In Episode 262, Jamie breaks down the 2026 updates to the Wolf Pack—and why we simplified everything to make it easier for more shooters across the country to join, learn, and build with confidence.

Here's what's changing for 2026:

• One Wolf Pack membership — $19/month (monthly or annual) with full access to all three online schools: Long Range Shooting School + ProSumer Gunsmithing School + Reloading Class

• Wolf Pack members get 10% off Wolf Precision-made products (ACE system, barrel vises, chamber wrenches, and more) — designed to help the membership pay for itself

• A deeper look at the ProSumer Gunsmithing School: we're building every rifle we offer step-by-step (starting with an XLR Envy Pro 2), including what to watch for when "drop-in" parts aren't truly drop-in

We also cover upcoming events and announcements:

• Great American Outdoor Show – Booth 446 (stop by, say hi, and check out Gen 4 ACE, barrels, tools, and demos)

• Two August Long Range Shooting School giveaway slots announced April 15 (Tax Day):
  one slot for anyone who follows the Patreon, and one slot for Wolf Pack members

• A quick update on in-person training, online expansion, and why the long-term mission is to archive decades of real-world instruction so the knowledge doesn't disappear

Giveaway info & Patreon link: Check the links below and don't forget to register.

• Register to win slot number one by following us on Patreon here!
• Register to win slot number two by joining The Wolf Pack here!

In Episode 261 of the Long Range Shooting and Custom Rifle Building Podcast, we continue our Fundamentals of Marksmanship series with Part Two, revisiting one of our most requested and most re-listened-to topics from the archives.

This episode dives deep into "driving the rifle"—how grip pressure, recoil management, rear-bag control, and consistency behind the rifle directly affect accuracy. We answer listener questions about loose versus firm grip, free recoil versus control, and why most shooting errors happen behind the rifle, not in front of the scope.

We also explore how skills from pistol shooting and archery translate into long-range rifle shooting, and why shooters from those backgrounds often progress faster once they understand the fundamentals.

If you've ever struggled with inconsistent tracking, erratic recoil, or unexplained misses, this episode will help you identify what's really happening—and how to fix it.

Giveaway info & Patreon link: Check the links below and don't forget to register.

• Register to win slot number one by following us on Patreon here!
• Register to win slot number two by joining The Wolf Pack here!

We're kicking off the new year by revisiting one of our most popular and impactful series: the Fundamentals of Marksmanship. This is Part 1 of the classic series (originally posted years ago), brought back by popular demand from listeners who still reference it today. A customer recently reached out after rediscovering it—saying it changed their shooting—and we couldn't agree more. Now's the perfect time to dust it off, update the mindset, and get back to the basics that separate good shooters from great ones.

In this episode, Jamie pulls no punches: forget chasing the "one magic thing" (gear, reloading, ballistics obsession). True progress comes from setting clear goals, writing a personal mission statement, creating a training plan, practicing with purpose, focusing on weaknesses, finding accountability partners, and earning the right to make those long shots through consistent effort.

Hear real stories from varmint hunting days—hitting 500+ yard woodchucks and crows with factory rifles and low-BC bullets—plus lessons on why luck favors the prepared, the dangers of gear acquisition syndrome, and why results-driven training changes everything.

Stick around—we'll continue the series next week. Also, huge thanks to our supporters! We're giving away two all-inclusive slots to our August Long Range Shooting School: one open to Patreon followers (no fees), and another for Wolfpack members ($15/month online access). Head to Patreon to enter.

Giveaway info & Patreon link: Check the links below and don't forget to register.

• Register to win slot number one by following us on Patreon here!
• Register to win slot number two by joining The Wolf Pack here!

In Episode 259 of the Long Range Shooting and Custom Rifle Building Podcast, Jamie Dodson answers a question we hear all the time: how long does it really take to become a great shooter?

Inspired by a conversation with listener Monty, Jamie breaks down why some shooters can spend 10–20 years on the range and still feel "stuck," while others make huge gains in a short time—once they learn the right fundamentals, get good coaching, and start fixing the small issues that silently wreck performance (rifle setup, ammo, optics, fundamentals, and process).

You'll also hear an update as Wolf Precision gears up for SHOT Show—including where to find us (Booth 70310) and why we're excited to show the industry what's next with the Gen 4 ACE Chamber System.

Plus: Jamie shares what's coming next on the podcast—a repost of our Fundamentals of Marksmanship series and the Four Pillars of Marksmanship, posted in order so you can follow along and build skill fast.

Want to train with us?
We have limited openings left for this year at our 3-Day Long Range Shooting School (wolfprecision.net).

Giveaway:
We're also giving away two in-person class slots for the August class—one for free followers and one for Wolf Pack members—to be drawn April 15 on Patreon..

Giveaway info & Patreon link: Check the links below and don't forget to register.

• Register to win slot number one by following us on Patreon here!
• Register to win slot number two by joining The Wolf Pack here!

Welcome back to Episode 258 of the Long Range Shooting & Custom Rifle Building Podcast presented by Wolf Precision Incorporated. Jamie Dotson wishes everyone a Happy New Year and shares what he believes is the number one reason to get into long-range shooting: it's magical.

From the unforgettable pause between the shot and the impact, to the satisfaction of steering a bullet through wind and distance, Jamie explains why ringing steel at 1,000 yards never gets old—and why stepping away from shooting for too long makes you forget just how much fun it really is. He also dives into the camaraderie of the shooting community, the friendships it creates, and why this sport has a way of making people feel like they belong.

Plus: a reminder about the two all-inclusive Long Range Shooting School giveaway slots—one for people who follow Wolf Precision on Patreon (free), and one for Wolf Pack members.

Giveaway info & Patreon link: Check the links below and don't forget to register.

• Register to win slot number one by following us on Patreon here!
• Register to win slot number two by joining The Wolf Pack here!

Winners will be randomly selected and announced April 15th, 2026

Class date is August 17-19, 2026

Class slots are transferable and have no cash value

Travel and lodging is not included

Class date will be coordinated directly with the winner

Class date may not be moved or transferred to another date

One entry per person per giveaway

Multiple accounts used to enter the same giveaway may be disqualified

In this special Christmas episode of the Long Range Shooting and Custom Rifle Building Podcast, Jamie Dodson wishes everyone a Merry Christmas and announces two all-inclusive giveaway slots for Wolf Precision's 2026 Long Range Shooting School.

Stick around to the end of the episode to learn how to register and win, including one slot with no strings attached and a second slot reserved for Wolf Pack members.

We also continue our Because You Asked series with a very common—and very serious—question: sticky bolt lift. Listener "Anthony" reached out after experiencing extremely stiff bolt lift and ultimately damaging his action while shooting suppressed during a match. Jamie breaks down:

• Why sticky bolt lift happens

• How suppressor back pressure affects bolt-action rifles

• Why rapid fire and heat make the problem worse

• How lug galling occurs—and why forcing the bolt is a costly mistake

• Practical ways to mitigate the issue, including load selection, suppressor choice, lubrication, and barrel cooling

This episode is a must-listen for anyone shooting bolt guns suppressed, especially in match or high-volume scenarios.

Jamie also reflects on gratitude, giving back, and the incredible community that surrounds long-range shooting—closing out the year with a message of humility, appreciation, and forward momentum.

Merry Christmas from Jamie and everyone at Wolf Precision—and thank you for being part of the journey.

If you enjoyed the podcast, please leave a five-star review and share it—it helps us more than you know.

• Register to win slot number one by following us on Patreon here!
• Register to win slot number two by joining The Wolf Pack here!

Winners will be randomly selected and announced April 15th, 2026

Class date is August 17-19, 2026

Class slots are transferable and have no cash value

Travel and lodging is not included

Class date will be coordinated directly with the winner

Class date may not be moved or transferred to another date

One entry per person per giveaway

Multiple accounts used to enter the same giveaway may be disqualified

In this episode of the Long Range Shooting and Custom Rifle Building Podcast, Jamie kicks off a new series called The Simple Truth—and pulls no punches.

You can learn through trial and error, or you can learn from professionals. Both are expensive. But what most people underestimate isn't just the money—it's the time, frustration, and risk that come with assumptions and misinformation.

Jamie shares real-world stories from decades in long-range shooting, gunsmithing, and manufacturing, including:

• Why assumption is the death of good projects

• How "experience" without feedback becomes a closed loop

• The hidden dangers of DIY gunsmithing done without guidance

• Why modern "drop-in" parts often aren't drop-in at all

• How one bad component can ruin an entire rifle

• And why professional mentorship fast-tracks real progress

This episode also dives into why shooting fundamentals and rifle building must go hand-in-hand, and how Wolf Precision's Prosumer Gunsmithing School is designed to give shooters and builders the tools, knowledge, and confidence to do things the right way—safely, repeatably, and without guesswork.

Whether you're a long-range shooter, aspiring gunsmith, or someone tired of chasing problems you can't diagnose, this episode lays out the simple truth: learning correctly saves more than money—it saves time, effort, and sometimes lives.

Have a question for us?
Email contact@wolfprecision.net or reach out through WolfPrecision.net.

If you enjoyed the podcast, please leave a five-star review and share it—it helps us more than you know.

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• The Wolf Pack Training Center: Learn more here.
• https://www.wolfprecision.net/the-wolf-pack.html

In this episode of the Long Range Shooting and Custom Rifle Building Podcast, Jamie Dodson kicks off another installment of the Because You Asked series—this one titled "One More Question."

If you've ever called a gunsmith with "just one quick question," you already know how it goes… one more question turns into another—and another. In this episode, Jamie tackles two of the most common (and most misunderstood) issues shooters run into, especially when suppressors enter the mix.

• Why a suppressor sometimes won't thread all the way onto the barrel

• Carbon buildup, thread length differences, and how to fix it safely

• Suppressor alignment, bore rods, and how subtle misalignment kills accuracy

• Velocity increases from suppressors and barrel break-in—and how that wrecks your dope

• Why factory rifles often struggle with suppressed accuracy

• Point-of-impact shifts, re-zeroing, and when problems are "normal" vs. a red flag

Jamie also shares a real customer story from a failed hunt, explains how compounding unknowns can spiral fast, and gives you a practical checklist to troubleshoot suppressed rifles with confidence.

The episode wraps with important updates on:

• The Because You Asked video series

• The Prosumer Gunsmithing School and upcoming in-person training

• Moving content to Rumble due to repeated YouTube strikes

• Wolf Precision's return to SHOT Show 2026 and the Great American Outdoor Show

• The future of the ACE system, pre-fit barrels, and prosumer-level rifle building

If you've ever wondered why your rifle suddenly started shooting high, why your suppressor feels "wrong," or what you should be checking before blaming your scope—this episode is for you.

Have a question for the Because You Asked series?
Email contact@wolfprecision.net or reach out through WolfPrecision.net.

If you enjoyed the podcast, please leave a five-star review and share it—it helps us more than you know.

• Rumble Account: Bedding Video
• Wolf Precision Custom Rifles: www.wolfprecision.net
• The Wolf Pack Training Center: Learn more here.
• https://www.wolfprecision.net/the-wolf-pack.html