Exo Journal — Rifle Hunting

Mark Huelsing
Idaho Rifle Elk (and Deer) Hunt Recap

Idaho Rifle Elk (and Deer) Hunt Recap

Hear the recap of our recent rifle elk hunt in Idaho. In addition to sharing the full hunt story via podcast, Mark also shares some of the lessons he learned on this hunt, including how shelter choice affects hunting style, why you need to pair experience with intuition, and how to evaluate longer shot opportunities.

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Mark Huelsing
A Perfect Rifle For Backpack Hunting — Lightweight, Compact, and Tough

A Perfect Rifle For Backpack Hunting — Lightweight, Compact, and Tough

What is the perfect rifle for backpack hunts in the mountains? That is what Mark from Exo Mtn Gear has been trying to figure out for a handful of years. After buying, building, and trying different rifles and rifle components, Mark now has the perfect rifle for his needs and preferences. Here are the details...

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Mark Huelsing
Dream Hunt Come True — Dall Sheep, Grizzly Bear, & Caribou in Alaska’s Brooks Range

Dream Hunt Come True — Dall Sheep, Grizzly Bear, & Caribou in Alaska’s Brooks Range

Joseph shares the story of an unforgettable — almost unbelievable! — hunt of a lifetime in Alaska's Brooks Range. He was fortunate enough to harvest a Dall Sheep, Grizzly Bear, and Caribou on his hunt, which was a great test for the new K4 Pack System from Exo Mtn Gear.

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Mark Huelsing
The Best Lightweight Folding Chassis for Your Hunting Rifle

The Best Lightweight Folding Chassis for Your Hunting Rifle

When it comes to folding rifle chassis that are purpose-built for the weight-conscious backpack hunter, there are two primary options — The XLR Element 4.0 and the MDT HNT26. Here are 10 comparison to help you choose between these two chassis systems...

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