Join Phillip Velayo, Jon Bumpus, and Eric D'Oro of The Cadre for a post-match debrief from the NRL Hunter Mason Valley match — breaking down what actually happened from the first stage impressions to the moments where the process started leaking.

The crew covers the venue itself, what made the stage design stand out, and how conditions compared to last year. Then it gets into performance: equipment changes with the Abel Company cans and Thunder Beast brakes, trigger cam integration, and a full breakdown of sustains and improves from the match. The conversation shifts into something more useful — the difference between subconscious workflow and where conscious thought has to take over, why time management and asking the right questions mid-stage matter more than raw ability, and how teaching others sharpens your own process in ways competition alone can't.

Whether you're trying to diagnose where your workflow breaks down under pressure, figuring out how to integrate new gear without disrupting your stage process, or looking to understand what separates composed execution from reactive shooting — this one is worth the listen.

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Join us for an in-depth conversation with Sam Carlson from Thunder Beast Arms as we explore the critical role suppressors play in precision rifle shooting. Sam shares his personal journey from Army tanker to competitive shooter to working at one of the industry's most respected suppressor manufacturers, plus his experience running the Cheyenne Precision Rifle Hoe Down.

We discuss the health implications of overpressure in competition shooting, how to choose the right suppressor for your application, the balance between suppressors and muzzle brakes for target acquisition, and what makes a great match director. Sam also breaks down his advice for new shooters, the importance of proper equipment selection, and why community matters in this sport. Whether you're considering your first suppressor purchase, looking to understand the health benefits of running a can, or interested in match directing — this conversation delivers practical insights from someone who's lived it.

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Join us for an in-depth conversation with Ian Miner, precision rifle instructor and former Marine Scout Sniper, as we break down what actually happens when you step off the firing line at local match. Ian shares his experience at the Three Forks event — competing alongside neighbors and friends — and what that environment revealed about his process, his ego, and his rifle game.

We discuss the mental and tactical differences between local matches and major competitions, how match flow breaks down when you start competing against people you know, the hunting vs. competition mindset split, and how to find the right training class for your goals. Ian also breaks down his experience running a Tikka rifle received as a community gift, the value of knowing your range and your people, and what match directors do that makes or breaks the experience for new competitors. Whether you're prepping for your first local match, trying to diagnose where your process falls apart mid-stage, or wondering how hunting instincts translate to the competition line — this conversation delivers real talk from someone who's lived both worlds.

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NRL Hunter Idaho Pro Am 2026 | Complete Match Review & Lessons Learned

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Join us as we break down the mental side of precision rifle competition and get real about what it takes to step onto the line and grow as a shooter. Phillip Velayo is joined by Jon and Ian Miner for an honest conversation about managing expectations, overcoming the fear of failure, and why ego is the number one thing keeping shooters from ever signing up. We cover the importance of calling your shot, troubleshooting positions in real time, and how local matches are one of the most underrated tools for building consistency and confidence. Whether you're a hunter, competitor, military, or law enforcement — if you've ever talked yourself out of signing up for a match, this episode is for you.

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Some guys shoot. Some guys teach. And then there are the rare few who've done both at the highest level and can actually explain why it works.

He took everything he learned in the military, brought it to the competitive shooting world, and came back a better instructor for it. This one's for the active duty sniper trying to sharpen his craft, the precision shooter who wants to understand the fundamentals at a deeper level, and anyone who's serious about the long game in this community.

We get into Caleb's path from infantry to the Recon Sniper Course, what separates a recon sniper from an infantry sniper, and why competitive shooting changed how he thinks about weapon systems, data management, and diagnosing problems under pressure. There's also a real conversation here about the current state of sniper platoons — the inconsistencies, the challenges, and what it actually takes to build capable homegrown instructors from the ground up.

No fluff. No gear flexing. Just three guys who've been in the schoolhouse talking honestly about what it takes to get better.

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Join us as we break down what it takes to compete at the highest level and dive deep into separating performance shooters from advanced riflemen. Phillip Velayo and special guest Will Ormes explore the critical distinctions between advanced and performance competition classes, covering essential topics from equipment selection to competition mindset. We discuss common gear mistakes, the truth about zeroing distances, BC truing myths, and why factory ammo might be your best friend as a developing shooter. Then we shift gears to discuss training philosophy: What does it really mean to be "performance ready"? We explore systematic practice techniques, the importance of filming yourself for analysis, and why sticking with one bullet combination builds better intuition than chasing ballistic solver solutions.

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Join us as we break down the latest innovations from SHOT Show 2025 and dive deep into what separates foundational shooters from advanced precision riflemen. Steve shares his first-time SHOT Show experience, covering game-changing gear from Proof Armory, Manners folding rifles, Vortex's new rangefinding binos, and Leupold's impressive spotter scope. Then we shift gears to discuss training philosophy: What does it really mean to be "advanced"? We explore the systematic approach to precision shooting, the importance of making fundamentals subconscious, and why having a process matters more than having the latest gear.

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0:00 - SHOT Show Review and Initial Impressions 

1:50 - Long Range Shooting and New Products (Proof Armory rifle) 

4:55 - Folding Rifles and Hunting Applications (Manners system)

 8:25 - Pistol Red Dots and Thermal Imaging 

9:36 - Vortex Products and Rangefinding Binoculars 

14:19 - Leupold Spotter and Advanced Shooting Techniques 

19:31 - Foundation and Advanced Shooting Courses Defined 

23:49 - Advanced Course Expectations and Metrics 

1:13:53 - Hunter's Perspective and Tripod Shooting 

1:14:12 - One-on-One Coaching Challenges

 1:15:18 - Importance of Controlled Information Delivery 

1:15:56 - Upcoming Classes and Events (California & Utah) 

1:17:35 - Developments at Brave Lizard Facility 

1:19:51 - Class Dates and Shooting Capabilities (March 22-27) 

1:22:45 - Final Thoughts and Encouragement

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Your questions answered: bag riders vs. light downward pressure, carbon vs. steel barrels, moving targets, barrel break-in, and the biggest mistakes we made when we started. Plus our take on the PRS/NRL drama and why fundamentals will always beat gear upgrades.

In this Q&A episode, we dig into the questions you've been asking on Instagram and break down the technical details that actually matter. We cover input pressures and touch points, why your reticle might be jumping irregularly, the truth about carbon barrels, and whether weapon-mounted rangefinders are worth it. Jon shares a game-changing demonstration on the bridge technique, and we get honest about the mistakes we made early on—so you don't have to repeat them.

Whether you're just getting into precision rifle shooting or you're looking to tighten up your fundamentals, this one's packed with practical advice you can apply at the range tomorrow.

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Phil and Jon answer YOUR questions in this jam-packed Q&A episode covering everything from attending your first PRS match to the eternal chassis vs. stock debate.

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First Match Survival Guide - What you actually need to bring (hint: it's less than you think), managing expectations, and why focusing on your process matters more than your score

Wind Reading Demystified - Stop overthinking it. Phil breaks down the 4-step process every shooter needs and why "hard dope is king"

Top 3 Student Struggles - What new shooters consistently get wrong in classes (rifle setup, recoil management, and trigger control)

 Chassis vs. Stock- The honest pros and cons of each, why KRG Whiskey 3 is Phil and Jon’s go-to, and when stocks actually win

Barrel Length & Competition - How to choose the right setup for PRS, NRL Hunter, and hunting applications

🔭 Tripod Recommendations - The "buy once, cry once" options that are actually worth your money

TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Intro & Tech Struggles 

5:12 - Tips for Your First PRS Match 

24:50 - Barrel Length for Different Applications

29:10 - Top 5 Matches We're Shooting This Year

 34:29 - Teaching Kids Precision Shooting 

41:43 - Wind Reading Secrets (Stop Overthinking!)

 52:12 - Top 3 Things Students Struggle With 

1:08:01 - Best Tripods for Starting Out 

1:15:22 - Chassis vs. Stock: The Complete Breakdown

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