EP 16: Beginner Rifle Mistakes That Waste Money

EP 16: Beginner Rifle Mistakes That Waste Money

Thinking about buying your first rifle? In this episode of Beyond the Target, Rob and Jeromy discuss the biggest mistakes new rifle shooters make and the lessons they've learned from years of hunting, competition shooting, and long-range shooting. Topics include: * Choosing a rifle with a purpose * Hunting vs competition rifles * Caliber selection * 6.5 Creedmoor vs .308 Winchester * PRS shooting * Barrel length considerations * Scope selection * Bipods and accessories * Trigger weight * How to avoid wasting money as a new shooter If you're new to shooting, this episode can help you avoid many of the mistakes we made along the way. Links: Website: https://www.baldguyswithguns.com [https://www.baldguyswithguns.com] Evens Challenge Signup: https://forms.gle/R1xzZt2K3vk2aLwQ6 [https://forms.gle/R1xzZt2K3vk2aLwQ6] Tract Optics: https://tractoptics.com/?ref=BALDGUYSWITHGUNS [https://tractoptics.com/?ref=BALDGUYSWITHGUNS] TIMESTAMPS: (00:00:00) Intro(00:00:28) Biggest Mistakes New Shooters Make(00:02:24) The "Let Your Barrel Cool" Story(00:06:25) Start With A Purpose(00:07:24) Hunting vs Competition Rifles(00:10:35) Choosing The Right Rifle Purpose(00:11:13) Breaking Down Competition Types(00:13:15) Choosing The Right Caliber(00:20:37) Tract Optics Sponsor(00:21:20) Beginner PRS Rifle Recommendations(00:25:03) Hunting Rifle Recommendations(00:26:01) Mistakes We Made Starting Out(00:34:23) Budget Rifles vs Expensive Rifles(00:42:12) Picking The Right Rifle Setup(00:43:02) How Important Is Your Scope?(00:50:40) Bipods For Hunting & Competition(00:54:23) Trigger Weight Mistakes

EP15: The Most OVERRATED & UNDERRATED Calibers Right Now

In this episode of Beyond the Target, Rob and Jeromy debate the most overrated and underrated rifle and pistol calibers in modern shooting. From 6.5 Creedmoor and .308 Winchester to 7mm cartridges and .223 rifles, the discussion dives into: * PRS shooting * NRL Hunter * Hunting applications * Recoil * Bullet BCs * Cartridge innovation * Internet hype * Influencer culture in the firearms industry The second half of the episode moves into pistol calibers including: * 9mm * 45 ACP * .22 LR * .357 Magnum This one gets controversial fast. 🔗 Episode Links 👉 Website: https://www.baldguyswithguns.com [https://www.baldguyswithguns.com] 👉 Evens Challenge Signup: https://forms.gle/R1xzZt2K3vk2aLwQ6 [https://forms.gle/R1xzZt2K3vk2aLwQ6] 👉 Tract Optics: https://tractoptics.com/?ref=BALDGUYSWITHGUNS [https://tractoptics.com/?ref=BALDGUYSWITHGUNS] TIMESTAMPS: (00:00:00) Intro(00:00:27) Most Overrated & Underrated Calibers(00:02:26) Hornady & Cartridge Innovation(00:05:35) Do Influencers Push Cartridge Hype(00:07:55) Honest Reviews vs Paid Opinions(00:12:17) Most Overrated Rifle Caliber(00:12:29) Why Jeromy Says 30 Cal Is Overrated(00:17:39) Why Rob Thinks 6.5 Is Overrated(00:20:14) Tract Optics Sponsor(00:28:05) Most Underrated Rifle Caliber(00:28:19) Why 7mm Is Underrated(00:38:34) Why .224 Caliber Is Underrated(00:41:46) Ruger American Gen 2 .223 Discussion(00:47:32) Moving Into Pistol Calibers(00:49:16) Most Overrated Pistol Caliber(00:49:22) Why Jeromy Picked .22 Pistols(00:54:00) Why Rob Picked .45 ACP(00:57:57) .357 Magnum Discussion

EP 14: Are Shotguns the Most Versatile Firearm Ever Made?

In this episode of Beyond the Target, Rob and Jeromy discuss one of the most versatile firearms ever made—the shotgun. From home defense and hunting to sport shooting and beginner-friendly range days, they break down why shotguns might actually be one of the most underused firearms in today’s shooting world. The episode covers: * Shotguns vs rifles and pistols * Hunting applications * Home defense setups * Pump vs semi-auto shotguns * Clay pigeon shooting * Different shotgun loads * Why shotguns are just plain fun They also discuss a future Remington 870 video idea involving a massive lineup of shotgun shooters. 🔗 Episode Links 👉 Website: https://www.baldguyswithguns.com [https://www.baldguyswithguns.com] 👉 Evens Challenge Signup: https://forms.gle/R1xzZt2K3vk2aLwQ6 [https://forms.gle/R1xzZt2K3vk2aLwQ6] 👉 870 Video Idea Signup: https://forms.gle/SvTVjebrZG5MqhPB6 [https://forms.gle/SvTVjebrZG5MqhPB6] 👉 Sunwayfoto (Code: BALDGUYS): https://sunwayfoto.com/?ref=revoqscy [https://sunwayfoto.com/?ref=revoqscy] 👉Matt-Hat Jerky (Code: BALDGUYS) https://matthatjerky.com/?ref=fqeouoin [https://matthatjerky.com/?ref=fqeouoin] (00:00:00) Intro(00:00:44) Why Don’t People Talk About Shotguns(00:01:25) What Can’t a Shotgun Do(00:03:02) Are Shotguns the Most Versatile Firearm(00:05:15) Why Shotguns Are Great for Beginners(00:06:37) Shotgun Shells & Recoil Explained(00:08:28) Why Shotguns Are Easier on Moving Targets(00:09:48) Shotguns vs Pistols(00:13:20) Home Defense Discussion(00:18:00) Shotguns vs AR-15s for Home Defense(00:20:49) Suppressors & Home Defense Setups(00:23:01) Matt Hat Jerky Sponsor(00:24:00) Why Don’t Police Use Shotguns More(00:25:15) Hunting With Shotguns(00:29:03) Turkey Loads & Recoil Stories(00:31:24) Panzer M4 & Benelli M4 Discussion(00:34:04) Why Shotguns Are So Fun(00:37:00) Clay Pigeon Shooting Stories(00:41:01) Competition Shotgun Shooting(00:42:18) Sunwayfoto Sponsor(00:42:47) Have Shotguns Evolved(00:46:22) Over/Under & Side-by-Side Shotgun(00:48:00) 3.5 Inch Magnum Loads Explained(00:51:44) Why Shotguns Are Underrated(00:55:44) The 870 Video Idea

EP 13: What We ACTUALLY Bring to the Range (Full Breakdown)

In this episode of Beyond the Target, Rob and Jeromy break down the full Bald Guys With Guns range setup and discuss the gear they actually bring every time they go shooting. From long range rifles and steel targets to tripods, spotting scopes, camera gear, and range essentials, this episode covers what they use, what they think matters most, and what every shooter should probably own. They also discuss cheap gear vs quality gear, their favorite upgrades over the years, and why shooting steel changed how they enjoy shooting. 👉 Website: https://www.baldguyswithguns.com [https://www.baldguyswithguns.com] 👉 Evens Challenge Signup: https://forms.gle/R1xzZt2K3vk2aLwQ6 [https://forms.gle/R1xzZt2K3vk2aLwQ6] 👉 Sunwayfoto (Code: BALDGUYS): https://sunwayfoto.com/?ref=revoqscy [https://sunwayfoto.com/?ref=revoqscy] (00:00:00) Intro (00:00:32) What This Episode Is About (00:01:17) What Bald Guys With Guns Brings to the Range (00:02:32) Cheap Gear vs Quality Gear (00:03:50) What Stays in the Truck Full Time (00:04:26) Range Backpack Breakdown (00:05:46) Chronographs, Rangefinders & Accessories (00:06:30) Sunwayfoto Phone Mount Discussion (00:07:41) Camera Gear & Filming Setup (00:08:42) Tripods We Use (Cheap vs Premium) (00:10:26) Spotting Scopes & Binoculars (00:11:38) Biggest Gear Upgrade We Made (00:12:35) Sunwayfoto Tripods Explained (00:14:14) Why Good Tripods Matter (00:16:12) Hydration, Knives & Essentials (00:17:25) What’s in the Bed of the Truck (00:18:52) Lead Sleds & Spare Gear (00:20:04) Steel Target Setup Evolution (00:21:50) Paper Target Setup (00:24:09) Rebar Target Stands Explained (00:26:27) Hit Indicators & Steel Setup (00:27:02) Long Range Specific Gear (00:28:17) Clay Pigeon Target Stands (00:29:38) Evens Challenge Event Setup (00:31:17) Public Range Filming Experience (00:33:54) What Rob Would Bring Long Range (00:40:48) Beginner-Friendly Target Setup (00:45:10) What Every Shooter Should Bring (00:47:17) Geist Dynamics Rebar Stands (00:48:40) Best Budget Range Setup (00:51:26) Why Shooting Steel Is Addicting (00:52:45) Shooting Dirt vs Targets Debate

EP12: You Don’t Have a Quarter-Inch Gun… Here’s Why

In this episode of Beyond the Target, Rob and Jeromy break down the truth behind one of the most debated topics in shooting: What actually counts as a “quarter-inch gun”? They discuss group size standards, why 3-shot groups can be misleading, and how much the shooter impacts real-world results. From factory rifles to custom builds, this episode challenges how most people think about accuracy. 👉 Website: https://www.baldguyswithguns.com [https://www.baldguyswithguns.com] 👉 Evens Challenge Signup: https://forms.gle/R1xzZt2K3vk2aLwQ6 [https://forms.gle/R1xzZt2K3vk2aLwQ6] 👉 Sunwayfoto (5% Off Code: BALDGUYS): https://sunwayfoto.com/?ref=revoqscy [https://sunwayfoto.com/?ref=revoqscy] (00:00:00) Intro (00:00:53) What Is a “Quarter-Inch Gun” (00:02:00) Shooter Types (Hunter vs Precision) (00:04:30) Realistic Accuracy Expectations (00:07:30) Factory Ammo vs Handloads (00:09:40) 3-Shot vs 5-Shot Groups (00:12:30) Shooter vs Rifle Capability (00:16:50) Why 5-Shot Groups Matter (00:21:00) Sponsor – Sunwayfoto (00:22:30) Real Rifle Examples (.223, 6PRS) (00:26:30) Sub-MOA Guarantees Explained (00:28:00) Barrel Break-In Debate (00:30:50) Grouping at Distance (00:36:00) Rifle Comparison at Distance (00:41:00) Wind & Conditions Impact (00:42:00) Do You Believe “Half MOA All Day” (00:44:00) Defining TRUE Accuracy (00:47:00) Measuring Groups Properly (00:50:00) What We Actually Shoot (00:52:00) Pressure & Competition Effects (00:56:00) Final Thoughts