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RokcastKilling a Timber GiantIn this episode of the Rokcast, Jaden Bales sits down with Aquila Brown, a BC hunter who flat-out earned a monster timber giant mule deer the hard way. This wasn’t some glass-a-basin-and-pick-a-buck hunt. This was thick, steep, nasty timber on an over-the-counter tag, with almost no visibility and plenty of pressure. Aquila spent close to 20 days scouting and hunting one specific buck and made the decision early that he was either killing that deer or eating the tag.
We dig into how he hunted mule deer where glassing barely works. Trail cameras became his eyes in the woods, snow tr...
2026-02-021h 23RokcastBest Gear of 2025Best Gear of 2025. Listen in as the Rokslide staff weighs in with their favorite gear of the year. Some amazing trophies hit the ground this season and these guys put it all out there. No two items are repeated, which means there is something for everyone. Tune in and find that special piece of gear you didn't even know you needed. Check out Rokslide's Homepage for the in-depth article and product links. https://www.rokslide.com/
Visit Rokslide’s Rokcast Forum to submit questions, request a topic or give feedback. To be a guest on Tipsy Tuesday please send an email...
2026-01-261h 58RokcastThe Art of Shed HuntingArt “the Shedaholic” Hayes joins Jaden & Robby today for a deep, story-driven dive into shed hunting that goes way beyond picking up bone. Art shares the unforgettable moment that started it all, finding a massive whitetail deadhead as a 12-year-old in Montana, and how that single day launched a lifetime obsession.
From the wild early days when antlers piled up untouched on public land, to today’s reality of pressure, boot tracks, and competition, Art walks listeners through how shed hunting has changed over the last four decades. Along the way, he tells incredible stories of giant mule deer and whitet...
2026-01-191h 50RokcastTT#72 Conquering the Super 10: Mike Kentner’s Hunting JourneyIn this episode of Tipsy Tuesday, host Sam Weaver interviews hardcore hunter Mike Kentner, who shares his journey towards completing the Super 10 hunting challenge. Mike discusses the various species he has hunted, the challenges he faced, and the importance of preparation, equipment, and mental fortitude in hunting. He emphasizes the value of experiences over trophies and encourages listeners to pursue their hunting goals, regardless of their background or resources. The conversation covers a wide range of topics, including hunting techniques, equipment choices, and the emotional highs and lows of the hunting experience. Talk then shifts towards the other Rokslide.com...
2026-01-1351 minRokcastSpring Black Bears with Joe KondelisSpring black bear hunting is one of the most misunderstood and hardest hunts in the West. In this episode of the Rokcast, Jaden sits down with Joe Kondelis, founder of the American Bear Foundation, to break down what it actually takes to find and hunt black bears in the spring. From early failures and lost bears to dialing in habitat, green-up, and timing, Joe shares the hard lessons that turned frustration into long-term success in the bear woods. They dig into what makes good black bear country and how spot-and-stalk and still-hunting strategies change as spring progresses.
The conversation also dive...
2026-01-051h 26RokcastTT#71 Trail Goods Company – Partnering with Hunters for Epic AdventuresTT#71 kicks off with Luke Pearsall from Trail Goods Company, who shares insights into the challenges and successes of producing freeze-dried meals for hunters. Luke discusses the importance of creating meals that are both delicious and practical for backcountry adventures, bringing the comfort of home-cooked food to the wilderness, enhancing the overall experience for hunters. Next, Brad Brooks from Argali Clothing Project talks about the launch of their new technical clothing line, designed specifically for Western hunters. Brad emphasizes the need for high-quality, functional clothing that meets the demands of serious outdoor activities and shares the meticulous process behind developing...
2025-12-301h 13RokcastWyoming Elk with Biologist Lee KnoxIn this episode, Jaden Bales dives into Wyoming’s elk program with one of the most knowledgeable (and hardest-hunting) biologists in the state: Lee Knox of Wyoming Game & Fish.
With Wyoming’s elk application deadline coming up fast, we wanted to give listeners a deeper look at how the Cowboy State actually manages its elk herds — from general tags to limited quota seasons to the bull ratios that drive opportunity across the board. If you’ve ever wondered why Wyoming’s elk hunting is so consistently good, this conversation breaks it down.
Lee and Jaden talk through Wyoming’s entire elk framework...
2025-12-221h 02RokcastTT#70 Chasing the Grand Slam: A Sheep Hunter’s JourneyTT#70 has Sam Hays sharing his incredible journey of completing sheep hunting's Grand Slam, which includes harvesting a Dall, Stone, Rocky Mountain, and Desert sheep. Sam discusses the challenges and logistics involved in each hunt, the importance of gear and preparation, and the physical conditioning required for such demanding hunts. Talk turns to the role of outfitters in facilitating successful hunts and offers valuable advice for all aspiring sheep hunters. His experiences highlight the thrill of mountain hunting and the significance of conservation efforts in preserving sheep populations. Next up is Austin Bernskoetter and the innovative products from Grakksaw, like...
2025-12-161h 08RokcastUtah Buck Data & New Co-Host Jaden BalesSpecial episode...we'll be talking about latest collar data out of Utah, and welcoming a new co-host to Rokslide.
We had Randy Larsen of BYU on the Rokcast this spring here https://www.rokslide.com/bucks-vs-fawns-with-randy-larsen-wildlifeprof/
We're checking back in today with updated collar data from Utah. This info is hot off the press and can help you better understand buck harvest across both general and limited quota units in Utah. How many bucks do hunters really harvest compared to herds with no hunting pressure? The answer will surprise you. They also talk about what the collar data shows on...
2025-12-081h 25RokcastTT#69 Colorado’s Battlefield Report with Dan GatesIn this conversation, Dan Gates discusses the ongoing challenges and strategies in wildlife management in Colorado, particularly in the face of anti-hunting legislation. He emphasizes the importance of community engagement, funding, and the role of women in conservation efforts. The discussion also highlights the persistence of anti-hunting organizations and the need for a united front among sportsmen and women to protect hunting rights and wildlife management practices.
We then talk to Cody Rich and David Sharpe of Bridger Watch. They discuss the evolution of hunting technology, focusing on the challenges and limitations of using mobile maps for navigation in the...
2025-12-021h 19RokcastBig Buck Down & Coming Out LightRobby hosts today's hunting big mule deer episode with a few of his buck-huntin' friends, Travis Hobbs & Corey Dixon. Rumor has it that Travis broke his 2-year slump on big mule deer. They break down what it took and share a few things they've learned about hunting big mule deer that could help you.
See the score sheet at https://www.rokslide.com/category/podcast/
Then Corey and Robby give a run-down on hunting mid-October big mule deer. While you can leave your kill-kit at home for many of these hunts, they can also turn on a dime if you h...
2025-11-102h 16RokcastTT#67 Saddle Hunting Whitetails with Jordan BuddIn this Tipsy Tuesday, Sam Weaver and Jordan Budd delve into the world of whitetail hunting, focusing on the saddle hunters latest gear and techniques. They discuss the transition from guiding to personal hunting, the advantages of using saddle hunting systems, along with the importance of comfort and mobility in the tree. The conversation also covers efficient packing strategies, the learning curve associated with saddle hunting, and the new gear offerings from First Light tailored for whitetail hunters. Talk then shifts towards the other Rokslide.com gear reviews and a recap of the latest Western news.
Kifaru Hell Bender thread-https://r...
2025-11-0449 minRokcastTT#66 The Art of Coyote Hunting with Zero Fox GivenIn TT#66, Sam speaks with the guys from Zero Fox Given about predator hunting, specifically focusing on coyote hunting. They discuss their experiences, techniques, and the importance of using the right gear, including thermal technology. The conversation covers various aspects of hunting, from understanding the hunting process to tips for entry-level hunters. They emphasize the significance of adapting to changing conditions and learning from experience to improve hunting success. Talk then shifts towards the other Rokslide.com gear reviews and a recap of the latest Western news.
Zero Fox Given LLC-https://zerofoxgivenllc.com/
Best Elk Hunt Photo contest- https://rokslide.com...
2025-10-3032 minRokcastMid-Season Big Buck TacticsRobby hosts the Rokcast today, covering all-things mid-season big buck tactics. From mid-October until the early rut in early November, a hunter usually experiences some the hardest days for finding big mule deer. It could be the hunting pressure bucks have already felt, thick coats that keep them in the cover longer, or their solitary nature once the bachelor herds break up. No matter what it is, it can be a tough time to hunt.
Even with these factors working against a hunter, there are still some tactics that can work. Robby dives into the advantage that the brief window k...
2025-10-2746 minRokcastTT#65 Chasing Adventure: Justin Crossley’s African SafariTT#65 In this engaging conversation, Justin Crossley shares his thrilling experiences from a recent hunting trip in Africa. He discusses the extensive planning involved in preparing for the journey, the unique wildlife encounters during the safari, and the luxurious yet rustic accommodations. Justin also addresses common misconceptions about hunting in Africa, emphasizing the excitement and challenges of the hunt. He highlights the importance of photography in capturing memories and reflects on the bonding experience with his wife throughout the trip. Later Mike Moore jumps on and discusses two outdoor jackets: the Kuiu Kenai and the Outdoor Vitals Vario. He explores...
2025-10-0754 minRokcastStill-Hunting Big Bucks & Film DropRobby hosts a huge episode on the the two-year chase for a big typical, a film drop with Matt Tillotson, and Still-Hunting with Braxton Hamilton. He also shares a metric he tracks to get a feel for how many big bucks are available vs the population of total bucks. He calls it the "shooter/bucks ratio" and it can be very telling. It might even keep you encouraged to keep hunting even when buck numbers seem low.
Matt Tillotson's film can be seen here https://www.youtube.com/@Matt_Tillotson
Also, be sure and subscribe to the Rokcast. If we’ve...
2025-09-292h 00RokcastTT#64 Josh Boyd Elk Hunting Strategies for Every SeasonIn this episode of Tipsy Tuesday, host Sam Weaver and longtime staff member Josh Boyd discuss various aspects of elk hunting, including strategies for early and late seasons, the transition to rifle hunting, and the importance of understanding elk behavior. They share personal experiences, tips for tracking elk, and insights on gear preparation for cold weather. The conversation emphasizes the need for adaptability in hunting techniques and the value of learning from past experiences. Talk then shifts towards the other Rokslide.com gear reviews and a recap of the latest Western news.
Best Elk Hunt Photo contest- https://rokslide.com/for...
2025-09-2351 minRokcastAaron Davidson of GunwerksOn this Rokcast, Ryan talks with the polarizing CEO of Gunwerks, Aaron Davidson (to note there is some foul language in this episode). Here we discussed the importance of checklists in hunting and how to utilize them consistently, the usage of stocks with cheekpieces, and the infamous scope drop test.
If you liked this episode or previous ones, be sure to subscribe to the Rokcast. If we've earned a 5 star review, by all means, leave us a 5 star review!
2025-09-152h 02RokcastTT#63 Dirk Durham’s Art of Elk CallingDirk Durham joins us and delves into the art of elk calling. Discover expert techniques and strategies that will transform your elk hunting experience. From understanding elk behavior to mastering the perfect call, we cover it all. Whether you're a seasoned hunter or a curious beginner, this episode offers valuable insights to enhance your skills in the wild by honing the art of elk calling. Josh Boyd jumps on to take us though the Seek Outside 2.0 Cimarron and Redcliff shelters. Talk then shifts towards the other Rokslide.com gear reviews and a recap of the latest Western news.
THEBUGLER YouTube c...
2025-09-091h 01RokcastBIG Buck Stories with the Dirty Giants PodcastRobby hosts Konley Heaton of the Dirty Giants podcast. Konley's been hosting the Dirty Giants since 2020 and has hosted many guests who've taken some incredible bucks all over the West. On today's episode, Konley and Robby jump into at least three big buck stories on bucks from 218" to 234" they've taken. An attentive listener will pick up more than a few tips from this episode.
If you like this episode, jump over to the Dirty Giants Podcast here and subscribe!
https://open.spotify.com/show/3xEJuFm8fEf1A0KDl5luzw
Konley continues to deliver on big buck stories that you're going to...
2025-09-011h 27RokcastTT#62 Brian Barney Hunting Bulls without CallingTipsy Tuesday #62 In this episode Brian Barney shares his innovative strategies for hunting bulls without calling. As the elk season kicks off, Brian dives deep into alternative tactics that promise success even when the elk are less vocal. Tune in to discover how to adapt your approach and enhance your hunting adventures. Don't miss this insightful discussion that could transform your next hunt! Moving on to Rokslide member solarshooter and his data analyses of the Cold Bore Challenge. Discover insights into effective range, hit rates, and the impact of real-world conditions on shooting accuracy. Whether you're a seasoned shooter or j...
2025-08-2653 minRokcastHunting Vampire Bucks & Building an Optics KitRobby is back with a late summer BIG episode.
Today, we cover Building Optics kits with Rokslide optics writer, Matt Cashell. Matt covers a kit with no regard to budget, and a kit if you need to spend less but still get great performance.
Matt covers chest bino, spotter, tripod, rangefinder, and optics accessories
Then Robby recasts an episode from the Run the Rack Outdoors Podcast with Weston Homa
https://runtherackoutdoors.com/podcast/
They talk early season mule deer, hunting vampire bucks, hunting with sun, and even more. If you like the vibe, be sure and subscribe to the Run...
2025-08-181h 50RokcastTT#61 Gear and Skills for Success with Aron SnyderTipsy Tuesday #61 Aron Snyder dives into the importance of quality gear for hunting and backpacking, innovations in outdoor equipment, and the significance of knowledge and experience in the field. Sam and Aron explore various topics including layering techniques, the pros and cons of different shelters, and the nutritional needs of outdoor enthusiasts. The discussion emphasizes that while having the right gear is essential, understanding how to use it effectively and being comfortable in the outdoors is equally important. Moving on with Zach Harold's massive in-depth bow review that includes insights on the bows tested and explains the rigorous testing process...
2025-08-121h 18RokcastTcams, Point Creep, Scouting, & The Hunt Source PodcastRobby hosts a multi-topic episode on all things mule deer scouting from Tcams, Point Creep, Scouting, & The Hunt Source Podcast, it's all here.
Mark Olis of Moultrie stops in to talk about the best features on their trail cameras for getting bucks not only on camera, but on video without killing your batteries. Get all the latest from Moultrie here https://www.moultrie.com/edgeseries-edge-3
Robby also gives Travis Hobbs a call for updates on mule deer scouting, the cost of Point Creep, fire season, and dad life
The episode wraps up with a discussion with Kevin Toye of The...
2025-08-042h 04RokcastTT#60 Henry Ferguson Killing Big Muley’s with a BowTipsy Tuesday #60 Today Henry Ferguson delves into the intricacies of deer hunting, discusses strategies, the importance of patience, and the lessons learned from close encounters with big bucks. Explore the art of the shot, the significance of equipment choices, and their impact on Killing Big Muley's. Personal stories highlight successes and failures, emphasizing the need for involvement in conservation efforts to ensure the future of hunting. Moving on with a review of the Allterra Carbon Hunter 3 with Travis Bertrand. Highlighting the stock's design, including the negative comb feature that enhances shooting stability and reduces recoil. Next up Bill Vanderheyden from I...
2025-07-291h 28RokcastGoodbye 270 WSM, Hello 6UMIt's been a while since we've heard from Ryan and Tanya Avery on the Rokcast. They join Robby talking about the season upon us, the arrival of Robby's long awaited Rokstock/Tikka/6UM rifle, and more random thoughts.
Since this episode recorded, Robby's put about 30 rounds through the new Rokstock topped with a Swarovski Z5 2-10X https://www.swarovskioptik.com/us/en/hunting/products/rifle-scopes/z5-i-plus/z5-plus/z5-plus-2-10x42-bt
Shooting the Sierra 115 grain DTAC NR in front of 64.5gr of N570, Robby chronographed the load from his 19-inch barrel at 3155fps (his 270 WSM was...
2025-07-211h 35RokcastTT#59 Wesley Warner Stalking Big Mule Deer BucksTipsy Tuesday #59 Today Wesley Warner shares his passion for stalking big mule deer bucks and the development of his product, the Gulo Stalker shoes. He discusses the importance of scouting, targeting mature deer, and the strategies involved in stalking. Wesley emphasizes the significance of wind and scent management, the role of hunting partners, and the lessons learned from missed opportunities. He also delves into the technical aspects of archery equipment and the mental game of hunting, providing valuable insights for both novice and experienced hunters. Sam gives an overview of the new Matthews arrow vault. Talk then shifts towards the o...
2025-07-1558 minRokcastSouth Cox: Big Bucks Under 20 YardsToday's guest is South Cox, the big-bucks-under-20-yards guy we all love to watch on Youtube
Today's guest is South Cox, the big-bucks-under-20-yards guy we all love to watch on Youtube
Today's guest is South Cox, the big-bucks-under-20-yards guy we all love to watch on Youtube
Today's guest is South Cox, the big-bucks-under-20-yards guy we all love to watch on Youtube
What’s up with South's company: Stalker Stick Bows
Why did South choose the traditional route?
Is mule deer his favorite species to bowhunt?
Some of South's early influential bowhunters like Larry D. Jones & Dwight Schuh
Di...
2025-07-071h 40RokcastTT#58 Scouting Mature Bucks with Brad CarterTipsy Tuesday #58 Scouting Mature Bucks with Brad Carter owner of Altitude Outdoors in Afton Wyoming. The love of Wyoming's high country Mule deer inspired Brad to venture deep into the mountains, inspiring a whole collection of light weight products. Scouting mature bucks in the preseason has enabled Brad to harvest older age class bucks nearly every year. Brad shares his scouting preparation and secrets in today's Tipsy Tuesday. We then are joined by Kyle Sandusky to take us though Howard's Total Vise Legacy Bow Press and Ultimate Bow Vise. Sam then shifts towards the other Rokslide.com gear reviews and...
2025-07-011h 10RokcastGet Better Montana Mule Deer HuntingRobby hosts Sean Clancy & Art Hayes from Citizens for Sustainable Opportunity. These guys are common-sense Montana residents looking for ways to get better Montana mule deer hunting. And no, they don't hate non-residents!
The Citizens for Sustainable Opportunity is a group of concerned hunters, landowners and outfitters looking at ways to change the existing season structure in Montana to address problems as seen by hunters and landowners. You can link their website https://mtseasonproposal.blog/ to view the data and documents.
In this episode, they discuss what avenues there are to improve Montana mule deer hunting, and increase an individual hu...
2025-06-231h 25RokcastTT#57 Bear Defense with Justin RasmussenTipsy Tuesday #57 is Bear defense with Justin Rasmussen of Razco. Justin discusses firearms vs spray and where each shines in deterring an attack, along with the best practice techniques and along with insight on keying into a bear's body language. We jump into Rokslide's Cold Bore Challenge with Justin Crossley. Travis Hobbs covers drought and fire conditions and how to see if they'll impact your hunting unit. All the details of G5 Outdoors newest release with Caleb Sorrells. Tyler Kath of T&K Hunting Gear outlines his company's mission and showcases a few products. Sam then shifts the talk toward...
2025-06-1759 minRokcastOregon Mule Deer: Sweeping Unit Boundary ChangesOn today's episode of the Rokcast, Robby hosts Don Whittaker, Ungulate Coordinator for the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife. Don is on the forefront of redesigning Oregon's Wildlife Management Units to align with the latest research on Oregon mule deer herds. These new "herd units" will replace the former unit boundaries and allow Oregon's wildlife professionals to better manage mule deer. This is cutting-edge wildlife managament that other western states are likely to adopt as we learn more about mule deer and how they utilize a wide range of habitats across North America.
A few of the talking points Do...
2025-06-0959 minRokcastTT#56 Pushing Yourself to Do Hard Things with Dustin DiefenderferTipsy Tuesday#56 Pushing Yourself to Do Hard Things with Dustin Diefenderfer. Dustin Diefenderfer creator of MTN TOUGH challenges us to Do Hard Things every day. Dustin goes into the science behind some of MTN TOUGH's workout programs, explains the four pillars of a balanced lifestyle and takes us though last year's epic Ibex hunt. Jordan Budd introduces the Kifaru Hoodlum generation 2 backpack, then compares and contrasts it to the original bag. Then Brigham Crane gives a deep drive into Outdoor Vitals new and exciting offerings. Ken Trapp from Salmon River Solutions covers their NRL and PRS shooting accessories in this...
2025-06-031h 07RokcastOld School Deer Hunting Tactics with Jaden BalesToday's bonus episode is from the Hunt West Podcast by Jaden Bales
Jaden and Robby dive into old school deer hunting tactics that too many hunters might not think about.
The West is primed for a big growth in mule deer populations, though mature buck numbers in a lot of places are pretty low right now - let alone big special ones. On the back of this, hunters will need to think outside of the box to find bucks in places other hunters are not able to find them. How does someone do that?
Topics discussed:
Adapting to Changing Hunter H...
2025-05-301h 20RokcastBlood in the Tracks: A Mule Deer Manifesto ReviewRobby hosts this multi-topic episode. Front and center is his review on the 2013 book: "Blood in the Tracks: A Mule Deer Manifesto" by Jim Collyer. Robby shares some of the highlights of this great mule deer book on today's episodes. Jim Collyer spent 40 years hunting mule deer before he penned this book, and it shows. Jim has a deep experience hunting mule deer and this book can help anyone in their pursuit. Most mule deer books focus on high country/spot & stalk, but Jim writes about hunting in the timber and some of the old school tactics, like tracking--tactics that a...
2025-05-2644 minRokcastTT#55 Hunting New Zealand with Spartan Precision’s Rob GearingTipsy Tuesday#55 Hunting New Zealand with Spartan Precision's Rob Gearing. Rob takes us along his latest New Zealand hunting adventure, going though some of the terrain challenges and equipment necessary to be successful. Rob also introduces Spartan Precision Equipment's newest and most affordable offering the Javelin Lite. Then Stephen Follett of LS Wild hunting gear takes a deep drive into all their new and exciting offerings. Barrels, Suppressor covers, Knives and Shooting bags are covered this episode. Sam then shifts the talk toward the other Rokslide.com gear reviews and recaps the latest Western news.
Spartan Precision Equipment-https://javelinbipod.com/
L...
2025-05-2045 minRokcastBucks vs. Fawns with Randy Larsen “Wildlifeprof”Randy Larsen, Professor of Wildlife Ecology at BYU is today's guest. A frequent contributor to the Rokcast, Randy brings a depth of knowledge to wildlife management, especially when it comes to mule deer.
On today's episode, Robby and Randy dive into these topics
Buck Survival: what percentage of bucks in the population do hunters really harvest? And are the numbers different in general vs. draw units?
Collared Buck Harvest: Are hunters avoiding shooting radio collared bucks?
Impact of Buck:Doe Ratios on population dynamics, female condition, fawn recruitment
Fawn weights across Utah units
Follow Randy Larsen super interesting Instagram page...
2025-05-121h 15RokcastTT#54 Selecting the Right Arrow with Jace JohnsonTipsy Tuesday #54 Selecting the right arrow with Jace Johnson. Jace's inside knowledge of arrow manufacturing highlights some of the nuances of carbon arrows. We chase down some rabbit holes and learn what is truly important when picking the right arrow. Then Caleb Sorrels from G5 Outdoors talks broadheads, bows, and Montana Rifle Company. Seek Outside's Ryan Sapena takes us though the 2.0 shelter and more. Justus Nielsen from Kings Camo covers some XKG favorites. Howard Mee walks us though how to enter Rokslide.com Cold Bow Challenge. Sam then shifts the talk toward the other Rokslide.com gear reviews and recaps...
2025-05-061h 10RokcastCharting a Future for Montana Mule DeerBrian Wakeling, Game Management Bureau Chief for Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is today's guest, hosted by Robby. Montana is in the process of developing a new mule deer plan. This plan brings together biologists and the public to increase mule deer populations using the best science available. The plan will also address the real threat to mule deer from chronic wasting disease, and improving the hunting experience and landowner relations. This is in important episode for hunters who want to participate in the future of mule deer management in Montana.
You can find more information about Montana's mule deer management he...
2025-04-301h 23RokcastWild Strength with Whitney Tramel & Dan GatesWhitney Tramel is the host of the Wild Strength Podcast. As a hunter and a Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach, she blends the two worlds of fitness and hunting in a unique way. On today's Rokcast episode, we play her interview with Dan Gates of the Coloradans for Responsible Wildlife Management here https://savethehuntcolorado.com/ at the recent Mile High Hunt & Fish Expo in Denver.
They talk about how our win against the anti-hunters on the defeat of Proposition 127 (see We Won here) https://www.rokslide.com/we-won/ can be the framework for the battles to come, including bringing even m...
2025-04-2558 minRokcastTT#53 Bowhunting With Tony Trietch & Jared BloomgrenTipsy Tuesday #53 features bowhunting authorities Tony Trietch and Jared Bloomgren. These bowhunting diehards give us insight into their bow setups, tuning processes, and tips and tricks they use for being so successful. Hear the stories how the 200+ inch Mule Deer and 400+ inch Elk hit the ground. Josh Jensen from SKRE Gear announces the Torrid hoodie and other new releases. Justin Rasmussen joins in and tells what's new over at Razco Gear. Sam then shifts the talk toward the other Rokslide.com gear reviews and recaps the latest Western news.
Rokslide Cold Bow Challenge- https://rokslide.com/forums/threads/2025-cold-bow-challenge.397922/
SKRE...
2025-04-221h 08RokcastRecovering Mule Deer with the Monteith ShopRobby recently interviewed Rebekah Rafferty and Kevin Monteith at the Mule Deer Days in Rock Springs, Wyoming. They talk about what a recovering mule deer herd looks like in the Wyoming Range and beyond.
Topics covered:
Collaring fawns specifically in recent wildfire burns
Determining mortality on adults bucks
What reaching carrying capacity really looks like
No matter where you hunt, there is something to be learned about recovering mule deer herds in this episode
Learn more about Rebekah Rafferty and her Wyoming Range Mule Deer Project
here
See all that the Monteith Shop does here
Monteith Shop – Advancing science and man...
2025-04-141h 15RokcastTT#52 Drew Miles of TricerTipsy Tuesday#52 Drew Miles of Tricer takes us though some of their newest products. Drew explains the design phase, testing process, and releasing the product. Tricer micro panning, window mount, weighted glassing and shooting tripods, the new bipod and so much more are covered in this episode. Jace Johnson explains Arrow-ID the Black Ovis custom arrow builder. Phil Mendoza takes us though the 2nd annual Mile High Hunt and Fish EXPO on April 11th-13th. Sam then shifts the talk toward the other Rokslide.com gear reviews and recaps the latest Western news.
Black Ovis Custom Arrow Builder-https://www.blackovis.c...
2025-04-0850 minRokcastBook: Winning with the Wild LifeRecorded live at the Muley Fanatics Foundation Mule Deer Days in Rock Springs, Wyoming, Robby hosts author Brian Stephens and Outdoor Channel personality Cody Robbins. They talk about Brian's new book, "Winning with the Wild Life". If you want to be not only a better hunter, but a better human, then this book is for you.
Brian explains why he wrote this book and shares some big buck mule deer archery hunts too. Cody pitches in with why Brian is the right guy to write this book. It's a book for the ages and will help hunters not only be m...
2025-04-0349 minRokcastTT#51 Jeremy Dugger on Killing Coyotes and Saving DeerTipsy Tuesday#51 Jeremy Dugger on killing coyotes and saving deer. Jeremy explains how a group of friends sharing information on coyote hunting stands has hugely impacted his local deer units. Jeremy takes us though his process of finding, calling, and efficiently killing coyotes. Mike Moore is back with his Argali Alpine sleeping bag review. Phil Mendoza takes us though the 2nd annual Mile High Hunt and Fish EXPO on April 11th-13th. Sam then shifts the talk toward the other Rokslide.com gear reviews and recaps the latest Western news.
Argali Alpine sleeping bag review-https://www.rokslide.com/argali-alpine-sleeping-bags-review/
Mile H...
2025-03-2552 minRokcastDid Colorado Bucks Survive the 5-year Plan?We're talking Colorado Bucks on today's Rokcast. Robby hosts Brandon Diamond, the Area Wildlife Manager for Colorado’s Gunnison Basin. Like previous episodes he’s been on, Brandon brings a depth of knowledge and experience to managing Colorado’s mule deer. They talk about buck survival after the 5-year plan, and its effect on buck:doe ratios, age class, and more.
They also talk the challenges of managing for a variety of users with increased technology, communication among hunters, and why the rifle seasons in the next 5-year plan didn't move much earlier, even though there was support from the CPW for...
2025-03-171h 37RokcastWestern States Winter UpdateRobby hosts RokStaffer Josh Boyd for a Western States Winter Update. Josh is a professional Hydrologist and keeps a close eye on snowpack across the West. He's a frequent guest on the Rokcast because he is a great resource when determining how the weather affects our big game animals, especially mule deer.
Today, Josh will be giving a West-wide Snowpack update and talk about other water issues like Snow Water Equivalent, Soil Moisture vs. the Drought Monitor, a dying La Nina and more.
Please welcome Josh back to the Rokcast for your Western States Winter Update
See snowpack map here:
S...
2025-03-1350 minRokcastTT#50 HOWL for Wildlife on the OffensiveTipsy Tuesday#50 HOWL for Wildlife on the Offensive features strategist Mike Costello. Mike walks us though the current state of affairs and outlines where hunting can be in 5 years. Learn how to help HOWL for Wildlife go on the offensive to give wildlife management back to the professionals in Colorado. The team from Zero Fox Given joins in to tell what they are all about. Luke Schultz takes us though his Pomoly Circle 6 tent, and Rich Cotte from First Hunt Foundation tells us about some opportunities to give back. Sam then shifts the talk toward the other Rokslide.com gear...
2025-03-1149 minRokcastFawn to Doe Ratios: Predicting Your Mule Deer FutureWith good fawn to doe ratios being reported in multiple western states, Robby talks about how he uses this information to decide where to hunt now and in the future.
He also jumps into other topics:
The National Deer Association report on shifting hunter harvest to more mature bucks
You can read that report here
Mature Buck Harvest Rises to Another New U.S. Record
https://deerassociation.com/mature-buck-harvest-rises-to-another-new-u-s-record/
Also, Robby shares four gross scores from mule deer vs. their lab age results, sent in from a listener. The bucks ranged from four to seven years old. The size of...
2025-03-0359 minRokcastTT#49 Gear Straight from the ExpoTipsy Tuesday #49 Gear Straight from the Expo in Salt Lake City Utah. After roaming every nook and cranny at the Expo here's some gear you might have missed. The newest and best water filtration systems, delicious freeze-dried food, innovative digiscoping setup, micro panning ball head, minimal effort European mounts, supporting veterans in need. All that and more in this Gear Straight from the Expo episode. Sam then shifts the talk toward the other Rokslide.com gear reviews and recaps the latest Western news.
Hardside Hydration-https://www.hardsidehydration.com/
Grakksaw- https://www.grakksaw.com/
Kapture Gear- https://kapturegear.com/
Trail Goods Co...
2025-02-2544 minRokcastIdaho Mule Deer Proposals: You got 4 days!Bonus episode! Due to Western Hunt Expo, we're a bit late getting this to the Rokcast listeners. Idaho released their Idaho Mule Deer proposals to grow more big mule deer, recently. Problem is, now you only have 4 days to comment on these proposals to grow more big bucks. Robby hosts David Vedder of the Southeast Idaho Mule Deer Advisory Group. David explains the proposals they want to send to the Idaho Fish and Game commission if the public approves them, but the comment period is only open until Sunday 2/23/25. This is your chance to have a say in your mule...
2025-02-201h 01RokcastWhat Mule Deer Eat with Luke SchultzIf you've ever wondered what mule deer eat and what it looks like, today's episode is your huckleberry (possible pun intended).
Luke Schultz is a Habitat Biologist for the Wyoming Game and Fish and a wealth of knowledge for mule deer hunters (listen to his last visit on the Rokcast here Mule Deer on the Edge).
Luke and Robby dive into identifying the major (and some minor) plant types that mule deer in the Intermountain West and beyond eat throughout the year. It's an in-depth discussion that also includes a visual aid: A complete thread on Rokslide.com's mule deer s...
2025-02-171h 59RokcastTT#48 Everything Argali with Brad BrooksTipsy Tuesday#48 Everything Argali with Brad Brooks, takes though the origin, and thought process behind Argali Outdoors products. Everything Argali gives Brad's take on best uses of each shelter, gives up the details the new sleeping bag, and even dives into knife design. Brad closes with Argali's vision of the future and ways customers can impact those designs features. Rokslide member Kyle Sandusky reviews the SecureIt Agile Model 52 Pro. Brad Carter joins in to tell us about MTN HNTR out of Afton Wyoming. Sam then shifts the talk toward the other Rokslide.com gear reviews and recaps the latest Western...
2025-02-1148 minRokcastThe Evolution of a Buck Hunter–with Marc SmithRobby hosts Marc "muleyslayer" Smith on today's Rokcast. They talk about their upcoming QnA session at the 2025 Western Hunting and Conservation Expo in Salt Lake City February 13-16th Western Hunting & Conservation Expo – This is Conservation!
They also get into Marc's evolution as a buck hunter. With the sharp and noticeable decline in mule deer buck numbers in the Colorado units Marc has traditionally hunted, he's changing his mindset on just what he'll pull the trigger on in the near future.
Most hunters come to this crossroads in their lifetime and it's a good listen to hear Marc talk about his...
2025-02-061h 42RokcastOld Mule Deer, Rut Wrap, Better Venison & the Blacktail Deer FoundationImage Courtesy of Blacktail Deer Foundation
Another ADD episode from Robby today. He's all over the place from old mule deer books, to listener feedback on the 2024 mule deer rut, to a brighter future for the Blacktail Deer with the creation of the Blacktail Deer Foundation.
Robby also mentions a great mule deer film from a great mule deer hunter that you're gonna wanna watch. Jared Bloomgren just released his short film "Monster Buck with the Mach 30 on Public Land". Besides his Mach 30 PSE bow, he walks us through a recent hunt where he took a good mature mule deer in...
2025-02-0357 minRokcastTT#47 Draw Strategies with Robert HannemanTipsy Tuesday#47 Draw Strategies with Robert Hanneman of Hunting Fool. Find out how to use On X Elite tools to build 5-year, 10-year, and longer-term draw strategies. Robert explains the difference between Hunting fool memberships and OnX Hunt Elite tools and the benefits of each. Robert and Sam dive headfirst into the Wyoming elk application and what you need to know before you apply. Rokslide member Torin Miller reviews the Coros Vertix 2 GPS watch review. Brock Akers is back with a First Lite 308 pant review. Initial Ascent co-founder Dennis Stokes talks packs and new products Rokslide review here. Sam then...
2025-01-281h 14RokcastBowhunting Accuracy: Arrow Speed vs. WeightA guy meets a lot of people on a hunting forum. While you need a good BS detector on forums, you can meet some very knowledgeable people on the interwebs. Robby hosts Rokslide forum member Aaron Tammi on today's episode. Aaron has years of experience in maximizing bowhunting accuracy, competition shooting, and running arrows through the vitals. Robby's always on a quest to improve his archery skills and after giving "heavy" arrows a try, he's going back to his roots: reasonably lighter arrows with more speed. So far he's liking what he's experiencing, including a noticeable increase in accuracy at his...
2025-01-2359 minRokcastNet-Gunning for Big Mule DeerRobby hosts Woodrow "Woody" Myers on today's episode. Woody was a wildlife biologist for the state of Washington for 40 years before retiring and joining the Washington Fish and Wildlife Commission Commission members | Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife He's been instrumental in conserving mule deer in Washington and has a deep historical perspective on challenges for mule deer in the Evergreen State. Woody helped pioneer net-gunning for mule deer, helped defeat development that would have killed critical winter range and migration corridors, and accomplished much more for mule deer. His latest battle is winning for hunters at the Washington Commission level...
2025-01-202h 08RokcastBest Gear of 2024The Best Gear of 2024.
Today's Rokcast features all the Rokslide Staff and their Best Gear of 2024 recommendations. Take a listen and see if your favorites made the list. You might just hear about something new that will make your 2025 season that much better.
Read the Best of 2024 Review here- Best Gear of 2024 Rokslide Edition - Rokslide
Visit Rokslide's Rokcast Forum to submit questions, request a topic or give feedback.
To be a guest on Tipsy Tuesday please send an email to Sam@Rokslide.com
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2025-01-161h 44RokcastTT#46 NRL Hunter with Travis Ishida, Justin Crossley, and Travis BertrandTipsy Tuesday#46 NRL Hunter with President Travis Ishida along with top contenders Justin Crossley and Travis Bertrand. Find out what exactly NRL Hunter is, why it benefits hunters, how to get started, the basic required equipment, finally the tips and tricks to make you successful. Kyle Sandusky is back with a Seek Outside Twilight tent review. Matt Cashell pulls all the stops with his Kifaru KU4300 bag and ARK frame cliff test review. Sam then shifts the talk toward the other Rokslide.com gear reviews and recaps the latest Western news.
NRL Hunter
Howl for Wildlife
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2025-01-141h 05RokcastConservation Easements for Big BucksRobby hosts Kerry Gold & Max Ludington from the Jackson Hole Land Trust on today's episode. Find out how private land that is protected by conservation easements is actually more protected than public land in many cases. They dive deep into everything that conservation easements protect, from big-game migration corridors to prime fawning areas, to stopover areas where big game should spend 95% of their migration if they're to survive the winter. A great in-depth discussion. Learn more about the Jackson Hole Land Trust here Jackson Hole Land Trust | Protecting Land. Connecting People
Be the best conservation minded hunter you can be by l...
2025-01-061h 18RokcastTT#45 Maven Optic’s Cade MaestasTipsy Tuesday#45 Maven Optic's Cade Maestas gives us their origin story and insight into their business model. Cade then moves to some of his favorite Maven Optics and what sets them apart. Mike Moore is back with a Peax vs Stika sleeping bag shootout https://www.rokslide.com/peax-solace-vs-sitka-hyperdown-sleeping-bags/ Brock Akers gives us the low down on Nemo Hornet elite tent https://www.rokslide.com/nemo-hornet-elite-osmo-1p-tent-review/ We find out what Total Vice is all about https://totalvise.com/ Kyle Sandusky brings us the Kuiu Upland vest https://www.rokslide.com/kuiu-upland-field-vest-review/ Sam then shifts the talk towards the other Rok...
2024-12-3148 minRokcastMerry Christmas: The God EpisodeRobby hosts today's special "Merry Christmas" episode of the Rokcast. Besides finishing up the "Complete Mule Deer Hunter" chapter of his book, he also shares the final chapter of the book "Stuff for Christians and Those So Inclined." It's the perfect episode for the season.
God bless us all!
Here is last year's CHRISTmas message: Merry CHRISTmas! - Rokslide
2024-12-2510 minRokcastLate Archery Mule Deer with Brian BarneyLate archery mule deer hunting is a unique but very challenging opportunity, yet Brian Barney tags big mule deer frequently on these hunts. Robby hosts Brian on today's Rokcast to talk about this specific season and how he's been consistently successful. Here's just a few things they talked about on this episode:
Definition of “late archery mule deer”
How are tactics adapted to expected buck behavior?
Hunting with a bow during rifle seasons
How hunting late archery is different than early seasons
How does the stalk to ambush ratio change from early to late season?
Does Brian prefer snow or no sn...
2024-12-231h 42RokcastTriple Big Buck Year with James YatesRobby hosts a great buck hunter on today's Rokcast: James Yates. James has taken nine big bucks in the last several seasons on mostly easy-to-obtain tags, but it was the 2024 season that pushed him over the top. James took three big bucks in just a few weeks' time across three western states. Two of those bucks are knocking on 200" gross, too.
James and Robby jump into how this incredible season unfolded, from the scouting to the starving, the lack of sleep to the seconds leading up to the shots, to the weapons, the areas, and much more.
This is a b...
2024-12-191h 50RokcastTT#44 Steve Evans Journey with Custom RiflesTipsy Tuesday#44 Steve Evans and his journey to build the perfect custom rifle. While Steve has only been into big game hunting for a handful of years, he has built multiple high end custom rifles. He shares experiences along the journey of what to look for in a smith, parts and calibers. Matt Cashell then reviews the Vortex Razor UHD 32mm https://www.rokslide.com/vortex-razor-uhd-32mm-binoculars-review/. Sam then shifts the talk toward the other Rokslide.com gear reviews [https://www.rokslide.com/category/gear/] and recaps the latest Western news.
Huntnful review thread- https://rokslide.com/forums/threads/custom-rifle-journey-review-pic-heavy.344621/
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2024-12-1747 minRokcastThe Intersection of Hunting Big Mule Deer & Big WhitetailRobby hosts whitetail hunter Beau Martonik of the East Meets West podcast. In this episode, they dive deep into the intersection of hunting big mule deer and big whitetails. Although two different species living in different habitats, these guys have discovered there is an overlap in behavior of the big bucks of both species. Overlaps like an affinity for heavy cover, similar home ranges (at certain times of the year), and the ability to evade most hunters. They also discuss the differences in the pursuit of the best bucks of each species.
Beau Martonik talks about how he uses trail came...
2024-12-121h 36RokcastTT#43 Travis Hobbs Alaskan Brown Bear HuntTipsy Thursday #43 is Travis Hobbs Alaskan Brown Bear hunt. Travis walks us though the entire process from outfitter selection to the gear he used that made this adventure successful. If an Alaskan Brown Bear hunt is on your bucket list give Travis's tips and tricks a listen. then Matt Cashell reviews the Kowa 55 TSN. Sam then shifts the talk toward the other Rokslide.com gear reviews [https://www.rokslide.com/category/gear/] and recaps the latest Western news.
Matt Cashell Kowa 55 TSN review-https://www.rokslide.com/kowa-prominar-tsn-55a-review/
Howl for Wildlife https://www.howlforwildlife.org/take_action
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2024-12-0554 minRokcastRifles for Hunting Big Mule DeerCorey's Big Buck Taken at 70 yards
It's all about rifles for hunting big mule deer on today's episode. Robby hosts fellow buck hunter Corey Dixon to talk about how they both arrived at similar rifle systems independent from one another. They talk about average shot distance on their last 10 big mule deer and why this distance requires a certain class of rifles and optics (they're not saying other systems won't work). These 10 different scenarios also demonstrate why a hunter needs to be able to react quickly on some shots and needs a fast-handling, quick-shooting rifle.
A few highlights of their rif...
2024-12-0234 minRokcastGet Better Mule Deer HuntingPhoto Courtesy of Dustin Wittwer/The Huntian
Everyone wants better mule deer hunting, but what is that really? Bigger herds? Better bucks? Better draw odds? Less opportunity for other hunters besides ourselves? Or something else altogether?
Travis and Robby discuss some changes that could be on the horizon in at least three western states: Utah, Idaho, and Wyoming.
Travis also shares some of scouting experiences since his seasons closed.
If you want better mule deer hunting, you need to get involved now. Below are links to some of the proposals discussed, and links to public meetings (some can be attended v...
2024-11-251h 18RokcastWE WON!Hey Rokcast world! it’s a good day when we can defeat one of the biggest threats mounted against the North American Wildlife Conservation model in decades. Colorado Voters recently defeated Colorado Proposition 127 which would have taken management of Colorado’s mountain lions, bobcats--and potentially all huntable species--out of the hands of wildlife biologists. It was a big win for hunters.
The defeat of Colorado Proposition 127 was led in part by Dan Gates of the CRWM here, among others. Dan was a frequent guest on the Rokcast here Podcast Archives - Rokslide during the last year, helping hunters understand what was...
2024-11-131h 14RokcastMule Deer Rut Update & Buck StoryRobby hosts today's episode. He gives a Mule Deer Rut update and how it relates to the moon phase. Tapping into previously published whitetail research by the late Charles Alsheimer, Robby relates it to what he and other hunters have observed in the field.
Robby also dives into a recent successful buck hunt and an unsuccessful one too, further illustrating the difference in simply moving in deer country and actual still-hunting. He also documents the furthest distance between two sightings of the same buck in the same season but outside of the migration. Even he was surprised.
Finally, he talks ab...
2024-11-071h 21RokcastTT#42 Mark Denham with Outdoorsmans history and innovations.Tipsy Tuesday #42 has Mark Denham general manager of Outdoorsmans sharing his company's history and innovations. Everything from their humble beginnings, to building a product lineup that has revolutionized how hunters use their optics, no stone is left unturned. Mark even spills the secrets of what Outdoorsmans innovations are in the works. Matt Cashell takes a deep dive into the Ziess Conquest HDX. Lathrop and son's details what's important with boot outsoles. Sam then shifts the talk toward the other Rokslide.com gear reviews [https://www.rokslide.com/category/gear/] and recaps the latest Western news.
Outdoorsmans Tripod Holster-https://outdoorsmans.com...
2024-11-0548 minRokcastHunting The Leaf-off WindowRobby hosts today's Rokcast. He's been in mule deer country a lot lately, so these tips are hot off the press. He talks about the short window of opportunity to find big bucks that leaf-off offers. It's a prime but limited opportunity to catch a big buck with his pants down (Robby once saw a buck wearing pants...First Lite if he remembers correctly.) Robby tells a story of finding bucks right after leaf-off. Listen in to also understand the difference between just moving in mule deer country and effectively still hunting. Learn to hunt leaf-off and polish your still h...
2024-10-2837 minRokcastTT#41 Jordan Budd’s Tips on Finding and Killing the Big OneTipsy Tuesday #41 has Jordan Budd who is notorious for finding and killing the big one of whatever species she is chasing. Today Jordan takes us through her eyes as a whitetail guide in Nebraska and drops her tips for finding and killing the big ones in the semi open mid-west. Ty Hinds from BlackOvis is back sharing the terrace pant, mesa heavyweight hoody, and palisades glassing mitt. Mark Olis from Moultrie shares tips to maximize the effectiveness of your camera setup and takes us though the features of the Edge 2 Pro cellular camera. Steven Follet with LS Wild talks about...
2024-10-221h 14RokcastRokcast Reload: Stories from a Wall TentWith the Rokcast hosts in the hills, we dug through the archives and found our #1 downloaded episode of all time for this Rokcast Reload. What made this episode our most popular of all time? A rockstar guest? Top secret knowledge shared? The hottest units to hunt? Nope, none of that silly stuff...
Listen in and find out what Jordan Budd, Travis Hobbs, and Robby Denning are busting up about in this Rokcast reload episode. Then they round out the episode with discussion on hunting the mule deer rut and their late season thoughts.
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2024-10-141h 20RokcastVote No On Prop. 127Vote No On Prop. 127
This is one of our most--very most--important episodes of 2024. Sam Weaver hosts Dan Gates of Coloradans for Responsible Wildlife Managment (C.R.W.M.) Dan is the tip of the spear in defeating Colorado's proposed ban on mountain lion and bobcat hunting: Proposition #127. Dan lays out why every voter in Colorado needs to Vote No On Prop. 127. This Proposition is worded in a way that it will set a precedent to take away your right to hunt all big game in Colorado and eventually all of the United States.
Please take the time to listen to th...
2024-10-081h 14RokcastMarlon Holden: High Level Mule Deer StalkingRobby hosts Marlon Holden on today's episode. Marlon, also known as Graylight Hunter on Instagram, was on the Rokcast in 2023 here. That was one our most downloaded episodes for the year. Listen to today's episode and see why he's so popular. With more than 60 mule deer bucks taken with a bow in less than 20 years, Marlon Holden is beyond a high level of experience in the mule deer mountains.
Find out why some of our preconceived notions about hunting mule deer might be wrong--like shooting at a feeding buck vs. a buck with his head up and alert. The answer t...
2024-10-072h 16RokcastThe Big Rokcast Listeners Q&A EpisodeThis is The Big Rokcast Listeners Q&A Episode! Travis & Robby dive into 30 questions from their Instagram story post in early September. Thanks to all who submitted a question. They cover may topics from hunting around scree fields, to how long to glass an area, to Juniper's role in mule deer habitat, and even their thoughts on grouse.
All mule deer hunters can take something from the The Big Rokcast Listeners' Q&A Episode.
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2024-09-301h 06RokcastTT#40 Jake Powers on healthy living and leadership.Tipsy Tuesday #40 has Jake Powers- Director of Community at MTN OPS gives us some insight into healthy living and leadership. Jake tackles some of the misconceptions about MTN OPS and sets the record straight on what it takes to be a leader in the industry. Listen in as we dive headfirst into the MTN OPS product line up and if supplements will work for you. Then SKRE Gear's Josh Jensen talks about the women's line, new hunting bibs and redesigned pro sock. Ryan Sapena with Seek Outside lays out the 2.0 pack revamping and some new shelter news. ALPS Mountaineering Steve...
2024-09-2459 minRokcastCanadian Archery Mule Deer Hunt WrapTravis & Robby are southbound and mic'd up. They give a wrap up on their recent Canadian Archery Mule Deer Hunt. They talk about the hit list bucks they stalked, including one real giant-of-a-buck. They also discuss the advantages and disadvantages of stalking bucks in truly open country and how this type of hunting reveals the weakness of rangefinders. Listen in about their Canadian archery mule deer hunt and polish up your own stalking game.
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2024-09-231h 39RokcastBIG Buck Stories with Travis & RobbyOn the road again, but this time Travis and Robby are mic'd up to record an episode with two BIG buck stories! One got tagged, one got away--but you'll learn something from both stories.
Hunting Big Mule Deer is a game of emotion, and these two stories explore all the ups and downs of victory and defeat. Listen in and you might take a tip or two that could help you on your next hunt.
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2024-09-162h 40RokcastTT#39 John Barklow: Going Beyond the Gear and Honing Our SkillsetsToday's Tipsy Tuesday has John Barklow: goes beyond the gear to focus on honing our skillsets. John reminds us that woodsmanship is far greater than any gear we can purchase, and that we need to get out there and practice it. Sam then shifts the talk toward the other Rokslide.com gear reviews [https://www.rokslide.com/category/gear/] and recaps the latest Western news.
PEAX Solace Sleeping Bag Review-https://www.rokslide.com/peax-solace-sleeping-bag-review/
Solace Spec's sheet-https://www.peaxequipment.com/products/solace-15-sleeping-bag
Argali Talus Tarp Review-https://www.rokslide.com/argali-talus-review/
Argali Talus Spec sheet-https://argalioutdoors.com/products/talus-tarp
Bowhunting...
2024-09-1048 minRokcastMules vs. Horses, Rangefinders, & Hippie YogaTravis and Robby host another Bearded Wonder, the one and only Ryan Avery. They get into the dedicated rangefinder versus the range-finding bino debate, mules vs. horses, and what it’s like to do yoga with someone who hasn’t showered in three weeks.
Travis and Ryan do a deep-dive into the benefits and how-to of using mules in the backcountry. Travis touches on the interesting term "Hybrid Vigor" here that might explain the differences in mules vs. horses physical and cognitive abilities.
They also mention Jordan Budd's latest mule deer film, Utah Archery Hunt: The Maxxis Buck here great litt...
2024-09-021h 31RokcastBig Mule Deer then and now with David RydellToday's guest is David Rydell who's been chasing big bucks in the back country since the late 1960's. Mr. Rydell gives his unique perspective on Mule Deer then and now. Listen in as we discuss the current state of affairs and how techniques have changed over the decades.
Details on the Rokslide best Hunting Photo contest below-
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2024-08-2942 minRokcastTT#38 Saving a Buck with Robby Denning and Travis HobbsToday's Tipsy Tuesday has all of the Rokcast hosts gathered together discussing what it takes to save a buck on the gear they use. Travis Hobbs and Robby Denning handout their personal "Tips and Tricks" on how and where everyone can pinch pennies to help save a buck on their favorite gear. Sam then shifts the talk toward the other Rokslide.com gear reviews [https://www.rokslide.com/category/gear/] and recaps the latest Western news.
Outdoorsman Quality Used Optics-https://outdoorsmans.com/collections/used-optics
Bowhunting Giant Nevada Elk, Between the Sage & Pine-https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mi7Ev5gdsuI
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2024-08-271h 04RokcastTT#37 Robert Hanneman from Huntin’ Fool talks Youth Hunting OpportunitiesA Tipsy Thursday featuring Robert Hanneman from Huntin' Fool sheds light on available Youth Hunting Opportunities. Robert knows all the ins and outs of western draw systems and which secrets will increase Youth Hunting Opportunities. Afterwards Mike Moore gives us his thoughts on the Stone Glacier Tokeen day pack. Then we have Alps Outdoorz give us some of their favorite products. Lathrop and Sons walks us though the Syngery footbeds. For conversation we hear from the Fiorland Wapiti Foundation and their efforts to save New Zealand's elk herd. Sam then shifts the talk toward the other Rokslide.com gear reviews [h...
2024-08-2253 minRokcastTransitioning from Scouting to Archery SeasonsRobby hosts today's episode of the Rokcast, covering multiple topics. From bow choice dilemma, to the "Art of Sticking Your Head Over the Rise," bucks transitioning from velvet to hard-antlered, to a 45-day buck hunt story, it's all in the episode on scouting to archery seasons
He then chats with Toby Boudreau of the Idaho Fish and Game on mule deer fawn and calf elk over-winter survival before calling Travis Hobbs on his thoughts on scouting so far in 2024. They talk about runt bucks, fuel moisture levels, some welcome rain, and their loose plans to maximize on the bucks they've f...
2024-08-191h 22RokcastHBMD: Glassing for Big Mule DeerRobby hosts today's Rokcast. He covers high-level glassing for big mule deer, and touches on Travis Hobb's recent episode, "Your Angled Spotting Scope is Holding You Back." here
Robby also covers a popular thread in the optics subforum, "Zeiss Victory SF Review," here recently renewed by Rokslide member B_Reynolds_AK on the superb performance of the Zeiss SF 32 mm binocular platform. He makes the case that the SF bumps up against the venerable Swarovski NL 32s. Blasphemy to some, but go check that thread yourself. You can also save some weight and save some money by jumping on that thr...
2024-08-121h 08RokcastTT#36 Scouting with Jared BloomgrenToday we explore how Jared Bloomgren's scouting process continues to put him on great animals even during general seasons. Jared explains what he's looking for during boots on the ground and explaining where to find proven spots during pre-season scouting. Will Frye compares two Swarovski heavy weights BTX vs dual STC spotting scopes. Maven's Cade Maestas takes us though the RS 1.2 riflescope and talks about how to get one. The guys from Black Ovis tell us about some new products to be on the lookout for. Sam then shifts the talk toward the other Rokslide.com gear reviews [https://www...
2024-07-301h 00RokcastDwight Schuh on The StalkRobby reviews one of the all-time classic books for archery mule deer hunters: “Hunting Open Country Mule Deer” by Dwight Schuh here
This book still applies to today’s bowhunter. While some of the gear might be outdated, Dwight's thorough and deep dive into preparing for a stalk on a mule deer still has not been matched in 39 years since publication.
Robby gives an overview of each important chapter and how it can help you stalk big mule deer. Sadly, we lost Dwight Schuh in 2019 but here is your chance to see why he was considered one of our greatest bowhunt...
2024-07-221h 03RokcastTT#35 E-Scouting with Mark Livasay, then Game Camera’s and DigiscopingToday Mark Livasay takes us though his E-scouting process in Treeline Academy. Mark's proven 12 core principles to finding elk when E-scouting can narrow down any unit in the west to its highest probability. Moultrie launches their new Edge2 and Edge Pro2 Trail cameras and gives tips on best use. PhoneSkope helps us master Digiscoping with their Carbon Pro along with accessory details and the uses of Pyro Putty. Sam then shifts the talk toward the other Rokslide.com gear reviews [https://www.rokslide.com/category/gear/] and recaps the latest Western news.
Treeline Academy-https://www.treelineacademy.net/
Review of Treeline...
2024-07-161h 12RokcastHBMD: Deer Drives & Long Range HuntingRobby is today's host. Summer is heating up, and a few big bucks are around, even in the most hard-hit winterkill areas. Before Robby jumps into the next two chapters of Hunting Big Mule Deer, he gives a scouting update and covers advancements in Moultrie Mobile's cellular cams, including the incredible battery life, no SD cards, AI screening for bucks, and Smart Tags for efficient filtering.
Then it's on to Deer Drives for the big mule deer hunter. Do they really work? If so, how does a hunter organize a deer drive? Finally, Robby discusses the need, or lack thereof, of...
2024-07-1546 minRokcastHelping Mule Deer & Gear WrapRobby hosts Taylor Gregory of the Wood River Chapter of the Mule Deer Foundation. Find out how removing a single fence in critical mule deer corridors makes a difference in helping mule deer. They also chat about getting off the "fence" and stepping up to help mule deer. Taylor took a hard look at himself and decided rather than just complain, he'd get his hands dirty helping mule deer where he can. Once he made the decision, the door flew wide open and soon he was co-chair of Idaho's Wood River Chapter of the Mule Deer Foundation, along with Ross Ba...
2024-07-081h 18RokcastTT#34 Early Season Meat Care with Larry BartlettToday's Tipsy Tuesday is all about the early season. Up first Larry Bartlet takes a deep dive into the science of meat care in the backcountry. Larry lays out how to mitigate meat spoilage in the early season, along with proven tactics that get the best table fare even when temperatures are warm and your packed in days from the trailhead. Some of the top clothing companies (Stika, Firstlite, Forloh, Skre Gear) talk about their favorites choices to stay comfortable during those hot early season temperatures. The guys from Hardside Hydration, show us how stay hydrated no matter the conditions...
2024-07-021h 04RokcastTracking Big Mule DeerRobby's back to his book, Hunting Big Mule Deer. Today's episode is in on tracking big mule deer, a top technique for buck hunters. Big mule deer can be very hard to track in the big mountains, due to the steepness of the terrain, but you still don’t want to ignore the technique. Even if big bucks are hard to track and shoot in their beds, paying attention to the tracks on the ground will tell you where deer go, where they don’t go, and a keen eye can tell the quality of the age class in the area...
2024-06-2441 minRokcastScouting for Bull MooseRebecca Levine is on today's episode of the Rokcast, hosted by Robby Denning. Rebecca is a research scientist with the Monteith Shop. She conducted the Meeteetse Moose Project in Wyoming. Dive in to this episode to learn how temperatures and wind affect bull moose differently than cows, when the peak of the moose rut occurs, and how bull moose separate by elevation
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The Monteith Shop is one of the leading research organizations on mule deer and other ungulates. Based out of the University of Wyoming, their mission statement is “Advancing Science and Management, One Data Point at a T...
2024-06-2041 minRokcastTT#33 Optic Innovations with Tricer and Leica USA#33 This week's Tipsy Tuesday all about Optic Innovations. Drew Miles CEO of Tricer USA takes us though their newest innovations and even drops some hints of things to come. Hamilton Boykin lays out Leica USA https://leica-camera.com/en-US/product/leica-geovid-pro-10x42-ab 2024 Optic Innovations. He goes into great detail of the operation of the Geovid Pro AB+ and why every hunter could benefit from the Shot Probability Analysis (or WEZ). Afterwards Dustin Diefenderfer and Sam talk mental toughness and how MTN TOUGH programs https://mtntough.com/ benefit more than just physical fitness. Argali's Brad Brooks returns to fill us in a...
2024-06-1856 minRokcastFighting for Big Mule Deer with Darby FinleyRobby hosts Darby Finley, Wildlife Biologist for Colorado Parks & Wildlife. Darby has served over 20 years in Northwest Colorado, the heart of the Chronic Wasting Disease battle. From day one on the job, Darby has been immersed in the origin, effects, and ongoing fight against CWD. If you think CWD is just the boogey-man of wildlife management, you might want to listen to this episode. Darby gives evidence of how CWD has cut mule deer herds to the point that tag numbers have to be reduced (think lost hunter opportunity), but he also shows where the battle has been won and hu...
2024-06-131h 32RokcastIs Ag Good or Bad for Mule Deer Fawn Survival?Travis Hobbs and Robby Denning host Dr. Tayler LaSharr of the Monteith Shop. Tayler studied the mule deer migration in Wyoming in relation to fawn survival. She was looking for a correlation between survival rates of fawns raised in or near agriculture--are mule deer fawns more likely to survive, or are there hazards that actually decrease survival rates?
Tayler also discusses how the condition of the mother and how "site selection" affects a mule deer fawn's survival in its first winter. This stuff will make you a better deer hunter!
Tayler LaSharr is a Post Doctorate Research Associate for the M...
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