Red, White and Moose

In this episode of Red, White and Moose, the focus shifts to managing the absolute madness of preparation and precision. With the Ultimate Hunting Experience at Gravestone just days away, we dive into the behind-the-scenes logistics of processing an avalanche of Rinehart targets and sponsor gear. The workbench is heavy with new arrivals from SilencerCo, leading into a detailed breakdown of suppressor trade-offs—weighing K-cans against full-size setups, and the distinct advantages of titanium versus stainless steel for backcountry hunting. Finally, the focus turns to the archery range, exploring the meticulous process of tuning the Mathews ARC 34, the humbling reality of dialing in a sight tape at 100 yards, and how stretching the distance magnifies every flaw in execution.

In this episode of Red, White and Moose, Mike dives into a massive recap of the highly anticipated Dust Devil Duel NRL Hunter match. Before getting into the match breakdown, he shares some exciting updates from the shop, new gear testing, and what to expect from the very first Ultimate Hunting Experience event.
Episode Highlights:
Archery & Optics: Mike discusses testing out the new Kahles K540i and getting his bow dialed in with a Stan OnneX thumb button clicker ahead of an upcoming hog hunt.

Ultimate Hunting Experience (UHE): The inaugural event is set for May 23rd and 24th at Gravestone in Lipan, Texas. Designed for both active competitors and non-competitors, it’s the perfect environment to test your gear in real-life hunting scenarios without the pressure of a formal match.

Dust Devil Duel Recap: A massive thank you to the Bivens family, Diligent Defense, RecoilX, and all the shooters who made this one of the largest NRL matches in the country.

Weather & Wind Conditions: A breakdown of the wildly switchy Friday winds, the consistent Saturday gusts, and how the terrain played tricks on shooters all weekend.

The Ranging Challenge: Mike explains why so many shooters struggled with elevation data, detailing how deceptive Texas terrain and vegetation can lead to false range readings, plus his personal strategy for verifying ranges on the clock.

The Kill Rack Stage: A deep dive into one of the most talked-about stages of the match—shooting from a dual-seat Kill Rack high rack buggy.

Winners & The Texas Triple Crown: A huge congratulations to Alec Cochran for taking the overall win and securing the Texas Triple Crown, taking home a custom West Texas Ordnance rifle and suppressor. Shoutouts also go to Dorgan and Brandon Green for winning the team division, and Lane Ratliff and Colin Parsons for securing the Team Triple Crown.

The Ultimate Hunting Experience is officially live. After a year of working behind the scenes, Mike sits down with Dan from Raven Rifles to announce a massive new movement in the hunting and shooting industry. Co-founded alongside Evan Dextrase, Evan Hafer (Black Rifle Coffee), and the crew at Alpha Munitions, The Ultimate Hunting Experience (UHE) was built to fill a massive gap for the everyday hunter.
We are bringing you real-life hunting scenarios in a totally non-competitive, family-friendly environment. No divisions, no match pressure—just you, your hunting buddies, and your gear out in the field getting better at what you love. Whether you run a centerfire rifle or a bow, UHE events give you the chance to run your kit, learn from experienced guides, and put your hands on top-tier gear from the best partners in the industry.
In this episode, we cover:
What to expect at a UHE event (blind scenarios, target types, and vendor integration).

Why we built an event with absolutely zero competition pressure.

The massive UHE prize offerings (giving away gear from Microtech, Vortex, Armageddon Gear, CVA, and more just for participating).

The UHE Annual Membership: $129 gets you exclusive partner discounts (OnX, Mountain Tough, Manners, etc.) and entry into massive milestone giveaways.

Details on the inaugural event at Gravestone in Lipan, TX (May 23rd & 24th).

EARLY BIRD GIVEAWAY: Sign up for the first event by midnight on May 12th, and your name goes in the hat to win a Microtech LUDT knife, drawn personally by Dan.
Register and get your membership now: https://theultimatehuntingexperience.com/

Welcome back to Red, White and Moose! This week, Mike is joined by one of the sharpest minds—and best shooters—in the precision rifle game: Tobias Lindgren of Botnia Solutions. Tobias is representing Sweden in the upcoming IPRF World Championship and is the mastermind behind some of the most effective and intelligently designed muzzle brakes on the planet.
If you’ve ever debated running a brake versus a suppressor, or wondered why certain muzzle devices beat you up while others shoot incredibly flat, this is the ultimate masterclass. Tobias completely nerds out on the physics of recoil, the dynamics of high-speed gas jets, and how CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics) testing shapes Botnia’s elite Maxi series.
In this episode, we cover:
The Brake vs. Suppressor Debate: The truth about concussion, how blast waves affect your mental game and vision, and why your gear choices can make or break a two-day match.

The Physics of Muzzle Devices: How gas volume, pressure, and port angles dictate recoil reduction, and why hybrid suppressor-brakes perform the way they do.

Caliber Trends in PRS: Why the industry is shifting between 6mm, 6.5s, 25s, and why these two have been hammering with heavy 7mm and 300 Norma magnums.

Free Recoiling & Rifle Balance: The controversial truth about free recoiling, the exact point where your rifle should balance on a barricade bag, and how chassis setup changes the way you absorb recoil.

Sponsors:This episode is brought to you by Botnia Solutions, Alpha Munitions, Lone Peak, Kahles, Foundation, Hawkins Precision, West Texas Ordnance, and Raven Rifles.
Connect with us:
Tobias: @botniasolutions
Mike: @themikeburdis
The Show: @redwhiteandmoose

Welcome back to Red, White and Moose! In this episode, Mike breaks down his recent run at the NRL Hunter Cactus Classic, put on by Clayton Smith at the incredible 26,000-acre Hawks Double Mountain Ranch in Rotan, Texas.
Coming off knee surgery just six weeks prior, Mike decided to have some fun and test himself by running his heavy-hitting .300 Norma. He gives an honest, unfiltered after-action report of his weekend, starting with a mentally grueling Saturday plagued by target-finding struggles, mental fog, and unexpected data issues that led to zeroing three stages. Mike explains exactly how he dug deep, trusted his process, and executed a massive Sunday comeback, climbing nearly 30 spots up the leaderboard to finish 22nd overall.
Mike also dives deep into his gear performance, sharing initial impressions of the Vortex Talon binoculars versus his Swarovski ELs, the undeniable recoil mitigation of the Botnia Maxi suppressor, and why the Foundation stock's hybrid construction is an absolute game-changer. Plus, hear about Clayton Smith’s tricky stage designs, the incredible prize tables, and a huge shoutout to the match winner, Alec Cochran.
Topics Covered in this Episode:
Recap of the NRL Hunter Cactus Classic at Hawks Double Mountain Ranch.

Running a .300 Norma dynamically: Gear breakdown, recoil management, and performance.

The Mental Game: Bouncing back from zeroed stages, bad data, and mental fog.

Pro-Tips: Why you should run a timer on stages and how to find targets in challenging terrain.

Upcoming matches, including the final leg of the Texas Triple Crown: The Dust Devil Duel.