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Aron is joined on the podcast today with Mike and Bryan Dickess of Mike's Archery of Ironton, Ohio.  They are a bow shop that has been in business for over 50 years.  They chat bows, arrows, broadheads, tuning, the evolution of archery over the years and pretty much everything under the sun! Be sure to follow us on social media: Instagram:  @kifaru_intl   |   @kifarucast Facebook: /kifaruinternational   |   /kifarucast YouTube: /kifarutube   Did you like this episode? If you like what you hear go over to our Patreon and check out our levels of support, it helps up keep the lights on.   This episode is brought to you by our friends over at Black Ovis.  Be sure to use the code KIFARUCAST10 at checkout to save yourself 10% off your next order.  Don't forget to use the 

Aron welcomes Brandon Maddox to the podcast.  Brandon is the founder & CEO of Silencer Central, based out of Sioux Falls, South Dakota.  They are licensed in all 42 states where silencers are legal, and handle all the necessary paperwork for you!  Great chat going into the beginnings of the company, the process of buying and obtaining a suppressor, the benefits to having a suppressor on your firearm, the future of the federal regulations, and what Silencer Central has going on in the future! Be sure to follow us on social media: Instagram:  @kifaru_intl   |   @kifarucast Facebook: /kifaruinternational   |   /kifarucast YouTube: /kifarutube   Did you like this episode? If you like what you hear go over to our Patreon and check out our levels of support, it helps up keep the lights on.

Aron welcomes Tom Kubiniek to the podcast.  Tom is the owner of SecureIt, the global leader in military weapon storage and armory design. Their weapon storage system is relied upon by all branches to maximize armory efficiency and guarantee weapon performance in the field.  Tom has led a pretty interesting life, with time spent as a heavy metal guitarist, to an entrepreneur working with the DOD, and now owner and CEO of SecureIt.  Sit back and enjoy a great conversation between these two! This episode is brought to you by our good friends at BlackOvis, the exclusive place to get your Coyote Brown and Mulitcam Kifaru gear!  Use code KIFARUCAST10 to save yourself 10% everything on the website (excludes sale items) Be sure to follow us on social media: Instagram:  @kifaru_intl   |   @kifarucast Facebook: /kifaruinternational   |   /kifarucast YouTube: /kifarutube   Did you like this episode? If you like what you hear go over to our Patreon and check out our levels of support, it helps up keep the lights on.

Aron welcomes long time friends The Clum Family, back to the podcast.  The First Family of Traditional Archery, Aron is joined by Tom Clum Sr, and his boys Tom Clum Jr, and Dan Clum.  They own and operate Rocky Mountain Specialty Gear down in Wheat Ridge, Colorado.  They are a big reason behind the success Aron had while wielding a stick bow, and continue to provide mentorship and knowledge to not only Aron but the entire archery community.

Aron welcomes Captain Chad Bryson to the podcast!  Chad is an accomplished fishing and hunting guide as well as a certified Captain.  He guides all the way up north in Alaska, and down to the keys in Florida!  A wealth of knowledge and experience, Chad and Aron have a great time catching up after both spending some time down in Texas guiding with Top O Texas.  Great listen to get you in the fishing mood!

Aron welcomes archery phenom Tim Gillingham back to the show.  Tim has been crushing it in the tournament scene again this year.  They talk archery. Nocks, releases, arrow flight, you name it.  Always entertaining when these two get on the call together. Be sure to tag Kifaru and KifaruCast on Instagram using your Kifaru products!  Be sure to #RHINOTOUGH and #GEARFORLIFE so we can share in your adventures.  Make sure to head over to our YouTube channel as well and check out some of our latest videos!  Click the subscribe button to stay up to date on the latest tech tips, gear reviews, and new product launches! Be sure to follow us on social media: Instagram:  @kifaru_intl   |   @kifarucast Facebook: /kifaruinternational   |   /kifarucast YouTube: /kifarutube   Did you like this episode? If you like what you hear go over to our Patreon and check out our levels of support, it helps up keep the lights on.

Aron welcomes a rowdy trio of hunters to the podcast, fresh out of the Bear woods.  Joe Cadle, Micah Morgan, and Kurt Gamache decide to drop into the KifaruCast Studio and give a rundown of their recent trip into the backcountry chasing bruins.  Kurt is fresh out of the Navy, and now working with Born Primitve, Joe is a content and media guru for a variety of shows and groups, and Micah is the media mastermind behind Bow Life with his brother Levi Morgan.  Their trip was pretty epic, so you won't want to miss out on the full recap! Be sure to follow us on social media: Instagram:  @kifaru_intl   |   @kifarucast Facebook: /kifaruinternational   |   /kifarucast YouTube: /kifarutube   Did you like this episode? If you like what you hear go over to our Patreon and check out our levels of support, it helps up keep the lights on.

Aron welcomes Dustin from Adams Precision Archery to the podcast.  Being as particular about arrows as Aron is, there's something to be said when he lets someone else build his arrows for him.  They specialize in custom hunting arrows, with a in depth consultation that allows you to make the arrow as custom as you wish based on your needs, your hunts, and your bow.  If you hate building arrows, or simply dont know how but want the best, be sure to check these guys out!   Be sure to follow us on social media: Instagram:  @kifaru_intl   |   @kifarucast Facebook: /kifaruinternational   |   /kifarucast YouTube: /kifarutube   Did you like this episode? If you like what you hear go over to our Patreon and check out our levels of support, it helps up keep the lights on.

Aron welcomes long time friend Brian "Bam Bam" Marshall to the podcast.  Bam is one of the founders of Wishes for Warriors, a non-profit group focused on getting veterans back into the outdoors, whether that's hunting, fishing, camping, snowboarding and so much more.  Bam is also a retired Marine, devoted family man, avid hunter, and even an amateur gardener!  Its a great talk between old friends and awesome to hear what Bam has been up to!

Aron welcomes long time friend Kevin Estela back to the podcast.  Kevin is a part of FieldCraft Survival, and is primarily focused on the training division located in Aberdeen, North Carolina.  Kevin is a wealth of knowledge in the outdoor and survival space and he and Aron have some exciting news to share. They will be doing a cooperative training class at the FieldCraft North Carolina location, with Aron being the key guest speaker. Aron will cover land navigation, equipment, mountain hunting techniques, archery, and lessons learned from the backcountry. This course will take part in both the classroom and the field with an emphasis on bow hunting. Space is extremely limited for this course with an excellent student to instructor ratio. Fieldcraft Survival Director of Training and Resident bushcrafter/Survival Instructor, Kevin Estela, will be on hand for additional survival instruction and support. If you are interested in being a part of the course, you can sign up on the FieldCraft website: GUEST INSTRU

Aron is joined by long time super friend Sloane Brown.  If you dont know Sloane, you've probably been living under a rock the past several years.  You might know Sloane from his years at Yeti, but now he is involved with numerous amazing companies including Born Primitive, Turtlebox, and Montana Knife Company.  And boy do him and Aron have exciting news to share!  Sloane shares his story with us and where he got his start and his journey in the hunting and outdoor industry!  Great listen between two old friends! Be sure to follow us on social media: Instagram:  @kifaru_intl   |   @kifarucast Facebook: /kifaruinternational   |   /kifarucast YouTube: /kifarutube   Did you like this episode? If you like what you hear go over to our Patreon and check out our levels of support, it helps up keep the lights on.

Aron is joined on the podcast today by old friend Ryan Gentry and Cole Johnson from Black Horn Guide Service.  Black Horn Guide Service operates out of New Mexico for the array of big game species including elk, antelope, mule deer, aoudad, ibex, and oryx.  They cater to the working class hunting, offering affordable options for hunting the Land of Enchantment.   Be sure to follow us on social media: Instagram:  @kifaru_intl   |   @kifarucast Facebook: /kifaruinternational   |   /kifarucast YouTube: /kifarutube   Did you like this episode? If you like what you hear go over to our Patreon and check out our levels of support, it helps up keep the lights on.

Aron is joined in studio today by the one and only Ike Eastman.  A little bit of a different podcast today, Aron is in the hot seat with Ike asking those hard hitting questions.  Not really, but you get to hear a little more about Aron and his upbringing and his rise to become one of the most respected opinions in the hunting industry.  You get to hear a little about his childhood, military service, what he did before Kifaru, and why he got into the hunting industry.  Great listen from these two leaders in the industry.  This podcast will be co-posted not only on KifaruCast but the Eastman's Podcast as well.  Be sure to also check out the video version on the Eastman's Podcast YouTube page!

Aron welcomes videographer and photographer Hunter Phelps to the podcast.  Hunter has followed some big names in the industry around with a camera.  Him and Aron talk shop about cameras, equipment, how Hunter got started in the industry and some of the adventures he has gone on.   Be sure to follow us on social media: Instagram:  @kifaru_intl   |   @kifarucast Facebook: /kifaruinternational   |   /kifarucast YouTube: /kifarutube   Did you like this episode? If you like what you hear go over to our Patreon and check out our levels of support, it helps up keep the lights on.

Aron welcomes Alpine Ranch to the podcast.  They are the producers of some restaurant quality meals for the backcountry.  They use fresh, clean , organic ingredients which pack the highest protein and calories per ounce.  Meals are freeze dried and not dehydrated which better preserves the flavor of the quality ingredients they use.  Was great having them in the studio for our 470th episode!  Make sure you stock up and get some in your pack before season at alpineranch.net

Aron welcomes professional archery Jacob Marlow to the podcast.  Jacob is a highly accomplished target archer from Florida and shoots for Elite Archery & Black Eagle Arrows.  He recently won the 10K Championship Shoot Off at the 2023 Vegas Shoot! Him and Aron swap stories from the trail and their experiences in the target archery world.  Great listening to these two accomplished archers.

Aron welcomes longtime friend Mike Duplan back to the podcast.  Mike is a newly retired firefighter, guide, dedicated family man and hunter!  The wealth of knowledge and experience between these two definitely makes for an incredible conversation!  This is one you won't want to miss.

Aron welcomes Danny Farris back to the podcast.  Danny is the owner of Ultimate Predator Gear, the ultralight decoy system and they have proven to be invaluable in the field on more than one occasion. Aron and Danny were recently down at Top O Texas Outfitters pursuing some incredible Aoudad rams! Join us as these two recap this amazing trip down to Texas!! Be sure to follow us on social media: Instagram:  @kifaru_intl   |   @kifarucast Facebook: /kifaruinternational   |   /kifarucast YouTube: /kifarutube   Did you like this episode? If you like what you hear go over to our Patreon and check out our levels of support, it helps up keep the lights on.

Aron welcomes good friend Bill Vanderheyden from Iron Will Outfitters back to the podcast.  Bill has recently come out with a new arrow combination as well as a new exclusive vane.  Bill has worked closely with local universities to study arrow flight and what they found is all put into these new arrows.  From tip to tail, these are fine tuned from the findings of the study.  Take a listen and find out what makes these arrows so special. Be sure to follow us on social media: Instagram:  @kifaru_intl   |   @kifarucast Facebook: /kifaruinternational   |   /kifarucast YouTube: /kifarutube   Did you like this episode? If you like what you hear go over to our Patreon and check out our levels of support, it helps up keep the lights on.

Aron and Luke go over the dates and details for the 2023 Best of the Best.  They also do a little catching up since with everything going on in each others lives.  Luke is preparing to head to London for the UFC 286 to be in Justin Gaethje's corner and Aron is staying busy here at Kifaru with a variety of new upcoming products!  Great time catching up with these two!