decide what is right for you. In this episode, Shawn Skipper and Scott Rousseau are joined by Observation Manager Zach Bird and Sr. Manager of...

  
• 02.27.2020

  Ep. 64: Q&BS with Colion Noir - LIVE from SHOT Show 2020

  We picked the guests. You asked the questions. Live from SHOT Show 2020, we are joined by Colion Noir - gun-rights activist, lawyer, news commentator, and host of the NRA Freestyle web series "NOIR". Leupold's Shane Meisel and Riza Lesser...

  
• 02.20.2020

  Ep. 63: #ThisorThat | VX-3i vs. VX-5HD Riflescopes

  'This or That' gives a quick overview of two topics or products so you can best decide what is right for you. In this episode, Shawn Skipper and Scott Rousseau are joined by Product Specialist Brenton Baer to discuss the...

  
• 02.18.2020

  Ep. 62: Q&BS with Randy Newberg - LIVE from SHOT Show 2020

  We picked the guests. You asked the questions. Live from SHOT Show 2020, Leupold's Lucas Burt and Scott Rousseau sit down with beloved public land hunter and conservationist, Randy Newberg, to ask him your questions submitted on Instagram. Subjects Discussed:...

  
• 02.13.2020

  Ep. 61: #ThisorThat | VX-Freedom vs. VX-1 Riflescopes

  'This or That' gives a quick overview of two topics or products so you can best decide what is right for you. In this episode, Shawn Skipper and Scott Rousseau are joined by Product Specialist Brenton Baer to discuss the...

  
• 01.28.2020

  Ep. 60: Q&BS with Tim Kennedy - LIVE from SHOT Show 2020

  We picked the guests. You asked the questions. Live from SHOT Show 2020, we are joined by active, Ranger-qualified, Green Beret Special Forces sniper and a retired MMA fighter, Tim Kennedy. Leupold's Shane Meisel and Tim Lesser sit down with...

  
• 01.21.2020

  Ep. 59: New 2020 Optics

  2020 is officially here and we've been working on some awesome new optics we know you'll enjoy. Join Shawn, Scott, Tim, and Nic as they discuss the newest riflescopes, red dots, and more that are being unveiled this year at...

  
• 12.04.2019

  Ep. 58: Mule Deer Camp w/ Working Class Bowhunter - Pt. 2

  Part 2 of the unscripted, wild, and fun mule deer hunt story. In this episode, Lucas spots a Boone & Crockett buck, the weather changes, Curt switches to the rifle, and mental exhaustion sets in. Join Curt Geier (Working Class...

  
• 12.04.2019

  Ep. 57: Mule Deer Camp w/ Working Class Bowhunter - Pt. 1

  Hunting season may be nearing an end, but the stories are just beginning. This two-part unscripted, wild, and fun mule deer hunt story is filled with everything you'd expect from a hunting camp - a lot of BS., mistakes, and...

  
• 10.17.2019

  Ep. 56: Hunting Elk in Utah w/ Wild Country Outfitters

  Located in the heart of the Rocky Mountains in Northern Utah, Wild Country Outfitters is well known as one of the premier wildlife ranches in the world for hunting fair chase elk, mule deer, and more.  Join Leupold CEO, Bruce...

  
• 10.08.2019

  Ep. 55: How Binoculars and Rangefinders Actually Work

  This is the second part of Adam’s conversation with VP of Product Development, Tim Lesser, recorded on location at Leupold HQ in Oregon. In this episode, they discuss binoculars and rangefinders. If you’ve ever wondered how to choose wisely with...

  
• 10.01.2019

  Ep. 54: How to Select a Rifle Scope at Any Budget

  On this episode, recorded on location at Leupold HQ, Adam Janke of the Beyond The Kill Podcast sits down with VP of Product Development, Tim Lesser, to discuss rifle scope selection criteria and how to make sure you’re spending your...

  
• 09.13.2019

  Ep. 53: Hunting KODIAK with Cole Kramer

  Hot off the heels of the premiere of our new limited-series, KODIAK, we caught up with Alaskan guide & owner of Adventure Mountain Hunts, Cole Kramer. Since 2002, Cole has cut his teeth in the wilderness of Alaska guiding hunters...

  
• 08.23.2019

  Ep. 52: Randy Newberg's Top 5 Glassing Tips

  What size binoculars should I buy? How do I glass more efficiently to find animals? When should I use my spotting scope? Leupold's Shawn and Scott sat down with hunter Randy Newberg to answer these questions and get his top...

  
• 08.16.2019

  Ep. 51: Building Battle-Ready Optics for the U.S. Military

  Before the early 80s, soldiers still used hunting-style riflescopes in combat. But in 1984, the U.S. Army tasked Leupold with developing a fixed power optic designed specifically for combat. The scope had to withstand a drop from a helicopter (while...

  
• 08.01.2019

  Ep. 50: Coffee, Combat, and Content with Black Rifle Coffee

  The experience of having a truly good cup of coffee is as satisfying as sending a .50 cal. round downrange. Between multiple deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan, former Green Beret Evan Hafer worked to not only refine his firearms skills, but also...

  
• 07.26.2019

  Ep. 49: Maximizing Performance with Bert Sorin of Sorinex

  Nearly four decades ago Sorinex was founded with the courage, and the mission, to do something different and better than ever before. Today, Sorinex is the leading innovator in American Made strength and conditioning equipment for professional teams, colleges, high schools, and...

  
• 07.19.2019

  Ep. 48: The Importance of Public Access with RMEF & Randy Newberg

  Opening and securing public access is a key component of the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation’s mission. Since 1984, RMEF has opened, secured or improved public access to more than 1.2 million acres of elk habitat across the country for hunters,...

  
• 07.02.2019

  Ep. 47: Pre-Season Preparation with MTN OPS & GRITTY

  Elk quarters are heavy, sheep country is relentless and unlike many sports, hunting requires you to maintain your strength, speed, and stamina for multiple days. With hunting season just around the corner, the time to prepare is now. Leupold CEO,...