Chêne Gear, ChêneFest & the Power of the Hunting Community (Ep 793)

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Great gear gets people in the door. Community keeps them coming back.

In this episode of the DUX Series, host Jimbo Robinson and co-host David Schuessler sit down with Dennis Zuck and Carter Oliver of Chêne Gear to discuss the company's growth, its people-first philosophy, and how Chêne has become one of the most recognizable brands in waterfowl hunting.

What started as a mission to build a better wader has grown into something much larger. Dennis and Carter share the story behind Chêne’s rise, the importance of customer service, and why relationships remain at the center of everything they do. The conversation also includes major announcements about new products debuting exclusively at DUX, the continued evolution of ChêneFest, and the growing partnership between Chêne and Ducks Unlimited.

Topics Covered

• How Chêne Gear got started
• The philosophy behind building better hunting gear
• Why customer service remains a company priority
• New products launching for the first time at DUX
• The growth and impact of ChêneFest
• Chêne’s partnership with Ducks Unlimited
• Expanding the brand beyond waterfowl gear
• Building community in the modern hunting industry

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