Gritty Podcast

EPISODE 14: Is This Pack Adjusted Right?

“You think 100 sit-ups is a bunch? Hike 4 miles with that gorilla hanging off you. Your abs are so burnt!” This week on Gritty Bowmen, shockingly! Aron Snyder and I talk about backpacks. Aron gives his tips on how to properly wear and fit a backpack. Aron tells me that “the chest strap is not a come-along choker strap” and shares other such nuggets of information. And as usual, Aron does not keep his opinions to himself and neither do I. So, we tried not to offend anyone but we probably failed. ...

EPISODE 13: Why Is Your Backpack So Freakin' Heavy?!

This week on Gritty Bowmen we meet again with Aron Snyder of Kifaru International to talk about why your pack is so freakin’ heavy. At the end of this podcast you will know what Aron does to lighten his backpack. As Aron explains in this podcast, most guys pack for Siberia but go to Africa. Aron will also teach you how to modify your gear to make it lighter without sacrificing function. But you’ve got to be carful doing this. As Aron said, “Brian, “When you start hacking parts off your pack and ...

EPISODE 12: Prince of Wales Black Bear Hunting Tactics

This week on The Gritty Bowmen Podcast we share the bear hunting tactics we used hunting Prince of Wales Island in South East Alaska along with some of the challenges of hunting there. If you like this Podcast, please go to our website at www.grittybowmen.com and sign-up for our newsletter. You can listen to the audio-only version of this podcast on iTunes . Featured in this Podcast: Shelter Cove Lodge Log Cabin Sporting Goods Store Alaska Fish and Game Bear Hunting Kifaru International Backpack...

EPISODE 11: 200 Days In The Field What Are You Eating? With Aron Snyder

EPISODE 11: 200 Days In The Field What Are You Eating? With Aron Snyder This week on Gritty Bowmen we meet again with Aron Snyder of Kifaru International. Aron is the previous owner of Rokslide, which is an internet hot spot for all things related to DIY backcountry hunting. In this podcast you’ll hear Aron’s strategies for taking care of his physical health--like how he eats in the backcountry and how he tries to sleep. You’ll hear why these things are important. And perhaps you’ll gain some va...

EPISODE 10: What's In Your Pack? With Aron Snyder

In this episode of The Gritty Bowmen Podcast we are back with Aron Snyder discussing what he caries in his backpack--his favorite gear and why. This podcast is packed with useful information for all backcountry hunting junkies and weekend warriors alike. SHOW NOTES FOR EPISODE 10: What's In Your Pack? With Aron Snyder Water Purifier: SteriPEN Water Purification | UV Water Purification shemagh Turban thing that covers head and neck humangear - capCAP Lid for water bottle Nalgene | The original wa...

EPISODE 9: To Shave Or Not To Shave

In this Episode of The Gritty Bowmen Podcast we talk to Aron Snyder. Aron is the R&D (research and development) guy at Kifaru Internation and a well-known backcountry hunting enthusiast. Aron is also the previous owner of Rokslide, an internet hot spot for all things related to DIY backcountry hunting. As you listen you'll be wondering if you should shave your body smooth like an olympic swimmer (OR NOT), you'll learn about chaffing while in the backcountry and what you can do about it, you'...

EPISODE 8: Gritty Camera Gear: What We Use

This week on Gritty Bowmen we talk about some of the camera gear we use to film our hunts and make our movies. We don’t claim to be professional cameramen at Gritty Bowmen. There are a lot of guys out there who know a lot more than we do about filmmaking. And that’s great. But when I was getting into filmmaking I had difficulty finding the resources I needed to step up my game. By the end of today’s podcast you’ll have a clear understanding of the equipment we use and we’ll provide you with some...

EPISODE 7: Ghosts of The Pacific: Blacktail Tactics on Small Acreage w/Brian Call of The Gritty Bowmen

This week on Gritty Bowmen we hear from Brian Call. He takes us to where he grew up and where he now chases big Blacktail deer. He shares his love of Blacktail Deer and gives some insight about their behavior, as well as the tactics he has utilized to draw more deer to his small acreage. Please take a moment to leave us a rating or a review on iTunes and or our Youtube channel. And as always, Stay Gritty....

EPISODE 6: Can You Shoot? Buck Fever, Trigger Panic, Improve Your Shooting with Cory Miller

This week on Gritty Bowmen we go back to Rainier Oregon to talk archery shooting with our friend Cory Miller, owner of triple-x archery shop. We chat with Cory about common archery shooting mistakes that guys make and how to improve your shooting. We talk about his struggle with trigger-panic, a common problem among avid archers. Cory tells us some of the strategies he used to overcome the problem. And we talk about buck-fever. How do you overcome it? And how do you make that critical shot in th...

EPISODE 4: Are You a Stalker? Stalking Monster Mule Deer w/South Cox & Stalker Stickbows Part 2

That’s it for EPISODE 4 of the Gritty Bowmen podcast. Part 2 of Are you a Stalker? Stalking Monster Mule Deer w/South Cox & Stalker Stickbows. I got a lot of information out of these two podcasts with South on how to kill a monster mule deer. In summary, South explained the need to have a positive attitude and Mental Toughness. Another key to his success is that South gets remote with a focus on wilderness areas. And South looks for hunting grounds with what he calls “Micro Topography” . Sou...

EPISODE 3: Are You a Stalker? Stalking Monster Mule Deer w/ South Cox & Stalker Stickbows Part 1

Hello, and welcome! I’m Brian Call. This is episode 3 of the Gritty Bowmen Podcast. On this episode of the Gritty Bowmen podcast we talk with South Cox of Stalker Stickbows. South talks about the things every hunter needs to succeed; Getting Remote, Positive Attitude, Physical Preparation, Mental Toughness/Tenacity and Terrain. If you like this Podcast, please subscribe on our website. You can listen to the audio-only version of this podcast on iTunes . Featured in this podcast: www. stalkerstic...

EPISODE 2: Are You A Dragon Slayer?

Hello, and welcome to the Gritty Bowmen podcast. I’m Brian Call. This is episode 2 of the Gritty Bowmen Podcast. On this episode of the Gritty Bowmen podcast we talk about elk calling strategies with Jason Phelps, owner of Phelps Game Calls and we talk to Cory Miller, owner of xXx Archery about elk calling strategies and what it takes to be a "Dragon Slayer." If you like this Podcast, please subscribe on our website. You can listen to the audio-only version of this podcast on iTunes . Featured i...

EPISODE 1: Why Do Kifaru Backpacks Cost So Freakin' Much? with Aron Snyder