Demolition Ranch Bids Farewell!

After 18 incredible years, YouTube giant Matt Carriker, best known as the face behind Demolition Ranch, has officially signed off from his second channel Off the Ranch. In a rainy, reflective sendoff, Matt kept it simple—just him, a camera, and a whole lot of gratitude for the millions who followed his journey from small-town vet to one of the most influential gun YouTubers on the planet.

Matt didn’t just build a brand. He built a community. A movement. One that brought firearms, family, and faith in hard work into living rooms and gun ranges across the country. And now, he’s stepping back—not because he has to, but because he’s earned it.

“No big production,” Matt said, “just you and me.” That’s always been the Off the Ranch vibe—raw, relatable, and real. His farewell wasn’t about stats or success. It was about staying true to what got him here: being a regular guy with a camera and a deep love for freedom, family, and firearms.

He gave fans one last piece of advice: “Just start.” Whether it’s your own YouTube channel, a business, or picking up a gun for the first time—just start. Don’t wait for perfect. That’s the same attitude that built Demolition Ranch into the most-watched firearms channel online.

Matt’s biggest fear? That we’d all realize he’s “just a normal guy.” Turns out, that’s exactly why millions subscribed. He never pretended to be Hollywood. He wore T-shirts, boots, and spoke the truth—on and off camera.

While Off the Ranch is done, fans still get one final video on Demolition Ranch (see above). And even if Matt won’t be uploading weekly, the ripple effect of what he built is already in motion. As he put it, “A young man works to make a living. An old man works to make a difference.”

Matt Carriker, you’ve made a difference. Thank you for the laughs, the lead, and the legacy. We’ll see you downrange.

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