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The Mindful Hunter Podcast

Jay Nichol

A deep dive into a mindful perspective on the discipline of hunting.

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EP 187 - Are These Insoles Worth $300? SheepFeet 2...

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2024/08/09

I have spent a lifetime hiking in the mountains, and I also have Morton’s Neuroma which has led me to be very particular about both my boot choice and the insoles I use inside them. I have tried multiple custom orthotics and was always intrigued but skeptical about Sheepfeet. I have now run my custom insoles from Sheepfeet for the last two years and felt compelled to post a review. I hope this review is helpful.0:00 – Intro 2:05 – Purpose of insoles 5:41 – Scoring system 5:55 - Price 7:00 –

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EP 186 - How Important Are Heat Fins on a Backcountry...

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2024/08/02

I love doing head-to-head product reviews but sometimes it’s hard to capture all the nuance of the underlying technologies or materials. So, I wanted to take a first principles approach to gear reviews in this new series and start to look at individual variables separate from the products themselves. I have wanted to do a backcountry stove review for a while but have been challenged by what systems to include. With that in mind, I backed up a step and derived some tests to look at how important

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EP 185 – Optimize and Execute with Tyler Geiger of...

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2024/07/26

I only met Tyler a few months ago when he invited me on his podcast, but I instantly knew he was my people. He is an ex-cop turned private physical performance coach with a deep passion for hunting and the outdoors. We had a great chat, and I hope you enjoy it.Tyler Geiger http://www.nockperformance.com/ https://www.instagram.com/nockperformance/ http://www.nockperformance.com/podcast/ Jay Nichol jay@mindfulhunter.com https://www.mindful-reviews.com/ https://www.mindfulhunter.com/ Forged In

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EP 184 - Total Gimmick?!? Or Best New Piece of...

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2024/07/19

Over the last three years, I have slowly become obsessed with late-season whitetail hunting. The one difficulty is staying warm for 10 hour sits in -20 degree weather! I have experimented with multiple different heating strategies and think I have finally found the best one for my hunting style.Last year I ran The IconX Heated Core Long Sleeve and Pant from Pnuma Outdoors and wanted to share a detailed review of my experience. Forged In The Backcountry https://forgedinthebackcountry.com/ Mindful

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EP 183 – Elk, Wolves, and Bears Oh My! with Tom...

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2024/07/12

The crew over at Stuck N The Rut have one of the best hunting YouTube channels going right now. I got eh chance to sit down with Tom Schneider and have a great chat. We touched on a bunch of topics including hunting tactics, the history of North Idaho hunting and some of the courses and events that SNTR are offering now for up-and-coming hunters.Tom

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EP 182 - Forged Bear Hunt Giveaway Winner: Cody Sisco

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2024/07/03

To celebrate Cody’s successful hunt all Forged apparel will be 20% off for the next week until July 9th and any purchases made will be entered into the next giveaway!Just use code Cody20 at https://forgedinthebackcountry.com/ When I launched Forged In The Backcountry I gave away a guided bear hunt with Primitive Outfitting. Part of the prize was that I would also buy a hunt and film the winner’s hunt. Cody was the lucky Forged customer that won that hunt. We just spent a week together in

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EP 181 - The Best Gaiters I have Ever Worn!

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2024/06/28

Technically, this is the longest amount of time I have ever spent researching and testing for a review. I got my first pair of Outdoor Research gaiters 23 years ago. Since that time, I have been on the quest to find the perfect pair of gaiters. In this review I compare 4 different options and share why I think I have found my new perfect system. Lifestyle apparel for the backcountry hunter https://forgedinthebackcountry.com/ Join Mindful Reviews to support unbiased nonsponsored gear reviews and

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EP 180 – Guns & Stuff 05: Stock Talk with Jay, Colton...

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2024/06/21

We’re back for another episode of Guns & Stuff. This week Colton and I sat down with Matt from AG composite stocks. AG Composite https://www.agcomposites.com/ https://www.instagram.com/agcomposites/ Jay Nichol jay@mindfulhunter.com https://www.mindful-reviews.com/ https://www.mindfulhunter.com/ Forged In The

01:47:16

EP 179 – Custom vs. Corrective with Canadian Board...

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2024/06/14

Get 15% off with code fathersday2024 at https://forgedinthebackcountry.com/ until June 16th. You can also enter for your chance to win a prize pack valued at over $1000 by visiting this Instagram post. https://bit.ly/3VjR7TyIf you’re looking to go deep on orthotics, inserts and assistive devices to improve foot function than this is the podcast for you. Adam Janke is a Canadian board certified Pedorthist and ran a successful business for many years helping people improve the functionality of

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EP 178 – Staying Present in The Experience with Mark...

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2024/06/07

Well, it was time to interview the host. I’ve known Mark Huelsing, the number 2 at Exo and host of the Hunt Backcountry Podcast, for a few years now and we text quite regularly, but I wanted to get him on the podcast to pick his brain about his history and the role hunting plays in his life. They also have a super cool project coming up at Exo this year that we dove into. Mark Huelsing https://www.instagram.com/markthefark/ https://exomtngear.com/ Jay

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EP 177 – Mindset Of a Killer with Jake Downs

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2024/05/31

Jake puts more animals on the ground with a stickbow every year than most guys can with a compound or rifle. On top of that, he runs his own electrical contracting business and has a young family to take care of. Jake and I spent most of our time discussing mindset, discipline and why it’s important to do hard shit every day.Jake Downs https://www.instagram.com/jake_d_downs/ Jay Nichol jay@mindfulhunter.com https://www.mindful-reviews.com/ https://www.mindfulhunter.com/ Forged In The

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EP 176 – Early Season Goat Hunt Pack List with Vance...

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2024/05/24

In less than 3 months Vance and I are headed into the alpine for our early season rifle goat hunt. We sat down to go over the general game plan and our gear lists.Vance’s Gear List https://www.mindfulhunter.com/s/Vances-Goat-Gear-List-2024.jpeg Jay’s Gear List https://www.mindfulhunter.com/s/2024-Early-Season-Goat-Hunt.xlsx Vance Johnson https://www.instagram.com/vance_johnsons_hunting_alberta/ Jay

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EP 175 – Guns & Stuff 04: A Fresh Perspective on...

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2024/05/17

On the most recent episode of Guns & Stuff, Colton and I sat down with Bryan and Eric from Hammer Bullets to discuss their unique approach to bullet design. Hammer Bullets https://hammerbullets.com/ https://www.instagram.com/hammerbulletsco/ Eric Hoover https://www.instagram.com/hooverprecisionrifles/ Colton https://www.instagram.com/papwinkle/ Jay Nichol jay@mindfulhunter.com https://www.mindful-reviews.com/ https://www.mindfulhunter.com/ Forged In The

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EP 174 – Business Acumen and Archery Design...

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2024/05/10

Bryan is not only the founder of Day Six Gear, but he is also a very successful businessman who's driving motivations are his family and faith. I love talking to guys like Bryan because I get the chance to learn from someone who is tackling similar problems to myself but is a little closer to finding the best solutions. We talked a lot about business and archery systems so there is a lot to dig into on this one. Bryan Broderick – Day Six

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EP 173 – Sleep System Deep Dive Q&A – Shelters, Pads...

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2024/05/03

Okay we’re gonna kick it old school with the podcast for a new series where I’ll do deep dive q&a’s on gear categories. Up first is Sleep Systems. Let me know what you want to see next!Jay Nichol jay@mindfulhunter.com https://www.mindful-reviews.com/ https://www.mindfulhunter.com/ Forged In The

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EP 172 – Deer, Bears and Life with Jeff Lander from...

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2024/04/12

Less than one week left for your chance to enter the BC Guided Bear Hunt Giveaway. Every $5 you spend at https://forgedinthebackcountry.com/ will get you one entry!This week I sat down with my good friend Jeff Lander who owns Primitive Outfitting and guides Mule Deer in Alberta and Moose and Bear in BC. Jeff is also the one who is hosting the giveaway hunt for Forged. We had a great chat about all kinds of different hunting and Jeff may have told the best bear story ever told on this

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EP 171 – Guns & Stuff 03 with Colton, Jay and Zach...

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2024/04/05

This week on Guns & Stuff, Colton and I sit down with Zac Waterman from Nosler to go deep on their product offerings. We had a bunch of great questions from listeners and I learned a ton on this episode.Less than two weeks left for your chance to enter the BC Guided Bear Hunt Giveaway. Every $5 you spend at https://forgedinthebackcountry.com/ will get you one entry! Nosler https://www.instagram.com/noslerinc/ Colton https://www.instagram.com/papwinkle/ Jay

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EP 170 – Solocast Q&A

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2024/03/29

It’s been a while since I did an old-fashioned Q&A episode so figured it was time to bang one out. Lots of great questions in this one! Drop me a note if you want to see more of these episodes.Jay Nichol jay@mindfulhunter.com https://www.mindful-reviews.com/ https://www.mindfulhunter.com/ Forged In The

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EP 169 – Culture, Conservation, and Hunting Rights...

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2024/03/22

EP 169 – Culture, Conservation, and Hunting Rights with Mike DuplanMike is known for killing big mule deer but more importantly, Mike also has a very strong voice for conservation and hunting rights. Given the climate we are in right now and all the battles we are facing for our hunting rights across North America I wanted to have Mike on to get his thoughts and advice. Mike Duplan https://www.instagram.com/mikeduplan/ Jay

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EP 168 - The Worst Tripod I Have Ever Used!

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2024/03/15

Alright folks, it’s rare but it does happen. Every now and then I use a product so bad that I can say with complete confidence you do not need this in your arsenal. This tripod definitely fits into this category. I hope you guys find this useful and I give some other recommendations at the end of the video for products that will perform significantly better for you!Enter the bear hunt giveaway by going to https://forgedinthebackcountry.com/ Every $5 you spend gets you one entry to win a guided,

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