The Tricer Podcast

In this episode of the Tricer Podcast, Drew Miles talks with Mike Lilygren, co-founder of Maven Optics, to dive into the story behind one of the most respected names in western hunting optics. Mike shares how he left the corporate world to help build Maven in Lander, Wyoming—where a passion for the outdoors, community, and innovation drives everything they do. From binos, and spotting scopes to ri...

This week on the Tricer Podcast, Drew talks with Zach Steubing, a former Marine sniper and long-range shooting instructor with Ghost Firearms Training. Based in Pennsylvania, Zach's team helps shooters of all levels hit targets out to 1,000 yards—often on day one. They talk about the importance of structured training, maximizing range time, and how caliber choice can impact performance in the fiel...

In this episode, Drew Miles chats with seasoned bow hunter Jared Mills about their eye-opening experience hunting in Africa. Initially skeptical of African hunts, both Drew and Jared found the adventure transcended their expectations, blending the thrill of the chase with cultural immersion. They discuss the unique challenges posed by the game and landscape, comparing it to the rugged terrain and...

In this episode, Drew Miles sits down with Steven Laughter —Marine Corps scout sniper turned full-time photographer and passionate hunter. From growing up chasing deer in Northern California to learning recon and camera skills in the military, Steven shares his evolution from sniper to storyteller. The two dive into gritty field stories, lessons from time spent outdoors, and practical tips for sta...

In this episode, host Drew Miles sits down with Colorado firefighter and seasoned outdoorsman Lane Walter for a raw and honest conversation about western hunting and the grind behind the lens. The two dive into the world of predator hunting, the influence of their mutual friend Mike Hearn, and Lane’s evolution into filming hunts — including the unforgettable moment of capturing Brian Barney’s firs...

In this episode, Chad Ryker flips the microphone with Tricer founder Drew Miles for a no-BS conversation about the grind of growing a Western hunting gear company from a backyard shed. Drew opens up about balancing life on the road — from Hawaii to Africa to the mountains of Montana — while keeping his brand true to its roots. They dive into the rapid growth of Tricer, the myths surrounding corpor...

This week on the TRICER PODCAST , Drew sits down with Tim Maddock of Madd Hunts , a true expert in chasing the elusive gray ghost— Coues deer . Tim and his sons manage thousands of prime acres in Mexico, delivering world-class hunting opportunities for serious Western hunters. Tim and drew dive deep into hunting trophy Coues bucks in Mexico, managing herds for age and quality, letting young bucks...

This week on the TRICER PODCAST, Drew hosts Jeff Dodds, founder of Mountain Dads, a movement dedicated to “ foraging family resilience” . This episode is a deep dive into what it means to raise strong kids, lead as intentional fathers, and embrace the wild as our greatest teacher. Jeff and Drew unpack the power of the mountains — how stripping away modern comforts and getting back to our roots can...

This week Drew Miles and the Tricer Podcast host Dane Williams, co-founder of the Hard Side Hydration product. Drew has confessed many times the Hard Side bottle is one of his favorite pieces of gear from the last season. Dane recounts the idea originated during their own hunting experiences when they faced issues with water bladders. The product was developed after collaborations and brainstormin...

Drew Miles and the Tricer Podcast welcome renowned firearms expert and host of the Backcountry Hunting Podcast, Joseph von Benedikt. Drew and Joseph discuss the appeal and performance of classic cartridges like the .280 Ackley, .270, .30-06, and .30-30, emphasizing their effectiveness in hunting up to 500 yards. Drew and Joseph share their experiences as family men and hunters, reflecting on the i...

Drew Miles and the Tricer Podcast host Cliff Gray, discussing Cliff’s extensive experience in the hunting industry and his expertise in elk hunting. They delve into Cliff’s unconventional lifestyle, which includes homeschooling his children and living in various places around the world, highlighting both the benefits and challenges of such a life. Cliff shares his background in a corporate finance...

This week on the Tricer Podcast, Drew talks with Clayton and Ben of Grizzly Brothers, lifelong California hunters with a serious passion for chasing bear and deer in the rugged West. After years of experience in the backcountry, the Grizzly Brothers have developed a proven bear calling technique, leading to the creation of their brand new call "The Quota." Whether you're a seasoned predator hunter...

This week on the Tricer Podcast, Drew talks with Eric Stecker of McMillan Stocks to dive deep into one of the most critical components of any precision rifle… the stock. Eric brings decades of experience across all shooting disciplines, from competitive long range to backcountry hunting. Together, they break down the key differences between hunting and competition stocks, explore the cutting-edge...

This week on the Tricer Podcast, Drew sits down with Travis Ishida, the founder and owner of NRL Hunter. Travis shares the story behind the creation of NRL Hunter and how his competitive mindset helped shape it into the powerhouse it is today. If you've ever wondered about the origins of NRL Hunter or the vision behind its growth, this episode is a must-listen. Travis and Drew also dive into the c...

This week on the Tricer Podcast, Drew sits down with Dave Barnett from GOHUNT to dive into the exciting new Predictive Draw Odds feature available to GOHUNT Insiders. For the first time ever, GOHUNT can give hunters a glimpse into what the draw odds will look like this season, helping you plan your next hunt with better insight. Gone are the days of only knowing last year’s results—you can now get...

This week on the Tricer Podcast, Drew sits down with Robert Fickett, an experienced Maine moose guide, to discuss everything you need to know about hunting moose in the rugged wilderness of the Northeast. Robert shares his expert insights on the challenges and rewards of chasing moose, as well as essential tips for non-resident hunters, including how to navigate the application process. Whether yo...

This week on the Tricer Podcast, Drew has Kevin Hill from Burro Mountain Rifles on to talk about custom rifle builds. Burro Mountain Rifles is building custom rifles at an affordable price and they come scoped with quality optics and load development complete. Drew and Kevin talk about starting a custom rifle business, a wide variety of hunting and competition cartridges and a lot of ballistics ta...

This week on the Tricer Podcast, Drew has Hannah Leonard from Sporting Lead Free. This is an awesome discussion about lead free bullets and the awareness of what lead bullets can do. Sporting Lead Free is working hard to increase awareness about the link between the use of lead-based ammunition and tackle and the effects of lead in both wildlife and humans. Drew and Hannah dive deep into the topic...

This week on the Tricer Podcast, Drew has Steve Turigliatto on to talk about hunting in California. Steve talks about getting starting hunting “back in the day” and how he is trying to pass on the knowledge he learned over the years to the next generation. They also dive deep into the turkey population in California and when they were reintroduced. These guys go way beyond the borders of Californi...

This week on the Tricer Podcast, Drew has Steve Raudenbush from MTN2Coast Outdoors. These guys have one of the best hunting discussions on a podcast in a long time. They start off talking about MTN2Coast Outdoors and how it was created and that leads to rabbit holes about backpack hunting and making hunting films. As the discussion goes on Drew and Steve talk about training and how they prepare fo...

This week on the Tricer Podcast, Drew has Eli and Travis Bertrand on to discuss 2nd Amendment Concepts. 2A Concepts is a small business built by Eli Bertrand, a young entrepreneur who is developing products to solve shooting and hunting problems. Eli is designing and developing 3D printed products to support NRL Hunter and PRS shooters as well as hunters in the field. If you haven’t heard of 2nd A...

This week on the Tricer Podcast, Drew has Dale Evans from Barnes and Sierra Bullets. If you listen to the Tricer Podcast, then you know Drew loves copper bullets. He has Dale on to talk about the effectiveness of the Barnes Bullets and the different types of bullets they offer. These guys also discuss some of the offerings from Sierra Bullets, from match bullets to big game and varmint. If you are...

This week on the Tricer Podcast, Drew has Chad Ryker on the show. Chad flips the microphone on Drew and asks him questions about new products coming to the market, some sooner than othersbut they are all coming. Drew talks in depth about the new Tricer RP bipod and how it is the most functional rifle bipod out there. He also talks about the DZ fluid/ball head and the 360 micro adjust attachment. T...

This week on the Tricer Podcast, Drew has Shane Weigand from New Mexico Pack Burros. Shane hunts with his burros and uses them to pack out game from the mountains but that’s not all. Shane is also a pack burro racer, yep you read that right, a pack burro racer. There is a circuit of pack burro racers out there who racer with their burros through the wild west. Shane shares his stories of hunting a...

This week on the Tricer Podcast, Drew has Luke Horak from Arrowhead Rifles. Have you hunted with a high power muzzleloader? They are absolutely impressive approaching speeds of many high power rifle cartridges. Luke Horak from Arrowhead Rifle has perfected the high power muzzleloader game and builds some of the best muzzleloaders and rifles in the States. These guys talk about muzzleloaders and th...