The Tricer Podcast

This week Drew has Alex Millward from Peak Refuel on the podcast to talk about backcountry meals. Alex shares the history of Peak Refuel and how they became the go to meal for hunters on the mountain. Alex talks about using quality ingredients to make delicious meals that will keep you climbing and chasing game for days in the mountains. PEAK REFUEL Instagram - @peakrefuel Website - https://peakre...

This week on the Tricer Podcast backpack series Drew has Dennis and Rob from Initial Ascent @initialascent on to discuss their quickly and aggressively growing backpack company. Initial Ascent started in a garage just a few years ago and has grown into a common backpack name and company in the hunting industry. Dennis and Rob talk about their beginnings through their new pack line that was release...

This week Drew has Cody Austin on the Tricer Podcast. Cody is the winner of the 2023 Leupold Project Hunt, Wyoming elk hunt. Cody is on to tell his story of hardship and success. Cody was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis a few years ago and he tells the story his journey battling MS and the story of the Project Hunt adventure. This is a story that you want and need to hear. Thanks for coming on t...

This week on the Tricer Podcast backpack series Drew has Lyle Hebel from Stone Glacier @stoneglacier on to talk all things Stone Glacier. The podcast revolves around the evolution on the Stone Glacier backpacks from the inception to what they have today. Lyle and Drew also talk about getting into apparel and creating gear for hunters out of necessity and not a need for sales. This is a great podca...

This week Drew has Petra Hilleberg from Hilleberg Tents on the Tricer Podcast. Petra and Drew have a great conversation about the versatility and functionality pf Hilleberg Tents. Petra goes into detail about the quality of tents and how the tents are rated on the website by color code so you can easily find the right tent for your adventure. Drew is a Hilleberg user and describes scenarios when h...

This week on the Tricer Podcast backpack series Drew has Kenneth Thrall from Kifaru @kifaru_intl . Kenneth talks in detail about all things Kifaru, from the start of the company to the development of the new Kifaru ARC Frame. Kenneth touches on the new bags that were developed for the ARC frame and how the old bags still work with the new frame. There is a lot of behind the scenes activity at Kifa...

This week Drew has Brad Brooks from Argali on the Tricer Podcast. Brad and Argali are quickly becoming known for their quality floorless tents and there is a reason why. Brad talks in depth about the products Argali makes and why they choose the materials they do when creating a new product. Brad shares the origin story of Argali and how it all started as with a film and grew into what it is today...

This week on the Tricer Podcast backpack series Drew has Mark Huelsing from Exo Mountain Gear @huntbackcountry on to talk about the K4 series backpack. These two dive in deeper and discuss the beginning of Exo and where the company came from to where it is now and where they want to take it in the future. Also be sure to check out the Hunt Backcountry Podcast to learn more about all things western...

This week Drew has Armando Martinez from Simply Savage Solutions, makers of The Bow Hitch on the Tricer Podcast. If you are looking for a great way to carry your bow on a hunt, during an archery shoot or anytime you need to carry it then check out The Bow Hitch. On this show Drew and Armando talk about the grind of starting a small business and the determination it takes to make it. Armando explai...

This week on the Tricer Podcast backpack series Drew has Greg Williams from Eberlestock. Greg discusses the origins of Eberlestock and how they got to where they are today. Greg talks about the newer modular packs they designed and are producing and their impact on the competitive shooting community. Eberlestock has been a backpack company for almost 40 years, and they continue to innovate and cre...

This week Drew has Clint Casper on the Tricer Podcast to talk about perfecting your craft in the mountains. Clint and drew talk about blue collar hunting and how the average hunter can find time to get in the mountains. They touch on point creep and how it can impact a season or draw in some states. These guys discuss over the counter elk hunting vs a draw hunt, chasing big mule deer and so much m...

This week on the Tricer Podcast backpack series Drew has Jaryd Bernstein from Mystery Ranch. Jaryd talks about the long history of Mystery Ranch and how they got to where they are today. Jaryd talks about the new Metcalf packs released this year as well as the changes made to improve it over the previous models. Jaryd also discusses the other pack lines in the Mystery Ranch line up from hiking to...

This week Drew has Jake and Richard from Archery Evolution on the podcast to talk about their new Sight Saver that is showing up on more and more bows ever day. Archery Evolution introduced the Sight Saver to save your bow from getting trashed during those tough stalks chasing antelope or sneaking in on deer or elk. The sight saver is a great way to take care of your high dollar and vital gear. Ch...

This week Drew has Corey Jacobsen from Elk101 on the Tricer Podcast. Corey is widely considered one the of the best elk hunters in the west and Drew gets to pick his brain about all things elk hunting. Corey discusses common elk hunting set ups and strategies as well as what to do in different situations during elk encounters. Corey dives deep into managing thermals and playing the wind and why wi...

This week Drew has Dylan Dowson from OnX on the Tricer Podcast. Dylan covers a lot of information about using OnX in the field and touches on a few of the newer features to help hunters navigate while they are hunting. He also talks about some features to help with escouting prior to getting to your destination to be more prepared for the hunt. OnX is doing a lot of great things from OnX Hunt, Off...

This week Drew has Derek Demun on the Tricer Podcast. Derek is a true inspiration to not just outdoorsman but people from all walks of life. Derek is paralyzed but still finds the way to get out and chase his dreams of hunting. On this episode, these guys talk about how Derek was able to overcome adversity and they discuss some of the amazing adventures Derek has been on. Derek shares and incredib...

This week Drew has Ryan Sapena from Seek Outside on the Tricer podcast. Ryan talks about the origins of Seek Outside and developing the tipi style tent. Seek Outside has a lot to offer the outdoor industry from tipi tents to backpacks and lots of great gear in between. Ryan and Drew discuss the “hot tent” idea and how to stay warm in a tent as well as what size stove works best in different situat...

This week Drew has Levi Kari on the Tricer Podcast. Drew and Levi take a deep dive into duck hunting and especially skinny water duck hunting. Levi has his duck hunting dialed. He offers some guided hunts throughout the year. This show is packed with information, and you won’t want to miss it. We will find out if Drew gets the chance to go up to hunt with these guys in the future. LEVI KARI – West...

This week Drew has Brady and Forest from Gear Fool on the Tricer Podcast. As you can expect, they talk about gear. The folks at Gear Fool are passionate about answering the beckoning call to adventure, exploring remote wildernesses, and living amongst the wild creatures that roam there. They understand that personal grit helps get you out there, and quality gear enhances the experience. It is thei...

This week Drew has Preston Ward from MTN Physio on the Tricer Podcast to discuss the importance of fitness in hunting. The guys have a great conversation about physical fitness and the major components to consider when training for a backcountry style hunt. Drew and Preston also discuss the important of mental fitness and how preparing mentally can keep you on the mountain for longer. This is a gr...

This week Drew has James Visser from Bow Disciples on the Tricer Podcast. This is a first for the Tricer Podcast. James is in studio and recorded face to face. The dynamic between James and Drew is hilarious. These guys have conversations about almost every hunting topic you can think of. You don’t want to miss this one. JAMES VISSER – BOW DISCIPLES Instagram - @bowdisciples Website - https://www....

This week Drew has John Bishop on the show. John has taken 5 bulls with his bow, and he is just 25 years old. John is a powerhouse on the elk mountain and will continue to have years of success. Drew and John talk about ways to be successful on the mountain and the talk about bow set ups to help newer shooters be more comfortable with a bow in their hands. John shares a story of one of the most di...

This week Drew has Nate Goodworth from Ollin on the podcast. These two start the show with some friendly banter and talk about how family and hunting are both important in their lives. The focus of the show is small business and innovation and how Nate took a bad situation hunting sheep and turned it into a game changing idea that swept the hunting market. Nate shares the history and background of...

This week Drew has Chad Ryker on the podcast to discuss non-resident or out of state hunting.  Chad has an interesting perspective on out of state hunting and even has a podcast named “Out of State Hunter” that is dedicated to the topic.  Every state across the US is different when it comes to the rules, regulations and opportunities offered to out of staters and in this episode Drew and...

Shane is a salt of the earth hunter who calls Colorado home. He has the Coues bug bad and has been traveling to Sonora for years to scratch that itch. This was a fun one.