The Hunt Backcountry Podcast

On this Monday Minute episode, Steve & Mark answer your listener questions. Today's topics include "Pro Staff" vs everyday hunters, and the value of influencers for Exo Mtn Gear. A listener asks about the true cost of hunting gear, and what to do when it feels like good gear is out of reach. One bowhunter asks about bow sight setup, how many pins are ideal, and is there any reason to shoot your bow at 85-yards (or further).
Come see us next week, January 12-14, at the Sheep Show in Reno, NV — https://www.wildsheepfoundation.org/convention
Budget-friendly gear lists, recommendations, and podcasts on the topic — https://exomtngear.com/search?q=budget
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On this Monday Minute episode, Steve & Mark answer your listener questions. But first, they tell you about a generous, anonymous donor, who wants to gift an Exo Mtn Gear K3 4800 Pack System to a military member for Christmas.
Know of a deserving military service member (active or veteran) that could use a good pack? Send an email nomination to podcast@exomtngear.com before December 22, 2022. Include the nominee's name, contact information, and a brief explanation telling us why you are nominating them.
$10,000 Giveaway — https://exomtngear.com/giveaway — Enter BEFORE this Friday, 12/23/2022
Resources mentioned in this episode:
- Realistic Dry-Fire Practice: https://exomtngear.com/dryfire
- Rifle Shooting Technique: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DV4Z-R7NNXs
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As an engineer and mountain hunter, Matt Vincent is always looking for ways to improve his gear. Lighter, stronger, more efficient. That pursuit led Matt to design and produce his own gear, which he sells via MTNGear.us (and MtnGear.nz)
We speak with Matt about his life in New Zealand, the hunting opportunities there, and how his personal pursuits in NZ's rugged mountains lead to his products — including the MTNStick and the MTNGear Bipod.
https://www.mtngear.us/
https://www.mtngear.nz/
$10,000 Independent Gear Giveaway — https://exomtngear.com/giveaway — Enter before December 23, 2022
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Steve & Mark answer your listener questions on this Monday Minute episode. They discuss Idaho's recent non-resident tag sale, the best strategy for two hunters each filling their elk tags on the same hunt, when to choose a bipod or shooting sticks for a rifle hunt, and why there isn't a horseshoe zipper on every Exo bag design.
$10,000 Giveaway — https://exomtngear.com/giveaway — Enter before December 23, 2022
More links mentioned in this episode...
- https://www.wiserprecision.com/products/quick-stix
- https://www.mtngear.us/product/bipod
- https://idfg.idaho.gov/contact
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Today's episode is another "After" podcast from the "Before & After the Hunt" podcast series with people just like YOU... listeners of the podcast.
Our guest, Taylor, joined us in Episode 358, as he was making plans for his first elk hunt in Idaho. Taylor's plans for the hunt changed after that podcast, which you will hear about. We also detail the hunt story, the lessons Taylor learned, and why he is better equipped for success next year. Listen in and you will find some valuable lessons as well!
$10,000 Independent Gear Giveaway — https://exomtngear.com/giveaway — Enter before December 23, 2022
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At a time when corporations and investment groups are overtaking small companies, and the algorithms of social media giants are making it harder for small businesses to communicate with customers, we want to highlight independent brands in the outdoors and hunting industry.
Join our $10,000 Gear Giveaway to support independent companies that we know, trust, and believe are worthy of your support.
THE GIVEAWAY — https://exomtngear.com/giveaway

After an unconventional start to his big game hunting experience, Jim had some unconventional hunting success this past fall. Jim, who is a listener of the show and an everyday hunter from Tennessee, joins us on this episode to share the story of his Montana elk and mule deer hunt from this past fall. This unconventional success story is entertaining, informational, and inspiring.
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Mark and Steve are joined by co-co-Host, Jakey. They tell the story of Jake's mule deer season, his younger brother's big buck, and what Jake learned on this coveted tag. Before they all get to work catching up from Exo's recent once-a-year sale, they also answer listener questions about the best hunting show. No, not a TV show, but the best in-person show or "expo" to attend for big game hunters.
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20% OFF for a limited-time. All Exo Mtn Gear packs, accessories, and logo gear is on sale. That also includes Hunt Backcountry Podcast logo gear!
SAVE NOW: https://exomtngear.com/sale
We will be back to regular podcasts next week. Enjoy your Thanksgiving!

Today's episode is another "After" podcast from the "Before & After the Hunt" podcast series with people just like YOU... listeners of the podcast.
Our guest, Jeff, joined us in Episode 365, before joined a group of guys to hunt bears in New Mexico. Their hunt did not go according to plan, but they learned some extremely valuable lessons from their experience — and in this episode, you can learn from those lessons and experiences.
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