What actually goes into hitting targets at 2 miles… or even 3?
In this episode, Chase Stroud breaks down the world of Extreme Long Range shooting — from load development and neck tension to moisture in powder, ballistic solvers, SDs, and the tiny variables that separate a miss from a first-round impact.
We also dive into:
• The development of the Forster XL Press
• Why shoulder bump matters more at long distance
• How humidity affects velocity and consistency
• Why ELR shooters obsess over SDs
• The difference between light division and heavy division rifles
• Ballistic solvers, Kestrels, and accurate firing solutions
• Why most shooters underestimate the importance of brass prep
If you’re into precision shooting, reloading, ELR, PRS, or ballistic science… this one goes deep.

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What’s the best way to develop an accurate rifle load?

In this episode of the Forster Podcast, Kelly breaks down his repeatable engineering-based approach to precision reloading and load development.

Instead of randomly changing components and hoping for results, he explains why treating reloading like a science experiment leads to more consistent accuracy, better groups, and less frustration.

The conversation covers:
• How to properly test powder charge weights
• Why changing multiple variables ruins load development
• Finding barrel “sweet spots” and harmonic nodes
• Chronographs vs real-world group shooting
• Why good components matter
• Long-range testing strategies
• How top shooters simplify the process

Whether you’re new to reloading or trying to tighten your groups at distance, this episode gives a practical framework you can actually apply.

Most reloaders don’t have an accuracy problem…

They have a complexity problem.

In this episode, we break down a real scenario from a shooter trying to control every single variable — neck tension, seating pressure, reaming, powder compression… everything.

And ironically?

That’s exactly what was hurting his results.

We get into:

• Why chasing perfect data can actually make things worse
• The truth about seating pressure, neck tension, and “donuts”
• What actually matters when your rifle isn’t shooting
• Why top shooters simplify instead of complicate
• How to troubleshoot accuracy without going down a rabbit hole
  
  At the end of the day…
  Better shooting doesn’t come from doing more.
  
  It comes from doing what matters.

In this episode, we break down what actually matters in reloading—and what doesn’t.
From brass consistency…to annealing…to common myths that get passed around the shooting world—this conversation challenges a lot of what people believe.
We get into:

• Why consistency matters more than anything
• The truth about annealing (and when it actually matters)
• Common reloading myths that waste time and hurt performance
• How small variables impact your accuracy
• Why confidence in your system changes everything

There’s no shortage of opinions in reloading…but very few people are testing what actually works.
If you reload—or want better performance—this is a conversation you need to hear.

In this episode, we break down what actually matters in reloading—and what doesn’t. From Palma competition to real-world results, this conversation challenges a lot of what shooters believe about precision ammo.

We get into:

• Why consistency matters more than anything
• The minimalist reloading approach that still wins
• What steps actually improve performance (and what don’t)
• Common reloading myths that waste time
• How to find your own process without overcomplicating it

There’s a point where more effort doesn’t equal better results. If you reload—or are thinking about it—this will change how you approach it.

In this episode, we break down what it actually takes to compete at the highest level in shooting. From Palma to PRS… from world championships to raising a family—this is the reality most people don’t see.

We get into:

• Why you can’t compete at a high level casually
• The lifestyle required to reach the top
• How competition shooting really works behind the scenes
• Why ego holds most shooters back
• How to enjoy shooting without chasing the top

There’s a difference between shooting for fun… and building your life around performance.

If you’ve ever wondered why top shooters are different—this is the answer.

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The hosts discuss reloading die design, manufacturing challenges, and the evolving landscape of modern rifle cartridges with a deep dive into what it takes to build precision tools in today’s firearms industry.

They cover everything from working with new case materials and hybrid designs to the real-world challenges of sizing, neck tension, and die performance. The conversation also explores the shift toward larger die formats, modular components, and how manufacturing processes like Swiss machining are changing the game.

Beyond products, they get into the realities of running a shop—automation, hiring skilled machinists, scaling production, and the constant balance between innovation and efficiency.

Whether you're into reloading, precision shooting, or the business side of the firearms industry, this episode gives a behind-the-scenes look at what goes into making the tools shooters rely on.

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In this episode, a full precision rifle setup is broken down—from the action to the bipod—explaining exactly what’s being used and why.

This is not a step-by-step reloading guide. This is a real-world look at a competition rifle that’s been refined over years of shooting, testing, and adjustments.

Topics covered include:

• Why the Impact action continues to be a consistent choice
• 75° vs 90° bolt throw—and what actually matters in performance
• Optics selection and diminishing returns at higher price points
• Chassis vs stock—and how adjustability affects results
• Rifle balance and weight distribution (often overlooked, but critical)
• Bipod selection and how surface changes impact group size
• Trigger options: tunability vs simplicity
• 6GT vs other calibers in real match conditions
• Barrel length myths—and what actually drives performance

This is not presented as the only way to build a rifle—but as a proven setup, explained piece by piece so better decisions can be made when building or upgrading. If a different setup has worked well, drop it in the comments and explain why.