I echo everyone's comments on the best worst parts of Tred. i only fault him in two ways and admire him in another even more.
I think he exagerrates the limitations of traditional equipment and in today's society of sound bites I fear it could cause uninformed people to think traditional equipment is unethical and cruel.
Secondly, I think he should work harder to be a better hunter. I think he might even relish the idea and intentionally blow stalks to perpetuate the 'hard way' appearance.
HOWEVER, I have tremendous respect for his comeback and for his wife Anni. My wife suffered a sever stroke 3 years ago when she was 33 and is paralyzed on the left side, can not walk, can never drive again (vision) or ever work again. I have seen how the most basic of things became nearly impossible. But I also saw what it did to her spirit, and understandably so. I really respect his courage and determination. It takes a herculean feat to just not give up much less decide to ride and hunt again. That is the real reason he is "the man" in my book.
I am eager to see his shows again.