223 on Red Deer: Hunting with the Elude Howa Mini and ELD-M ammo in the Scenic NZ Alps скачать в хорошем качестве

223 on Red Deer: Hunting with the Elude Howa Mini and ELD-M ammo in the Scenic NZ Alps

Is a .223 Remington really enough to hunt red deer? In this video, I head into the New Zealand backcountry to find out. 🦌 Come along as I ride in on the mountain bike, hike into some incredible country, and put this small caliber to the test on a young but good-sized red deer—perfect for the freezer. The pack-out was no joke either—deep river crossings with a heavy load demanded patience and careful foot placement. It’s all part of the challenge, and part of what makes these solo missions so miserable, I mean memorable 😆 Along the way, I share a few thoughts on why I chose to take my time and wait for the right shot, because with the .223, shot placement is everything. To keep my energy up, I’m fueled by dehydrated venison from a previous hunt—a little circle of energy that makes these trips feel even more rewarding. I normally hunt with a .308, but this time I brought the new Elude Chassis for the Howa Mini. It’s unbelievably compact and light, which means less strain on the body and the ability to push further into the hills. Despite its size, it’s been printing consistent .3 MOA groups, and I reckon that kind of accuracy matters more than anything else. The rifle system is set on top of the versatile NZ made MTN bipod for a rock-steady platform. It's capped off with a DPT suppressor to reduce an already mild kick. If you’re interested in ethical hunting, mountain adventures, and seeing how the .223 performs on red deer, I reckon you’ll enjoy this one. 👉 Topics Covered: Hunting red deer with a .223 🦌 Backcountry hunting in New Zealand ⛰️ Mountain biking 🚵 Cooking wild game 🧑‍🍳 River crossings and solo pack-outs 🏞️ If you enjoyed the video, please subscribe and leave a comment—I’d love to hear your thoughts! #223Hunting #RedDeer #NewZealandHunting #MountainHunting #BackcountryHunting #SoloHunt #EthicalHunting #BackpackHunting