Leupold Core Insider

Cameron Hanes is a master bowhunter and athlete. He trains year-round, pushing his body to the extremes and beyond. Rihana Cary is equally hardcore. She inspires future generations as part of an emerging group of elite women hunters. Leupold CEO Bruce Pettet sits down with Cam and Rihana after their visit to the Leupold headquarters to talk about their passion for hunting, training regimes, and the advice they have for new bowhunters. Subjects Include: Thoughts on the Leupold factory; Cam's passion for writing; hunting Oregon; being dedicated to your craft; bowhunting tips; and more.

Founded in 1984, the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation's (RMEF) primary mission is to ensure the future of elk, other wildlife, their habitat, and our hunting heritage. Leupold's Shawn Skipper sits down with RMEF's Steve Decker and Riza Lesser to discuss recent land and access projects, the restoration of elk in the US, where your money goes to, and more. Support RMEF: https://www.rmef.org/

From scouting and prepping land to shooting your bow, there are some very important whitetail hunting activities that you need to accomplish in the Spring. Leupold President and CEO Bruce Pettet sits down with Mark Drury of Drury Outdoors to talk land management tips and keys to growing big bucks. They also recap their Iowa turkey hunt and the essential gear needed for success. Subjects Discussed: Prepping for whitetail in spring; food, cover, and water; maintaining clover; using an optic on a turkey gun; why you should use binoculars; and more.

Built for the shooter who needs a rugged, precise, and repeatable MIL-based scope for their tactical rifle, the new Mark 3HD™ delivers elite optical performance and match-grade repeatability under any conditions. Join Leupold's Shawn Skipper, John Snodgrass, and Nic Kytlica as they dive into the making of this new riflescope and the shooter-specific features it offers. Subjects Discussed: History of the Mark riflescope family; new shooter-specific features; comparison to other models; and more.

In precision rifle competition, speed and accuracy are everything. That's why we worked with our professional shooters to design the new PR1 and PR2 reticles which gives them the competitive edge to tackle any challenge that a modern competitive shooter might face. Leupold's Nic Kytlica and John Snodgrass are joined by competitive shooters Jon Pynch and Dan Bertocchini to discuss the reticle design process, what features matter most to them, and why the new PR reticle family is one of the best options available for competitive shooters. Subjects Discussed: The reticle design process; 1/4 or 2/10th increments; opening up the field of view; being complex with simplicity; Team Leupold dominating the circuit; dialing vs holding over; and more.

The all-new DeltaPoint Micro is a fully enclosed, low-profile red dot sight designed specifically for concealed carry and personal defense. Leupold's Shawn Skipper and Nic Kytlica sit down with Tactical Product Manager John Snodgrass, to discuss where the concept came from, and how this innovative design makes the DeltaPoint Micro one of the fastest, most accurate, and concealable red dots on the market. Subjects Discussed: An unconventional design with purpose; major differences from other red dots; enclosed vs. open systems; durability testing; R&D process; and when you'll see the next models arriving.

Anyone who has spent time in the field knows that things often don't go as planned. But there are some things you can do to better prepare and prevent in-the-field mishaps. Join Leupold's Shawn Skipper and veteran hunters Freid Eichler (FullDraw Outfitters), Tom Beckstrand (Guns & Ammo), and Joe Kurtenbach (Guns & Ammo) as they recap their elk hunt in Colorado and share the top hunting mistakes they've made and how to prevent them from happening to you. Subjects Discussed: Service in the military; Skipper filling the freezer; fogproof riflescope being put to the test; always returning to zero; benefits to keeping your magnification low; adjusting your eye relief; sticking with common calibers; and more.

Giving you absolute target focus, red dot sights are the most intuitive optic to use for new shooters. But not all red dots are created equal. Join Shawn Skipper, Nic Kytlica, and Tactical product line manager John Snodgrass, as they dive deep into the differences between red dot sights, discuss the all-new DeltaPoint Pro NV (night vision), and give insight on where red dot technology is heading. Subjects Discussed: The current state of firearm sales; laser sights vs. red dots; absolute target focus; Leupold red dot products; the new DP Pro NV; what to expect in the future; and more.

The new RX-FullDraw 4 is the most ballistically advanced archery rangefinder ever built. By combining lightning-fast ½ yard accuracy with the acclaimed Archer's Advantage™ software and new Flightpath™ technology, you can take the guess-work out of achieving the perfect shot. Join Shawn Skipper, Lucas Burt, Michael Wunnicke, and technology product line manager Eric Overstreet, as they dive deep into why this new rangefinder is so revolutionary and who will benefit most from this product. Subjects Discussed: Archer's Advantage vs. Trig; benefits of a ballistic solution; how Flightpatch technology works; the most likely use-cases; and more.

Weatherby's rich heritage began in 1945 located in Southern California. A true family business operated by third-generation leader Adam Weatherby, the brand continues to innovate products that leave a legacy. Adam joins Leupold CEO Bruce Pettet at the RMEF MTN Fest to discuss the unique challenges of moving their headquarters to Sheridan, WY, the uniqueness of being a family-owned company, insight into their product development cycle, and more. Subjects Discussed: Making products that last forever; why culture always trumps strategy; the new Weatherby building; hunting with wives; and more.

Avid bowhunter and President of Kifaru International, Aron Snyder, joins Leupold CEO Bruce Pettet and VP Tim Lesser to discuss the unique challenges (and advantages) of building American Made products, his thoughts on touring the Leupold factory, a few crazy hunting stories, and more. Subjects Discussed: Manufacturing in America; being able to adapt on the fly; new rangefinder products; competing with Europe and Asia; the Kifaru innovation process; Grizzly hunting stories; and more.

Being an American manufacturer is not easy. It takes grit and ingenuity. Join Leupold CEO Bruce Pettet and VP of Product Development Tim Lesser as they answer your questions and dive deeper into our American manufacturing history and how we are addressing the current Covid-19 crisis. We embrace our duty as a true American manufacturer to support our country, our troops, and our neighbors. Because without you, there wouldn't be us. So thank you.