Beyond The Target

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Beyond The Target Podcast is the audio extension of the Bald Guys With Guns YouTube channel — where real shooters talk firearms, gear, training, and the shooting sports without the fluff. Hosted by the guys behind the channel Jeromy and Rob, this podcast dives into firearms, optics, ammo, competitions, long-range shooting, range days, and the gear we actually run. We break down reviews, behind-the-scenes stories from filming, industry news, and real-world shooting experiences — wins, failures, and everything in between.

  1. 4d ago

    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 purposeHunting vs competition riflesCaliber selection6.5 Creedmoor vs .308 WinchesterPRS shootingBarrel length considerationsScope selectionBipods and accessoriesTrigger weightHow to avoid wasting money as a new shooterIf 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 Evens Challenge Signup:https://forms.gle/R1xzZt2K3vk2aLwQ6 Tract Optics: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

    1h 22m

  2. May 26

    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 shootingNRL HunterHunting applicationsRecoilBullet BCsCartridge innovationInternet hypeInfluencer culture in the firearms industryThe second half of the episode moves into pistol calibers including: 9mm45 ACP.22 LR.357 MagnumThis one gets controversial fast. 🔗 Episode Links 👉 Website:https://www.baldguyswithguns.com 👉 Evens Challenge Signup:https://forms.gle/R1xzZt2K3vk2aLwQ6 👉 Tract Optics: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

    1h 14m

  3. May 19

    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 pistolsHunting applicationsHome defense setupsPump vs semi-auto shotgunsClay pigeon shootingDifferent shotgun loadsWhy shotguns are just plain funThey also discuss a future Remington 870 video idea involving a massive lineup of shotgun shooters. 🔗 Episode Links 👉 Website:https://www.baldguyswithguns.com 👉 Evens Challenge Signup:https://forms.gle/R1xzZt2K3vk2aLwQ6 👉 870 Video Idea Signup:https://forms.gle/SvTVjebrZG5MqhPB6 👉 Sunwayfoto (Code: BALDGUYS):https://sunwayfoto.com/?ref=revoqscy 👉Matt-Hat Jerky (Code: BALDGUYS) 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

    1h 5m

  4. May 12

    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 👉 Evens Challenge Signup:https://forms.gle/R1xzZt2K3vk2aLwQ6 👉 Sunwayfoto (Code: BALDGUYS):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

    1 hr

  5. May 5

    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 👉 Evens Challenge Signup:https://forms.gle/R1xzZt2K3vk2aLwQ6 👉 Sunwayfoto (5% Off Code: BALDGUYS):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

    1h 3m

  6. Apr 28

    EP11: I Was Going to Build a 6GT… Then This Happened

    In this episode of Beyond the Target, Rob and Jeromy break down the story behind one of the most talked-about rifles on the channel—the custom 6PRS Moses Wildcat rifle. They cover why it was built, how it performs, and what makes it different from more traditional cartridges like the 6GT and 6 Dasher. From load development to real-world performance, this episode dives deep into what makes this rifle special. 👉 Website:https://www.baldguyswithguns.com 👉 Evens Challenge Signup:https://forms.gle/R1xzZt2K3vk2aLwQ6 👉 Matt Hat Jerky (Code: BALDGUYS):https://matthatjerky.com/?ref=fqeouoin 👉 Sunwayfoto Tripods:https://sunwayfoto.com/?ref=revoqscy Follow Beyond the Target and check out Bald Guys With Guns for more rifle content and long-range shooting discussions. (00:00:00) Intro & Episode Setup (00:01:30) Why Build a Custom Rifle (00:04:30) First Exposure to Custom Rifles (00:07:30) Reloading & Going Deeper (00:10:30) Choosing the 6PRS Moses (00:11:30) Cartridge Breakdown (6PRS Moses Explained) (00:13:30) Rifle Build Details (00:17:00) Load Development & Bullet Selection (00:21:30) Performance & Long Range Capability (00:23:00) Why Not Build a 6GT (00:26:00) Origin of the Moses Cartridge (00:30:00) Wildcat Pros & Cons (00:34:00) Accuracy Results (100 Yard Groups) (00:40:00) Upcoming 6 Dasher vs 6GT vs Moses (00:44:30) Load Testing & Speed Results (00:49:00) Fireforming Explained (00:52:00) Long Range Performance (Mile Shooting) (00:57:00) Final Thoughts

    1h 20m

  7. Apr 21

    EP 10: Factory Rifle vs Custom Build… Which Is Actually Better?

    In this episode of Beyond the Target, Rob and Jeromy break down one of the most important decisions for any shooter: Should you buy a factory rifle or build a custom one? 👉 Visit Our Website www.baldguyswithguns.com They compare real-world costs, performance, and use cases across multiple price ranges—from entry-level factory rifles to high-end custom builds. The episode covers what you actually get for your money and when going custom truly makes sense. 🔗 Episode Links 👉 Matt Hat Jerky (20% Off Code: BALDGUYS)https://matthatjerky.com/?ref=fqeouoin 👉 Sunwayfoto Tripods (Use Code: BALDGUYS)https://sunwayfoto.com/?ref=revoqscy 👉 Evens Challenge Signuphttps://forms.gle/R1xzZt2K3vk2aLwQ6

    1h 17m

  8. Apr 14

    EP 09: Is Reloading Worth It in 2026? Real Cost Breakdown

    In this episode of Beyond the Target, Rob and Jeromy break down whether reloading ammo is still worth it in 2026. They compare real-world costs between factory ammo and reloading using 6.5 Creedmoor, including component pricing, time investment, and long-term savings. If you’ve ever wondered whether reloading actually saves money—or if it’s just another time-consuming hobby—this episode gives you a clear, experience-based answer. 👉 Matt Hat Jerky (20% Off Code: BALDGUYS)https://matthatjerky.com/?ref=fqeouoin 👉 Sunwayfoto Tripods (Use Code: BALDGUYS)https://sunwayfoto.com/?ref=revoqscy 👉 Sign Up for the Evens Challengehttps://forms.gle/R1xzZt2K3vk2aLwQ6 If you enjoy the show, be sure to follow Beyond the Target and check out Bald Guys With Guns for more long-range shooting, reloading content, and gear reviews.

    40 min
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Beyond The Target Podcast is the audio extension of the Bald Guys With Guns YouTube channel — where real shooters talk firearms, gear, training, and the shooting sports without the fluff. Hosted by the guys behind the channel Jeromy and Rob, this podcast dives into firearms, optics, ammo, competitions, long-range shooting, range days, and the gear we actually run. We break down reviews, behind-the-scenes stories from filming, industry news, and real-world shooting experiences — wins, failures, and everything in between.

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