Long Range Pursuit

Keegan McCarthy joins the LRP podcast with his son Breclan and host Derec Davidson. Keegan discusses his mindset of raising his son through the lense of outdoor experiences. Coastal Alaska Adventures is based out of SE Alaska and provides high end boat-based hunts including large brown bears, blacktail deer, and salmon fishing.

Introducing Justin Frey as the newest instructor for the Long Range University team . Justin and host Brian discuss how Justin's background in professional downhill mountain bike racing and product development translates to the analytical, variable-reducing mindset required for precision shooting . The pair recaps their recent hunting seasons emphasizing the importance of "cold bore" training, understanding animal behavior, and mastering high-end gear like the Gunwerks Clymr rifle and Revic BR10 rangefinding binoculars .

Carl Van Zyl of JohnX Safaris explores the shifting perceptions of long-range hunting in Africa, the critical role of advanced technology and optics in ensuring ethical shots, and the intensive stewardship required to manage a 30,000-acre game reserve like Woodlands. Van Zyl also provides a fascinating look into the complexities of animal husbandry and conservation, sharing the challenges and eventual successes of introducing new genetics to local kudu and blesbuck populations.

Graham shares gripping stories from the field - including a ten-foot Boone and Crockett brown bear hunt in Alaska - while highlighting how integrated shooting systems have dramatically increased success rates for guides and clients alike. The conversation explores the importance of shooter confidence, the advantages of suppressed rifles, and the "buy once, cry once" philosophy when investing in high-end gear.

In this episode, Aaron Davidson and guest Scott Urschel, a veteran pilot and shooting enthusiast, discuss the similarities between flying airplanes and long-range shooting. They dive into how the "pursuit of excellence" connects these fields through rigorous engineering, scenario-based training, and the high-stakes management of "abnormals" in both the cockpit and the field. The conversation shows that mastering your gear through training and checklists is the best way to handle high-pressure situations.

The team discusses the latest Skunkwerks rifle starting with where the idea came from and diving into the challenges and successes of the project. Find out why the 6 ARC was chosen, the performance out of an 11.25" barrel, and more in this episode!

In this special 20th-anniversary episode, Gunwerks founder Aaron Davidson sits down with Cliff Gray to trace the journey from a bold engineering concept to an industry-leading shooting system. Surrounded by the history of the American frontier, they discuss the relentless pursuit of mechanical perfection and what the next generation of long-range accuracy looks like.

Gunwerks just dropped a game-changer: the Endex rifle system. 💥 Folding chassis, rugged engineering, endless versatility — this is where innovation meets raw performance. In this podcast, the Gunwerks crew breaks down how the Endex was built, tested, and pushed to the limit. From big-caliber shootability to compact packability, this rifle isn't just different — it's disruptive. 🔥 Endex = End of Exercise. The future of long-range starts here. 👉 Learn more at Gunwerks.com — use code LRP for free shipping.

Revic Product Manager Jordan Zeistel answers some great questions about the design of the Revic RH2 Reticle. He also fields some questions about 1st and 2nd focal place scopes.

Gunwerks Founder Aaron Davidson recaps the development of "The Reserve" hunting program with Derec Davidson. They explore some of the incredible opportunities that it offers. They also conduct a Q&A about hunting preparation to follow up with Aaron's perspective on the topic from a recent podcast.

Landon continues his discussion with Mac about suppressors and what factors go into selecting the right suppressor for your situation.

Match Director Landon Michaels sits down with Mitch Libby to recap and share notes on the 2025 NRL Sheep Mountain Shootout.

Landon and Mac continue their discussion about suppressors. This time, a bit of science around sound and how it gets measured creeps into the conversation.

Seasoned Gunwerks Gunners Mitch Libby and Derec Davidson sit down to discuss how they prepare for their upcoming hunts.

Gunwerks Product Managers Jim Saubier and Landon Michaels sit down with Aaron Davidson to discuss the new chambering in our Magnus platform. They cover everything from ballistics to field performance and what you can expect from this latest build.

Gunwerks Engineer Mac Simpson dives into suppressors and how they affect your shooting system. Suppressor Product Manager, Landon Michaels, is asking the questions. https://www.gunwerks.com/

Gunwerks Gunner Derec Davidson sits down with Gunwerks customer and friend Timothy Osborn to discuss his journey into long range hunting.

Gunwerks gunner Jason Byers hosts the Revic product managers along with seasoned hunter Derec Davidson. They're talking about the Revic Radikl Smart Scope and its performance in the field since its release. The question is, has it evolved the way we hunt? The Reserve Hosted Hunts Podcast Episode 180: https://youtu.be/ivRZIMVKFQ4 Revic Ballistic Shootoff: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4GCTQxnBr4E&t=1s Revic Send it Smarter contest: https://www.revicoptics.com/revic-send-it-smarter-contest

Aaron Davidson is joined in the studio by Mark Peterson, owner of Worldwide Trophy Adventures. They cover everything from how their businesses came to be to where they are going to their many hunting exploits.

Garrett Wall gets an overview of his tags portfolio from Eric Pawlak, Director of WTA. They discuss strategy state by state. For anyone serious about their tag applications, this podcast is for you! https://www.gunwerks.com/

Join Landon Michaels, Project manager at Gunwerks, to discuss the limited edition build called the 'Sheepdog.' Gunwerks Creative Ben Titus, who is an avid predator hunter, adds to the conversation along with Revic Product Manager Jordan Zistel.

While at Dallas Safari Club International Aaron Davidson Connects with John McAdams of the Big Game Hunting Podcast and Blog. They Sit down to discuss Aaron's process for selecting the best ammo configuration for any particular big game hunt. It's an in-depth and comprehensive discussion you won't want to miss. https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/ https://www.gunwerks.com/

Justin Jacobson is in the studio with Garrett Wall of team Gunwerks. Justin founded Utah Airguns and is here to share his story and discuss the state of airguns within the industry.

Aaron Davidson sits down with Derec Davidson, his son, who runs the Gunwerks Outfitter Progam. They swap hunting stories while discussing the outfitter program and forthcoming projects that may include reserve hunting opportunities for Gunwerks clients.

Product Manager Jim Saubier talks about the new Krylon Limited Edition shooting system from Gunwerks. Tune in to learn more about it.

Gunwerks Gunner Garrett Wall is joined via the internet by Austin Atkinson of Huntin' Fool and Brian Nezvik, the former director of the Wyoming Game and Fish. They are well prepared to discuss the role of hunting technology in our current hunting climate. They discuss the role of regulation and legislation in contributing to conservation efforts.

Founder of PEAX Equipment, Brice Bishop, Joins Aaron Davidson, Founder of Gunwerks. They discuss the ups and downs of entrepreneurship and trying to build a business in the outdoor space. This truly is a peak behind the curtain at Gunwerks.

Jim Saubier and Landon Micheals sit down with client advisor, Mitch Libby. The meat of the conversation centers on how to approach the decision-making process of selecting the right rifle configuration for your needs. Gunwerks.com Revicoptics.com

Ian Miner from Long Range University takes the mic to expound on his thoughts about getting today's youth involved in shooting and hunting sports. He has much to share, with a refreshing and optimistic view of today's youth.

Corey Mason, Chief Operating Officer & Executive VP of Conservation of the Wild Sheep Foundation, joins Landon Michaels and Ben Titus to talk about the state of conservation and sheep hunting. Ben also shares his experience of graduating from the Less than 1 Club and harvesting his first bighorn ram with Landon Michaels at his side.

The Product Team is joined by the Sales manager to discuss some of their hunting experiences through the fall. They cover deer, antelope, and Elk from all over the West, including rifle and archery. It's been a busy fall.

Long Range University Training Director Brian Poor meets up with Instructor Ian Miner to catch up on all their fall Hunting Stories. From moose in Alaska to antelope in New Mexico, they share their successes, failures, and lessons learned.

Gunwerks Product Manager Landon Michaels calls on fellow Gunwerks creative and avid hunter Ben Titus. They discuss the performance of the Elevate bipod 2.0 on Ben's recent sheep hunt.

Dan Cabela, Executive Director of the Cabela's Foundation and Gunwerks Customer, joins Garrett Wall to talk about customer success and the Hunting Conservation efforts between the two companies. https://www.gunwerks.com/

Gunwerks Founder Aaron Davidson explores the importance of preparedness, readiness, and training when it comes to new gear and getting ready for your next hunt.

Training Director Brian Poor and LRU Instructor Ian Miner explore how to decide what your long range limit may be.

Gunwerks Diehards Landon Michaels and Mitch Libby talk about the critical role tripods play in the long range space, both as shooting and optics support. They discuss the direction in which Revic and Gunwerks are leading product development with an eye on the future.

Outdoor writer Tom Beckstrand recently hunted with Gunwerks Founder Aaron Davidson in Africa. They recount their key takeaways from the remarkable experience. https://www.gunwerks.com/

Air density can trip some long range shooters up. Aaron takes a few minutes to define air density and some of the terms that surround it, such as station pressure and barometric pressure. He then gives a few rules of thumb that he uses to manage air density in the field.

The LRU Instructors are at it again. Today they discuss Rangefinders and the challenges they face when antelope hunting. These challenges are top of mind as they train with clients in New Mexico in preparation for an antelope hunting event. https://www.gunwerks.com/

Josh and Landon sit down to analyze what really goes into producing great ammunition, a key component of any long range shooting system.

Kalan Lemon of Wade Lemon Hunting joins us to discuss hunting in Kamchatka Russia. Join us to discover if hunting some of planet Earth's largest moose and brown bears appeals to you. https://wlhunting.com/ https://www.gunwerks.com/

Special Guest Cliff Gray joins Garrett Wall via the Internet to discuss hunting education. Cliff has had the distinct honor of being featured on various podcasts most notably the Joe Rogan Experience. Garrett and Cliff discuss the value of hunting education and cover some things you can do to further your hunting knowledge and skill set. You can find out more about Cliff at his website. https://pursuitwithcliff.com/

In this Ask Aaron episode, Gunwerks Founder Aaron Davidson discusses what aspects of a hunt might benefit from a checklist. Then he delves into what items might be on his preshot checklist.