Why Hunters Should Hold for Wind—Not Dial

Why Hunters Should Hold for Wind—Not Dial. James Eagleman at Barbour Creek will tell you that seconds matter. Game moves. Wind shifts. And the last thing you want is to lose sight of your target while fiddling with a windage knob.

Eagleman Long Range Hunting Reticle

In this video, James Eagleman at Barbour Creek long-range shooting school will walk you through the full function and benefits of the Eagleman Long Range Hunting reticle and give you practical advice on how to adjust for wind and get an accurate measurement of an animal in the field.

Compensating for Shooting Angles

Compensating for shooting angles is one of the most important skills for a hunter to master. No matter if you’re positioned uphill or downhill relative to your target, the principle remains the same: gravity always acts downward, meaning it only affects the horizontal distance your bullet travels.