Big Hunt Guys

This year will likely go down as one of the best ever for the Big Hunt Guys. Brady successfully took seven different species, eight big game animals in total. Lorenzo packing into rugged terrain and took a great Stone sheep with his bow. In addition he assisted a friend and coworker, Omar, in taking his first bull elk with his bow. Trail killed his best archery mule deer buck yet. To cap off 2023...

Ethan Klein, GOHUNT Gear Buyer, joins the guys on the podcast to talk about what it's like to draw a tag of your dreams and hunt bighorn rams in the desert landscape of Arizona. Many of us may never get an opportunity to hunt these iconic animals so this is a great listen for those who want to live vicariously through him to experience a truly incredible hunt of a lifetime. Follow along: Instagram...

Besides being the best month to find yourself in a treestand or hunting rutting mule deer, November is the month when new bows are released. Brady, Lorenzo, and Trail sit down to talk about what you should consider when buying a new bow. They also offer a detailed review of the all new Mathews Lift bow. They talk tech, tuning, and building your own bow shop. You need a new Mathews Lift, listen to...

A friend of GOHUNT, Jaryd Bernstein from Bernstein Outdoor Sales stops by to discuss Vortex Optics' new Impact 4000 Ballistic Rail-Mounted Laser Rangefinder and what’s new at Vortex. The Impact 4000 is an all-in-one range and ballistic problem solver that delivers point-and-shoot solutions without coming off the gun. Brady and Jaryd also have a friendly debate and compare the pros and cons of usin...

Idaho… never heard of it. At least that’s what Brady says. But for those who have heard of Idaho, this episode is all about how to plan, prepare, and research for Idaho’s general season deer and elk tag sale date that is coming up quickly. There’s a lot to unravel if you want a tag in Idaho and the guys break it down. Plus, application season is officially here, and they talk about other important...

The Big Hunt Guys have a lively discussion about Utah’s recently released mule deer proposal, which has sparked heated debate between supporters and opponents of the possible management changes. Beyond that, Utah is also proposing to make scopes on muzzleloaders illegal during muzzleloader hunts, which is also discussed. The changes to some general mule deer units in the southern region include sh...

Across the west, hunters are heading into the field for late rifle deer and elk hunts! This week we tackle everything from tactics, layering to stay warm and dry, camping, navigating late-season weather and roads, and how to make the most of your hunt. Finding success on a late-season buck or bull comes with its own unique set of challenges. With a ton of experience, the guys share their best info...

What's a saddle? Thermals, never heard of them. The Big Hunt Guys break down some of the commonly used terms in big game hunting. They also discuss maps, including the brand new GOHUNT topo, which was developed in house specifically to meet the needs of hunters. If you have ever wondered how to read a map, or how to use a map to plan and execute your hunt plan this is the podcast for you. This is...

Sig Sauer has been making big waves in the hunting space over the past several years. What began as a successful wagon factory in Switzerland has developed into firearms, ammo, optics, and suppressors. Anthony and Troy from Sig Sauer stopped by the GOHUNT office to talk about rangefinders, rifle scopes, and the new groundbreaking lineup of ZULU6 Optical Image Stabilizing binoculars. The guys discu...

This podcast is a little different than the norm. With late-season elk hunts on the horizon, the guys take a look at everything Chris Porter is bringing on his upcoming rifle elk hunt. Porter is the ultimate planner, and while he has a dialed plan of attack for the gear he’s taking, Lorenzo and Brady gave him some added friendly commentary on what he could potentially improve on when it comes to h...

You’ll never forget your first bull! On this episode, the guys talk about Lorenzo and Omar’s recent backcountry bowhunt for elk. They are also joined by the “Kiwi,” Cam Henderson, who came all the way over from New Zealand to film this and other hunts in the States. Listen in as they do a day-by-day recap of the hunt and hear about Omar’s rollercoaster of emotions leading up to him taking a great...

Lorenzo and Trail are recapping early season archery mule deer success in episode 87. Lorenzo took a great buck with his entire family in town and Trail also killed his best archery buck. They relive the entire experience, offering up all the nitty gritty details on how the hunts went down. Trail also talks about the recently released GOHUNT original film “Dog Days” where he tagged out on a great...

The Big Hunt Guys are in the midst of early season hunts. The guys sit down to recap some early antelope hunts they have helped on and how preparation is going. They dive into archery practice and judging distance before they get to the meat and potatoes of the discussion; hunting pressure. More specifically, the pressure of filling a permit, the potential pressure of working in the hunting indust...

Episode 85 is a deep dive into custom guns, long range shooting and being prepared to take and make the shot in the field. Aaron Davidson is the founder and CEO of Gunwerks, which produces an entire shooting system including the rifle, mounted optic, a customized ballistic turret, bipod, ammunition and more. The guys discuss first focal plane, second focal plane, ammunition, holding windage, muzzl...

It’s hunting season and that means it’s also time to create the list, compile your gear and load up your pack! Lorenzo, Brady and Trail sit down to discuss gear selections for their upcoming archery elk hunts and Brady’s Alaskan moose hunt. They pour over every detail, including pack selection, boots, layering systems, sleep systems, stoves, hydration, kill kits, and Lorenzo does a killer deep DEE...

As seasons kick off around the West, the guys sit down to discuss their preparation, the opening days of archery season, and run through a list of intriguing questions submitted via email and personal messages. They offer tips on flying with a weapon, the best days to hunt elk in Sept, dealing with loneliness on long solo hunts, finding bucks and bulls at various times of the season, how many cool...

The time of year we all dream about is here! The entire crew is back in the house, and we talk about Brady’s kick-off to the second half of his season with a hunt for oryx. We discuss drawing the tag, the challenges of hunting in 100-plus temps, a day-by-day recap, and what it meant to Brady having his dad and good friends join him on this hunt. Follow along: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/g...

Hunting seasons throughout the west are quickly approaching and the anticipation in the office is off the charts. Trail and Lorenzo sit down to share some of their fondest memories of hunting over the last twenty plus years, including the stories behind their first bucks, their best and most memorable bucks and the ones that got away. They also share some lessons learned and take time to talk abou...

Brandon Evans, Head of Research and Customer Service, joins Brady and Trail to discuss his background and history with GOHUNT. He shares the process of collecting and integrating data and draw odds into the Insider platform. The guys also discuss the value of a membership and if a GOHUNT subscription is worth it for a single state hunter. They wrap up by talking about the “GOHUNT effect” and if dr...

Episode 79 has Brady and Trail sitting down to catch up on how preseason prep is going. They discuss the #sweatyhat club and how important preseason training is. They also talk about Brady’s recent scouting trips and each of their plans for the upcoming season. They wrap up by running through a list of archery tips and tricks that every bowhunting should be thinking about to make sure they capital...

Mark Livesay is an e-scouting wizard and seems to have cracked the code for using the available maps, layers, and tools to find game without ever stepping foot in a unit. Mark sits down with the guys to talk about hunt planning and e-scouting. He drops a pile of mapping tips, tricks, and what it takes to build a hunt plan and execute on it. We also talk about his new Outdoor Class course which wil...

Stone Glacier has been one of the fastest-growing private companies in the country and not just in the outdoor space. The President of Stone Glacier, Jeff Sposito, stops by the office to talk hunting packs, camping equipment, layering systems, and building a brand. Follow along: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gohunt/GOHUNT Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GOHUNTofficial/GOHUNT YouTube: htt...

The desire to capture a hunt and to relive and share those stories is a passion for GOHUNT. Luke Dusenbury is a freelance photographer, filmmaker, and friend who has filmed several of our original films. Luke stops by the office to talk about his passion for storytelling, photography, and videography. He shares his story of how he got into this line of work, talks about equipment, and offers ideas...

Brady sits down with our resident glassing guru, Cody Nelson, to talk about tripods and glassing techniques. They break down different tripods for various styles of hunts, ball heads vs. pan heads, tripod maintenance, and much more. Then they get into techniques for how to glass more effectively. When you get Cody and Brady together, it’s a recipe for a great conversation. Follow Along:GOHUNT Inst...

The first official day of summer for the Big Hunt Guys means it’s time to get out and do some scouting. Brady, Lorenzo and Trail sit down to talk about preseason scouting and the steps they take to put a hunt plan in place to be ready for the season. They discuss the most recent feature added to GOHUNT maps, Historical Imagery, and how it can help you e-scout more effectively. They also talk about...