171" Whitetail Buck At 3 Yards, One Of Our Best Bow Hunts Ever

[@JoshSparksMW]

What a hunt guys. Those phone calls never get old and what you guys captured still flat out blows my mind. He showed off and I'm proud of the team for putting this one together. Here's to the next one!

[@reckerman4u1]

I'm taking this season off as I'm waiting on my call for new Lungs. Listed this past August and the call can come at any moment. You're videos are helping me get by as I'm waiting, thanks Midwest Whitetail!

[@MidwestWhitetailVideos]

Well first off, we're going to be thinking of you and sending prayers your way for a speedy turn around for the transplant. We cannot say thank you enough for taking the time to watch Midwest Whitetail and we are really happy to hear that you enjoyed the video. We will be thinking of you sir!

[@reckerman4u1]

I really appreciate the prayers. I've been fortunate to hunt the last couple season successfully with a lot of help! Once i get the call and receive the bilateral lung transplant, life should get easier, God is good!​@MidwestWhitetailVideos

[@TAOMMANN]

Ill be praying you get back in the woods as soon as possible.

[@oldben1800]

my goodness......you are in my thoughts....please get better. I hope the call comes soon. We need you back in the woods

[@JR-rn5sh]

what happened?

[@zachniverson8816]

Mike Reed. The one and only. The dude just flat gets it done! Such a cool personality too. Awesome hunt I had a decent 8 put on a show for my just the same way Sunday morning and i hit a branch trying to thread the needle just like you also. It was such a treat to see that one of those once in a lifetime hunts so it didnt even bug me that I hit that limb. He'll be bigger next year hopefully if he makes it through gun season.

[@PAKraig]

Very cool footage fellas. It's so nerve racking being THAT close to a big old deer. He came back to investigate your grunts from 20 minutes ago that he acted like he never even heard. Smart critter and a beautiful hunt.

[@bch5513]

Doe that came through didn't hurt either

[@scottywisley8894]

You already knew, when Mike flipped the hat around.. it was over!!

[@PatriotPopps77]

What an amazing Buck and an awesome hunt altogether.. Midwest Whitetails is my favorite KZbin channel for sure..I can't help but get that adrenaline rush just watching..best drug on Earth!

[@shawnfollmer4491]

Mike, unreal hunt. Congratulations and EPIC film job. Keep that cameraman, bud. Epic all around, guys. Unreal!

[@MidwestWhitetailVideos]

Shawn, we're really happy to hear that you enjoyed the episode and we're definitely biased... but we agree that Gavin and Mike turned around a pretty epic evening. Thank you from all of us for watching the video and we hope you've got one heck of a season ahead.

[@ricksears3330]

Absolutely incredible footage

[@ricklovall6430]

This one and the fence row buck in the same season?!?! The MW team is on a roll! Keep up the great work, fellas!

[@Woodland-Gangsta]

Awesome buck Mike, Moss for sure gets a pass this year 😂... Gavin you really out did yourself with the footage keeping it lit and crisp in the darker areas. Great job guys

[@shanetrudell4061]

How awesome is it to be in a blind watching deer in a snow storm life is great!

[@hvlineman5227]

Those extreme angles can be tough, nice shot Mike! Great job behind the camera Gavin! I noticed that buck knew how to grab the turnip plant with his mouth, pluck it out of the ground, and eat the turnip bulb. Really cool footage.

[@jasonbaker9096]

When the footage gets my heart rate up while watching you know its' good...really really good! Congrats fellas on one heckuva hunt!!! You guys connect those of us who dream of the Midwest to the actual Midwest through your hunts and stories!!! Salute!

[@mikereed3878]

Appreciate that very much Jason. Glad it got you going. Got to love that feeling. Thank you for watching and good luck to you!

[@tacticalsnoopy]

Epic hunt, great job Mike. Love seeing you at full drawl let up, yurn your backwards, then put a great shot on the deer. Congrats!

[@robertpeters6923]

Another one bites the dust. Incredible action hunt and a great shot. I’m still amazed at how big those bucks get out there. Congratulations sir on another great whitetail.

[@GoodTimeCatchers]

Omg! That was one of the coolest encounters under the tree. The audio of him eating and that shake! Wow! And getting that itch on his back. Jezz. There nothing more you could ever ask for. - (mike smith)

[@justinkamps7326]

Congrats Mike and Gavin on a beautiful buck and stellar footage! Appreciate your story telling

[@georgehelzer7569]

Super intense hunt! To have that size deer that close and have no idea you are there. Awesome!

[@abbey7765]

What an awesome encounter and story!! Congrats Mike! Bet you and Gavin won’t forget that one!

[@charlieraber9487]

Another masterpiece done by Mike. He just kills legends 🦌

[@buckstormsd]

Nice work Mike! Awesome video! The footage is amazing, magical October night. It’s hard to even breathe when they are that close! 😂 congratulations!

[@blakevail9091]

Rye needs to produce more. Best video yet

[@josephstephens3852]

Awesome buck Mike, congratulations.

[@MidwestWhitetailVideos]

Joseph, we really appreciate the time you took to watch the episode! Hopefully you find some time to check out tonight's episode to check out Devin's giant and Gavin's buck with Mike behind the lens. Good luck hunting!

[@JimBowSlice]

Congratulations on the buck Mike What a hunt!!! It kind of reminded of the story of JJ and Marino. It's go time!!!!

[@MidwestWhitetailVideos]

It is go time indeed Jim! Keep us posted on how November shapes up for you and thank you for taking the time to watch.

[@JimBowSlice]

​@@MidwestWhitetailVideoswill do! So far it's been an amazing season. Got big bucks on the brain!

[@josiahgifford7353]

That was the most insane thing I have ever witnessed in the hunting world!!!!!!

[@troyboulware3518]

that was fun! Great hunt, great camera work. I would have come unglued having him under me for that long. Well done!

[@bobbryant4292]

Wow, insane footage, congrats on another giant Mike, always excited when MW drops a new video. You guys do an incredible job. Thanks for sharing

[@mikereed3878]

Thank you Bob! Appreciate the kind words. Good luck to you!

[@bobbryant4292]

@mikereed3878 thank you sir. Cold from coming on the 1st, could be time😁

[@buydirtlife]

Congrats on the hunt man! Keep up the good work!

[@ralphempson2719]

Awesome footage Gavin!

[@MidwestWhitetailVideos]

Gavin laid down some of the best footage we’ve ever been able to capture. It just doesn’t happen like that very often and to sat Gavin nailed it is an understatement!

[@GaToRBoY268]

Absolutely insane footage !!! Tight work guys🔥👊🏻!!

[@GoodOldDaysHunting]

another amazing hunt! Congrats Mike on all of your success!

[@kylekrebs7621]

These episodes never disappoint! Good work fellas

[@jimmytillman206]

What can we do to get mike off these damn rages!? 😂

[@MidwestWhitetailVideos]

Jimmy, we're not going to argue with the performance over the course of Mike Reed's archery career! Not to mention his week span of shooting 5 does, 1 booner, 1 coyote, and a turkey all with the Rage Hypodermic NC! Regardless of the broadhead debate... we really do appreciate you taking the time to watch the episode and hope you enjoyed it. Best of luck when you hit the woods next and please let us know how your season progresses! Good luck.

[@shasonpetersen4160]

Can't argue with his success, why change what works?! I love the slick tricks myself

[@GoodTimeCatchers]

Awesome! Living the dream pal! I’m working on my piece of the dream (mike smith). What a wild ride! Now time to watch this video 😂

[@MidwestWhitetailVideos]

Dream big sir! We hope it comes to life for ya. Enjoy the journey and embrace the battles along the way. We appreciate you taking the time to watch and be sure to let us know what you think!

[@wild_outdoor_obsession]

Epic Footage!! Awesome hunt Congratulations!

[@loisbuttray2937]

Incredible hunt and great footage.

[@MidwestWhitetailVideos]

Loisbuttray2937, we really appreciate you taking the time to watch the show and are happy to hear you enjoyed it. Have a great day!

[@braydonmichels6104]

Incredible footage! And Mike! You’re a stone cold killer man 👊🏼🔥

[@westenpenrod970]

Congrats Mike on another stud!!

[@jimmyy.236]

Congrats on a stud buck Mike!!

[@auburnsquirrels]

Congrats on “Look Alike!” Heck of a 4yo!

[@MidwestWhitetailVideos]

All of us can’t wait to see what he turns into. We appreciate the support and best luck the rest of the season!

[@bobbryant4292]

@MidwestWhitetailVideos you think it's likely he's on off spring or sibling? Sure appears like it.

[@buckydoedowner9040]

Another slammer Mike! Wtg buddy. What a year you are having.

[@mikereed3878]

Appreciate you buddy! This stuff never gets old. That was definitely one of my most memorable hunts. Hope you’re having a great season! Thank you!

[@robertmashburn3900]

WHAT A MEGA BUCK. CONGRATS..!!!

[@mitchellgenz1373]

Great hunt Mike, awesome buck.

[@MidwestWhitetailVideos]

Mitchell, you know we always appreciate the kind words. We've got more episodes in the works and are excited to bring them your way! Good luck hunting.

[@colby0082]

I say that’s your 4 year old;) I lncredibly done Gavin outstanding footage. Congrats mike most guys would have made something happen on that first draw an probably messed up!

[@coreylambert5313]

Had my biggest buck ever come in Saturday morning. Full draw, withing 20y, no shot. He ended up winding me and running off. I had to pout for 2hrs before I got down. 😢

[@MidwestWhitetailVideos]

Keep your head in it Corey, the best days are still to come. Hopefully he gives you another shot. Good luck and thank you for taking the time to watch this weeks show!

[@danielpifer9222]

Corey - totally get it! Had the same thing happen 2 nights ago

[@coreylambert5313]

Hopefully, it's all part of the story!

[@mattyice1969]

Had that happen to me last year. Almost gave up hunting after that. Only had him on camera once this year. I fear that was my one and only shot at him.

[@blakepetersen2509]

Missed mine at 30 this year. Could always be worse…

[@cowman540]

great hunt mike an filmed by Gavin .congrats a really nice buck an a meat doe ..great job guys

[@mikereed3878]

Appreciate you brother! Hope you are having some good hunts yourself! Thank you and good luck!

[@oldben1800]

10:45 ya....you are clinically insane for that move lol

[@Aaron-sl9lu]

You gotta mill up that massive tree leaning at the end of the food plot

[@dmw1306]

That was insane video I sure wish I could have got my one and only real Truly great trophy on video.. CONGRATULATIONS

[@justinbruno4219]

What was planted for that late season mix during the winter hunt?

[@mikereed3878]

Soybeans! Hard to get much else to grow on the wetland. A lot of deer end up on the farm late season after getting pushed around during the shotgun season. They find the food and stay the winter. Thanks for watching!

[@PurlerWrestling]

The Killer strikes again

[@TheNewBowunter]

Incredible!

[@MidwestWhitetailVideos]

TheNewBowunter, we really appreciate you taking the time to watch the episode! We're biased as we're super happy any time one of the team puts a buck down... but this one is pretty special to get to relive. Watching a buck do that is flat out rare and the Mike's hunt captured it perfectly. Again, want to stress our appreciation for you taking the time to watch sir!

[@TheNewBowunter]

@@MidwestWhitetailVideos You are quite welcome! Thanks for all you do!

[@ralphempson2719]

First Mike!!!! Congrats man!!!

[@MidwestWhitetailVideos]

Way to go Ralph! We appreciate you always taking the time to comment and watch every video. Let us know what you think of the episode when you get finished!

[@robjockisch7445]

His crab claws look like the look alike ten

[@mikereed3878]

That was my gut reaction when I first got the trail cam pic of him. It’s hard for us to show all the comparisons but after my neighbor and I got our photos together and reviewed video etc, looking at brows, and other characteristics , this was the older buck. Also you can see how big his body was and his bases etc. I have the sheds off the young one as well which showcase some of the differences in configuration. Oddly enough, two days after I shot vinny, the look alike buck showed up on camera. He’s a beautiful 4 yo. Very easy to tell it’s him. Future target!

[@touyang718]

What vegetation you use for food plot in this video? The deer just eat mouthful after mouthful.

[@tommytaylor8295]

Was that the closest shot you have had on a mature buck like that?

[@MidwestWhitetailVideos]

Tommy, without talking to Mike the only one that comes to mind that may have been closer was the Gronk buck back in 2017 but it's tough to say! Thank you a ton for taking the time to watch and for subscribing all of these years. We sure hope you enjoyed the show and good luck as the best days are upon us!

[@mikereed3878]

Tommy, The buck we called Dak was at about 7 yards in the pinch when I shot him in 2021. Also, the turkey foot buck on the home farm out of the cherry tree was at about 7 yards in 2020. While this buck came to the base of the tree, the shot was 7-10 yards from the base thankfully. All three of these bucks were about the same, under the tree! Ha. Gronk was about 10-12 yards away in 2017. Thank you and good luck!

[@jeremykuehn5683]

Congratulations!! Awesome buck! I’m curious to what broadheads do you use? Thanks

[@Brett_S]

38:02 rage no collar

[@jeremykuehn5683]

Thanks I missed that part

[@aaronward3882]

That was an great shot that many would mess up. What pin did you use for 3 yards?

[@mikereed3878]

Top pin! I’ve have an adjustable site but had it set at 20 yards. Have to aim just below the brisket/body line for correct point of impact. I’m 30ft up in this set so practice these circumstances. You’re right! It’s an easy one to shoot over the back. I’ve done it before!

[@ColbyKittle]

Should use heavier arrows or smaller cutting broadheads , or both

[@vernon19901]

🙌🙌

[@bustinbass78]

To bad that brow missing and one g2 short

[@Tylerdeerfishfood]

If it was 7o0degrees, then how is that deer still good the next day when he's holding it taking pictures? I guess they put it in a big fridge over night?

[@Keybone]

@Tylerdeerfishfood I am pretty sure that they have a walk in FREEZER THESE GENTLEMEN are some of the most PROFESSIONAL AND BEST HUNTERS ON THE PLANET!!!! "NOT THERE FIRST RODEO"

[@mikereed3878]

Exactly! I’ve got a walk in cooler that we use to make sure the meat stays good!

[@Tylerdeerfishfood]

@@Keybone why would they drag that sucker all the way back out there for pics the next day? Got plenty that evening 😅

[@Huntnfish74916]

Bill and Jared had the best hunts on MWW. These guys will never live up to those two legends!

[@jacoblauney9748]

Sounds like you still watching…😊

[@Woodland-Gangsta]

Indeed 😂​@@jacoblauney9748

[@Huntnfish74916]

@ I check back occasionally to see what it’s like and get disappointed all over again.

[@CaseO_Outdoors]

@@Huntnfish74916can you do better?

[@Huntnfish74916]

@@CaseO_Outdoors that’s a stupid comment. It’s like a child saying “ I know you are but what am I ”.

[@joshsinglefooter]

Moss gotta be 6 y/o

[@MidwestWhitetailVideos]

Anything is possible but there’s a lot of trail cam history and encounters that support Mike’s reasoning to call him a 5 year old. We appreciate you taking the time to watch and hope that you’re enjoying the episode!