The traditions hunters defend even when they make no sense
Hunting has always carried tradition, and that’s part of what draws people in. The problem is when tradition turns…
You’re hunting big game with the wrong cartridge
Most big game hunting failures are not caused by insufficient power. They are caused by cartridge choices that do…
The best high-performance ammo for your next big hunt
“High-performance” hunting ammo is not defined by velocity claims or energy charts. In the field, it is defined by…
Weird things new hunters obsess over that don’t matter much
Every new hunter goes through a phase of worrying about the wrong details. It’s understandable — hunting comes with…
Red Dot vs. LPVO for Real-World Hunting Distances
If you hunt where shots are usually inside 100 yards, a red dot can feel like cheating—in a good…
Why fewer hunters are buying ultralight rifles
Ultralight rifles were once a hot trend because they promised less weight on the hike and easier carry in…
Why animals behave differently during hunting season
Animals don’t suddenly get smarter when hunting season starts. What changes is pressure, and pressure forces fast adaptation. The…
States where hunting pressure is out of control now
Hunting pressure isn’t one thing—it’s the pileup of trucks at the trailhead, the line of headlamps on a ridge…
Gear tradeoffs most hunters don’t even think about
Hunting gear decisions are usually made one item at a time, with each buy justified by a single benefit:…
The most overbought hunting rifles in America right now
You can learn a lot about American hunting culture by looking at what sells the most. The catch is…