Mindful Reviews
432 hunters get unbiased, sponsor-free gear reviews and testing
Mindful Reviews is a hunting gear review community for people tired of sifting through sponsored, paid-for opinions to figure out what actually works in the field. Founded by Jay Nichol of The Mindful Hunter, the community tests gear honestly, with no brand paying for placement or a good score.
Members help pick which gear categories get reviewed next, weigh in during the testing process, and get individualized advice on what to buy for their own hunts. Backcountry hunting guidebooks walk through gear choices in more depth, and the community now counts 432 members who use it to skip the marketing noise and buy with more confidence.
Outcomes
- Choose hunting gear with confidence, not guesswork
- Skip marketing hype and buy what performs
- Get a say in which gear gets tested next
- Learn backcountry gear skills from real field use
- Join hunters focused on results, not sponsorships
What's included?
Product Selection & Testing Input
Vote on which hunting gear categories get reviewed next and help shape what the community tests.
Community Forums
Discuss gear, trade tips, and get input from other hunters in the member forums.
Individualized Gear Advice
Get personalized recommendations on what gear is worth buying for your specific hunts.
Backcountry Hunting Guidebooks
A series of guidebooks covering the different elements of backcountry hunting.
Monthly Gear Giveaways
Platinum members are entered into a monthly drawing for premium hunting gear.
Lifetime Membership Access
Platinum members get lifetime access to the community with a single one-time payment.
Who is this for?
- Hunters frustrated by sponsored, biased gear reviews
- Backcountry hunters trying to buy gear on a budget
- New hunters who want straightforward buying guidance
- Experienced hunters who want a voice in what gets tested
About the creator
Jay Nichol
Founder of Mindful Reviews | Host of The Mindful Hunter Podcast
Jay Nichol is a hunter, father, husband, and entrepreneur who has spent a lifetime hunting in the mountains. He built The Mindful Hunter to share what he has learned about backcountry hunting through a podcast, videos, and guidebooks, aiming to enter...