☕️ Good Morning. I’m halfway out the door to go chase a turkey, but this one’s worth the pause. The new cover story with Dude Perfect hits hard—led by Tyler Toney stepping fully into the outdoors—alongside a legacy moment from Ted Nugent and a look at what “big” really means with record-breaking largemouth bass. Add in a sharp hit from our partners at Kimber, and you’ve got a lineup built for right now. Dive in before the day gets away.
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NEW COVER STORY!
Tyler Toney and the Dudes at Dude Perfect built a global following on precision and pressure—but out here, it’s a different game. In this sit-down, he opens up on stepping beyond trick shots and into the outdoors, where patience replaces instant payoff and every moment actually means something. It’s not a rebrand—it’s a return to something real. And it might surprise you just how deep it goes.
KIMBER’S NEXT GEN SERIES
Kimber continues to offer a suite of updated products for a hungry market. With the run away success of the 1911 DS Warrior and 2K11, Kimber has cemented itself as a key choice for discerning enthusiasts in 2026. As a key part of this reinvention, Kimber has updated their legendary line of 1911's with the Next Gen Series late last fall. With the spring upon us, Kimber has added the new Next Gen 1911 in a Pro Length Model for those looking for a shorter more concealed model.
SALUTE UNCLE TED
Ted Nugent doesn’t do quiet—and his latest milestone proves it. Inducted into the Michigan Outdoor Hall of Fame, the Motor City Madman’s legacy goes far beyond the stage. Decades of unapologetic hunting, conservation, and living the lifestyle loud have earned him a place where it actually matters!
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The next issue featuring Tyler Toney of Dude Perfect is about to drop! Also, it’s a Special Edition: The State of the Modern Outdoorsman. This isn’t just another release. It’s the definitive look at where the outdoor lifestyle is headed and who is shaping it next. We break down the shift. A new generation that’s self-taught, digitally driven, and influenced by culture as much as the field. But while discovery happens online, what actually lasts is physical. In a world of endless scroll, this is the issue that gets kept, shared, and revisited. The one that defines the moment. If you want to understand where the outdoors is going next, this is where you start!
BASS FISHING
Think you’ve caught a big one? The truth is, the bar is a lot higher than you think. From legendary hauls to record-breaking monsters, these largemouth bass aren’t just fish—they’re benchmarks. If you want to understand what “big” really means on the water, this is where the line gets drawn.
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