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Long Range Pursuit

Gunwerkswww.gunwerks.com
Long Range Pursuit Podcast, presented by Gunwerks, is the authoritative podcast on all things surrounding the science and techniques of long range hunting and shooting. Aaron Davidson and the Gunwerks crew along with a variety of industry expert guests discuss long range and precision rifle topics from hunting to competition tactics, ballistics, gun setup, gear selection, product design, gunsmithing, bullet performance, and a whole lot more.
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Episodes

EP 165: From Aarons Desk | Air Density and Long Range

Air density can trip some long range shooters up. Aaron takes a few minutes to define air density and some of the terms that surround it, such as station pressure and barometric pressure. He then gives a few rules of thumb that he uses to manage air density in the field.

Sep 18, 202426 minEp. 165

EP 164: Antelope Vs Rangefinders | Instructor's Corner

The LRU Instructors are at it again. Today they discuss Rangefinders and the challenges they face when antelope hunting. These challenges are top of mind as they train with clients in New Mexico in preparation for an antelope hunting event. https://www.gunwerks.com/

Sep 11, 202444 minEp. 164

EP 162: Special Guest | Kalan Lemon

Kalan Lemon of Wade Lemon Hunting joins us to discuss hunting in Kamchatka Russia. Join us to discover if hunting some of planet Earth's largest moose and brown bears appeals to you. https://wlhunting.com/ https://www.gunwerks.com/

Aug 28, 202447 minEp. 162

EP 161: Special Guest Cliff Gray

Special Guest Cliff Gray joins Garrett Wall via the Internet to discuss hunting education. Cliff has had the distinct honor of being featured on various podcasts most notably the Joe Rogan Experience. Garrett and Cliff discuss the value of hunting education and cover some things you can do to further your hunting knowledge and skill set. You can find out more about Cliff at his website. https://pursuitwithcliff.com/

Aug 21, 20241 hr 1 minEp. 161

EP 160: Ask Aaron | What is on your Checklist?

In this Ask Aaron episode, Gunwerks Founder Aaron Davidson discusses what aspects of a hunt might benefit from a checklist. Then he delves into what items might be on his preshot checklist.

Aug 14, 202425 minEp. 160

EP 159: The Accountant | Product Insights

Product Manager Jim Saubier sits down with Aaron Davidson to discuss the development of the latest skunkwerks project, the accountant. Skunkwerks by Gunwerks Limited Runs of Creative Genius

Aug 07, 202442 minEp. 159

EP 158: No More DOPE Cards | Instructor's Corner

LRU Instructor Ian Miner sits down with Gunwerks Founder Aaron Davidson. They debate the merits and role of DOPE cards, Ballistic Drop Compensation, and more. They also discuss the role of new technologies in the current Long Range Hunting Landscape and how those technologies should integrate into your training.

Jul 31, 20241 hr 16 minEp. 158

EP 156: Special Guest Chad Mendes

UFC Fighter Chad Mendes connects with Gunwerks crewmembers Garrett Wall and Jason Byer. They discuss Chad's hunting career and the formation of Finz and Featherz. Chad also reviews his experience getting into long range hunting and going through the Long Range University Curriculum. https://www.finzandfeatherz.com/

Jul 17, 202438 minEp. 156

EP 155: Need For Speed | Product Insights

How fast do we really need a round going? Product Managers Landon Michaels and Jim Saubier meet up to discuss the role speed plays in long range shooting and where Gunwerks is heading with new product development in their ammo and caliber selection.

Jul 10, 202454 minEp. 155

EP 154: NRL Hunter Match Lessons Learned | Instructor's Corner

LRU Instructor Ian Miner spends some time with Landon Micheals Who served as match director at the 2024 Sheep Mountain Shootout. They dive into the lessons learned while hosting the challenging hunting-style competition.

Jul 03, 202459 minEp. 154

EP 153: Wyoming Wild Sheep Foundation

Zach McDermott, President of the Wyoming Wild Sheep Foundation joins Garrett Wall to discuss conservation efforts surrounding the bighorn sheep population in Wyoming. They cover the importance of conservation to support healthy hunting populations and the role of hunting in conservation. https://www.gunwerks.com/ https://www.wyomingwildsheep.org/

Jun 26, 202454 minEp. 153

EP 152: What is it like Hunting in South Africa

While hunting with John X Safaris in South Africa, Aaron sits down with Carl Van Zyl to discuss what hunting in this area is like. Their cumulative experience brings great insight and knowledge to the table.

Jun 19, 202433 minEp. 152

EP 151: Performance Muzzleloading | Product Insights

Gunwerks Product Managers Landon Michaels and Jim Saubier sit down with Garrett Wall to discuss changes in the muzzleloading landscape from different products from Gunwerks to the changes some states have made to their regulations regarding muzzleloader hunting. Connect with excellent Muzzleloading opportunities: https://worldwidetrophyadventures.com/ Learn more about our muzzleloaders: https://www.gunwerks.com/...

Jun 12, 202447 minEp. 151

EP 150: Instructor's Corner | Understanding Optics

LRU Instructor Ian Miner Sits down with Aaron Davidson to discuss the many details of a quality optic. They cover, at length, how rifle scopes are designed and assembled, not only at Revic but across the industry. They dive deep into some of the design choices that manufacturers make. They also cover how those choices affect the customer. If you need help sorting through all the marketing hype in the optics world this podcast is for you. https://revicoptics.com/ https://www.gunwerks.com/...

Jun 05, 20241 hr 43 minEp. 150

EP 149: From Aaron's Desk | Base Wind

Solving the wind variable in long range hunting is often one of the hardest parts of the equation to deal with. Aaron speaks to that challenge and some of the solutions that Gunwerks and revic Optics leverages to help average hunters do extraordinary things.

May 29, 202432 minEp. 149

EP 147: Product Insights | Science of Suppression

Landon Michaels sits down with Josh Moore from our engineering team to discuss the breadth of science behind our suppressor designs. They discuss the past and, more importantly, the future and where our designs are headed. Material science, manufacturing breakthroughs, and design objectives are all part of the conversation. https://www.gunwerks.com/suppressors https://www.gunwerks.com/...

May 15, 202454 minEp. 147

EP 146: Instructor's Corner | Smart Range Finders vs Dumb Range Finders

The Long Range University Team debates the merits of Smart Range Finders vs 'dumb' Range Finders meaning range finders that do not have onboard real-time ballistic solvers. Brian Poor recently demonstrated one example of how this might impact your shot in a real-world shooting situation here: https://youtu.be/ustDGGqCPAc BR4: https://www.gunwerks.com/shop/ay-e1020c-revic-br4-ballistic-rangefinder-21782?category=6#attr= BLR10b: https://www.gunwerks.com/shop/ay-r-e1101-revic-acura-blr10b-ballistic...

May 08, 202445 minEp. 146

EP 145: Muzzleloading in NM and AZ with Spencer Berns

Spencer Berns of G3 Outfitters joins Garrett Wall on the Long Range Pursuit Podcast to highlight the massive opportunities you can leverage in New Mexico. Muzzleloaders open up a whole new slate of units and dates to those willing to take the plunge and learn the ins and outs of muzzleloading. https://www.g3outfitters.com/ https://www.gunwerks.com/ https://www.gunwerks.com/shop/magnus-mz8-rifle-system-22418?category=43#attr=2501,2521,2440,2406,2411,3780,2424,2465,2453,2515,2461,2486,2498,2511,49...

May 01, 202441 minEp. 145

EP 144: From Aaron's Desk | Checklists

Aaron reflects on the value of procedure in achieving positive results in the field. He compares his experience with preflight checklists to a mental checklist that we should implement before every shot we take.

Apr 24, 202436 minEp. 144

EP 143: Ultralight or Just Right?

We explore the ultralight craze, particularly where it pertains to rifle systems. In a world of high-tech materials, carbon fibers, titanium & 3D printing, ultralight is all the rage. But what if we told you the lightest option isn't always the best option?

Apr 17, 202433 minEp. 143

EP 142: Instructor's Corner | Practice Makes You a Bit Better

The LRU Instructors gather to discuss their insights into he virtue of practice when it comes to long range hunting, marksmanship and shooting fundamentals. They are full of pro tips when it comes to how you spend your time at the range.

Apr 10, 202442 minEp. 142

EP 141: From Aaron's Desk | Evaluate Your Field Readiness

Gunwerks Founder Aaron Davidson endeavors to identify concepts and ideas around how hunters should think about and approach field readiness. Not only from a gear standpoint but also our mindset and how we decide whether or not to take a shot. How do we quantify our readiness? Where do we draw the line between a shot that we can make and a shot we should not attempt?

Apr 03, 202433 minEp. 141

EP 140: Hunting with Mike Pilch

Gunwerks Gunner Mitch Libby chews the fat with longtime customer Mike Pilch. Mike shares his journey as a customer and some of his hunting successes along the way.

Mar 27, 202433 minEp. 140

EP 139: Product Insights with Aaron Davidson

Gunwerks Founder Aaron Davidson tackels the many challenges Gunwerks has faced in launching new products from the ground up. He is joined by Product Manager, Landon Michaels, and Engineering Manager, Josh Moore. They dive into detail about the Nexus, Gunwerks Bipod and more. https://www.gunwerks.com/ Elevate Bipod: https://www.gunwerks.com/bipod Nexus: https://www.gunwerks.com/nexus...

Mar 20, 202449 minEp. 139

EP 138: Instructor's Corner | Set Up Your Hunting Rifle in 15 Minutes

LRU Instructor Ian Miner is joined by Gunwerks Gunners Pake Taylor and Ben Titus to discuss how they set up a new rifle before the hunt. Long Range University https://www.gunwerks.com/experiences Free Revic Ops Ballistic App https://www.revicoptics.com/app Garmin Xero C1 Pro Chronograph https://www.gunwerks.com/shop/pd-g25007-garmin-xero-c1-pro-chronograph-24331 https://www.gunwerks.com/ Subscribe to the Gunwerks Youtube channel for more great long shots, tough shots, shooting tips, DIY & Ba...

Mar 13, 202448 minEp. 138

EP 137: The Elevate Bipod From Gunwerks With Mitch and Landon

Gunwerks Gunners Mitch Libby and Landon Michaels unveil the Elevate Bipod from Gunwerks. This product has been in development for years and is now available for purchase. Learn more and purchase here. Gunwerks.com watch on Youtube https://youtu.be/3-B_qwy2UyY

Jul 18, 202337 min
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