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Wyoming Born, Western Built: The Rise of Maven Optics – Mike Lilygren

Wyoming Born, Western Built: The Rise of Maven Optics – Mike Lilygren

Update: 2025-07-25
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In this episode of the Tricer Podcast, Drew Miles talks with Mike Lilygren, co-founder of Maven Optics, to dive into the story behind one of the most respected names in western hunting optics. Mike shares how he left the corporate world to help build Maven in Lander, Wyoming—where a passion for the outdoors, community, and innovation drives everything they do. From binos, and spotting scopes to rifle scopes, learn how Maven’s direct-to-consumer model delivers premium optics at a price hunters can actually afford. They also discuss the value of relationships in the gear industry and how a deep connection to hunting and climbing informs their design process. A must-listen for anyone serious about backcountry glassing and western big game hunting.

MIKE LILYGREN

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Website - https://mavenoptics.com

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Wyoming Born, Western Built: The Rise of Maven Optics – Mike Lilygren

Wyoming Born, Western Built: The Rise of Maven Optics – Mike Lilygren

Drew Miles