Why are so many people so obsessed with big 3.5″ steel waterfowl hunting shells? There are a few good reasons, though improved performance is actually not high on the list. The 3.5″ 12-gauge shell is a tremendous marketing and phycological success. However, it’s true performance cannot live up to the hype. But the facts do not matter as much because the reason this shell is so popular is based on something completely different. Get the whole story on this podcast episode. 

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What are the warmest hunting socks? And what are they made of? On this episode I interview Kim Brooks, the creator of Warrior Alpaca, one of the most innovative sock companies out there. She designed the warmest hunting sucks I could find anywhere. These socks beat every other brand. Alpaca Wool is incredibly warm and retains more heat when wet than even merino wool.

You can also find Kims other Alpaca clothing brands here: Inca Brands.

You can also find Kim’s Alpaca wool hoodie here.