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EP 273 - Ultralight iPhone Filmmaking Setup for the Backcountry (Shoots RAW!)
If you’re looking to film high-quality, cinematic content deep in the backcountry without lugging around a heavy camera rig — this iPhone setup is for you. In this video, I walk through my ultralight iPhone 15 Pro Max filmmaking rig, designed for shooting Apple ProRAW / ProRes, capturing clean wireless audio, and storing footage directly to an external SSD. This setup is perfect for backcountry hunters, adventure filmmakers, mobile content creators, or anyone trying to travel light without compromising on quality. Let’s break it down! 🎥 Gear I Use: iPhone 15 Pro Max (or newer) Samsung T7 SSD (external storage for ProRes/RAW footage) SmallRig SSD Mount (keeps SSD secure + compact) Newer Cold Shoe Mount (modular & lightweight) Rode Magnetic Smartphone Mount (quick attachment on the go) 40Gbps Flexible USB-C Cable (no dropouts, high-speed transfers) DJI Mic 2 (Bluetooth audio, no receiver needed) 💡 What You’ll Learn: How to shoot RAW video on iPhone using an SSD Lightweight audio setup with DJI Mic 2 via Bluetooth Best gear for filming in remote or rugged locations Color grading workflow using LUTs in post-production How to keep your pack light without sacrificing image quality 0:00 – Intro 3:00 – Mindful Hunter Outfitting 3:52 – Gear Required 8:59 – Swarovski ATX 85mm Giveaway 9:58 – Apps Required 12:48 – Digiscoping Mode 14:22 – Storage and Access 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 272 – After-Action Hunt Report: Jay & Ben Debrief Montana Archery Elk
In this new series, I am going to focus on walking through a single hunt from this past season with a hunter and breaking down their success, lessons learned, gear failures and much more. On this episode, I sit down with my friend Ben, and we break down our archery elk hunt in Montana this year. 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 271 - GoHunt Apparel Review: Initial Impressions with Follow-Up After a Season of Bear Guiding
Welcome back to another edition of Mindful Review Mondays, where I provide an audio version of a video review I have already posted to YouTube. This week, I am combining two episodes into one. Not only did I post the first impressions review of the new GoHunt apparel, but I also attached the follow-up review I shared after a full season of bear guiding in the clothing. 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 270 – After-Action Hunt Report: Rydell from Aziak Debriefs His Alaska Sheep Hunt
In this new series I am going to focus on walking through a single hunt from this past season with a hunter and breaking down their success, lessons learned, gear failures and much more. On this first episode I sit down with my friend and founder of Aziak Equipment Rydell Reinbold. Aziak Equipment https://aziak.com/ https://www.instagram.com/aziakequipment/ 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 269 - The Best Fitness Tracker in 2025 – Garmin Fenix vs. Whoop
In this podcast, we put the latest lineup of hunting and fitness wearables through the Mindful Hunter scoring system—breaking down everything from battery life and GPS performance to real-world hunt data and sleep tracking. If you’re looking for a no-nonsense review that cuts through the marketing fluff, this one’s for you. We start with a full overview of the scoring system and testing methodology, followed by a deep dive into how each watch performed across a variety of metrics that actually matter in the field. From price and display quality to weather resistance and app integration, we leave no stone unturned. This review also includes a detailed section on performance and health tracking, as well as exclusive hunt data analysis and training metrics that show how these devices hold up under pressure.+ If you’re serious about your gear and want honest insights from someone who’s been there, this breakdown will give you the clarity you need to make the right choice. 0:00 – Intro 1:58 – Scoring System 2:28 – Mindful Hunter Outfitting 3:26 – Price 4:46 – Battery 7:23 – Bands 8:51 – Display 9:53 – Weather Resistance 10:34 – GPS 11:26 – App Integration 13:29 – Descriptive Totals 13:37 – Swarovski ATX 85 Giveaway 14:27 – Sensors 15:28 – Sensitivity 16:28 – Performance Tracking 17:41 – Health Tracking 18:42 – Sleep Tracking 19:02 – Hunt Data 24:31 – Training Data 25:38 – Tracking Totals 25:54 – Final Score 26:21 – Recommendations 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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