The optic on a firearm is one of the most critical components of the shooting system and should be a known constant, not a variable. By focusing on the optic and the platform it’s mounted on, you can gain a better understanding of your entire shooting system. In this episode, Nic Kytlica and Scott Rousseau sit down with the guru for all things shooting - Leupold Optics Academy lead instructor, Michael Baccellieri. Topics Discussed: Training at the Leupold Optics Academy; Pigs vs. Hogs; the basic anatomy of a riflescope; big mistakes at the range; mil vs. moa; and more.

Ep. 26: Understanding Your Shooting System 101

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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 a setting for ranging in bad weather. Join Shawn Skipper and technology product line manager Eric Overstreet, as they dive deep into why this new rangefinder is so revolutionary and who will benefit most from this product. Subjects Discussed: Archer's Advantage vs. Trig; benefits of an archery ballistic solution; how Flightpatch technology works; the most likely use-cases; comparison to the RX-FullDraw 4, and more.

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

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 CEO Bruce Pettet sits down with Cam and Rihana after their visit to the Leupold headquarters to talk about their passion for hunting, training regimes, and the advice they have for new bowhunters.   Subjects Include: Thoughts on the Leupold factory; Cam's passion for writing; hunting Oregon; being dedicated to your craft; bowhunting tips; and more.

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

“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 sit down with Steven Drake and Connor Gabbott post-hunt to chat about the hunting opportunity in Colorado, gear used on the hunt, unit closures, extreme weather, and more.

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

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 recent land and access projects, the restoration of elk in the US, where your money goes to, and more. Support RMEF: https://www.rmef.org/

Ep. 93: The Future of Elk with RMEF

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 sits down with Fred to talk about what it takes to start a guide outfit, the dedication required to achieve the 'Super Slam', and more. Subjects Include: Creating memories not transactions; CDS dial benefits; instilling a strong work ethic; innovating and pushing forward; quality control; the super slam; and more.

Ep. 26: Understanding Your Shooting System 101

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