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Jay Nichol
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  • EP 264 - Meindl Air Revolution Alpine Pro 200 Review – A Real-World Test
    Boot reviews suck—and I’ve said it before. But that doesn’t mean I won’t do my best to give you the most honest, no-BS breakdown of the Meindl Air Revolution Alpine Pro 200 after 5 months of real-world testing. I put these boots through 25-30 training hikes (each 90 minutes with a 50lb pack) and a late-season mule deer hunt in freezing temps with deep snow. My goal? Find a late-season boot that’s not as stiff as my La Sportiva Nepal GTX but still tough enough for serious mountain hunting. Do they live up to the hype? Are they worth your money? And most importantly—should you trust another boot review? Let’s find out. 🎯 GIVEAWAY ALERT! Every $5 you spend on merch at https://forgedinthebackcountry.com/ gets you 1 entry to win a Swarovski 85mm Spotting Scope. No purchase required. Contest begins on February 1, 2025 at 12:01 a.m. PST and ends on April 30, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. PST. There is a total of 1 prize available to be won consisting of: (i) 1 previously owned Swarovski ATX 85mm Spotting Scope (approximate retail value $5,900.00 CAD). Skill testing question required. This Contest is open only to legal residents of the 50 United States, The District of Columbia, Canada (excluding Quebec), United Kingdom, New Zealand, Finland, France and Switzerland, who are legal age of majority in their jurisdiction of residence (19 in AL and NE, 21 in MS, and 18 in all remaining U.S. states, The District of Columbia and Canada, 16 in United Kingdom, 20 in New Zealand, 16 in Finland, 15 in France, and 18 in Switzerland), who are age of majority in their province or territory of residence at time of entry.  Odds of winning depend on number of eligible entries received before contest closes. No entry limit. For full rules and entry details visit: https://forgedinthebackcountry.com/blogs/resources/swarovski-atx-85mm-spotting-scope-giveaway Chapters: 0:00 – Intro 1:16 – Testing Protocol 2:30 – Spring Bear Discount! 3:32 – Tech Specs 6:17 – Swarovski ATX 85mm Giveaway 7:41 – What I like about the boots 10:43 – What I don’t like about the boots 14:54 – Sig Sauer Zulu 10 15x Bino Giveaway 15:44 – Final Thoughts Jay Nichol [email protected] https://www.mindful-reviews.com/ https://www.mindfulhunter.com/ Forged In The Backcountry https://forgedinthebackcountry.com/ Merch https://www.mindfulhunter.com/shop   Newsletter https://www.mindfulhunter.com/contact IG https://www.instagram.com/mindful_hunter/ Podcast https://www.mindfulhunter.com/podcast   Free Backcountry Nutrition Guide https://www.mindfulhunter.com/tools
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  • EP 263 - NEW Budget Spotting Scope & Binoculars from Sirui – Are They Worth It?
    🔎 Affordable Spotting Scope & Binoculars – Sirui Review 🔎 Are budget-friendly optics worth your money, or do you always “get what you pay for”? I put the new Sirui spotting scope and binoculars to the test to see if they break the mold. Are these the best low-cost optics for hunters and outdoor enthusiasts? Watch to find out! 💥 PLUS: SIG SAUER Zulu 10 15x Binoculars Giveaway! Stay tuned for details. 📌 Timestamps: 0:00 – Intro 1:49 – BC Spring Bear Hunts 2:17 – Categories 2:29 – Price 💰 3:33 – Weight ⚖️ 3:55 – Size 📏 4:31 – Origin 🌍 5:10 – Warranty 🛠️ 5:52 – Weather Resistance ☔ 6:12 – Ergonomics 👐 9:12 – Field of View 🌄 10:15 – Glass Quality & Optical Performance 🔍 12:41 – GIVEAWAY: Sig Sauer Zulu 10 15x Binoculars 🎁 13:07 – Conclusion 🔔 Subscribe for more in-depth gear reviews! Jay Nichol [email protected] https://www.mindful-reviews.com/ https://www.mindfulhunter.com/ Forged In The Backcountry (clothing) https://forgedinthebackcountry.com/ 📩 Join My Newsletter: https://www.mindfulhunter.com/contact 👕 Get Mindful Hunter Merch: https://www.mindfulhunter.com/shop 🎧 Listen to the Podcast: https://www.mindfulhunter.com/podcast 📖 Free Backcountry Nutrition Guide: https://www.mindfulhunter.com/tools 👉 Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindful_hunter/
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  • EP 262 - Best Phone Scope Adapter 2025
    A reliable phone scope adapter is essential for capturing high-quality footage of your hunting adventures. With so many new options on the market, choosing the right one can be overwhelming. In this video, I put 5 of the top adapters—Full Frame, MagView, Mountain Mag, Ollin, and On Glass—through rigorous testing to see which one truly stands out. 🔎 What You’ll Learn: ✔️ Price & Compatibility Breakdown ✔️ Optic & Phone Installation Process ✔️ MagSafe & Multi-Lens Support ✔️ Ease of Use & Overall Performance ✔️ My #1 Recommendation for 2025 💥 PLUS: SIG SAUER Zulu 10 15x Bino Giveaway! Stay tuned for details. 📌 Timestamps: 0:00 – Intro 0:33 – Brands Tested 0:54 – Scoring System 1:59 – Mindful Hunter Outfitting 2:48 – Price 3:27 – Adapter Compatibility 6:33 – Optic Installation 9:41 – Leave On Adapter 12:39 – Phone Installation 15:51 – Magsafe Compatibility 19:38 – Ease of Use 22:21 – Portrait/Landscape Use 31:19 – Final Scores & Best Pick 🔔 Subscribe for More In-Depth Gear Reviews Jay Nichol [email protected] https://www.mindful-reviews.com/ https://www.mindfulhunter.com/ Forged In The Backcountry https://forgedinthebackcountry.com/ 📩 Join My Newsletter: https://www.mindfulhunter.com/contact 👕 Get Mindful Hunter Merch: https://www.mindfulhunter.com/shop 🎧 Listen to the Podcast: https://www.mindfulhunter.com/podcast Free Backcountry Nutrition Guide https://www.mindfulhunter.com/tools 👉 Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindful_hunter/
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  • EP 261 - Atlas MTN Range vs. Montane Snowshoes: Which One Survives the Backcountry Test?
    I put snowshoes to the ultimate test—breaking two pairs on my last three winter hunts. After finally finding a reliable pair with the Atlas Montane 35, I couldn’t help but wonder: is there something even better? Enter the Atlas MTN Range 35. In this video, I run both snowshoes through a head-to-head comparison to see which one can handle extreme conditions. Can the Atlas MTN Range replace my trusted Montane? Watch now to find out which snowshoe reigns supreme for winter hunting and backcountry adventures. 📌 Chapters for Easy Navigation: 0:00 – Intro 4:05 – Overview 6:11 – Scoring System 6:52 – Mindful Hunter Outfitting 8:19 - Price 8:30 - Weight 9:23 - Materials 9:35 – Bindings 14:29 – Traction 15:42 – Flotation 15:55 – Durability 20:52 – Features 21:40 – Mindful Reviews Giveaway 23:25 – Conclusion Jay Nichol [email protected] https://www.mindful-reviews.com/ https://www.mindfulhunter.com/ Merch https://www.mindfulhunter.com/shop Newsletter https://www.mindfulhunter.com/contact IG https://www.instagram.com/mindful_hunter/ Podcast https://www.mindfulhunter.com/podcast Free Backcountry Nutrition Guide https://www.mindfulhunter.com/tools
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  • EP 260 – The Full Circle Story: My Hunting Partner Bailed, and I Got Charged By A Grizzly
    In this episode of the Mindful Hunter Podcast, I break down the full story behind “Full Circle” — my year-long mountain goat saga filmed over six separate hunts in British Columbia. I share the raw behind-the-scenes truth of the final hunt: when my hunting partner bailed mid-trip and a grizzly charged me as I tried to recover my goat. From the emotional highs of the Full Circle premiere to the reality of solo backcountry hunting, this is one of the most intense stories I have ever told. 🎥 Watch the film: https://youtu.be/WoDa9wpmQgc 👕 Limited Edition Shirt Drop + Poster Giveaway: https://forgedinthebackcountry.com/products/full-circle-limited-edition-heavyweight-tee 🕒 Chapter Timestamps 00:00 – Introduction & “Full Circle” film premiere 02:00 – Limited edition t-shirt, posters & 10% off code 05:00 – The five-year mountain goat saga begins 08:00 – Six hunts in 13 months across British Columbia 09:30 – Partner bails early on the first hunt 13:00 – Lessons in partnership, quitting, and persistence 20:00 – Back to the mountains – scouting, planning, and preparation 25:00 – Opening day: the massive Billy and a perfect shot 27:00 – Partner bails again — Jay goes solo 34:00 – Fog, grizzlies, and a stolen goat carcass 41:00 – The grizzly charge 48:00 – Calling the CO & realizing the hunt is over 52:00 – What the whole Full Circle journey meant 56:00 – Lessons learned, gratitude, and next year’s goal   Jay Nichol [email protected] https://www.mindful-reviews.com/ https://www.mindfulhunter.com/   Forged In The Backcountry https://forgedinthebackcountry.com/   Merch https://www.mindfulhunter.com/shop   Newsletter https://www.mindfulhunter.com/contact   IG https://www.instagram.com/mindful_hunter/   Podcast https://www.mindfulhunter.com/podcast   Free Backcountry Nutrition Guide https://www.mindfulhunter.com/tools  
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