Ep. 440: Stay Warm, Dry, and Comfortable Whitetail Hunting w/ John Barklow
John spent 26 years in the Navy, with a significant portion of his service focused on cold-weather and survival training for the Navy SEALs.
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Show Notes
In this episode, Beau Martonik talks with John Barklow from Sitka Gear. John spent 26 years in the Navy, with a significant portion of his service focused on cold-weather and survival training for the Navy SEALs. They discuss recent innovations in hunting gear and their commitment to wearable technology. John provides insight into expanding into new SITKA product lines, including footwear, and the importance of the eight-piece layering system for various conditions. Their conversation touches on saddle hunting, keeping your hands and feet warm, and the value of education in modern hunting practices.
Topics:
- 00:00:00 - Introduction
- 00:03:58 - Product Development Insights
- 00:07:41 - Exciting Future for SITKA
- 00:17:06 – Eight Piece Clothing Layering System
- 00:20:10 – Evolution Of Clothing Technology
- 00:26:49 – Whitetail Hunting Strategies in the Rut
- 00:36:33 – Eating And Drinking In The Stand
- 00:40:53 – Mid Day Bucks
- 00:54:06 – Keeping Hands and Heads Warm
- 01:03:09 – Keeping Feet Warm
- 01:17:16 – Summary Of The Importance Of Proper Gear
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