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98 – Choosing a Bullet based on Wind Drift
98 – Choosing a Bullet based on Wind Drift

98 – Choosing a Bullet based on Wind Drift

September 21, 2023
00:34:30 | The bullet is by far the most scrutinized component within a rifle system. When it comes to wind drift, selecting the right bullet is no easy task. This…
#99 – Is your rifle really zeroed?
#99 – Is your rifle really zeroed?

#99 – Is your rifle really zeroed?

September 28, 2023
00:47:13 | Zeroing your rifle is a critically important step towards creating predictable impacts at all ranges. This week Francis and Mitch discuss the important factors to consider when zeroing…
#97 – Dealing with Assumptions
#97 – Dealing with Assumptions

#97 – Dealing with Assumptions

September 7, 2023
01:22:57  | Assumptions are both helpful and dangerous within long range shooting science.  On one hand, certain aspects of long range shooting must include assumptions but other areas assumptions can…
#96 – Planning Your Approach
#96 – Planning Your Approach

#96 – Planning Your Approach

August 31, 2023
00:45:43  | Whether you're a novice or expert in long-range shooting the decisions you make have important consequences. Bryan and Francis discuss the aspects of "planning" as it relates to…
#95 E.W.S.P and Improving Faster
#95 E.W.S.P and Improving Faster

#95 E.W.S.P and Improving Faster

August 24, 2023
00:56:29  | This episode Francis discusses his approach to finding sources of error in the field using the acronym EWSP: Elevation, Wind, Stability, Plan/Procedure. This simple technique will help you…
#94 – Using Mirage to Read Wind
#94 – Using Mirage to Read Wind

#94 – Using Mirage to Read Wind

August 17, 2023
00:48:50  | Bryan and Francis discuss some of the effects they see around making better shots in one of the toughest conditions shooters face: mirage. From strategies to deal with…
#86 – 2023 Nightforce ELR Steel Challenge
#86 – 2023 Nightforce ELR Steel Challenge

#86 – 2023 Nightforce ELR Steel Challenge

June 15, 2023
01:01:53  | The 2023 Nightforce ELR Steel Challenge is complete!  Mitch and Francis recap their experience at this unique match with ranges from 800-2200 yards in the rolling planes of…
#77 – Truing Your Ballistics Solver Part 2
#77 – Truing Your Ballistics Solver Part 2

#77 – Truing Your Ballistics Solver Part 2

March 30, 2023
01:03:29  | Bryan and Francis continue discussing the components of the truing process.   They identify the key variables in creating the most effective solutions for your ballistic solver.  Truing your…
#76 – Truing Your Ballistic Solver: Part 1
#76 – Truing Your Ballistic Solver: Part 1

#76 – Truing Your Ballistic Solver: Part 1

March 23, 2023
01:04:26  | In this two part episode, Bryan and Francis cover the components of the truing process to help identify their importance in creating the most effective solutions for your…
#74 – Interview With Ryan Cleckner
#74 – Interview With Ryan Cleckner

#74 – Interview With Ryan Cleckner

March 9, 2023
01:24:03  | Bryan chats with Ryan Cleckner, GunUniversity.com Co-Founder, former Army Ranger, renowned author, firearms lawyer and entrepreneur.  This engaging dialogue covers the gamut from interesting stories about firearms culture…
#68 – The Off-Season
EP #68 - The Off-Season
#68 – The Off-Season

#68 – The Off-Season

January 26, 2023
00:58:10  | Mitch and Francis discuss their off-season routines, gear management and debate whether an “off-season” exists.  From testing new equipment to planning for the upcoming season, finding ways to…
#61 – Bryan and Mitch talk ELR with Otis White and Rusty Newton
#61 – Bryan and Mitch talk ELR with Otis White and Rusty Newton

#61 – Bryan and Mitch talk ELR with Otis White and Rusty Newton

November 29, 2022
01:06:57  |In this episode, Bryan and Mitch host ELR shooters and Applied Ballistics Brand Ambassadors Otis White and Rusty Newton.  These guys are staples in the ELR community.  We discuss…
#59 – ELR Discussion With Team Sterling Precision
#59 – ELR Discussion With Team Sterling Precision

#59 – ELR Discussion With Team Sterling Precision

November 16, 2022
1:09:06 | Bryan speaks with Applied Ballistics Extreme Long Range shooting brand ambassadors Joe Kaiser, David Lindsay, and Curtis Roman about their shooting journey and how they’ve achieved success as…
#58 – Justin Wolf – King of 2 Miles
#58 – Justin Wolf – King of 2 Miles

#58 – Justin Wolf – King of 2 Miles

October 18, 2022
01:02:10  | In this episode, we talk with Justin Wolf, winner of the 2022 King of 2 Miles ELR match as well as the Spearpoint season aggregate.  Justin talks about the…
#53 – Hunting with Walker Daugherty
#53 – Hunting with Walker Daugherty

#53 – Hunting with Walker Daugherty

August 30, 2022
01:12:10  | Walker Daugherty of Big Rim Outfitters in Winston, NM talks with Bryan and Mitch about his experience as an outfitter and an ELR competitor.   This podcast covers long-range…
#47 – Conquer The Castle ELR Match
#47 – Conquer The Castle ELR Match

#47 – Conquer The Castle ELR Match

July 21, 2022
00:53:50  | This episode accompanies a recent blog article which you can access here: https://thescienceofaccuracy.com/conquer-the-castle-match-elr-radar-testing-report/ The blog presents some data and analysis that Bryan and Mitch discuss in this podcast,…
#43 – Francis Colon wins Kahles PRS match at K&M 2022
#43 – Francis Colon wins Kahles PRS match at K&M 2022

#43 – Francis Colon wins Kahles PRS match at K&M 2022

June 7, 2022
01:16:10  | Bryan and Mitch sit down with Francis Colon; Applied Ballistics Lab Technician and PRS competitor who just got back from winning the 2022 Kahles match at K&M Precision…
#41 – Interview with PRS Shooter Troy Livesay
#41 – Interview with PRS Shooter Troy Livesay

#41 – Interview with PRS Shooter Troy Livesay

May 31, 2022
00:47:53  | Applied Ballistics Brand Ambassador Troy Livesay sits down with Bryan Litz and talks about how he got started in long-range shooting by predator hunting and had to refine…
#40 – Interview with AG Cup winner Chad Heckler
#40 – Interview with AG Cup winner Chad Heckler

#40 – Interview with AG Cup winner Chad Heckler

May 27, 2022
01:04:19  | AG Cup winner and Applied Ballistics Brand Ambassador Chad Heckler sits down with Bryan Litz and talks about his approach to long-range shooting, handloading, and competition. Chad is…
#39 – Interview with PRS shooter Brandon Haywood
#39 – Interview with PRS shooter Brandon Haywood

#39 – Interview with PRS shooter Brandon Haywood

May 24, 2022
0:50:09  | Applied Ballistics Brand Ambassador Brandon Haywood sits down with Bryan Litz and talks about his path in the long-range shooting sports arena. The conversation moves from Brandon's early…
#29 – Todd Hervey at the March 2022 Spearpoint ELR Match
#29 – Todd Hervey at the March 2022 Spearpoint ELR Match

#29 – Todd Hervey at the March 2022 Spearpoint ELR Match

April 15, 2022
00:27:06  | Before and after match interview with Todd Hervey. Todd is relatively new to extreme long range shooting and is getting help from the amazing guys on Team Sterling.…
#28 – Otis White at the March 2022 Spearpoint ELR Match
#28 – Otis White at the March 2022 Spearpoint ELR Match

#28 – Otis White at the March 2022 Spearpoint ELR Match

April 12, 2022
00:33:25  | Before and after match interview with Otis White. Otis is a former USMC Drill Instructor, current Texas State Trooper, an Applied Ballistics Brand Ambassador, and a fairly well-known…
#27 – Greg Kotlinski at the March 2022 Spearpoint ELR Match
#27 – Greg Kotlinski at the March 2022 Spearpoint ELR Match

#27 – Greg Kotlinski at the March 2022 Spearpoint ELR Match

April 6, 2022
00:37:17  | Before and after match interview with Greg Kotlinski. Greg hasn't been shooting ELR very long, but he's connected with a solid team of extreme long range shooters who…
#26 – Danny Gilbert at the March 2022 Spearpoint ELR Match
#26 – Danny Gilbert at the March 2022 Spearpoint ELR Match

#26 – Danny Gilbert at the March 2022 Spearpoint ELR Match

April 4, 2022
00:20:08  |  Before and after match interview with Danny Gilbert. Danny is a relatively new ELR shooter and he shares his plan for the Spearpoint extreme long range match and…
#129 – Revolutionizing Long-Range Shooting Technology
#129 – Revolutionizing Long-Range Shooting Technology

#129 – Revolutionizing Long-Range Shooting Technology

January 31, 2025
00:48:51  | This week Bryan and Mitch break down the latest game-changing developments in shooting technology. From AB Quantum's revolutionary Weapon Employment Zone (WEZ) analysis and Custom Drag Factor (CDF)…
#128 – Driving Change: Where the Industry Can Evolve
#128 – Driving Change: Where the Industry Can Evolve

#128 – Driving Change: Where the Industry Can Evolve

January 3, 2025
00:26:20  | This week Bryan and Mitch explore the future of long-range shooting and innovations shaping the industry. What is in store for the long-range shooting community? What are the…
#127 – Engaging The Community: Connecting and Excelling
#127 – Engaging The Community: Connecting and Excelling

#127 – Engaging The Community: Connecting and Excelling

December 20, 2024
00:21:35  | This week, Bryan and Mitch discuss ways to improve your skills by engaging with the shooting community. For beginners and novices, connecting with and learning from experienced shooters…
#125 – Answering Questions from Listeners
#125 – Answering Questions from Listeners

#125 – Answering Questions from Listeners

October 3, 2024
01:09:57  | This week Bryan and Mitch will answer and discuss some listener questions. The topics covered include Gas vs Bolt Guns, Seating depth, boat tail design, and more. Have…
#124 – Idaho Backcountry
#124 – Idaho Backcountry

#124 – Idaho Backcountry

September 13, 2024
00:39:56  | This week Bryan and Mitch will discuss what it takes to prepare for a hunt in the Idaho backcountry. Topics include optimizing your rifle system, selecting suitable components,…
#121 – RMAC 2024 Winning with Air Rifles
#121 – RMAC 2024 Winning with Air Rifles

#121 – RMAC 2024 Winning with Air Rifles

July 12, 2024
00:46:52  | In this episode, Mitch and Francis will continue their discussions surrounding air rifles. Specifically, Francis will explain his thought process and recent air rifle competition experience. They will…
#119 – Answering Questions from Listeners
#119 – Answering Questions from Listeners

#119 – Answering Questions from Listeners

June 28, 2024
00:38:18  | This week Bryan and Francis will discuss some of the most commonly asked questions from listeners. What is the Drop Scale Factor? How do you "true" or calibrate…
#118 – AB Integrated Products and Features
#118 – AB Integrated Products and Features

#118 – AB Integrated Products and Features

June 21, 2024
00:42:04  | In this episode, Bryan and Francis answer some of the most common questions received from listeners. They will mainly discuss the latest Applied Ballistics integrated devices and highlight…
#115 – Ultra Slow Projectiles under 1200 fps
#115 – Ultra Slow Projectiles under 1200 fps

#115 – Ultra Slow Projectiles under 1200 fps

March 22, 2024
00:29:28  | This week Bryan and Francis wrap up their discussion on some of the important characteristics of subsonic projectiles. The benefits and disadvantages of subsonic flight are tightly related…
#114 – Ultra Fast Projectiles 3500+ FPS
#114 – Ultra Fast Projectiles 3500+ FPS

#114 – Ultra Fast Projectiles 3500+ FPS

March 15, 2024
00:28:29 | This week Bryan and Francis discuss the pros and cons of chasing higher muzzle velocity. What will it do to your barrel and how do you maximize stability?…
#112 – Shot Show Recap
#112 – Shot Show Recap

#112 – Shot Show Recap

February 2, 2024
00:28:46  |  This week, Bryan and Francis recap their experiences from the 2024 Shot Show, including new air rifles to subsonic systems to new products and trends across the industry. …
#111 – Preparing for NRL Hunter
#111 – Preparing for NRL Hunter

#111 – Preparing for NRL Hunter

January 11, 2024
00:58:09 - This week, Francis connects with Mitch on his approach and planning for the upcoming NRL Hunter season. They discuss his rifle build, planning for success, plus tips to…
#110 – Evolution of Bullet Design
#110 – Evolution of Bullet Design

#110 – Evolution of Bullet Design

December 22, 2023
00:43:12  | Advancements in bullet design over the last 150+ years have "lead" (pun intended) better precision and accuracy across all platforms. This week, Bryan and Francis cover how aspects…
#109 – Modern Solvers and Drag Explained
#109 – Modern Solvers and Drag Explained

#109 – Modern Solvers and Drag Explained

December 15, 2023
00:36:33 | This week on the Science of Accuracy: Bryan and Francis deep dive into the history and evolution of modern ballistic solvers and drag modeling.  This episode answers common…
#108 – 2023 AG Cup Francis Colon
#108 – 2023 AG Cup Francis Colon

#108 – 2023 AG Cup Francis Colon

December 8, 2023
00:53:50  | Congratulations to AB Team member Francis Colon on his stage wins at the 2023 AG Cup, competing against the top 30 shooters in the country. Join Bryan and…
#107 – Reloading for Elite Competitors
#107 – Reloading for Elite Competitors

#107 – Reloading for Elite Competitors

November 30, 2023
00:47:49  | Bryan and Francis discuss reloading for elite competitions and getting the most out of your system. The consistency requirements of your ammunition can vary greatly depending on the…
#106 – The Weakest Link
#106 – The Weakest Link

#106 – The Weakest Link

November 22, 2023
00:43:31  | This week Bryan and Francis discuss "The Human Element" which tends to be the weakest link in the chain, leading to errors that catch shooters off-guard. They offer…
#105 – Elements of the Hunt
#105 – Elements of the Hunt

#105 – Elements of the Hunt

November 17, 2023
00:48:41  | This week, Francis and Mitch walk through the elements of planning and practice that led to Mitch's successful whitetail hunt.  It is easy to underestimate the level of…
#101 – Inherent Precision for 22lr
#101 – Inherent Precision for 22lr

#101 – Inherent Precision for 22lr

October 13, 2023
00:35:33  | This week, Bryan and Francis pick up the discussion on 22lr and the factors that lead to lower (worse) inherent precision compared to centerfire systems.  From projectile design…