KIFARUCAST

Optics Review Part 1

In this episode Aron discusses the performance of $1,000 optics in various situations, including low light, clarity, durability, and manufacturers warranty.
 
1k optics reviewed:
Leica trinovidvortex razorMaven B2Zeiss ConquestNikon Monarch HGMeopta MeostarSteiner HX

Socked In

Phil Mendoza, owner at No Limits Archery, and creator of the Alpha Bowhunting Challenge, re-joins the podcast and recounts harrowing weather conditions with Aron and Frank while sheep hunting.  Apologies to the fine folks in Australia and New Zealand...just wait for it.
 
About Phil Mendoza:
Hunting and family have always gone hand in hand since I was first able to join my dad and uncles on their annual big game hunts. I have been fortunate enough to create a business in the field that I love and can't wait to raise my boys in the archery world. With my wife Missy at my side, we have made it our commitment to provide a welcoming atmosphere for anyone wanting to participate in all that archery and the outdoors have to offer.
 
The Alpha Bowhunting Challenge began as an archery competition with a fitness twist. It has since evolved into so much more. We are here to challenge you, teach your, learn from you and encourage you to be the best bowhunter you are capable of becoming.
Topics discussed this episode:
Target Panic and how to build a plan to overcome it
How to develop a bullet proof shot sequence
Hunting goals and building your archery "System" to ensure success
How to Determine your effective range, The Alpha Way
Baseline tests to measure you current abilities
Practice routines to elevate your current abilities
Bow Tuning Basics
Implementing the Alpha Rule of Thirds to situational archery
No Limits Archery Pro Shop Location:
3050 E. 78TH AVE.DENVER, CO 80229PHONE:303.270.0185

Phil Mendoza: No Limits Archery

Phil Mendoza, owner at No Limits Archery, and creator of the Alpha Bowhunting Challenge, joins the podcast and discusses his teaching philosophy with Aron and Frank.  This one is all about compound bows.
 
About Phil Mendoza:
Hunting and family have always gone hand in hand since I was first able to join my dad and uncles on their annual big game hunts. I have been fortunate enough to create a business in the field that I love and can't wait to raise my boys in the archery world. With my wife Missy at my side, we have made it our commitment to provide a welcoming atmosphere for anyone wanting to participate in all that archery and the outdoors have to offer.
 
The Alpha Bowhunting Challenge began as an archery competition with a fitness twist. It has since evolved into so much more. We are here to challenge you, teach your, learn from you and encourage you to be the best bowhunter you are capable of becoming.
Topics discussed this episode:
Target Panic and how to build a plan to overcome it
How to develop a bullet proof shot sequence
Hunting goals and building your archery "System" to ensure success
How to Determine your effective range, The Alpha Way
Baseline tests to measure you current abilities
Practice routines to elevate your current abilities
Bow Tuning Basics
Implementing the Alpha Rule of Thirds to situational archery
No Limits Archery Pro Shop Location:
3050 E. 78TH AVE.DENVER, CO 80229PHONE:303.270.0185

Traditional Archery Round 2

Aron talks about his return to traditional archery, getting aggressive with his middle finger, upcoming hunts, new gear from Kifaru, and upcoming gear reviews.

South Cox - Stalker Stickbows Part 2

In this episode Aron and South discuss the gear they use and the real world experiences they have had with gear failing, from shelters to boots to sleep systems, all is covered in detail.

South Cox - Stalker Stickbows

South Cox’s interest in archery started at the age of five when he found an old wood recurve under a neighbor’s house. Despite having no mentor and growing up in a vegetarian family during his younger years, the instincts of the hunter ran deep. At 16, he shot his first deer with a bow—cementing a lifetime commitment to the sport.

Trad Bow Hunting with Tom Clum

Tom Clum, owner of Rocky Mountain Specialty Gear joins Aron and Frank on the podcast  Tom was essential in Aron's transition from Compound bow to traditional bow.  In this episode Tom and Aron provide a wealth of knowledge for those looking to get into traditional bow hunting.  You can truly get a sense of Tom's passion for traditional bows, and his willingness to share his knowledge and wisdom with others looking to get into bow hunting.  Tom started RMSGear from the ground up. Thousands and thousands of arrows later he has been blessed with many true friendships and is fortunate to enjoy life in a great atmosphere every day. Tom has been bow hunting since 1976 and shooting a traditional bow since 1982. He has successfully hunted many species with the stick and string.

Floorless Shelters Q&A

Floorless Shelters Q&A
 
Talk about setting up on snow, and dealing with mud in the shelter 00:01:28 - 00:15:30
How do you run your guy outs so you can periodically tighten them to re tighten the shelter: 00:15:30 - 00:18:05
Does a floorless shelter make sense in a desert environment: 00:18:07 - 00:20:30

Not Sure We Should Talk About This

Not Sure We Should Talk About This
Food, clothing, camp stoves and more, Frank and Aron cover a broad spectrum of gear that worked best for them in 2017.  Frank drops info on new gear coming out in 2018 from Kifaru, and Aron covers upcoming gear from other outdoor companies.  Sadly, Even though Frank and Aron live in the same house, Aron admits he kept Humble Foods to himself while Frank suffered in the backfield with Ramen and Tuna...and of course Spam, but at least Frank loves Spam.

Photo Series Part 3

Photo Series Part 3
There is no easy button in photography.  The learning curve is steep, but the rewards last a lifetime.  Aron covers what he has learned when first starting out in photography, from the fundamentals, to learning his own style.  Be sure to leave comments and questions for Aron, and look for podcasts with other professional photographers in the future.