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Avid bowhunter, Curt Geier (Working Class Bowhunter Podcast) joins Lucas and Michael to recap his memorable 2019 mule deer hunt in Eastern, Oregon. After spending numerous days attempting to use his bow (during rifle season), Curt eventually switched to the rifle and successfully harvested his first mule deer (and first deer with a rifle), ever. Subjects Discussed: The challenges of hunting with a bow v.s. rifle; the ease of Leupold's Custom Dial System; visualizing scenarios before they happen; using a gun your not familiar with; mule deer hunting strategy; and more.

Avid bowhunter and President of Kifaru International, Aron Snyder, joins Leupold CEO Bruce Pettet and VP Tim Lesser to discuss the unique challenges (and advantages) of building American Made products, his thoughts on touring the Leupold factory, a few crazy hunting stories, and more. Subjects Discussed: Manufacturing in America; being able to adapt on the fly; new rangefinder products; competing with Europe and Asia; the Kifaru innovation process; Grizzly hunting stories; and more.

We picked the guests. You asked the questions. Live from SHOT Show 2020, Leupold's Riza & Tim Lesser sat down with David Morris and Mark Newell, hunters and wildlife biologists at Tecomate (wildlife management services, products, and Outdoor Channel shows). Subjects Discussed: Growing and managing deer; establishing Tecomate signature hunting properties; creating a harvest strategy; hunting and filming for television; and more.

Being an American manufacturer is not easy. It takes grit and ingenuity. Join Leupold CEO Bruce Pettet and VP of Product Development Tim Lesser as they answer your questions and dive deeper into our American manufacturing history and how we are addressing the current Covid-19 crisis. We embrace our duty as a true American manufacturer to support our country, our troops, and our neighbors. Because without you, there wouldn't be us. So thank you.

'This or That' gives a quick overview of two topics or products so you can best decide what is right for you. In this episode, Shawn Skipper and Scott Rousseau are joined by Product Specialist Brenton Baer to discuss the popular RX-1600i rangefinder and how it compares and contrasts with the newer RX-2800. Learn more at www.leupold.com

'This or That' gives a quick overview of topics or products so you can best decide what is right for you. In this episode, Shawn Skipper and Scott Rousseau are joined by Observation Manager Zach Bird and Sr. Manager of Product Michael Wunnicke to discuss Leupold's spotting scope models, magnification sizes, and the difference in optical systems.  Learn more about these optics at Leupold.com (Although this episode was previously recorded, the Oregon Ducks did prevail over Skipper's prediction and won the 2020 Rose Bowl over Wisconsin.)

We make the lightest, clearest, and most rugged rifle scopes, spotting scopes, binoculars, and rangefinders you'll ever use. Now, we're applying this same expertise to a new line of Performance Eyewear, so you can experience Leupold's rugged clarity every day. Join Scott, Lucas, Zach, and Michael as they dive deep into the development of this new product line and why it's purpose-built for both the hunter and shooter. Shop All Styles Now at www.leupold.com/performanceeyewear

'This or That' gives a quick overview of two topics or products so you can best decide what is right for you. In this episode, Shawn Skipper and Scott Rousseau are joined by Product Specialist Brenton Baer to discuss the VX-3i LRP (Long Range Precision) riflescope line and how it compares and contrasts with the newer Mark 5HD models. Learn more at www.leupold.com

We picked the guests. You asked the questions. Live from SHOT Show 2020, Leupold's Riza Lesser and Shane Meisel sat down with Mike Robinson, one of Britain’s most prominent game chefs, a champion of wild food, and host of Farming The Wild on the Outdoor Channel.  Subjects Discussed: Serving wild game in restaurants; Managing and harvesting deer; The Michelin-star rating system; The difference between hunting, stalking, and shooting; Farming The Wild Season 2; and more.

'This or That' gives a quick overview of two topics or products so you can best decide what is right for you. In this episode, Shawn Skipper and Scott Rousseau are joined by Product Specialist Brenton Baer to discuss the popular VX-5HD riflescope line and how it compares and contrasts with the newer Mark 5HD. Learn more at www.leupold.com  

We picked the guests. You asked the questions. Live from SHOT Show 2020, Leupold CEO Bruce Pettet sat down with legendary hunter and conservationist, Jim Shockey, to ask him your questions submitted on Instagram. Subjects Discussed: Jim's first rifle; The best big-game caliber; Similarities between muzzleloader and archery; Jim's Hand of Man Museum; and more.

'This or That' gives a quick overview of topics or products so you can best decide what is right for you. In this episode, Shawn Skipper and Scott Rousseau are joined by Observation Manager Zach Bird and Sr. Manager of Product Michael Wunnicke to discuss Leupold's binocular models, magnification sizes, and tips for checking clarity and contrast before purchase. Learn more about these optics at Leupold.com

We picked the guests. You asked the questions. Live from SHOT Show 2020, we are joined by Colion Noir - gun-rights activist, lawyer, news commentator, and host of the NRA Freestyle web series "NOIR". Leupold's Shane Meisel and Riza Lesser sit down with Colion to talk gun rights and ask him your questions. Subjects Discussed: Colion's first firearm experience; Understanding different perspectives; Being reasonable in the face of attack; The one gun Colion would own; 9mm vs. 45mm; and more.

'This or That' gives a quick overview of two topics or products so you can best decide what is right for you. In this episode, Shawn Skipper and Scott Rousseau are joined by Product Specialist Brenton Baer to discuss the legendary VX-3i riflescope and how it compares to the newer VX-5HD. Learn more about these optics at Leupold.com

We picked the guests. You asked the questions. Live from SHOT Show 2020, Leupold's Lucas Burt and Scott Rousseau sit down with beloved public land hunter and conservationist, Randy Newberg, to ask him your questions submitted on Instagram. Subjects Discussed: Randy's first rifle; Getting starting making hunting films; Using .308 caliber for elk hunting; Understanding wind and thermals; The story of Randy's first deer hunt; A New Gerber knife designed by Randy; and more.

'This or That' gives a quick overview of two topics or products so you can best decide what is right for you. In this episode, Shawn Skipper and Scott Rousseau are joined by Product Specialist Brenton Baer to discuss the new VX-Freedom riflescope line and how it compares to the VX-1 and VX-2 scopes it replaced. Learn more about the VX-Freedom: https://www.leupold.com/product-series/vx-freedom  

We picked the guests. You asked the questions. Live from SHOT Show 2020, we are joined by active, Ranger-qualified, Green Beret Special Forces sniper and a retired MMA fighter, Tim Kennedy. Leupold's Shane Meisel and Tim Lesser sit down with Tim to recap his eventful 2019 and ask him your questions. Subjects Discussed: A new baby on the way; Learning self-defense with SheepDog Response; Tim teases his new book; Analysis on UFC 246; Favorite rifle to take into battle; Dan Henderson makes an appearance; and more.

2020 is officially here and we've been working on some awesome new optics we know you'll enjoy. Join Shawn, Scott, Tim, and Nic as they discuss the newest riflescopes, red dots, and more that are being unveiled this year at SHOT Show.  Subjects Discussed: An awesome upgrade to the VX-3i; illuminated and AR models in the VX-Freedom; a new Delta Point Pro; and an entirely new product line you can use EVERY day.

Part 2 of the unscripted, wild, and fun mule deer hunt story. In this episode, Lucas spots a Boone & Crockett buck, the weather changes, Curt switches to the rifle, and mental exhaustion sets in. Join Curt Geier (Working Class Bowhunter Podcast), Brandon Palaniuk (Professional Bass Fisherman), and Leupold's own Lucas Burt as they venture into the high country of Eastern Oregon chasing mule deer. Subjects Discussed: Lucas hunts the 'back 40'; the advantages to Leupold's Custom Dial System; feeling confident in your shot; Curt switches to a rifle for the first time ever; dedication to the process; Gordy the Guide; and more.

Hunting season may be nearing an end, but the stories are just beginning. This two-part unscripted, wild, and fun mule deer hunt story is filled with everything you'd expect from a hunting camp - a lot of BS., mistakes, and eventually some success. Join Curt Geier (Working Class Bowhunter Podcast), Brandon Palaniuk (Professional Bass Fisherman), and Leupold's own Lucas Burt as they venture into the high country of Eastern Oregon chasing mule deer. Subjects Discussed: The fallacy of the snooze button; the challenge of bowhunting mule deer during rifle season; 4pt or 8pt; similarities between hunting and fishing; passing up shooter bucks on day one; enjoying the experience over the harvest; and more.