One Tip to make you a better wind caller!

Published on March 22, 2026
Duration: 4:41

This training segment from Precision Rifle Network focuses on accurately determining wind direction at the shooter's location. It emphasizes using the human sense of feel as an initial indicator, validated by visual cues like flags. For precise measurement, the video details a specific technique using the Kestrel Weather Meter's impeller to find the exact wind direction.

Quick Summary

For precise wind direction, hold your Kestrel Weather Meter vertically and rotate it slowly. The goal is to make the impeller stop spinning. When it stops, the direction the side of the Kestrel is pointing is the exact wind direction at your location.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Course Promotion
  2. 00:34Product Spotlight: Cole-TAC Revolution Bag
  3. 01:04Wind Direction Training Overview
  4. 01:33Initial Wind Call: Sense of Feel
  5. 02:28Science of Feeling Wind
  6. 02:54Validating Wind Direction with Flag
  7. 03:08Kestrel for Precise Wind Direction
  8. 03:57Kestrel Impeller Method for Direction
  9. 04:21Conclusion and Further Training

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I accurately determine wind direction for shooting?

Start by using your sense of feel and visual cues like flags. For precise measurement, hold your Kestrel Weather Meter vertically and rotate it until the impeller stops spinning. The direction the Kestrel is pointing when the impeller stops is the exact wind direction.

What is the best way to use a Kestrel for wind direction?

To get the most accurate wind direction reading with a Kestrel, hold it upright in a vertical position. Slowly rotate the device until the spinning impeller stops. The side of the Kestrel facing the wind at that moment indicates the precise wind direction.

Can the human body sense wind direction effectively?

Yes, the human sense of feel is quite adept. Skin contains mechanoreceptors and thermoreceptors that detect pressure differences, vibrations, and temperature changes caused by wind, allowing us to differentiate wind direction.

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