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East Meets West HuntCommon Archery Mistakes and the FUTURE of Archery Country w/ Tyler VanderkolkBeau Martonik is joined by Tyler Vanderkolk. In this episode, they discuss Tyler’s journey with Archery Country, an archery shop in Austin, Texas, and his efforts to get rid of “gun counter culture.” They share lessons learned during the pandemic that helped them thrive, and most recently, going into business with Joe Rogan, Cam Hanes, and Evan Hafer, which aimed at community engagement. Additionally, they discuss common mistakes that archers often make and how you can become a better archer!
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00:00:00 - Introduction
00:06:14 – Tyler’s Introduction to Archery Country and Changing “Gun Counter Cultu...2025-07-081h 05
Archery Country PodcastEp.68 2025 Archery Country Bow review podcastWelcome Back to the Archery Country Podcast, we circle back to the most downloaded podcasts we have, the 5 star Bow review podcasts.
This year we ran up to the Waite Park Location and sat down with Managers Brandon Looman and Jon Kraayenbrink, to discuss the feel, efficiency, real life speeds, and draw cycle. If you're in the market for a new rig or have purchased a new bow see where it ends up on the 5-star review.
Also a reminder if your test driving or buy a bow enter our 2025 Hunt Giveaway drawing.
HOW TO EN...2025-04-031h 15Archery Country PodcastEp. 67 Archery Country 2025 Hunt Giveaway Pod Cast with Rock Road OutfittersWelcome Back to Archery Country Podcast, in this episode we sit down with Neil Hilla from Rock Road Outfitters in Gregory , SD.
GET ENTERED IN THE GIVEAWAY FOR A 5-DAY WHITETAIL/MULE DEER HUNT in SOUTH DAKOTA with Rock Road Outfitters out of Gregory, SD! INCLUDES guided hunt, lodging and meals. Tag will need to be purchased by recipient along with any taxidermy fees, if desired.
HOW TO ENTER:
1) Stop into any of our 4 locations
2) Shoot one flagship bow's from each of these brands: Mathews, Darton, Hoyt, Bowtech, PSE and Elite
OR shoot any crossbow from TenP...2025-03-1744 minArchery Country PodcastEp.66 Archery Country Shed Hunting discussionOn this podcast we sit down with Jack Opatz and Cole Schultz, two accomplished hunters and shed hunters. These guys team up and travel over 5 states to collect the magical antlers from whitetail deer and elk, They provide some great advice on getting permission and also talk about private land versus public land tactics.
Some great tips and tricks on how to be more successful on the "adult easter egg hunt" called shed hunting!
Whether you prefer an archery pro-shop experience or the convenience of online archery shopping, we've got you covered. Say goodbye to conf...2025-03-0755 minArchery Country PodcastEp. 65: Deer Scent UseThe Archery Country Podcast is BACK! On this episode, we are excited to be talking to Elam Lapp, Zach Swanson and Nick Gardner with RAW Frozen Scents, a new product to all of our Archery Country locations.
Elam Lapp the CEO of RAW Frozen Scents talks about the deer farm, how they get the scents, what they do to produce quality scents, how they package it and get it to you for
Elam gives a break down of each of the products Raw Frozen Scents offers and how he has used it while hunting and ho...2024-11-1544 min
Son of a BlitchEp. 84 w/ Archery Country's Tyler Vanderkolk - on Crafting Community and Confidence in the Archery WorldSend us a textWelcome to the first podcast in the Archery Series, everyone!Today, we step into the world of archery with Tyler Vanderkolk, the passionate owner of Archery Country in Austin, Texas, who has transformed his store into a haven for both new enthusiasts and seasoned pros.Tyler's diverse background and entrepreneurship journeys, from running an AC filter service, selling goats online (yes, you read that right...), and becoming a taxidermist to some well known clients (Nolan Ryan, former Texas Governor, Rick Perry, etc.), have led him...2024-10-221h 33Archery Country PodcastEp 64: Tips and Tricks: TuningBig Wade talks all about tuning. Paper tuning, group tuning, walk back tuning and broadhead tuning. If you've ever wondered what the difference is or why it's necessary then you are going to want to listen to this episode. Wade covers the tips to make the most of your time tuning, which tuning can be done in the shop and how to finish tuning on your own for the most accuracy.
Whether you prefer an archery pro-shop experience or the convenience of online archery shopping, we've got you covered. Say goodbye to confusion – with our experts by your s...2024-06-1246 minArchery Country PodcastEp 63: Tips and Tricks for Choosing StabilizersBig Wade is back at it with his tips and tricks series and in today's episode he goes in-depth about stabilizers. Why do people use them, who should use them, how many should they use and which size and which brands... He answers all these questions and more.
Towards the end of this episode, he also talks about soft-nock sets. He covers what they are and why they can make a difference in your archery setup.
The he concludes the podcast with some information about a new fletching tool from OMP, the Phoenix Fletching Jig. ...2024-04-1248 min
Archery Country PodcastEp 62: Tips and Tricks for Thumb Release ShootingWe're back and ready for the 2024 podcast season!
In this episode, Wade breaks down some tips and tricks for shooting a thumb release for accuracy. He talks about the different issues that can come along with switching from a wrist release to a thumb release and what may need to be adjusted when transitioning. Then Wade dives into 3 different methods to try when shooting a thumb release. He discusses what he's seen shooters (including himself) struggle with and goes through some different strategies he gathered for multiple archers along his archery journey. If you shoot a thumb r...2024-02-0247 minArchery Country PodcastEp 61: The Rut: Your Questions AnsweredDan and Wade answer your questions about the rut! Listen now!
Whether you're a seasoned archery pro, a newbie looking to get started, or somewhere in between, our team of passionate archery enthusiasts is here to assist you every step of the way. We're more than just a shop; we're a community that thrives on the love for the sport.
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2023-10-1852 minArchery Country PodcastEp. 59: The Big Broadhead DebateWade, Dan, and Desiree from the Archery Country Rogers location talk all about broadheads. We start with the factors to consider when buying a broadhead. We dive into a few different scenarios, how the right broadhead/arrow match and tune is the best way to get accuracy. We talk about the pros and cons of both fixed-blade broadheads and mechanical broadheads.
We talk briefly about broadheads for crossbows and over-the-top expandable broadheads.
Then the guys cover what they plan on using for broadheads this year. We chat a bit about shot placement and how different pe...2023-09-0852 min
Archery Country PodcastEp. 58: John Dudley from Nock On ArcheryIn this episode of The Archery Country Podcast, we sit down with John Dudley, the host of Nock on Archery, to discuss in-depth his history with different bow brands, what he learned through those experiences, and what finally led him to the development of the Nock On Carbon Levitate from PSE. John goes into depth about why he wanted specific features on the Levitate.
The Levitate discussion led us to a talk about different brands and ultimately how and why John chooses the brands he does to work with. He talks about how he got involved with T...2023-07-131h 48Archery Country PodcastEp. 57: How Build the Perfect Sight Tape for BowhuntingIn this episode, Wade talks about driver sights and the common models that we sell. Then Wade runs down in detail how to make the perfect sight tape for BlackGold, Axcel, Spot Hogg, and HHA sights.
Wade sprinkles in helpful tips for getting your sight tape right and he dives into why you might want a driver-style type sight.
Here's the ruler tool that Wade talks about using to mark.
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FOLOW US! Visi...2023-06-2957 minArchery Country PodcastEp. 56 :Archery Expert Bow SetupsWade heads up to the Waite Park Archery Country and sits down with Jon and Adam to talk about what they’ve chosen for their bow setups for this year. They go into detail about which bows they chose, what accessories they picked and why.
They both talk about hunting and league shooting, the changes they’ve made through out this year to get their setups right for them. This podcast is all about the details if you’re an archer that loves to listen to different opinions and experiences you want to listen to this.
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Archery Country PodcastEp. 55: Phelps Turkey CallsWade gets Dirk Durham, Marketing Manager of Phelps Game Calls on the phone. We talk a little bit about his background, the history of the Phelps Game call company and then we get into what makes a good turkey call and why Phelps calls stand out among turkey calls. We talk about which Phelps calls are best for beginners, we cover some different scenarios and turkey calling tactics. We also cover the best way to care for and store your mouth calls so they last.
Lastly we run down of pot calls and different hen vocalizations.
W...2023-04-251h 06
Archery Country PodcastEp 54: Bowhunting TurkeysWade and Jack from our Roger's Archery Country pro-shop sit down and talk about bowhunting turkeys! Warm weather is nearly here in Minnesota and gobblers are on the mind. Wade and Jack discuss what equipment they are using this year and why. They touch on different decoy strategies, calling, and shot placement. This is a great podcast to get you amped up for 2023 Turkey Season.
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Archery Country PodcastEp 53: Should I Get a Garmin Bow or Crossbow Sight?Today we are talking about one of the techiest archery gadgets on the market, the Garmin digital bow and crossbow sight. Wade, Keith and Dan from the Archery Country Rogers location sit down and talk about their personal experiences with Garmin sights, they go through the different models, the setup and then they cover Garmin crossbow sights. The discuss different use case scenarios for the Garmin and why the cost of this product is worth it.
If you have dismissed the Garmin until now but are curious, this podcast is for you. Listen now!
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Archery Country PodcastEp 52: Phase4 Engineering with MathewsNow that the dust has settled with 2023 bow releases we're talking to John Scovil from the Mathews design engineering team to discuss the changes they've made to bring us the Phase4. He talks about the limbs and the condition testing of the phase4.
Then we move on to talking in depth about Mathews accessories.
We dive into the cams and mods. Mathews mods allow efficiency no matter your draw length or draw weight and we talk about how the mods accomplish this.
We also discuss the other phenomenal bow that Mathews released this...2023-02-061h 05Archery Country PodcastEp 51: Arrow BuildsKeith, Dan and Wade from our Archery Country Rogers, Minnesota location sit down and talk all about arrows. Whether you're crazy about arrow builds or brand new to arrow builds this podcast has some great information. We talk about the different diameters of arrows, pros and cons, and components. Then we talk about our favorite arrow builds from over the years.
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Archery Country PodcastEp 50: 2023 Bows Rated by Our Archery ExpertsNew year, new bows are out! This episode is our annual rundown of the new bows and the opinions of Wade, Dan, Keith and Jack from our Rogers Archery Country location on the changes made from each popular archery brand and each gives their rating. This episode is great for those who are looking at the 2023 bows but haven't decided which is for you. We talk about the Mathews line-up, Elite, Bowtech, PSE, and Hoyt 2023 bows.
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Archery Country PodcastEp 49: Sitka Whitetail GearWade, Dan and Jack from our Rogers location talk with Chris Derrick, Sitka Whitetail Product line manager in depth about the best clothing for whitetail hunting. In this episode we talk about the Elevated II camo pattern and whitetails eyesight. Then we get into how Sitka builds their gear differently than other brands by solving the common issues that hunters run into with hunting clothes.
We also give Chris different hunting scenarios and ask him what he would suggest we wear for each different scenario and we follow it up with questions from our customers. Listen to...2022-10-1349 min
Archery Country PodcastEp 47: Crossbows 101Curious about crossbows? This episode is for you! In this episode Wade, Keith, and Desiree from Archery Country's Rogers location sit down and talk in depth about crossbows. Desiree asks the guy's questions that most "new to crossbow" customers have. We discuss when, who and in what circumstances a crossbow can be used in Minnesota and Wisconsin. We cover the different crossbow cocking mechanisms, bolts/arrows and the do's and don'ts of using and maintaining a crossbow. Keith shares his experience hunting with a crossbow last deer season. Wade shares his son's experience hunting with a crossbow also. What's...2022-09-011h 04
Archery Country PodcastEp 45: Swat BroadheadsAs we inch closer to deer season, it's time to talk broadheads! In this episode we talk with Scott Romero the owner of Swat Broadheads. He tells us the story about why he started engineering broadheads. We talk in depth about the design of Swat broadheads and how they differ from other broadheads you'll find on the shelf. If you haven't made your broadhead choice for the season you are going to want to listen!
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Archery Country PodcastEp. 44: Archery and Bowhunting FitnessIn this episode we have the pleasure of sitting down with Dan Ness owner of MYO Atomic Level Training. We talk about the MYO studio and Dan's history with bowhunting. Then we discuss how physical fitness can really make or break a hunt. Dan talks about his hunting guide experience and how he learned firsthand just how much physical fitness can help maximize your hunting opportunities. Dan gives some tips on how to get yourself ready physically for bow season. The right gear plus physical fitness enables you to get the most out of your hunting season. Whether you're hu...2022-07-2155 min
Archery Country PodcastEp 43: Self-Filming Your Bow HuntIn this episode we sit down and chat with Charles Thayer who recently started self-filming his bow hunts. We talk about how he got into archery and his bowhunting journey. Then we cover the benefits of filming your hunt and how fun it can be to re-live the hunt later. We also go over the cons of self-filming. Charles then tells his story of his 2021 hunt. If you've been thinking about possibly filming your next bow hunt, listen to this episode!
Watch Charles video here: https://youtu.be/Qb9t3aNNH24
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Archery Country PodcastEp. 42: GAS Bowstrings with Eric GriggsWe interview Eric Griggs of GAS Bowstrings in this episode. We talk about his history and experience in the archery world and how he started GAS Bowstrings. Then we dive into why quality bow strings matter and how they play a part in your bow as a whole system. He explains how bowstrings are made and why they differ from other parts of your bow when it comes to quality. We talk about what the difference is in a few GAS bowstring options. If you've been curious about if switching up your bowstring makes a difference, then this podcast...2022-06-231h 17
Archery Country PodcastEp 41: Ask the Archery ExpertsIn this podcast we answer questions submitted by you, the audience! We cover all kinds of topics like hinge releases, avoiding bad shooting habits, tree stands, and archery leagues. We also answer some fun questions regarding who from Archery Country We would want to hunt with and why, who's the best shot, a few hunting stories about our fathers and grandfathers in honor of Father's Day coming up, what tags each of us have pulled this year and what we are doing to prepare. Wade talks a bit about his Vegas Shoot experiences and much more!
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Archery Country PodcastEp 40: Which Bow Sight is Right for Me? Single Pin, Multi-Pin, Slider or DigitalHave you ever wondered what the difference between different bow sights is? Then this podcast is for you! Troy, Jon, Brandon and Adam from our Waite Park location sit down and go into depth about all the different bow sight options. We discuss fixed pin sights, slider sights, hybrids and digital sights. We talk about which bow sights each of us personally use, why we chose those sights and our experiences we've had with different sights. We also tackle all the customizable options for many sights and give you some ideas of what you can change on a bow...2022-05-261h 00
Archery Country PodcastEp 39: Out of State Bow HuntsAre you thinking about bow hunting out west? In this podcast Troy and Adam ask questions to Jon and Brandon about their out of state hunting experiences. They cover everything from tips for applying for tags, digital scouting, what's on their pack list, suggestions for gear, and many more common questions new out-of-state hunters may have. If you’re thinking about hunting out west and you’re not sure where to start, this is a great podcast to give you an idea of all the details that need to be planned out for a successful hunt.
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Archery Country PodcastEp 38: Why Sitka Gear Is So GoodThis episode is a deep dive into Sitka Gear! We talk with Chris Derrick, Sitka Whitetail Product line manager and designer of Sitka Equinox Guard apparel. We talk a little about the history of Sitka. Next, we discuss the Sitka Equinox Guard collection and the engineering that went into this system to solve the problems that bugs like mosquitos, chiggers and ticks cause for hunters. We finish the episode up talking about Whitetail Sitka Systems, camo patterns and what Derrick wears for his season and why. Listen all the way through for tips for washing your Sitka Gear!
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Archery Country PodcastEp 37: Bowfishing with Arrow SaverWe sit down with Monty Mounsdon and Wayne Clauseman from Arrow Saver and talk all about bowfishing. We discuss each of their backgrounds, how arrow saver came to be and how arrow saver solves a common bowfishing problem. Then we dive into competitive bowfishing and how it became an outdoor passion for them. If you love bowfishing you need to listen to this episode!
Check out the arrow saver here.
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Archery Country PodcastEp 36: Arrow Build DebateThis is the episode that you've been asking for! In this episode Jake (Archery Country owner), Wade (from our Rogers location) and Jason (from our Brainerd location) sit down and dive deep into arrow building. We discuss arrow weights, penetration, front of center percentages, broadheads and scenarios. We talk about what arrow builds we shoot and why. We give our opinions and our experiences shooting different setups in different hunting scenarios. Whether you're new to arrow builds or you've been building arrows for years this podcast gives a ton of great information.
Want to get a custom...2022-03-311h 40
Archery Country PodcastEp 34: Archery Country Pro Shop Talk - RogersIn this episode we sit down with all the full-time employees of our Rogers location. We go around the table and give our backgrounds on how we got into archery and which aspects of archery each of us has experience in. We give a little glimpse into our lives outside of the shop and then dive into archery pro shop life. We share a few comical pro shop stories. We hope this podcast gives you a better perspective on why we love archery and why we want help others have the best archery experience possible.
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Archery Country PodcastEp 33: Kanati Land ManagementDo you have hunting property or aspire to have your own hunting property to build memories on? You are going to want to listen to this podcast. In this episode we sit down with Nate, Joe and Jake of Kanati Land Management. We talk about how to make the most of your property and what services Kanati Land Management has to help build an ecosystem that can produce the bowhunting memories you are after. We discuss a lot about what land means to owners and how having a team with different ideas and thoughts on how a property should...2022-02-171h 01
Archery Country PodcastEp 32: Hoyt 2022 Line UpWe get Hoyt's Marketing Director, Evan WIlliams on again to talk about Hoyt's 2022 bow line up. Evan talks about his 2021 hunting and then we dive right into the carbon RX-7. We also ask what the difference is between last year's HBX cam and this year's HBX pro cam. We talk about how and why the Vital grip is such a win for Hoyt this year. We discuss when and in what circumstances a customer may want to consider a carbon bow over an aluminum bow. Then we get into the changes that Hoyts made this year on their new...2022-02-031h 09
Archery Country PodcastEp 31: Archery Country Pro Shop Talk - Waite ParkThis episode is a more casual episode. We sit down with Brandon (Buck), Jon and Adam from our Waite Park location and give you an opportunity to get to know their background. We get into how each of them started archery and how they've progressed to where they are at now. What makes our shops unique is that everyone that works for Archery Country has a serious interest and passion for archery. Every one of our employees has their own interests within archery and share that knowledge amongst one another. We hope you enjoy this episode!
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Archery Country PodcastEp 30: Mathews V3X Bow, Everything You Need To KnowIn this episode Mark Hayes, Mathews Archery Engineering Manager, joins us again to talk all about the Mathews 2022 line up the V3X. He explains the differences of previous years bow to this year's bow. We get deep into the details of Mathews thought process of how and why those changes came to be. If you're thinking about getting a new bow this year, you are going to want to give this podcast a listen then stop-in and shoot one!
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Archery Country PodcastEp 29: 2022 Bow Releases RatedWant to know how we feel about the new Bowtech, Hoyt and Mathews 2022 bows that have been released? In this podcast we give a run-down of the bows and we give an overall rating from the archery pro-shop perspective. If you're thinking about an upgrade this year on your bow you're going to want to listen!
Check out the 2022 Mathews bows here: Mathews Bows (archerycountry.com)
Check out the 2022 Bowtech bows here: Bowtech Bows (archerycountry.com)
Check out the 2022 Hoyt bows here: Hoyt Bows (archerycountry.com)
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Archery Country PodcastEp 28:Scent Control with Scent ThiefIn this episode we get Russell, the inventor of Scent Thief on the phone. We talk all about scent control, how Scent Thief came to be and the best way to use it with success. During development, Russell came to realize you can't effectively eliminate odor so he created a product that completely inhibits the ability to smell. Scent Thief doesn't try to overwhelm your senses with a strong cover scent, it actually temporarily relaxes the olfactory epithelium. If you're looking to level up your scent control, you're going to want to listen to this!
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Archery Country PodcastEp 27: Saddle Hunting with TethrdWe now sell TETHRD PRODUCTS! In this podcast we sit with down with Ernie Power from Tethrd. We talk all about saddle hunting, what it is, why more hunters are trying it and how saddle hunting gives you more options with less weight. If you have thought about saddle hunting or are currently saddle hunting this podcast is for you. It is a great mix of entry saddle hunter information and tips, tricks and ideas for saddle hunters to make the most of your hunts.
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Archery Country PodcastEp 26: Grim Reaper BroadheadsBroadheads are a constant conversation in bowhunting. In this episode we get Matt Bateman National Sales Manager from Grim Reaper on the phone. We discuss the fixed blade broadhead options and mechanical broadhead options that Grim Reaper offers. Matt goes into depth about how there's not a one size fits all broadhead but that it's more about choosing the right broadhead for your arrow setup. We ask Matt some questions we've gotten here in the shop and cover how Grim Reaper's quality differs from other broadheads on the market. This podcast will give you a reference of what matters...2021-09-0954 min
Archery Country PodcastEp 25: Evan Williams from HoytIn this episode with talk with Marketing Director Evan Williams from Hoyt about all the 2021 bows. Evan walks us through REDWRX and this years HBX cams. We talk about the difference between the RX-5 and RX-5 Ultra bows and how they compare to the Ventum 30 & Ventum 33. We also talk about what the Torrex and Eclipse bows can bring to the table. This podcast really sums up how Hoyt builds and designs bows with every archer in mind. If you've been thinking about a Hoyt you're going to want to listen!
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Archery Country PodcastEp 22: Orion Hunting BlindsIn this episode we sit down with Jake the owner of Archery Country and Joel from Orion blinds. We talk about our experiences with hunting blinds and how Orion has changed the game for hard sided hunting blinds. As we talk about all the features of Orion blinds it is obvious that this product has been designed and engineered by hunters. If you haven't heard of or seen Orion hunting blinds check out the YouTube video of Jake and Joel assembling and setting up a blind. Watch now: https://youtu.be/fpA-EkAZdq4
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Archery Country PodcastEp 21: Fall Food Plots With John O'Brion From Grandpa Ray OutdoorsIn this episode we talk with John O'Brion, owner of Grandpa Ray Outdoors about everything fall food plots. From timing to blends to prep to fertilization and more.
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Archery Country has the Midwest Premiere Archery Pro-Shop's located in Waite Park/St. Cloud, MN, Rogers, MN and Brainerd, MN.
We pride ourselves in our extensive knowledge and depth of products that we carry in a true Pro-Shop setting.
Archery Country provides professional advice and service for bows, archer...2021-07-0152 min
Archery Country PodcastEp 20: Mathews Archery: Everything You Need To Know About the V3 and 2021 Line-UpWade Grinager from our Rogers location and Jake Schlangen, Owner of Archery Country and 365 Archery sit down with Mathews Sales Manager and Customer Service Rep, Chris Mobley. With over 20 years of expertise on Mathews products, Chris walks us through the 2021 Mathews Line-Up and takes a deep dive into the Mathews V3.
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Archery Country has the Midwest Premiere Archery Pro-Shop's located in Waite Park/St. Cloud, MN, Rogers, MN and Brainerd, MN.
We pride ourselves in our e...2021-06-101h 07
Archery Country PodcastEp 19: Releases, Releases, ReleasesWade Grinager from our Rogers location and Nate Warnke from our St. Cloud location talk about all the kinds of different releases and target panic. We discuss command shooting vs punching the trigger. We give tips on how to reduce the chance of punching the trigger with a wrist release. Wrist release, thumb button, hinge, resistance release and back tension, we cover them all. We talk about the releases that we've seen in the shop that work the best. We discuss our own experiences with target panic and how we worked through it. If you have been curious about the d...2021-05-131h 17
Archery Country PodcastEp 18: 3D Archery Leagues and ShootsWade Grinager from our Rogers, MN location talks about all aspects of shooting your bow in more ways than just hunting. He talks about indoor leagues, outdoor shoots, 3D shoots and the rules of each, the classes of each, and the equipment. Archery leagues and shoots can be for a wide range of ability and skill levels. They can be as competitive or as fun as you want which makes for the perfect activity for any age. This podcast is a guide to getting started in archery shoots and leagues.
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Archery Country PodcastEp 17: Elite Archery - The Past, The Present, The FutureWe talk to Elite Archery and The Outdoor Group Regional Rep Trent Kleeberger and Pro Staff Coordinator, National Sales Manager, Elite Pro Staff Member, IBO triple crown winner Darrin Christenberry about the Elite bows 2021 line up including the Enkore, Remedy, and Rezult. We discuss how S.E.T. technology came to be on Elite bows which allows micro-adjustments to the cam attitude with adjustments at the limb pocket and how that's changed Elite bows shootability. We get a rundown of the history of Elite and where they are headed in the future. We share a lot of tuning knowledge an...2021-03-181h 00
Archery Country PodcastEp 16: Turkey Hunting 101 With Matt DykesWe sit down for over an hour with one of the best archery turkey hunters in the business, Matt Dykes, and cover absolutely every aspect of turkey hunting. We cover clothing, blinds, calls, turkey decoys, decoy setups, and broadheads. If you're looking for tips on maximizing your time and shot opportunities in the turkey blind make sure to listen!
Matt's Accomplishments:
Has harvested hundreds of turkeys with his bow
Grand Slam with a bow
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Archery Country PodcastEp 15: Target Archery with Jason GoedkenIn this episode, we talked with Jason Goedken a very accomplished target archer on shooting, bow setups, release execution, arrow tuning, and shooting tournaments! We go into depth about each of these topics. If you've ever been curious about competitive archery, paper, or 3-D, this is the podcast for you!
Jason's accomplishments include:
2021 Rushmore Rumble Champion
2020 Indoor National Virtual Champion
2020 Vegas Champion
2018 Indoor National Champion
Top 4 in Lancaster Classic
Reserve Champion In 2019 Redding
Reserve Shooter Of The Year In NFAA
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Archery Country PodcastEp 14: The BIG Three Bow CompaniesIn this podcast we talk about the BIG 3 bow releases and their new products - Mathews, Hoyt and Bowtech. We give you an in depth look through the eyes of technicians on the leading sellers in the shop and go through some of the stereotypical facts vs. personal experiences.
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Archery Country has the Midwest Premiere Archery Pro-Shop's located in Waite Park/St. Cloud, MN, Rogers, MN. and Brainerd, MN.
We pride ourselves in our extensive knowledge and dept...2021-01-2840 min
Archery Country PodcastEp 13: 20 Podcast Listener Questions AnsweredIn this episode Wade, Dan, and Keith from the Rogers, Minnesota Archery Country location answer 20 questions submitted by Archery Country Podcast listeners! We answer your questions about what it's like here at the pro-shop, what broadheads, releases, and boots we use, FOC, 3 vs 4 vanes, tuning, and what tools you need for at-home bow tech work. We talk about our opinions on Garmin sights, Nose Jammer, Sitka, and the new Mathews V3.
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Archery Country has the Midwest Premiere Archery Pro-Shop's located in Wai...2021-01-271h 03
Archery Country PodcastEp 12: Midseason Practice and Check UpWe go over a midseason checklist you should look at for your equipment and how to practice this time of year along with a quick story on Wades MN success.
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About Archery Country
Archery Country has the Midwest Premiere Archery Pro-Shop's located in Waite Park/St. Cloud, MN, Rogers, MN. and Brainerd, MN.
We pride ourselves in our extensive knowledge and depth of products that we carry in a true Pro-Shop setting.
Archery Country provides profession...2020-11-1252 min
Archery Country PodcastEp 11: McDonalds Meats With Travis and ShawnWe sat down with Travis and Shawn from McDonalds Meats in Clearlake, MN and discussed what they're doing for meat processing in 2020, wild game preparation, what we can do before bringing deer in and what we can purchase from them to help processing at home. They are open for the whole deer season this year and will be providing one of the most professional processing services.
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About Archery Country
Archery Country has the Midwest Premiere Archery Pro-Shop's located in Waite Park/St. Cloud, MN, Ro...2020-10-151h 03
Archery Country PodcastEp 10: Field To Fork With Culinary Chef Keith Paltjon
We sit down this week with the top chef in hospitality for the biggest racing teams in the Indy race car world. Culinary Chef Keith Paltjon talks about after the harvest wild game preparation. From field dressing to preparing and packaging the meat as well as preparation and cooking with some inside recipes and tricks, Keith knows it all!
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About Archery Country
Archery Country has the Midwest Premiere Archery Pro-Shop's located in Waite Park/St. Cloud, MN, Rogers, MN. and Brainerd, MN.
...2020-10-0148 min
Archery Country PodcastEp 9: Mark Watkins "The MN Man and His Hunting Accomplishments"We sit around the studio table with Mark Watkins from Alexandria, MN and visit about his past hunts, from sheep to elk to his family farm for whitetails. He also discusses his preparation, what he looks for in his setups and what he does from pro shop to field!
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About Archery Country
Archery Country has the Midwest Premiere Archery Pro-Shop's located in Waite Park/St. Cloud, MN, Rogers, MN. and Brainerd, MN.
We pride ourselves in our extensive knowledge and...2020-09-1753 min
Archery Country PodcastEp 8: Victory Arrows and ComponentsOur guest Devin O'dea from Victory Archery gives us the company history and technical side on how arrows are built, and what sets Victory apart in the industry. We discuss arrow components, importance on tolerances, and complete arrow builds light vs heavy and micro diameter vs standard.
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About Archery Country
Archery Country has the Midwest Premiere Archery Pro-Shop's located in Waite Park/St. Cloud, MN, Rogers, MN. and Brainerd, MN.
We pride ourselves in our extensive knowledge and depth of...2020-09-031h 07
Archery Country PodcastEp. 7: DIY Backcountry Fitness and Equipment Preparation with Jim SchulteFrom Backcountry DIY preparation, to fitness, and equipment we talk with Jim Schulte, a master in all categories for the hardcore hunter. Brandon , Jon, and Jim go over what you need to do for any hunts. Preseason prep, hunting meals, filtering water, all equipment. TAC events, Train to hunt events, and Beastmode Jim does them all.
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About Archery Country
Archery Country has the Midwest Premiere Archery Pro-Shop's located in Waite Park/St. Cloud, MN, Rogers, MN and Brainerd, MN.
2020-08-201h 23
Archery Country PodcastEp 6: Huntin' Fool With Guest Jerrod LileWe catch up with the CEO of Huntin' Fool Jerrod Lile and discuss hunting stories, arrow builds, and the services Huntin' Fool can offer you.
www.huntinfool.com
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About Archery Country
Archery Country has the Midwest Premiere Archery Pro-Shop's located in Waite Park/St. Cloud, MN, Rogers, MN. and Brainerd, MN.
We pride ourselves in our extensive knowledge and depth of products that we carry in a true Pro-Shop setting.
Archery Country provides profess...2020-08-061h 09
Archery Country PodcastEp 5: Practice, Practice, Practice Off-Season Preparation and Equipment Check !It's time to look over your equipment, its time to update some products, and how to practice for maximum accuracy!
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About Archery Country
Archery Country has the Midwest Premiere Archery Pro-Shop's located in Waite Park/St. Cloud, MN, Rogers, MN., and Brainerd, MN.
We pride ourselves in our extensive knowledge and depth of products that we carry in a true Pro-Shop setting. Archery Country provides professional advice and service for bows, archery accessories, and everything archery or hunting-related.
2020-07-2354 min
Archery Country PodcastEp 4: Meet Our Guest Mark Hayes the Design Engineer Manager from MathewsMark Hayes design engineer manager from Mathews Inc. answers a ton of questions on Mathews Bows from engineers to consumer very informative and detailed podcast, we touch on a lot of Mathews Bows and accessories.
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About Archery Country
Archery Country has the Midwest Premiere Archery Pro-Shop's located in Waite Park/St. Cloud, MN, Rogers, MN and Brainerd, MN.
We pride ourselves in our extensive knowledge and depth of products that we carry in a true Pro-Shop setting.
2020-07-091h 03
Archery Country PodcastEp 3: The Ins and Outs of BowfishingRocking the boat with the staff from Archery Country Brainerd MN store with over 25 years experience behind a bowfishing bow. We cover almost every aspect of bowfishing from rookies to seasoned bowfishers.
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About Archery Country
Archery Country has the Midwest Premiere Archery Pro-Shop's located in Waite Park/St. Cloud, MN, Rogers, MN and Brainerd, MN.
We pride ourselves in our extensive knowledge and depth of products that we carry in a true Pro-Shop setting.
Arc...2020-06-2559 min
Archery Country PodcastEp 2: Food Plots and The Process with Guest Don Higgins Real World Wildlife ProductsWe dive way into food plots and plant specifics the where, when, how, and why. The owner of Real World Wildlife Products Don Higgins explains all aspects of his products. Product differences and timing along with planting bedding, and cover screening.
www.realworldwildlifeproducts.com
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About Archery Country
Archery Country has the Midwest Premiere Archery Pro-Shop's located in Waite Park/St. Cloud, MN, Rogers, MN and Brainerd, MN. We pride ourselves in our extensive knowledge and depth of prod...2020-06-251h 17
Archery Country PodcastEp 1: Turkey Hunting Recap 2020 Spring Turkey SeasonEpisode #1 We go over our 2020 turkey season and discuss different setups, rigs, decoys and calling.
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About Archery Country
Archery Country has the Midwest Premiere Archery Pro-Shop's located in Waite Park/St. Cloud, MN, Rogers, MN and Brainerd, MN.
We pride ourselves in our extensive knowledge and depth of products that we carry in a true Pro-Shop setting.
Archery Country provides professional advice and service for bows, archery accessories, and everything archery or hunting related.
2020-05-2952 min