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Long range foxing with Mark Ripley

Posted on July 1, 2020 by towens — No Comments ↓

Mark Ripley explains the art of long range foxing and recalls his ten longest foxing kills to date. The subject of shooting any living creature is always one that will attract controversy but add to that the aspect of doing…

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Guide to foxing in midsummer

Posted on June 27, 2020 by towens — No Comments ↓

With fox cubs making their first appearances of the year, Mike Powell shares his advice for vermin control during the summer months. Despite the problems we are all encountering this year, for gamekeepers in particular the summer workload continues. Much…

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The future of foxing as lockdown is eased

Posted on June 22, 2020 by towens — No Comments ↓

Robert Bucknell returns following a bout of coronavirus – he investigates the future of foxing as lockdown is eased. The Covid-19 lockdown has affected fox control in different ways – it all depends on your situation. If you see fox…

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The Shooting Show – Mark Ripley AKA 260RIPS Top 10 Long Range shots

Posted on May 19, 2020 by towens — No Comments ↓

Don’t miss the latest episode of The Shooting Show, now available to view by clicking on the video above! On this week’s episode of The Shooting Show, we spend some time in the studio with Mark Ripley AKA 260RIPS as…

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Top 10 best scopes for foxing 2020

Posted on May 15, 2020 by towens — No Comments ↓

Mark Ripley presents his top 10 picks for the best scopes for foxing this year. 10 – Hawke Frontier SF 5-20×50 IR Hawke Frontier SF 5-20×50 IR Hawke scopes have always been in my mind a very under rated brand…

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Can self-isolation affect your FAC? Find out in Ask the Experts

Posted on May 6, 2020 by towens — No Comments ↓

Our experts solve more of your burning questions, including how self-isolation can impact your FAC. Legal: Stuart Farr Lawyer specialising in shooting sports Foxing: Mike Powell Professional gamekeeper and foxing expertOptics: Chris Parkin Target sports journalist and optics reviewerOur experts…

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Fox control in springtime with Mark Ripley

Posted on April 30, 2020 by towens — No Comments ↓

With the days getting longer, Mark Ripley explains that his springtime fox control has already started in earnest. Credit: LockieCurrie / Getty Images Spring is by far my busiest time of the year for fox control, as the majority of…

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Remington 700 SPS Varmint review

Posted on April 20, 2020 by towens — No Comments ↓

Foxing expert Mike Powell reviews Remington 700 SPS Varmint sporting a Form Carro Stock. Mike Powell puts the Remington 700 SPS Varmint to the test My personal involvement with this rifle has been very limited so I was really looking…

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Kit you’ll need for foxing

Posted on March 12, 2020 by towens — No Comments ↓

If you’re on a foxing mission and you’re wondering what kit you will need, we have even more options here for you! Starlight Archer We’ve actually pictured not one but two Starlight NV units here: the Archer monocular mounted on…

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All the kit you need for foxing

Posted on March 11, 2020 by towens — No Comments ↓

If you’re going foxing, perhaps for the first time, and you’re wondering what kit you might need, well we have the ultimate guide for you. Don’t miss part two of our guide coming soon! ATN X Sight 4K PRO The…