Ep. 454 | 6.5 Creedmoor +Peak Velocity and Gel Test | Full Report!

Ep. 454 | 6.5 Creedmoor +Peak Velocity and Gel Test | Full Report!

July 13, 2026 · 55 min · Episode 454

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Mark Boardman and Ryan Muckenhirn discuss the performance of Federal's 6.5 Creedmoor +Peak ammunition after testing its velocity and gel performance.

After velocity and gel testing Federal 6.5 Creedmoor +Peak loaded with 130 Grain Terminal Ascent bullets and comparing it to 6.5 PRC, Mark Boardman and Ryan Muckenhirn break down everything they learned. Does Federal's innovative Peak Alloy high-pressure case deliver the velocity gains hunters have been waiting for? Does Peak Alloy Launch the 6.5 Creedmoor into an entirely new realm of performance? Is the 6.5 Creedmoor the only cartridge most folks need to handle all their big-game hunting applications? Is high pressure the future of cartridge design? Find out here! As always, we want to hear your feedback! Let us know if there are any topics you'd like covered on the Vortex Nation™ podcast by asking us on Instagram @vortexnationpodcast

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