Downwind Iowa

03/22/2026

One at 100yds
One at 350yds
One heavy drag

03/20/2026

Admittedly this is my first double, and after dragging them both back to the truck, ideally my last. 😂😂

01/13/2026

Rix battery recall. Don’t burn your house down.

*𝐈𝐟 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐛𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐢𝐬 𝐁𝐏𝟎𝟏 (𝐛𝐮𝐭𝐭𝐨𝐧-𝐭𝐨𝐩), 𝐢𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐚𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐝𝐨𝐞𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐛𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐝.

BP02 batteries are affected and must be recalled.
For BP03, recall status will be determined based on purchase date.

If you’re unsure which battery you have, please contact [email protected] and our team will help verify it.

𝐈𝐌𝐏𝐎𝐑𝐓𝐀𝐍𝐓 𝐒𝐀𝐅𝐄𝐓𝐘 𝐍𝐎𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐄 – 𝐑𝐈𝐗 𝐁𝐀𝐓𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐘 𝐑𝐄𝐂𝐀𝐋𝐋

We are issuing a voluntary battery recall for certain earlier-production RIX products after receiving reports of flat-top, single-wrap (unprotected) lithium-ion batteries overheating, emitting smoke, igniting, or potentially exploding under specific conditions.
Although rare, these incidents present a serious safety risk.

𝐀𝐅𝐅𝐄𝐂𝐓𝐄𝐃 𝐌𝐎𝐃𝐄𝐋S:

Storm Series: S1, S2, S3, S6, S3R, S6R
Pocket Series: K2, K3

For Storm and Pocket series, devices are affected if the 5th and 6th characters from the end of the serial number match any of the following:

MA,MB,MC,MD,ME,MF,MG,MH,MI,MJ,MK,ML
NA,NB,NC,ND,NE,NF,NG,NH,NI,NJ,NK,NL
AA,AB,AC,AD,AE,AF,AG,AH,AI,AJ,AK,AL
BA,BB,BC,BD,BE,BF,BG,BH,BI,BJ.

Stride ST6
Leap (older models only): L3, L6
DBH: D6, D12
Affected DBH SN codes: BA,BB,BC,BD,BE,BF,BG,BH,BI,BJ,BK,BL.

𝐍𝐎𝐓 𝐀𝐅𝐅𝐄𝐂𝐓𝐄𝐃:

New Leap series with range finder
Titan series
Units shipped to dealers on or after January 9, 2026

𝐈𝐌𝐌𝐄𝐃𝐈𝐀𝐓𝐄 𝐀𝐂𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐑𝐄𝐐𝐔𝐈𝐑𝐄𝐃:

Stop using the battery immediately
Power off the device
Remove the battery
Do not charge or reuse the battery

Continued use may result in fire, property damage, or personal injury.

𝐅𝐑𝐄𝐄 𝐁𝐀𝐓𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐘 𝐑𝐄𝐏𝐋𝐀𝐂𝐄𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓

We will provide a free replacement battery.

1. Complete the form at the link below.
2. You will receive a prepaid return shipping label by email.
3. Once we receive the affected battery, your replacement will ship immediately.

𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦:

https://us10.list-manage.com/survey?u=75702f261c49bc6b74ace1ae6&id=74dba733b6&attribution=false

𝐀𝐃𝐃𝐈𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐋 𝐒𝐀𝐅𝐄𝐓𝐘 𝐑𝐄𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐃𝐄𝐑:

Stop using any battery that shows:

Torn or damaged wrap
Swelling
Leakage
Unusual heat

Never leave batteries unattended while charging.

If you have questions, contact [email protected].
Your safety is our top priority. Thank you for your cooperation.

01/09/2026

Finally got through the drought. Keep pushing they’re out there!

12/06/2025

Don’t let this snow and full moon fool you. The coyotes have been out!

12/05/2025

The names were drawn for the giveaway!

However, due to scammers on Facebook I won't be posting the winning names here. If you won, you already have a DM from me! Please still be cautious when communicating with pages and do your research to make sure its actually me!

I will never ask you for any sensitive information!

Thanks

12/02/2025

Buy your wife something nice

11/30/2025

Good morning everyone!

With varmint hunting getting more popular every year, I figured I’d put together a list of the gear I personally use. They are all linked on Amazon for anyone who wants to check them out.

Full transparency:
These are Amazon affiliate links, meaning I earn roughly 3–4% commission if you decide to buy using the links below. I’m not sponsored by any brand listed, and no one pays me to say nice things about their stuff. This is just the equipment I run year-round, and I thought it might help anyone looking to get into the sport or upgrade their setup.

You’re welcome to use the links or not, it makes no difference to me.

With that out of the way, here’s my setup:

Rifle Setup:
- .204 R***r AR
- 20" barrel
- SilencerCo Omega 300 can
- Magpul PRS Lite stock
- Leadstar Arms skeletonized upper receiver
- Leadstar Arms Grunt 17" handguard
- PSA lower receiver
- 2-stage trigger, crisp break and reset
- RIX Storm S6 640x512 Thermal Scope- https://amzn.to/44x0cOh
- Laser for marking dead things in the dark- https://amzn.to/4izx8f4

If you prefer to buy the scope elsewhere (non-affiliate):
https://lifeisnowoutdoors.com/collections/electronics-thermal-optics/products/storm-s6-thermal-imaging-riflescopes

Tripod:
FANAUE ST-65 Carbon Fiber Tripod- https://amzn.to/49OH3Lg

I refuse to spend $700+ on a FatBoy tripod made in China, but I will spend $260 on a Chinese tripod also with a lifetime warranty.
This thing is TALL (I’m 6'3" and it exceeds that), sturdy, and beats a BOG tripod any day. I used a BOG for two years and hated every minute of it.

Arca-Swiss plate I pair it with:
https://amzn.to/4iufOIg

E-Call
https://amzn.to/4pze2ry

I don’t own the Super Revolt 2.0. I have the 1.0, but if 2.0 is an upgrade, it’s probably a 10x better. Tons of sounds included and compatable with all Tony Tebbe audio files. FoxPro makes a solid call, but I think Lucky Duck edges them out.

Clothing & Comfort:

Boots I wear every hunt:
https://amzn.to/43XyaeC

Takes some break-in time, but once they form to your foot, they’re one of the most comfortable boots I’ve owned. Only upgrade I’d consider is Danners.

Ditch cotton, wear Merino wool socks:
https://amzn.to/49OpzyO

Warm, dry feet = longer hunts.

Below 30°F:
Carhartt insulated bibs- https://amzn.to/3K4402N

Simple, warm, reliable.

Cold-weather balaclava:
https://amzn.to/3XZcVFM

Above 30°F:
Scentlok midweight bibs
https://amzn.to/4irek1f

Side zips to the thigh = quick on/off. Deep front pockets to hold all your stuff and things.

Matching coat:
https://amzn.to/4p9HzYY

I hope this helps the people who have no clue how to get into this sports. It's got a huge upfront cost in terms of purchasing a thermal. The good news is though you can also do the exact same thing in the daylight. Get out there and have some fun. Good luck!

11/29/2025

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11/29/2025

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