About this episode

The episode discusses the evolution and rising popularity of hybrid surface drives in waterfowl hunting.

From longtails to modern hybrids, mud motors have completely changed the game in waterfowl hunting. In this video, we break down the evolution of duck hunting motors, why hybrid surface drives are suddenly exploding in popularity, and whether these outboard-powered hybrids could truly become the future of waterfowl hunting as we know it. Are traditional surface drives on borrowed time? Let’s talk about it.

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Host: Jacob Roberie

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Products: hybrid surface drives, mud motors, longtails, duck hunting motors

Places: waterfowl hunting

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