Kind of weird to just start watching a hunting video and see an old buddy from way back. Last time I saw Trail I was in London 20 years ago. Good job on the elk buddy.
I literally can't get enough of Trails. It would be a dream to go bow hunt Elk with him one day. My family has bow hunted elk for 3 generations in Utah now. Some beautiful country and Elk.
Probably my favorite GoHUNT video to date. Definitely up there with top hunting videos out there. Love the emotion shown with the close encounters and how tough it really is. Makes me scared to go back cuz i hate that feeling but so badly want that feeling at the end. Thanks Trail.
Dude, the persistence and dedication towards this hunt was excellent. Never gave up, keep pushing and putting a great plan in place. Awesome bull, I so wish to bow hunt elk someday. Great film GoHunt team.
Ok some of the cinematic production of this video are incredible. Love many of the B-roll. Also I love the sunset full draw shot of trail! Great video guys!
Working that hard just makes it that much better. We always joke that we want an easy one one day but the truth is we like the suffering. It makes the results so much better.
Absolutely love this film. Showing the feelings after the close calls and the emotions when it finally happens. Perfect example of what hunting is all about
Awesome Video and super stoked you finally sealed the deal! I once watched a video on Corey Jacobsen explaining how he solo hunts. After calling, he moves up towards the bull and down wind at least 40 yards each. Elk have stereoscopic hearing which means they can pinpoint your location with their ears within a yard or two just as we can spot a tree on the other side of a drainage. Most of the bulls that you called in look to your exact location and did not see another bull or cow so they took off. You might know this already know everything stated above but in the video it seemed like you called and stayed in the same spot. I was biting my nails hoping that the bull wouldn't hang up and would continue towards you. Especially the bull at the 27:00 minute mark. I was hoping you were going to work your way down to the ridge exactly in the spot where the bull hung up. Anyway, super pumped that you got that 5x6. That is a beast for sure!!! Not trying to be a know-it-all by any means. I just learned this lesson the hard way for about 6 years. Then I got that piece of advice from Cory Jacobson the master!!
Great film, man. Super great filming, vidcam dude! Awesome bull, well earned. Thanks for all your efforts to share it, so i could come along for the ride. 👊👍
Trail that was a fantastic hunt. I have a lot of points for CO and hope to draw a great tag in the coming years. I hope it compares to yours. That may be the most emotion I've seen from you, and it shows what that meant to you.
Nice hunt, good patience on the calling when he was coming in, easy to overcall and have them peg you...would like to hear a big hunt guys debate on fixed vs mechanical BH for elk....I Judy can't bring myself to trust a mechanical. Great film as always trail
Hi there, thanks for watching and for the kind words and feedback. I lost a spike elk in 03 shooting a mechanical and I went to fixed blades exclusively up until a few years ago when I started using the SEVR heads. This is just my experience so take that with a grain of salt, I've killed a number of elk and been on hunts with folks that have killed elk with fixed blades and although there is typically enough blood to follow...I've not had what I would consider great blood trails with fixed blades. More often than not, the elk has not gone far and died quickly but the difference in blood trails between a fixed blade and the mechanicals I've been using is notable. The mechanical has produced much better blood trails. I also have not seen what I would suggest is a significant difference in penetration. I've had more than enough penetration with the mechanical, the blood trail has been better, they can be easier to tune and are quieter in flight and I'm pretty convinced that the right mechanical is a better option for me.
Hey Trail, I wanted to ask you if you have heard of the elk nut, Paul Medel. He has hunted elk successfully on OTC units in Idaho for so many years, and has spent countless days and weeks and months figuring out the elk language . He came out with an app a few years ago and it is outstanding. It is called the elk nut app. I would highly recommend it, as you will definitely learn something even with all your experience. The one thing I would utilize would be what he calls the nervous grunt . It will stop an elk in their tracks, and it made me think of it when that bull turned to leave and you gave it a soft cow call. Good luck this year, God bless @trailkreitzer9163
That first time he drew back on that nice bull is exactly what happened to me a couple days ago. One more second and I had a dead bull. Stings... But maybe i'll end up getting a good one like Trail did! Great film.
Outstanding adventure, There are people who have patients ! And then there's you. Incredible patients. You kept your head in the game 100% of the time. And man did it payoff. Outstanding Bull. Excellent video. I'll definitely be subscribing and looking for more. Thanks for sharing.
Awesome hunt and the bull had some mass, that would be tough on a old man like me in that heat and can’t take a nap with the flies around but heck if I get the time I would try it 👍✌🏻🇺🇸
Hi there, it's TightSpot five arrow quiver mounted on a Total Peep Hip Quiver attachment. We have both in the GOHUNT gear shop. Hope that helps, all the best!
Hi there, thanks for watching...it wasn't 80. I shoot a five pin slider with pins from 20-60 and I never had to make an adjustment. Not a close shot, but a shot I felt really confident in.
This all looked like the Panguitch lake unit over here in Utah. Some of it almost looked like going up brianhead canyon by some of the burn as well. It probably wasn’t brain head canyon, but I wonder if it was the Panguitch unit
Kind of weird to just start watching a hunting video and see an old buddy from way back. Last time I saw Trail I was in London 20 years ago. Good job on the elk buddy.
Trail is by far the best hunting personality out there. Just a real dude. Good job man that was as real as it gets.
Had the honor of meeting Trail and Brandon from GoHunt at the Outdoor Retailer Convention a few years back. Super nice guys, happy for you Trail!
That dog was pumped to see a friend
There’s no way I would have been able to resist petting that dog.
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@@drewolmI’d sat on the mountain with that dog for way to long honestly
Way to capture the emotions of the elk woods. Congratulations on a beautiful bull.
Good work Trail! You are one of the most REAL guys in the industry!
I literally can't get enough of Trails. It would be a dream to go bow hunt Elk with him one day. My family has bow hunted elk for 3 generations in Utah now. Some beautiful country and Elk.
Probably my favorite GoHUNT video to date. Definitely up there with top hunting videos out there. Love the emotion shown with the close encounters and how tough it really is. Makes me scared to go back cuz i hate that feeling but so badly want that feeling at the end. Thanks Trail.
Such a true and real depiction of what elk hunting is all about
WOW!!! That was a real hunting video...thanks for sharing
Dude, the persistence and dedication towards this hunt was excellent. Never gave up, keep pushing and putting a great plan in place. Awesome bull, I so wish to bow hunt elk someday. Great film GoHunt team.
What a video! the camera work was SUBLIME and second to none. Spectacular. Loved the commentary as you kept up updated on the hunt.
Ok some of the cinematic production of this video are incredible. Love many of the B-roll.
Also I love the sunset full draw shot of trail! Great video guys!
Man, that is the epitome of persistence right there. Great film and great bull! Nice work!
Stellar hunt Trail. Thanks for bringing us along for the ride!
Working that hard just makes it that much better. We always joke that we want an easy one one day but the truth is we like the suffering. It makes the results so much better.
Very true, went from public to private hunting last year and it almost felt too easy to get my bull
That thud of the arrow hitting was one of the cleanest hits I’ve ever heard.
Trails emotions are the best part of these videos, we can feel every bit of the hunt. Nice work again, to another great season!
Absolutely love this film. Showing the feelings after the close calls and the emotions when it finally happens. Perfect example of what hunting is all about
Such a great film! Showed just a small portion of the reality of ups and downs of elk hunting, I’m pumped for the season! Great job trail!
Love the emotion Trail! You worked so hard! that's not an easy unit with the people, sheep, and steep country. Fantastic film! I am so happy for you!
Awesome job! Such a gripping way to tell your story def will be watching again soon
So glad your hard work and determination paid off. Enjoyed your story.
Great job, Trail. That was a great video! This is truly what elk hunting is like, you just can't give up.
Great film! Trial just stoked the fire under my ass to keep me going out chasing elk! Keep this amazing content coming guys!!!🦌
Congratulations Trail! That is an outstanding bull. You earned it big time. I definitely felt the emotional roller coaster on this.
Everybody loves a good trail elk hunt. Thanks for sharing.
What a Hunter. patience & persistence. G.O.A.T
Hell of a video. Loved the emotion and the non stop grinding of this hunt. Killer shot too!
Nice work, Trail! Looks like a hard hunt, but your persistence paid off. I love hearing the arrow hit!
Hard work pays off. Great hunt. Also, whoever filmed it did a fantastic job.
Great stuff Trail. Congrats. I wish hard work and persistence always paid off with animals like that.
This is real. I loved that you showed the difficulty of hunting public and failed attempts. No filler needed. Great video. Thanks
Trail is the man
Way to hang in there Trail! Hunting can be really freakin hard but that sure makes success all the sweeter.
Solid, didn't expect anything less! Way to go Trail.
Awesome job as always gents!!! Love the videography work!!
Trail really should be known as The Butcher. I'll bet that he eats a lot more backstraps than tags.
Haha!! This comment is pure gold.
Awesome Video and super stoked you finally sealed the deal! I once watched a video on Corey Jacobsen explaining how he solo hunts. After calling, he moves up towards the bull and down wind at least 40 yards each. Elk have stereoscopic hearing which means they can pinpoint your location with their ears within a yard or two just as we can spot a tree on the other side of a drainage.
Most of the bulls that you called in look to your exact location and did not see another bull or cow so they took off.
You might know this already know everything stated above but in the video it seemed like you called and stayed in the same spot.
I was biting my nails hoping that the bull wouldn't hang up and would continue towards you. Especially the bull at the 27:00 minute mark. I was hoping you were going to work your way down to the ridge exactly in the spot where the bull hung up.
Anyway, super pumped that you got that 5x6. That is a beast for sure!!!
Not trying to be a know-it-all by any means. I just learned this lesson the hard way for about 6 years. Then I got that piece of advice from Cory Jacobson the master!!
Great hunt and great bull Trail! so sweet when it comes together after all the close calls.
I cant believe i just barely watched this one... GREAT FILM
Loved this film!
Great film, man. Super great filming, vidcam dude!
Awesome bull, well earned.
Thanks for all your efforts to share it, so i could come along for the ride. 👊👍
That was awesome. Way to stay with it.
Awesome film and hunt. Trail is a stud! Beautiful bull!
Trail that was a fantastic hunt. I have a lot of points for CO and hope to draw a great tag in the coming years. I hope it compares to yours. That may be the most emotion I've seen from you, and it shows what that meant to you.
Man really felt the agony of some of those close calls. Its what keeps me coming back year after year.
Way to Go Trail!!!
Whole lot of Bull…Excellent! 👊🏻🏹
Congratulations!
Wow, that’s putting in the work and getting it done.
Amazing film! I don't hunt archery but this gets me pumped for rifle season!
What an awesome hunt! Way to stick it out!!
Killer video Trail. Hope to hear a podcast about this hunt. Good shit man!
Nice hunt, good patience on the calling when he was coming in, easy to overcall and have them peg you...would like to hear a big hunt guys debate on fixed vs mechanical BH for elk....I Judy can't bring myself to trust a mechanical. Great film as always trail
Hi there, thanks for watching and for the kind words and feedback. I lost a spike elk in 03 shooting a mechanical and I went to fixed blades exclusively up until a few years ago when I started using the SEVR heads. This is just my experience so take that with a grain of salt, I've killed a number of elk and been on hunts with folks that have killed elk with fixed blades and although there is typically enough blood to follow...I've not had what I would consider great blood trails with fixed blades. More often than not, the elk has not gone far and died quickly but the difference in blood trails between a fixed blade and the mechanicals I've been using is notable. The mechanical has produced much better blood trails. I also have not seen what I would suggest is a significant difference in penetration. I've had more than enough penetration with the mechanical, the blood trail has been better, they can be easier to tune and are quieter in flight and I'm pretty convinced that the right mechanical is a better option for me.
Hey Trail, I wanted to ask you if you have heard of the elk nut, Paul Medel. He has hunted elk successfully on OTC units in Idaho for so many years, and has spent countless days and weeks and months figuring out the elk language . He came out with an app a few years ago and it is outstanding. It is called the elk nut app. I would highly recommend it, as you will definitely learn something even with all your experience. The one thing I would utilize would be what he calls the nervous grunt . It will stop an elk in their tracks, and it made me think of it when that bull turned to leave and you gave it a soft cow call. Good luck this year, God bless @trailkreitzer9163
Trail’s the goat
I like your grit Trail. Well done my man.
Great film and a well earned bull! 🙌🏽
Amazing footage great bull!!!
That was amazing!
Nothing in the world of hunting compares to elk rutting!!!
Great job man.
This dudes relentless.
That first time he drew back on that nice bull is exactly what happened to me a couple days ago. One more second and I had a dead bull. Stings... But maybe i'll end up getting a good one like Trail did! Great film.
Just have to keep at it and you'll get another chance. Thanks for checking the hunt out and good luck in the coming weeks, stay with it!
@@trailkreitzer9163 Thanks for the encouragement man!
Nice hunt! Great persistance!!!
Trails a dagum beast! Sick video!
Great hunt trail. Perseverance pays off.
Ya that was awesome!!
Awesome hunt trail. You had my heart rate going nuts 😂
Outstanding adventure, There are people who have patients ! And then there's you. Incredible patients. You kept your head in the game 100% of the time. And man did it payoff. Outstanding Bull. Excellent video. I'll definitely be subscribing and looking for more. Thanks for sharing.
Great video
Amazing!
Legend.
As always props to the camera operator that shit was epic 🤌🏼🤌🏼🤌🏼
Can someone tell me how Trail holds his quiver on his hip like that? Thanks
Awesome hunt and the bull had some mass, that would be tough on a old man like me in that heat and can’t take a nap with the flies around but heck if I get the time I would try it 👍✌🏻🇺🇸
Awesome country and great hunt.
Awesome hunt! Way to grind it out
This was such a well made video
Trail’s that dude!
Saved to the repeats folder.
Great hunt!
What bivy sack were you using in this film?
What tether do you use for your range finder?
Hi there, it's a Marsupial Gear Rangefinder Tether. We have them available in the GOHUNT gear shop!
Thanks for sharing a great hunt with us, what broadhead are you using for elk?
Hi there, thanks for checking it out! Broadhead is a SEVR Titanium 1.5".
Awesome thanks!
Nice work Trail! What size Sevr head did you shoot him with?
Hi there, thanks for checking it out! Its a 1.5" Titanium head.
Where to get the quiver on your hip????
Hi there, it's TightSpot five arrow quiver mounted on a Total Peep Hip Quiver attachment. We have both in the GOHUNT gear shop. Hope that helps, all the best!
ELK SPOOKER
Wow! Great film.
Bow hunting is Hard.
All that and no kill shot on caamera!
What was the camera man doing sleeping?
80+ yard shot considering how long it took for the arrow to get there?
Hi there, thanks for watching...it wasn't 80. I shoot a five pin slider with pins from 20-60 and I never had to make an adjustment. Not a close shot, but a shot I felt really confident in.
@@trailkreitzer9163 my man with your, I’d guess 30.5 draw length, what are you shooting 45 pounds and 225 fps??
The bull is dead. Why don’t you just congratulate him and move on.
Why does the distance matter?
@@SeaSaltMud You clearly don’t bow hunt.
The never ending whisper gets a little old but great video
Where is Neville? He’s always with Trail on Elk hunts.
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minute 33:00 🤣🤣🤣
Trail is the master of standing in the wide open with 0 cover and getting busted by animals because of it
I know, I’ll figure it out one of these years
How big was the bull?
Hi there, thanks for watching. I taped him at 344" with the broken fifth.
@@trailkreitzer9163 great bull, very jealous!
I would of been rolling around on the ground with that dog, you have incredible will power lol.
This all looked like the Panguitch lake unit over here in Utah. Some of it almost looked like going up brianhead canyon by some of the burn as well. It probably wasn’t brain head canyon, but I wonder if it was the Panguitch unit
Glad I’m not the only one to run into cattle on my hunts in Utah. However, I’m really tired of it