It doesn't take a degree in rocket science to understand bullet performance. Or does it?

Bryan Litz is a scientist, shooter, and ballistician. He quite literally "wrote the book" on external ballistics and informed what we know about the flight and performance of bullets. Bryan joins us in this episode to breakdown the concept of BC (Ballistic Coefficient) and what this number on your box of bullets or ammunition means for you as a hunter and shooter.

We discuss what BC is, how it is measured, when and why it matters for hunters, and more...

To dive even deeper into this topic, visit https://NoBSBC.com. You can also check out Bryan's books and other resources at https://AppliedBallisticsLLC.com/

If you have questions about this topic or anything else you want to hear about on future podcasts, let us know by emailing podcast@exomtngear.com

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223 | What Is BC? Why Does It Matter? Bryan Litz On What Hunters Need To Know...

Backcountry hunters talking backcountry hunting. Join us for a lively discussion on a variety of topics related to hunting big game in the mountains. We'll be talking tactics, sharing lessons learned, swapping stories, interviewing individuals from the hunting industry, hearing the hunt stories of everyday hunters (including our podcast listeners), and getting into the nitty-gritty of backpacking gear, hunting gear, and bow/rifle setups. Contact us at any time with your questions or feedback by emailing us: podcast@exomtngear.com

Thanks for listening!  — Mark & Steve

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Serious mountain pursuits are demanding. Physically, mentally, and even emotionally. And as you gain experience and build confidence, you can push to new levels of adventure.

Experienced mountain hunter and all-around adventurer, Ben Reynolds joins us on today's podcast to talk about 5 attributes that he feels are critical for the mountain hunter...

- Mental Preparation
- Confidence
- Optimization
- Choices
- Decisive Action

These are attributes that Ben has developed over a decade of high-level activity in the mountains. In this conversation, we discuss each of these attributes, interwoven with examples from Ben's last hunting season, which included successful do-it-yourself solo sheep hunts for both Dall Sheep and Rocky Mountain Bighorn.

Ben's Previous Podcast Episode: https://exomtngear.com/blogs/podcast/408

Connect with Ben on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/b_reynolds_ak/

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461 | How to Thrive on Mountain Hunts (with Ben Reynolds)

Instead of answering listener-submitted questions on this Monday Minute, we get a listener of the show on to today's podcast and ask them some questions. Patrick joins us to tell us about his recent experience putting together and completing his own version of a Death Hike. You'll hear about how he made his route, how he trained, how the hike went, what he learned, and what he hopes to accomplish in the future.

DIY Electrolyte Mix — https://www.v2pnutrition.com/single-post/diy-electrolyte-mix-for-training-in-the-backcountry

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MM 221 | A Listener's "Death Hike" Story

Today's episode tells the story of a special father-and-son hunt for Caleb, and his son, Clayten. This past fall, when Clayten was just 12-years-old, he was able to kill his first Dall Sheep in Alaska's Wrangell Mountains.

Not only is this a cool story, it is a great insight into hunting with youth. No matter the age of the hunter, or the species being pursued, there are lessons that can be learned about how to get youth involved in hunting as you listen to Clayten share his unique perspective on hunting in this podcast.

Clayten's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AlaskanHooligans
Caleb's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caleb_trailboss

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460 | A 12-year-old's Alaskan Dall Sheep Hunt

Steve & Mark answer your listener-submitted questions on this Monday Minute episode. They discuss when steep slopes are too steep, how to select a camp location when hunting near the top of the mountain, more follow-up on footwear from the Death Hike (and the use of trail running shoes for hunting), and how bear scouting and hunting is affected by the presence of elk and deer.

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MM 220 | How Steep Is Too Steep? Plus bear scouting, footwear choices, and more...

"I won the hunting lottery yesterday and saw I was a sole tag winner for a ram tag in a unit here in Colorado. I never thought it would happen!"

That is part of an email that we received from a podcast listener, Joe. Now, after the hunt, Joe joins us on the show to discuss how he prepared for this hunt. What he learned during the hunt. And how the ultimate success of harvesting his ram came to be.

This episode is both entertaining, and also informational for anyone who is planning a hunt that is for a new species, or in a new place.

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223 | What Is BC? Why Does It Matter? Bryan Litz On What Hunters Need To Know...

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