Ep 001 - Ollie Hicks (Barebow) "The Malt Loaf Kid" - Merlin Archery Adventure Podcast: With Grizzly Jim

In the very first episode of the Merlin Archery Adventures Podcast, Grizzly Jim sits down with one of the most exciting talents in modern barebow archery, Ollie Hicks, fresh off his incredible Lancaster Archery Classic gold medal victory.In this relaxed, wide-ranging conversation, Ollie joins Jim in the studio to talk about what it really takes to perform on the biggest stage in competitive archery. From his mental preparation for the Lancaster Classic, to deep insights into shooting barebow at a world-class level, Ollie shares the mindset, technique, and passion that helped him reach the top of the podium.The chat wanders through Ollie’s love for 3D archery and field archery, what life is like balancing elite sport with being a student, and even the surprisingly important role of good food, including why malt loaf might just be the secret weapon every archer should have in their quiver.There’s plenty of laughs, a few behind-the-scenes stories from Lancaster, and at one point Ollie even lets Grizzly Jim wear his Lancaster gold medal.If you love archery podcasts, barebow shooting, target archery, 3D shooting, and hearing honest conversations with the people pushing the sport forward, this is the perfect place to start.Grab a coffee, settle in, and join Grizzly Jim as he talks with Ollie Hicks, Barebow Super Star.You can find Ollie here on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/olliehicksarcheryGrizzly Jim: https://www.instagram.com/thatgrizzlyjimAnd Merlin:https://www.instagram.com/merlin_archery