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Tipsy Tuesday #60 Today Henry Ferguson delves into the intricacies of deer hunting, discusses strategies, the importance of patience, and the lessons learned from close encounters with big bucks. Explore the art of the shot, the significance of equipment choices, and their impact on Killing Big Muley's. Personal stories highlight successes and failures, emphasizing the need for involvement in conservation efforts to ensure the future of hunting. Moving on with a review of the Allterra Carbon Hunter 3 with Travis Bertrand. Highlighting the stock's design, including the negative comb feature that enhances shooting stability and reduces recoil. Next up Bill Vanderheyden from Iron Will dives into the science behind arrow drag and wind drift, particularly for long-range archery. He explains how different arrow setups, including fixed and mechanical broadheads, affect performance in windy conditions. Bill emphasizes the trade-offs between speed, accuracy, and drag reduction. Following up is Josh Jensen from SKRE Gear to talk about the latest product releases and innovations in their outdoor apparel. They discuss the expanded sizing options, new gear features, and the importance of quality gear for enhancing the hunting experience. Josh highlights the company's commitment to customer satisfaction through warranties and support services. Talk then shifts towards the other Rokslide.com gear reviews and a recap of the latest Western news.

Idiot Proof Archery by Bernie Pellerite-https://www.amazon.com/Idiot-Proof-Archery-How-Shoot-Pro-Step/dp/0971281211

Allterra Carbon hunter 3 Rokslide review-https://www.rokslide.com/allterra-carbon-hunter-3-stock-review/

Iron Will Broadheads-https://ironwilloutfitters.com/

Arrow Drag and Wind Drift-https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jZlUWKfUJ0E

SKRE Gear-https://skregear.com/

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It's been a while since we've heard from Ryan and Tanya Avery on the Rokcast. They join Robby talking about the season upon us, the arrival of Robby's long awaited Rokstock/Tikka/6UM rifle, and more random thoughts.

Since this episode recorded, Robby's put about 30 rounds through the new Rokstock topped with a Swarovski Z5 2-10X https://www.swarovskioptik.com/us/en/hunting/products/rifle-scopes/z5-i-plus/z5-plus/z5-plus-2-10x42-bt

Shooting the Sierra 115 grain DTAC NR in front of 64.5gr of N570, Robby chronographed the load from his 19-inch barrel at 3155fps (his 270 WSM was clocking a 140 grain Berger at 3249 from a 24-barrel for comparison.) The overall length of the new rifle is an inch shorter--including the Unknown Munitions Suppressor--compared to the 270 WSM. The Rokstock based rifle weighs in at 7lb 15oz, just two ounces more than the 270 WSM. Accuracy for two (3) shot groups at 200 & 300 yards averaged at just over 1MOA: 2.25" & 3.5" respectively.

Since Robby primarily shoots hash marks vs. dialing, he was particularly interested in the trajectory. Even with 100 fps decrease, the Z5 hashmarks lined up almost identically to the Z5 on his 270WSM.

-Center crosshair = 100/200 yards

-1st hashmark = 300 yards

-2nd hashmark = 400 yards

-3rd hashmark = 500 yards

-4th hashmark = 570 yards

The Z5 does have an elevation turret but Robby will need some time to learn it and report back.

For those interested, the 6UM is made from the 6.5 SAUM necked down to 6mm with the shoulder blown out to 40 degrees. This cartridge was primarily developed by Unknown Munitions in Post Falls, Idaho. Contact https://www.unknownmunitions.com/ for more information.

Read more about Robby's first step down from big magnums in his 2015 blog post "Goodbye 7mm Rem. Mag, Hello 270WSM" here https://www.rokslide.com/goodbye-7mm-rem-mag-hello-270-wsm/

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You can find Robby’s books, Hunting Big Mule Deer and The Stories on Amazon here

or signed copies from the Rokslide store here

Tipsy Tuesday #59 Today Wesley Warner shares his passion for stalking big mule deer bucks and the development of his product, the Gulo Stalker shoes. He discusses the importance of scouting, targeting mature deer, and the strategies involved in stalking. Wesley emphasizes the significance of wind and scent management, the role of hunting partners, and the lessons learned from missed opportunities. He also delves into the technical aspects of archery equipment and the mental game of hunting, providing valuable insights for both novice and experienced hunters. Sam gives an overview of the new Matthews arrow vault. Talk then shifts towards the other Rokslide.com gear reviews and a recap of the latest Western news.

Gulo outdoors-Outdoor Wool Shoes | GULO Outdoors

Matthews arrow vault-https://mathewsinc.com/products/arrow-vault-case

Cold Bore Challenge-https://rokslide.com/forums/threads/2025-cold-bore-challenge.408693/

Cold Bore Challenge Q&A thread- https://rokslide.com/forums/threads/2025-cold-bore-challenge-q-a-thread.403820/

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Today's guest is South Cox, the big-bucks-under-20-yards guy we all love to watch on Youtube

Today's guest is South Cox, the big-bucks-under-20-yards guy we all love to watch on Youtube

Today's guest is South Cox, the big-bucks-under-20-yards guy we all love to watch on Youtube

Today's guest is South Cox, the big-bucks-under-20-yards guy we all love to watch on Youtube

What’s up with South's company: Stalker Stick Bows

Why did South choose the traditional route?

Is mule deer his favorite species to bowhunt?

Some of South's early influential bowhunters like Larry D. Jones & Dwight Schuh

Discussing a few of South's many films like The Barefoot Buck, The Mountain, Unbroken and his favorite, Blessed

Mule deer hunting has changed & South talks about how he's adapted to those changes

Getting close then getting really close: what it's like

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or signed copies from the Rokslide store here

Tipsy Tuesday #58 Scouting Mature Bucks with Brad Carter owner of Altitude Outdoors in Afton Wyoming. The love of Wyoming's high country Mule deer inspired Brad to venture deep into the mountains, inspiring a whole collection of light weight products. Scouting mature bucks in the preseason has enabled Brad to harvest older age class bucks nearly every year. Brad shares his scouting preparation and secrets in today's Tipsy Tuesday. We then are joined by Kyle Sandusky to take us though Howard's Total Vise Legacy Bow Press and Ultimate Bow Vise. Sam then shifts towards the other Rokslide.com gear reviews and recaps the latest Western news.

MTN HNTR- https://mtnhntr.com/

Ultralight Tripod review- https://www.rokslide.com/ultralight-tripods-tested-and-reviewed/

Howard's Total Vise- https://totalvise.com/shop/archery-tools/legacy-bow-press/

Rokslide Total Vise Review- https://rokslide.com/forums/threads/howards-total-vise-system.395493/

Cold Bore Challenge-https://rokslide.com/forums/threads/2025-cold-bore-challenge.408693/

Cold Bore Challenge Q&A thread- https://rokslide.com/forums/threads/2025-cold-bore-challenge-q-a-thread.403820/

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Robby hosts Sean Clancy & Art Hayes from Citizens for Sustainable Opportunity. These guys are common-sense Montana residents looking for ways to get better Montana mule deer hunting.  And no, they don't hate non-residents!

The Citizens for Sustainable Opportunity is a group of concerned hunters, landowners and outfitters looking at ways to change the existing season structure in Montana to address problems as seen by hunters and landowners. You can link their website https://mtseasonproposal.blog/ to view the data and documents.

In this episode, they discuss what avenues there are to improve Montana mule deer hunting, and increase an individual hunter's chance at seeing older age class bucks.  They share wildlife data and look at potential biases in interpreting this data.

The Citizens for Sustainable Opportunity recognize the importance of using incentives and season dates to improve hunting vs. just creating more and more limited opportunity hunts.

This episode will help all hunters--resident and non-resident--understand the dynamics of hunting big mule deer in Montana.

If you'd like to learn more, or get involved, you can email Sean at [email protected].

To participate in the season setting process, meetings are occurring now with their conclusion in December.  Link here for more information: FWP’s Biennial Hunting Season-setting Process Begins In June | Montana FWP

We recently hosted Brian Wakeling from Montana Fish, Wildlife, & Parks talking about the department's approach to these same issues. You can listen to that episode here

https://www.rokslide.com/charting-a-future-for-montana-mule-deer

or wherever you find your favorite podcasts.

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You can find Robby’s books, Hunting Big Mule Deer and The Stories on Amazon here

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Tipsy Tuesday #57 is Bear defense with Justin Rasmussen of Razco. Justin discusses firearms vs spray and where each shines in deterring an attack, along with the best practice techniques and along with insight on keying into a bear's body language. We jump into Rokslide's Cold Bore Challenge with Justin Crossley. Travis Hobbs covers drought and fire conditions and how to see if they'll impact your hunting unit. All the details of G5 Outdoors newest release with Caleb Sorrells. Tyler Kath of T&K Hunting Gear outlines his company's mission and showcases a few products. Sam then shifts the talk toward the other Rokslide.com gear reviews and recaps the latest Western news.

Razco- https://www.razcogear.com/

Razco Bear Defense Basics video- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PHLM-pX3emA

Bear Spray vs Bullets video- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rnfB4ZL9JTc

Cold Bore Challenge-https://rokslide.com/forums/threads/2025-cold-bore-challenge.408693/

Prime FORM 30 Bow- https://www.g5prime.com/prime-archery-hunting-bows/form-30/

T&K Hunting Gear- https://tandkhunting.com/

T&K 3.1 Binocular Harness review- https://www.rokslide.com/tk-gen-3-1-bino-harness-review/

Cold Bore Challenge Q&A thread- https://rokslide.com/forums/threads/2025-cold-bore-challenge-q-a-thread.403820/

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On today's episode of the Rokcast, Robby hosts Don Whittaker, Ungulate Coordinator for the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife. Don is on the forefront of redesigning Oregon's Wildlife Management Units to align with the latest research on Oregon mule deer herds.  These new "herd units" will replace the former unit boundaries and allow Oregon's wildlife professionals to better manage mule deer.  This is cutting-edge wildlife managament that other western states are likely to adopt as we learn more about mule deer and how they utilize a wide range of habitats across North America.

A few of the talking points Don & Robby cover:

Why is the change necessary?

New naming system

Larger hunt areas

Fewer total hunts

Tag adjustments

Landowner preference tags

Preference points

Proposed hunts and tag numbers will be available online in July 2025

What about whitetails and elk—are there hunt areas changing?

What about management objectives? MOs for population and buck:doe ratios were restructured to align with herd range

Learn more on Oregon mule deer at Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife here

https://myodfw.com/articles/eastern-oregon-deer-hunts

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or signed copies from the Rokslide store here

https://www.rokslide.com/product-category/mule-deer-books/

Tipsy Tuesday#56 Pushing Yourself to Do Hard Things with Dustin Diefenderfer. Dustin Diefenderfer creator of MTN TOUGH challenges us to Do Hard Things every day. Dustin goes into the science behind some of MTN TOUGH's workout programs, explains the four pillars of a balanced lifestyle and takes us though last year's epic Ibex hunt. Jordan Budd introduces the Kifaru Hoodlum generation 2 backpack, then compares and contrasts it to the original bag. Then Brigham Crane gives a deep drive into Outdoor Vitals new and exciting offerings. Ken Trapp from Salmon River Solutions covers their NRL and PRS shooting accessories in this episode. Sam then shifts the talk toward the other Rokslide.com gear reviews and recaps the latest Western news.

Delayed Ibex hunt video- https://youtu.be/FjALfOCF_2I

MTNTOUGH free trial- MTNTOUGH Rockslide's free trial

Kifaru- https://kifaru.net/collections/packs

Kifaru Hoodlum - Rokslide review thread

Hoodlum review Video- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gvz0Q8T6sXg

Outdoor Vitals review thread- OV updates and release information signup

Outdoor Vitals review thread- OV Rokslide review thread

Salmon River Solutions-https://www.salmonriversolutions.com/

Cold Bore Challenge Q&A thread- https://rokslide.com/forums/threads/2025-cold-bore-challenge-q-a-thread.403820/

 

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Today's bonus episode is from the Hunt West Podcast by Jaden Bales

Jaden and Robby dive into old school deer hunting tactics that too many hunters might not think about.

The West is primed for a big growth in mule deer populations, though mature buck numbers in a lot of places are pretty low right now - let alone big special ones. On the back of this, hunters will need to think outside of the box to find bucks in places other hunters are not able to find them. How does someone do that?

Topics discussed: 

Adapting to Changing Hunter Habits

Big Bucks in Easy to Glass Places vs. Thick Country.

Are deer drives something guys should consider for big bucks?

How to practice when long shots aren’t your game plan.

Tracking: How’s a guy do it? How’s a guy get good at it?

and more on old school deer hunting tactics.

You can find Jaden's podcast and more at https://huntwestplanning.com/

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You can also find Robby’s books, Hunting Big Mule Deer and The Stories on Amazon here

or signed copies from the Rokslide store here

https://www.rokslide.com/product-category/mule-deer-books/