Big Hunt Guys

On this week’s episode of the Big Hunt Guys, Brady and Trail grab some of the best backpack options on the market and do a complete, deep-dive run-through. They discuss everything from frames, bags, and weight to materials and price, offering their honest thoughts on top brands. Whether you're looking for recommendations, trying to upgrade your setup, or wanting to hear exactly what the guys prefer and look for in a pack, this is a must-listen.

I'll be honest: I've been a very slow adopter of using a suppressor on my hunting rifles. But we currently live in a fantastic time for new suppressor technology! And if you can win me over with a suppressor system that doesn't compromise the benefits I see when hunting with a brake in a big magnum, I'm in! This is a great conversation with Jacob Albaugh of Tenet, a brand-new suppressor company that spent five years quietly building — and rebuilding — their product before ever talking to a single customer. No compromise was their agreement from day one: light, short, quiet, and maximum recoil reduction. All four or nothing. 87 iterations, and seven patent-pending technologies later... they're finally ready. We discuss how Tenet engineered a system in what they call unrivaled shot control. The discussion also touches on a recent suppressor test by Joseph Ewing, in which he and a crew tested a plethora of suppressors, and the results should be publicly available very soon.

Pre-orders for Tenet are going live on May 22 at www.tenet.inc — shipping June 1.

In this episode of The Big Hunt Guys Podcast, Brady and Trail sit down with Paul Schommer—Olympian, elite biathlete, and hunter. Paul shares his journey, from competitive cross-country skiing and shooting on the world stage to applying that same discipline and mindset to hunting. We dive into mental toughness, preparation, and what it really takes to perform when the pressure is high—whether you're on the Olympic course or deep in the backcountry chasing big game. This episode offers insight on training, focus, and the crossover between competitive sport and hunting success.

In this episode of the Game Trail Podcast, Trail sits down with archery coach George Ryals to talk all things bowhunting and shooting performance. George shares decades of experience coaching hunters and competitive archers, breaking down the mental game, shot execution, practice routines, and common mistakes that hold archers back in the field. Whether you’re preparing for elk season or looking to tighten your groups before fall, this conversation is packed with practical advice from one of the most respected voices in archery.

Spring bear season is one of my favorite times to be in the mountains, and it’s also a great excuse to dial in my gear before the chaos of fall hits. In this episode, I’m joined by Trail Kreitzer as I break down every single item I’m carrying on my spring black bear hunts, and Trail is here to critique my choices. This isn’t a “you need this gear” situation. It’s more of a “here’s what works for me and the reasoning behind it” conversation. Take what’s useful, leave what isn’t. What I like about bear hunts, this gear list is almost a mirror of what I use on fall mule deer hunts.