The Mindful Hunter Podcast

Four months ago, I gave my first impressions of the new GoHunt apparel lineup. Now, after a full season of guiding black bear hunts in British Columbia, attending a shooting course, and weeks of scouting, I’ve put these pieces through serious abuse.
In this video, I give you my honest, unsponsored, and unfiltered feedback on four key pieces:
• Atmosphere Jacket
• Blackrock Hoodie
• Basin Hoodie 
• Approach Hoodie
No marketing hype — just real-world results from months in the field. Some pieces impressed me, others fell flat. If you’re considering GoHunt gear, this review will help you make a smarter decision before dropping your cash.
👉 Do you agree with my take, or has your experience been different? Drop your thoughts in the comments below.
 
⏱️ Chapters
00:00 – Intro & Why This Review Matters
01:01 – Atmosphere Jacket (Sitka Ambient Comparison)
03:23 – Blackrock Hoodie (Best Grid Fleece?)
04:58 – Basin Hoodie (Merino Durability Issues)
06:33 – Approach Hoodie (Favorite Piece)
08:45 – Overall Thoughts on GoHunt Apparel
10:52 – What’s Next from GoHunt (Approach Light, Pants)
11:28 – Community, Giveaways & Closing
 
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0:28 – First review

 
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Looking for the best digiscoping adapter for your spotting scope? In this video, I put the Kapture Digiscoping Adapter head-to-head against the industry leader, the Ollin adapter. After six weeks of guiding bear hunts in British Columbia, I tested both products in real hunting conditions to see which one holds up when it matters most.
We compare:
 • Price
 • Build quality & installation
 • MagSafe accessory compatibility
 • 5x iPhone lens support
 • Field usability & reliability
If you’re serious about filming your hunts, digiscoping wildlife, or capturing backcountry footage with your iPhone, this review will save you money, frustration, and missed shots.
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00:00 – Intro & Previous Digiscoping Review
00:20 – New Player on the Market: Kapture
01:10 – 6 Weeks of Field Testing in BC
02:05 – How Ollin Works
02:44 – How Kapture Works
03:50 – Price Comparison ($175 vs. $310)
05:00 – Adapter Compatibility & Installation
05:35 – Leaving Adapters On While Glassing
06:20 – Phone Install & MagSafe Compatibility
07:21 – Portrait vs. Landscape Mode
07:45 – The 5x iPhone Lens Advantage
09:50 – User Experience Scores
10:45 – Final Category Rankings (Dead Tie)
11:10 – What Really Matters: Field Experience
13:20 – Why Convenience Beats Features
16:40 – Design Flaws with Kapture’s Adapter
20:00 – Build Quality & Stability Issues
21:00 – Everyday Use with Bino Harness & Pockets
22:10 – Why Ollin Wins for Reliability
23:05 – Wrap Up & Final Verdict
23:50 – Support Mindful Hunter Reviews

 

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0:07 – Digiscoiping review
 
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In this in-depth review of the 2025 Durston X-Mid 2 Solid, I take this ultralight trekking pole shelter into true mountain hunting terrain to find out whether it can handle real-world backcountry abuse. Wind, rain, poor ground conditions—you name it. No sponsor bias, no marketing fluff—just hard-earned experience and honest feedback.

We cover everything from specs, setup, and weather resistance to real-time in-field performance and packability. I also break down whether this tent belongs in your hunting toolkit—or if it’s better left for more casual trips.

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🕒 Timestamps / Chapters

00:00 – Intro from the Field (Hawaii Update)
00:38 – Initial Setup and Wind Prep Strategy
01:50 – Tent Design and Geometric Benefits
02:50 – Gear Testing and Scouting Trip Overview
03:45 – Guided Hunt Openings + Booking Info
04:14 – Tent Review Criteria Explained (11 Metrics)
05:22 – Weight, Price & Materials Deep Dive
06:05 – Weather Resistance and Rain Performance
06:54 – Condensation, Build Quality & Packability
07:58 – Setup Techniques and Pro Tips
09:18 – Small Footprint Trade-offs
10:10 – Real-World Interior Space Test
11:49 – Vestibules: One of the Tent’s Biggest Wins
13:20 – In-Field Footage
16:54 – Final Verdict & Use Case Recommendations
18:54 – Support Independent Reviews

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Are you a bigger guy looking for the best ultralight sleeping pad that won’t bottom out on rocky ground or cold nights? In this in-depth comparison, I put the Thermarest NeoAir Xlite NXT and the Big Agnes Zoom UL head-to-head to find out which one truly delivers for tall and heavy hunters and backpackers.

This review goes beyond marketing fluff. I field-tested both pads in real backcountry conditions, evaluated their warmth, comfort, durability, and packability, and broke down the specs in a way that actually matters when you’re over 6 feet tall and 200+ pounds.

If you’re tired of vague reviews and want real answers from a mindful, no-BS perspective—this one’s for you.

0:00 – Intro

2:28 – Testing Protocol

3:17 – Spec Comparison Table

8:03 – Mindful Hunter Outfitting

8:51 – In-field Testing Footage

13:15 – Final Thoughts & Recommendations

 

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Is the Sig Sauer Oscar 6 HDX Pro worth the hype? In this no-nonsense review, I take a deep dive into Sig’s latest image-stabilized spotting scope and stack it up against the competition in real-world hunting and glassing conditions.

📌 Chapters:
0:00 – Intro
3:09 – Limitations of digiscope footage for competitive reviews
4:45 – Mindful Hunter Outfitting updates
5:38 – 3-way Digiscope Analysis
12:29 – 3-way Category Scoring
15:50 – Conclusion & Recommendations

🧠 What You’ll Learn:
• Real-world pros and cons of the Oscar 6 HDX Pro
• Where it excels—and where it falls short
• How it compares to other high-end stabilized spotters
• Who should (and shouldn’t) invest in this optic

🎯 Whether you’re a backcountry hunter, long-range shooter, or glassing geek, this breakdown delivers the insights you need—no marketing fluff, just honest field-tested results.

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Jay Nichol
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