Inside Archery March 2022

By Josh Honeycutt 2022’s hottest
compound hunting
bows have a lot
of performance
and innovation
to offer!

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Perhaps more than any other single archery prod-
uct category, new-year model bows generate a
lot of excitement at the retail level. Even archers
with no solid plans to immediately upgrade their bow-
hunting outfit will arrive in your shop to witness the
newest hunting models, if only to see what technolo-
gies they have to look forward to when accumulated
funds allow. As often as not, new bow technologies or
newfound performance create enough excitement to
inspire impulse buys with these new-bow holdouts.
Still others wouldn’t think of entering a new season
without the latest technological edge, new bow releas-
es bringing instant New Year’s sales.

New bow model releases arrive each year sure as
taxes. These slick new stick slingers are loaded with

the latest in technologies, continu-
ally building on the bow technologies
from the previous years. This year
is no different, and a great lineup of
2022 flagship bows is now available
to the public. Check out some of the
best options below.

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Mathews LowPro Quivers sitting 56 percent clos- experience. The V3X 29 includes an MSRP
er to the riser. All of these harmonious of $1,199, and the V3X 33 is $1,299. Learn
True to Mathews’ tradition, the compa- accessories were developed to elevate more by visiting mathewsinc.com.
ny has released a two-bow, single series performance and the overall shooting
flagship model for the New Year. The V3X experience. Bridge-Lock Sight Technol- Elite Archery
29 (6-inch brace, 29-inches axle-to-axle, ogy allows compatible sights to dove-
4.47 pounds, 25.5 to 30-inch draw lengths) tail through the riser center without a Those who’ve shot Elite bows know
and V3X 33 (6.5-inch brace, 33-inch axle- mounting bracket, providing weight just how smooth they can be. The new
to-axle, 4,67 pounds, 27 to 31.5-inch draw reduction, improved balance, stream- EnVision provides speeds up to 334 fps,
lengths) include long riser to axle-to-axle lined mounting and reduced vibration. measures 31 inches axle to axle and has
ratios for exceptional stability and inher- Lightweight LowPro Quivers—in fixed a 6.875-inch brace height. The bow has a
ent accuracy. The V3X series clocks in at six-arrow or detachable five-arrow— draw-length range of 23.5 to 30.5 inches
340 fps, and it’s backed by a smooth draw improve bow balance and ensure quiet and peak draw weight range of 40 to 75
cycle via the proven Crosscentric cam shooting. Finally, the Stay Afield System pounds. The EnVision is made for micro
system with Switchweight technology, (SAS) pairs newly modified cams with a adjustments, including S.E.T. Technol-
which also provides a quiet nature and compact servicing cable to allow safely ogy limb pockets to tune out arrow-flight
built-in accuracy. removing or repairing strings/cables imperfections and cam modules that al-
without a bow press. low for precise quarter-inch draw length
These Mathews models are punctu- adjustments. Other areas of the bow are
ated by a new lineup of model-specific The V3X series and specifically designed also adjustable, including the let-off. The
accessories, including new Bridge-Lock accessories were engineered to work to- EnVision is excellently balanced, highly
Sight Technology, patent-pending Stay gether to provide an enhanced shooting
Afield System (S.A.S) and highly refined Continued on Page 56

Mathews Elite Bear
V3X 29 EnVision Refine EKO

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forgiving, quiet and ultra-easy to tune— smooth and quiet shooting hunting bow wide split limbs terminating in past
Elite’s most shootable bow to date. Its with a price that is difficult to beat. At parallel geometry. New low-profile X-
MSRP is $1,199.99. Learn more by visiting $999.99, this bow boasts a high value-to- Out limb dampeners by Mountain View
elitearchery.com. performance ratio. Learn more by visiting Products were added for stealth and a
beararchery.com. more pleasant shooting experience. The
Bear Archery Vista 31 measures 31 inches between the
Athens Archery axles, weighs 4.2 pounds and includes a
Those who shoot Bear Archery wares 6.5-inch brace height to push arrows to
know these bows are durable and de- Athens’ 2022 flagship bow is the Vista 31, IBO speeds of 340 fps. Draw length ad-
pendable, but the new Refine EKO is which includes updates included in the justments can be performed from 24.5
also impressively fast, generating arrow entire Vista Series. The Athens Archery to 30.5 inches through No. 1 and No. 2
speeds of 342 fps. This model measures 33 Peak 38 was also redesigned for 2022. The modules, without a bow press, and
inches axle to axle and has a 6.375-inch Vista 31 resulted from customer input, in half-inch increments. Order from
brace height. Draw length ranges from building on the popularity of the RT-X peak draw weights of 40, 50, 60, 65, 70
26.5 to 30.5 inches through a rotating Cam System with adjustable 80 to 90 and 80 pounds. Learn more by visiting
module, and draw weight options of 45- percent let-off, in combination with Vis- athensarchery.com.
60 or 55-70 pounds are offered. The bow ta Series riser stability. The 2022 Vista 31
weighs 4.4 pounds. The proven EKO Cam is touted as the company’s most stable, Xpedtition Archery
offers four let-off settings in one bow— repeatable and adjustable hunting bow
75, 80, 85, or 90 percent. Bear also went yet. It features Athens’ new TCS (Tunable You came to Xpedition for raw speed,
to great lengths to reduce vibration, and Cable System) roller guard, Limb-Lok and the new Smoke delivers on that
this model reflects that. Overall, it is a pocket system and ultra-stable 1-inch- promise. The Smoke is the fastest bow
Xpedition has produced yet, perhaps the
fastest hunting bow yet devised, rock-
eting arrows out of the gate at a me-
teoric 370 fps. The Smoke has 32-inch
axle-to-axle specs and a 5.375-inch brace
height. It is offered in 60- or 70-pound
peak draw weights, 28- to 30-inch draw
lengths and it weighs 4.4 pounds out of
the box. This bow is adjustable, too. Let
off ranges from 75 to 80 percent. And
you can thank its hybrid cam and inno-
vative design for the top-end speed. All
said, those who are interested should
know these bows are a limited edition
and will only be available while inven-
tory lasts. MSRP is listed at $1,099. Learn
more by visiting xpeditionarchery.com.

Athens Xpedition Martin Archery
Vista 31 Smoke
The big news at Martin for 2022 is the
Jeff Hopkins Signature Series LEGEND 730
target bow. The LEGEND 730 is the result
of endless hours of R&D, perfecting bal-
ance, structural integrity and shooting
geometry. The LEGEND 730 riser is wide
and heavily skeletonized, the large shoot-
through bridge encompassing the entire
sight window and a second bridge found
on the lower portion of the riser. These
features reduce riser flex to zero. Mar-
tin’s proven R.R.A.D. Weight Distribution
technology modules also contribute to
balance and Tri-Loc Limb Pockets secure

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split limbs solidly. The highly-tunable, PSE Archery ery draw length.  The 32.25-inch bow in-
60-85 percent let-off NXT Cam system is cludes a 6-inch brace height and weighs
equipped with a Helix Groove to eliminate PSE’s new Carbon Levitate offers more just 3.6 pounds out of the box. Let-off is
cam lean and promote a super-smooth power, vibration control, stability and adjustable from 80 to 90 percent, while
draw cycle and solid rear wall created by mounting options, while also reducing the rotating cam allows setting the bow
a string stop, limb stop or a combination torque. Its new glare-free finish makes up for draw lengths between 27.5 and 31.5
of both. The NXT Cam’s new Mass Distri- it bowhunting friendly. The Carbon inches. Order in peak draw weights of 60,
bution System allows shooters to place Levitate is powered by the all-new E2 Cam 70 and 80 pounds. MSRP is $1,899. Learn
required weight in various positions to System set on a proven Evolve platform more by visiting psearchery.com.
help tune for specific arrow dynamics. but has been enhanced to boost stability,
Martin Archery’s PWT (Precise Weight efficiency and accuracy. Cam width was APA Archery
Technology) also allows tweaking draw increased to create a more stable base that
weight in 5-pound increments, without reduces cam lean and improves track- The new Black Mamba 31 (BM31) is APA’s
turning limb bolts. Premium X-Fire Bow- ing. The limbs and limb pockets were 2022 flagship bow, including a compact,
strings and the buyer’s choice of cable also widened to increase stability, con- lightweight and high-performance design
guard rod with standard slide or a ten- sistency and accuracy. The E2 Cam rides sure to become a brand favorite. The BM31
sioned roller guard system are also part. on a larger .625-inch, high performance is loaded with APA’s exclusive features—
The 5.6 pound LEGEND 730 measures 37.5 bearing system for improved efficiency, like the practical Tool Center (including
inches between the axles and includes a 6 arrow speeds and durability. The Carbon broadhead wrench and nock indexer, car-
7/8-inch brace height. Learn more by visit- Levitate sends arrows at 348 fps IBO, and bide knife sharpener and cam-lock pin),
ing martinarchery.com. the E2 Cam is engineered to maximize the ability to change strings and cables in
arrow speed and let-off dynamics at ev-
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Martin PSE Carbon APA Black
LEGEND 730 Levitate Mamba 31

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the field, integrated wrist-sling slot/lock in 2021, providing an affordable but se- stabilizer, installed peep and string loop.
screw and the Reverse Carry Handle, just rious hunting package for beginning They include a five-year warranty. Learn
as quick examples. This new scorcher pro- bowhunters, or simply those strapped more by visiting 30-06outdoors.com.
vides IBO arrow speeds of up to 350 fps via for cash. The $349 MSRP Dirt Road Camo
a forgiving 6 ¾-inch brace height and 80 and Black packages remain, with a new Obsession Bows
percent let-off dual-cam system—a great Army Green option added for 2022. These
combination of speed and shootability. The 30-inch, 3.8-pound bows include milled- The Nitro X 3T from Obsession is the
cam system allows draw lengths from 25 aluminum risers and cams. The hybrid fastest of the three-bow Nitro X series,
to 31 inches. The BM31 measures 31 ¼ inch- cam system also holds sealed bearings, featuring a 5 ¾-inch brace height. The
es between the axles, which are held on and a silencing string stop was added. Nitro X riser is heavily webbed and re-
super-slim parallel limbs. The bow weighs These right-hand-only bows produce IBO flexed for stability and speed. The wide,
just 3.8 pounds. Available options include speeds of 310 fps and are adjustable for webbed riser ends provide a wide base
draw weights of 40, 50, 60 and 70 pounds draw lengths from 18 to 31 inches (no bow for the limb pockets and moves limb
(80 pounds on special order) and a multi- press required) and draw weights of 20 to pivot points rearward for increased sta-
tude of camouflage and solid finishes. The 70 pounds within a single bow, making bility and shooting forgiveness. The riser
Black Mamba 31 includes an MSRP of $1,199. them ideal for growing archers. Strings includes two standard bow rest taps, but
Learn more by visiting apaarchery.com. and cables are made from rugged BCY also C.O.R. Mount taps to accommodate
material, and the split limbs are made Hamskea’s new 2022 Epsilon Rest—a
.30-06 Outdoors from tough Gordon Glass. The package limb-driven, drop-away design. Standard
includes a five-pin sight, full-contain- side taps and a new Picatinny rail are
The Warrior River Courage Bow Pack- ment arrow rest, wrist sling, rubberized provided for sight mounting. The Nitro X
age from .30-06 Outdoors was a big hit 3T is fueled by a 90 percent let-off cam
Obsession system, draw length controlled by specif-
.30-06 Nitro X 3T ic modules and including a rubber-cov-
Warrior River ered limb stop. The three-track cams are
harnessed into past parallel split limbs
Courage and relinquish an ultra-smooth draw
cycle. The cable guard system is fully
adjustable and includes an aluminum
slide rod holding the buyer’s choice of
bearing equipped triple roller system or
solid cable slide. The bow is strung with
quality America’s Best Custom Strings.
Limbs hold a soft rubber silencing block
backed by a six-peddled rubber “flower”
holding stainless steel bearing weights,
and an adjustable string stop is set on
an aluminum rod. Nitro X 3T specs in-
clude an axle-to-axle span of 31 3/8 inches
and 4.8-pound mass. MSRP is $987. Learn
more by visiting obsessionbows.com.

Hoyt

The new Carbon RX-7 by Hoyt offers all
the latest bells and whistles. It is built
around the proven Carbon RX riser and
includes some great technologies that
breathe new life into the design. The
HBX Pro Cam is whisper quiet while still
generating excellent speed and kinetic
energy. It also includes two Shock Pod lo-
cations to help reduce vibration and shot
noise, an in-line Picatinny sight rail, in-
tegrated rest mount and optimized quiver
mounting. It even has a new grip angle,

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which decreases negative input from the model also measures 35 inches axle to axle, pounds. Despite all that top-end speed,
shooting hand. This bow measures 30 making it a bow designed for larger shoot- this bow still draws incredibly smooth
inches between the axles, has a 6.25-inch ers and maximum shooting stability. Pair and exhibits minimal post-shot vibra-
brace height, propels arrows to 343 fps that with the bow’s extreme adjustability tion. It is listed for $1,299 MSRP. Learn
and weighs 3.9 pounds. It is also offered and it is a unique combination that few more by visiting bowtecharchery.com.
as the Carbon RX-7 Ultra, measuring 34 other bow models offer. This series is also
inches axle-to-axle, with a 7-inch brace offered as the Inline 1 and Inline 3, which Darton Archery
height, 4.3-pound mass and generating have 31- and 33-inch axle-to-axle specs,
334 fps IBO speeds. MSRP is $1,849. Learn respectively, with different brace heights The new Darton Spectra E32 is a top-to-
more by visiting hoyt.com. and IBO ratings. MSRP is $1,249. Learn more bottom redesign. This bow sports an all-
by visiting g5prime.com. new riser crafted from pre-stretched and
Prime pre-stressed 7075-6511 aluminum, which
Bowtech Archery means there is little to no riser flex. The
Prime compound bow fans are guaranteed only thing that is the same as the previous
to fall in love with the new Inline 5. It pro- The new SR350 by Bowtech offers the model is the 452X string material. Its new
vides a 342-fps IBO rating, which is plenty company’s latest developments com- cable system is extremely balanced, and it
of speed for the most demanding of bow- bined with blistering 350 fps IBO speeds. It has an adjustable draw module. It even fea-
hunting assignments. The Inline 5 has a has a draw length range of 25 to 30 inches tures a positive limb stop, cable stops and a
6-inch brace height and weighs 4.5 pounds. and is offered in peak draw weights of 50, split yoke system that anchors on the out-
This model has a 26- to 30.5-inch draw 60 and 70 pounds. It has an axle-to-axle side of the axles to reduce the load on the
length span and highly adjustable 30- to measurement of 33 inches and a brace- cam bearings and better stabilize the bow.
80-pound peak draw weight options. This height of 6 inches. The bow weighs 4.4
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Hoyt Prime Bowtech
Carbon RX-7 Inline 5 SR350

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It is an extremely smooth and quiet de- in minutes. This bow is the king of ad- 65-80 percent cam and lever system and
sign. Drilling down on the specs, this bow justability, including a 50-pound draw a new machined-aluminum riser design
measures 32 inches axle to axle and has weight span and 12.5 inches of draw that improves balance and shootability.
a 6 7/16-inch brace height. It allows a 25.5 length adjustability. This bow measures The draw cycle is one of the smoothest
to 31-inch draw length span, and 40-, 50-, 31 inches between the axles, has a 6.75- in the industry, providing the feel of a re-
60- or 70-pound peak draw weights. It pro- inch brace height, shoots 300 fps and curve, but with welcomed let-off and the
vides 85 percent let-off, weighs 4.9 pounds weighs 3.7 pounds. Draw weight can power and energy of a modern compound.
out of the box and shoots 330 to 335 fps. be set for 20 to 70 pounds, draw length The new riser design gives archers a lon-
MSRP is $1,049.99. Learn more by visiting from 19 to 31.5 inches. It includes a retail ger sight window for instant target ac-
dartonarchery.com. price of $469, making it compatible with quisition, plus an ergonomic handle that
most budgets. Learn more by visiting improves pointability. The refined design
Diamond Archery diamondarchery.com. is more versatile (accommodating draw
lengths from 24.5 to 31 inches) and easier
The new EDGE XT by Diamond Archery Oneida Eagle to maintain, including a wide range of
is a well-built design offering a very ver- let-off adjustments via an interchange-
satile bow featuring strategically engi- Onieda’s Phoenix includes new technolo- able module design. Also new, the refined
neered caged riser design to increase ac- gies and improved versatility. It has been vibration suppression system and user-
curacy and balance. Its quad-limb design engineered to be quieter, while also deliv- friendly draw stops improve field function
further increases stability at full draw ering exceptional overall performance. It and accuracy potential. The 4.4-pound bow
for improved accuracy. Plus, no separate is a bow popular with both bowfishermen produces IBO arrow speeds of 305 fps. Visit
modules or cams are needed, with DIY and bowhunters. It is equipped with high- oniedaeaglebows.com to learn more. IA
draw length adjustments accomplished performance outboard limbs, a precision

Darton Diamond Oneida Eagle
Spectra E32 EDGE Xt Phoenix

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Victory Archery 4KJT BIGshot
Archery LLC
website: www.victoryarchery.com website:
phone: (866) 934-6565 www.4kjtoutdoors.com website: bigshottargets.com
email: [email protected] phone: phone: (610) 873-0147
(208) 244-1707 email: [email protected]
email:
[email protected]

Victory Archery, located in Carlsbad, California, 4KJT is comprised of a couple of families BIGshot Archery has provided high perfor-
is comprised of a team of aerospace engineers, focused on getting the best product for the mance targets to independent retailers and
hunters and target archers who each hold the best price to pro-shops like our own. From major archery distributors for 16 years, with
highest standards in their disciplines. Victory’s Olympic champions to trophy hunters, we an emphasis on superior stopping power
parent company, Mitsubishi Chemical America, is stand behind our products and will always combined with super easy pull. With the
one of the largest manufacturers of carbon fiber be here if you have any issues. If you’re a introduction of the Titan 10X, the first 10-sided
in the world. This vertical integration gives Victory dealer looking for new products, make sure archery target, we have achieved the ultimate
engineers direct access to the highest-grade to drop us a line by phone or email. Send us goal of delivering a target that allows crossbow
carbon fiber materials and technological advance- some pics of your latest score!  enthusiasts one target that can accept field
ments in manufacturing available. Precision engi- points and broadheads combined with one
neering, infrastructure and innovation give Victory handed pull. The Bigshot 10X also offers 150
shooters access to the best-performing arrows aiming points and the ability to shoot at longer
produced in the market today. Victory Archery is distances than current targets.
globally recognized as The Carbon Arrow Experts.
Visit our website to explore our extensive product
line and technology.

Antler King Shadow Hunter / Custom Bow
Summit Outdoors Equipment (CBE)
website: www.antlerking.com
phone: (888) 268-5371 website: website: custombowequipment.com
email: [email protected] www.shadowhunterblinds.com phone: (877) 503-5483
phone: email: [email protected]
The leader in nutritional products for white- (888) 446-4868
tails, Antler King has been helping hunters email: CBE’s new Trek Pro is a lightweight bow sight
and land managers produce higher-scoring [email protected] including a new sliding rheostat cover for optimized
bucks and healthier deer herds for more than pin brightness and the ability to set up two floating
30 years. From food plots, to a full line of Shadow Hunter Blinds are pins with multiple indicator pointers. The carbon
feed, blocks, minerals and attractants, Antler built to a higher standard, to dovetail extension includes ball detents for “click-in”
King has everything hunters need to keep withstand the test of time positioning. The sight also includes quiver adapt-
deer on their property and grow them into with durable design, quality ability, hybrid elevation and rapid drive adjustments,
trophies. To learn more about Antler King and and integrity. Since crafting laser engraved aluminum sight yardage scales and
see a full lineup of products please visit their the first Shadow Hunter blind micro adjustable blade pins backed by .010- or .019-
comprehensive website. If you are interested in 1996, we have helped our inch fiber. The micro windage adjustment includes
in becoming an Antler King dealer, contact us customers create a new hunting experience in laser engraved hash marks and first, second and
through the email address above. total comfort. To see a full list of the features third axis adjustments. Windage and elevation
that set our hunting blinds apart, please visit our lock down and the dead stop top pin make it user
66 comprehensive website. friendly. It is offered with one-, three- or five-pin
housings that accept a 41mm lens. Interchangeable
fluorescent peep alignment rings (green, red, yellow
and gray) are included, as well as a sight light.

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MANUFACTURER PROFILE

T.R.U. Ball / Hot Trails® Scented Obsession Bows
AXCEL Archery Hunting Candles
website:
website: www.truball.com website: www.hottrails.com www.obsessionbows.com
phone: (434) 929-2800 phone: (210) 867-0642 phone:
email: [email protected] (478) 945-3340
email:
[email protected]

Offering more than 25 years of archery in- Hot Trails® was started in 1991 by Bill Obsession smashed the bow industry mold with
novation, T.R.U. Ball and AXCEL Archery strive Moore after discovering the need for an designs by engineers obsessed with perfection
to develop new products that keep customers alternative to liquid scents. Each Hot Trails for those who refuse to settle for yesterday’s
coming back. Included in the T.R.U. Ball lineup are candle can penetrate up to 500 yards, technology. Archers of every caliber have
21 index-finger/wrist-strap (including eight Bone burning for up to 5 hours. The candles not something to gain from an Obsession whether
Collector models) and 19 handle releases to serve only cover human scent but will lure deer shooting targets or big game. Based in a small
any style of shooting. AXCEL offers 11 Picatinny, into a hunter’s sights. Doe-N-Heat is the Georgia town, our small-town values center on
26 slider (including the new Landslyde series), most popular product, however they are family, friends and a never-ending commitment
11 fixed and 21 tournament sight models. The available in 12 other scents. The develop- to building the very best products possible. We
company also offers a full lineup of stabilizers, ment of air-tight packaging will keep the understand bows are a significant investment
bow sight scopes, finger tabs and more. See their strong scent from emanating into your and we value the trust you place in us when
website for a thorough look at the company’s store. Every hunter needs to make Hot you purchase an Obsession. Our drive to excel,
extensive archery accessory lineup. Trails a part of their hunting toolbox to see to Change Or Get Left Behind, enables us to
why they’re the best kept secret among continue to defy expectations.
successful hunters.
PRADCO
Easton Archery Morrell Targets Outdoor Brands

website: website: website:
www.eastonarchery.com www.morrelltargets.com www.pradcooutdoorbrands.com
phone: phone: phone:
(801) 539-1400 (479) 632-5929 (205) 995-4500
email: email:
[email protected] [email protected]

The history of modern archery and Easton are in- As a family owned and operated For every successful hunt, there is a moment
separably connected, both born at the beginning company, we believe innovation is the of truth. These tests define the hunter. The
of the last century, their coming-of-age run paral- turnkey to building a great business. same is true of their gear. PRADCO Outdoor
lel. The company history spans 100 years. Begin- That is why after years of research and Brands has been proving itself in the field
ning with one man operating out of his garage, to development, we keep creating more and in the store for decades—now including
today, with hundreds of people developing and advanced archery targets. We specialize Moultrie Mobile trail cameras, Moultrie feed-
manufacturing high performance sporting goods in archery targets, and we are experts in ers, Summit treestands and blinds, Whitetail
in the United States for distribution to archers the the field of archery targets. This is why Institute food plot seed, Texas Hunter
world over. Learn more by visiting the 100-Year more than 1,000 dealers have trusted Products, Code Blue scents, Wingscapes
Media Center. There you will get everything their business with Morrell Targets. bird feeders and Knight & Hale game calls,
you’ll need to cover Easton’s riveting history. All plus fishing brands.
content available is free with a simple click.
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Huskemaw Optics Redline BCY
Bowhunting
website: website: www.bcyinc.com.
www.huskemawoptics.com website: phone: (860) 632-7115
phone: (866) 754-7618 www.redlinebowhunting.com email: [email protected]
email: phone: sales email: [email protected]
[email protected] (844) RED-HUNT
email: After 32 years in business BCY continues to
[email protected] produce quality bowstring material in the USA
from the best fibers available. There have been
The folks at Huskemaw are hunters. We under- New for 2022, Redline some product changes recently and we hope you
stand how important shot confidence is when Bowhunting was built can find all the info on our website. BCY materi-
the moment of truth presents itself. Choosing to for those who expect als are used by some of the most demanding
stand down as the trophy of a lifetime passes nothing but the best from archers, bow manufacturers and string-makers
just outside your effective shooting range can themselves and have the in the business because they are a leader in the
be the difference between the hunt of a lifetime same expectations for their equipment. Gathered development of string and cable materials that al-
or a memory that haunts you for years to come. from experienced and passionate hunters with low ever greater bow and crossbow performance,
And, blowing the shot because of miscalculated collectively more than 100 years of experience in long-term durability and in-field reliability.
range or wind adjustments is one of the most the outdoors and within the industry, the Redline
gut-wrenching moments a hunter will ever face. team culminated decades of ideas with 24
We’re also engineers. Our product designers live months of design, research and testing to estab-
and breathe long range shooting and precision lish highly engineered, top-quality accessories.
manufacturing. And, they’ve combined their The new rugged and lightweight carbon-infused
expertise and passion to offer you the world’s sights, quivers and stabilizers place products
best sporting optic. with the exact features consumers need, at an
ideal price point your shelf currently doesn’t of-
fer. Filling orders with inventory in stock.

Steambow Stokerized Galaxy Archery

website: website: website:
www.steambow.com www.stok​erized.com www.galaxyarchery.com
email: phone: phone:
[email protected] (763) 862-8870 (717) 556-1303
email: email:
Steambow is an Austrian manufacturer of [email protected] [email protected]
precision archery equipment. Unbound
by convention, the team applies modern Stokerized has been building quality archery Lancaster Archery Supply’s Galaxy Black Star
manufacturing excellence to finding products for nearly a decade and has made target recurve limbs are made from top-quality
ways for traditional archery equipment major contributions to the archery industry materials but include reasonable MSRPS. Black
to fill modern roles such as hunting, by designing some of the most versatile and Star limbs have an ILF design that fits any
defensive applications, as well as recre- innovative stabilizers around. Each and ev- compatible riser, offered in short, medium and
ation. This started with the PowerUnit; ery stabilizer is hand crafted and assembled long with draw weights from 20-44 pounds
a revolutionary approach to cocking one at a time with pride and attention to in 2-pound increments. These limbs allow as-
powerful crossbows with ease and speed, detail. We also strive harder than any other sembling a target bow of just about any standard
using compressed air. Then came the company to provide the absolute best length. Black Star limbs are built with the latest
Fenris vertical bow magazine and Stinger customer service and after-sales support in construction technologies and materials, includ-
crossbow pistols. These products achieve the business. We are confident once you ing a carbon belly and back and bamboo core.
the same results—help users become try our products you will be as committed to Bamboo is regarded for providing an exceptional
competent faster and enjoy the fun and our company as we are to building the finest combination of quick arrow velocities and smooth
security of multi-shot capability. Steam- stabilizer on the market. draw cycles. This translates into a smooth transi-
bow continues to innovate. tion into anchor followed by a crisp launch and
flat arrow trajectories. For all this performance
68 Black Star limbs are priced competitively.

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Bohning Vantage Point Kinsey’s Inc.
Archery LLC
website: www.bohning.com website:
phone: (231) 229-4247 website: www.vparchery.com
email: [email protected] phone: (260) 478-8722 kinseysinc.com/#brands
email: [email protected]
Bohning Company Ltd. has proudly manufac- phone:
tured some of the most innovative arrow acces- VPA has become known as one of the biggest
sories from the same Lake City, Michigan, loca- breakthrough companies in the market, (800) 366-4269
tion since 1946. With our 75-year anniversary we leading the way in precision-machined
stand proudly with our customers, distributors one-piece products. VPA’s offerings include email:
and sales partners, while supporting archery or- more than 50 broadhead models, as well as
ganizations worldwide. This milestone was made other archery products. Our company’s rapid [email protected],
possible by archers, dealers, distributors, media growth can be attributed to strength, quality, [email protected],
and sales partners who trust the Bohning name. performance, customer service and the fact [email protected],
Chemist, archer and family man Rollin Bohning that our products are “Proudly Made in the [email protected],
started Bohning with Ferr-L-Tite, created after USA.” We have been privileged to grow our [email protected]
extensive work with Fred Bear and Doug Easton. market by working with archery companies
Seventy-five years later our ability to react to around the world. If you’re looking for some- Kinsey Brands are created, designed and engi-
customer demand and create new products one to create and supply you with specialty neered by outdoorsmen, for outdoorsmen. Our
quickly and efficiently sets Bohning apart. archery equipment, call VPA today. Success brands’ innovative products enhance the outdoor
depends entirely on your Vantage Point! experience and provide a competitive edge.
Since the 2007 inception of October Mountain
Products, the Kinsey’s Brands lineup has evolved
to help meet the needs of modern sportsmen and
hunters. Since then, Kinsey’s has added Fin-Finder
bowfishing, BlackHeart sports gear, Elevation
packs and target quivers, Alpine Archery quivers
and variety of traditional archery recurves, bow
cases, tools and archery accessories from October
Mountain to provide a well-rounded lineup of qual-
ity outdoor products, gear, tools and accessories.  

LOWDOWN Trophy Ridge Athens Archery
Viewer
website: website: athensarchery.com
website: www.trophyridge.com phone: (585) 397-7085
www.lowdownviewer.com phone: email: [email protected]
phone: (800) 694-9494
(715) 571-1694 email: Athens is proud to
email: [email protected] offer the simplest
[email protected] pricing program in
As the producer of the world’s most-popular ar- the industry. Our
LOWDOWN is a dedicated viewer/photo man- row rest, the Whisker Biscuit, and the company bows are made in
ager made for one thing and one thing only: fast, that introduced React Technology to archery the USA and backed by a lifetime transferrable
uncomplicated viewing of your trail cam images sights, Trophy Ridge proudly offers the indus- warranty. For 2022, we expanded the Vista Series
and videos. LOWDOWN makes viewing large try’s best performing and most diverse suite with the new Vista 31. We also introduced our new
numbers of images fast and easy. It allows you of archery accessories. From quivers to rests, TCS tunable cable system roller guard that allows
to finger-zoom in on individual images to see stabilizers, sights and releases, our products optimizing vane clearance and performance. The
important details. It allows you to easily delete are intelligently designed to be deadly accurate, RT-X rotating mod system allows adjusting draw
individuals or groups of selected images, and it lighter weight, easier to use and give archers and length and let-off without a press for faster setup.
lets you save images to a second (full-size SD) bowhunters a distinct advantage in the field. Our LimbLok pocket system holds 1-inch split limbs
card and clear your camera card. All with simple, to provide Athens’ most efficient platform yet. All
intuitive touch screen operation! warranty work is reimbursed, and our comprehen-
sive marketing strategy helps drive traffic to your
MARCH 2022 INSIDEARCHERY.COM store. Athens Archery is a family-based organiza-
tion that believes everyone should be able to own
a high-quality bow backed by superior customer
service and at an affordable price.

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Mathews Inc. .30-06 Outdoors GAS Bowstrings

website: www.mathewsinc.com website: website: gasbowstrings.com
phone: (608) 269-2728 30-06outdoors.com phone: (606) 612-5156
phone: email: [email protected]
(614) 409-9300
email: GAS Bowstrings is a family owned and oper-
[email protected] ated company located in Clay City, Kentucky.
The GAS team is comprised of experienced
Bowhunting and engineering have been in .30-06 Outdoors is owned and operated by string builders and professionals, committed
Mathews owner Matt McPherson’s blood since Matthew Minshall of Columbus, Ohio. The com- to delivering the absolute best bowstrings
childhood, building his first stick bow at age 10, pany started out of his garage in 2006 and has made, while providing industry leading ser-
his first compound at 13. He invented Solocam now become an enterprise of its own, including vice for our customers. GAS Bowstrings has
technology in 1992 and started Mathews Archery. sister companies Native Ground Blinds and emerged as the new gold standard in what it
From his very first bow design to the latest Warrior River. The company strives to provide means to be a premium bowstring company.
V3 flagship model, every aspect of Mathews hunters with everything they could possibly If you’re not willing to settle for just another
bows is built in house and from the very best need for a hunt, without breaking the bank to set of decent strings, then experience the
materials available. You can count on Mathews do it. No matter whether it is targets, stabilizers, absolute best in premium bowstrings and
to introduce fresh ideas each and every year, sights, arrow rests or a case to hold all your Fuel Your Success!
bringing breakthrough technologies that raise gear, .30-06 Outdoors has got you covered with
industry standards in accuracy, speed and stealth. products that can weather any storm.
Mathews’ employees and Matt McPherson
believe in archery—the effort it requires, the skill it
demands, the passion it ignites. Their driving force
is to develop better bows backed by uncompro-
mising service, to enhance every aspect of the
archery experience for their customers.

HHA Sports Thermaseat Banner Witcoff

website: www.hhasports.com website: thermaseat.com website: bannerwitcoff.com
phone: (800) 548-7812 phone: (603) 784-5671 phone: (312) 463-5000
email: [email protected] email:
email: [email protected]
Scott Burow, Senior Shareholder
Continuing our efforts to support brick-
and-mortar retailers, HHA has added to our [email protected]
dealer-protected Tetra product series for
2022. In 1984 HHA Sports launched a folding Jason Shull, Senior Shareholder
stabilizer that marked our entrance into the
world of archery. Much has changed since [email protected]
then, but the one thing that hasn’t is our com-
mitment to producing the best accessories Thermaseat is the trusted brand for all seats An intellectual property law firm with 100 years
on the market. In 2022 we have improved and cushions for hunting, fishing, camping/ of experience, Banner Witcoff is the trusted IP
our award-winning Tetra line of sights with hiking and all other outdoor applications. advisor to some of the world’s most innovative
the addition of the Infinite Adjust Plate to give Our products can be found in most major companies. Our seasoned team of attorneys
shooters sexond axis and elevation adjust- chain stores, mail order catalogs and local work to protect, enforce and defend intellectual
ments. HHA offers something for everyone retailers throughout the USA, Canada and property for clients of all sizes and across all
with a full line of sights, stabilizers and rests, Europe. Thermaseat designs, develops and technology sectors—from startups to Fortune
all of which are 100 percent USA made and manufactures all its products in the USA and 500 companies. Banner Witcoff attorneys
backed by a 100 percent Lifetime Warranty. the small mountain town of Peterborough, Scott Burow and Jason Shull have decades of
New Hampshire. experience handling complex patent, trademark
70 and copyright issues, as well as resolving difficult
disputes and business challenges for the world’s
most innovative companies, including those in
the archery and outdoor products industries.

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Ani-Logics Outdoors X-Factor Outdoors Bear Archery

website: anilogics.com website: www.xfactoroutdoors.com website:
phone: (844) 372-3557 phone: (678) 861-5000 www.beararchery.com
email: email: [email protected] phone:
[email protected] (800) 694-9494
email:
[email protected]

The EHD (epizootic hemorrhagic disease) X-Factor introduces the Xtreme Stabilizer line, More than 85 years
outbreaks of 2012 spurred the team at Ani- engineered to live up to the highest standards ago a man named Fred
Logics to take a scientific approach to deer of vibration dampening, sound control and Bear decided to follow
feed development. With more than 70 years of lifetime durability. X-Factor uses a thermo-setting his passion and start
experience in the animal health and nutrition in- polymer epoxy to provide the same durability an archery company.
dustries, Ani-Logics Outdoors brings its unique used on quality golf clubs. Slip-on weights mean He believed a quality
expertise to the science of feeding white-tailed there is no more hand tightening or loose parts. bow should be accessible to all people, no matter
deer. With a vast knowledge and impressive They come available in 6-, 8-, 9-, 10- and 12-inch their age, gender or economic status. He believed
range of experiences in animal nutrition, animal models with MSRPs for $79.99 - $159.99 and the finest trophies are not always in the harvests,
vaccine laboratories and veterinary clinics, the many finish options. Stabilizers can be combined but in the memories of fellowship and the great
company’s founders possess an unparalleled with Single Adjust 365-degree Sidebar Mounts outdoors. At Bear Archery, we promise to never
edge in the making of scientifically beneficial (MSRP $128.99), with patent-pending, teeth-free forget the principles our brands were founded
deer feed and supplements.  roller ball technology. The design offers nearly on—to create utterly reliable, intensely lethal
infinite positioning and secure lockdown with a archery equipment capable of harvesting any
single quick-release setscrew. Combined they game in a quick and ethical fashion. We are Bear
offer perfect bow balance. Archery. This is The Fred Bear Way.

Omega Sights Banks Outdoors HODAG/
Moore Outdoors
website: www.omegasights.com website:
phone: (570) 656-7556 banksoutdoors.com website: hodagoutdoors.com
email: [email protected] phone: phone: (515) 423-6172
(800) 262-4129 email: [email protected]
email:
[email protected]

The new 2022 Omega III Sight fits any crossbow, We are a company built by hunters for HODAG has created product lines for every serious
shotgun, rifle or vertical bow (with adapter). It is hunters and believe in creating great experi- hunter who wants to improve their scouting game
a precision 5-adjustable mil dot sight, a continu- ences in the field. With our wide range of year-round. Leveraging the natural behavior of deer,
ous-ranging rangefinder (to 600 yards) and HD high-quality and ultra-comfortable products, HODAG products help you create a communal scent
Video Camera (1080p) in a single unit. It has 2X- you can create the ultimate hunting prop- hub in a location you choose to strategically capture
6X digital-power zoom, instant video playback, erty that fosters memories for a lifetime with trail camera images and videos or prepare for the kill
inclinometer with true distance calculator and the entire family. We want to make your shot. Three options are available so you can create
a remote control for movement-free operation. outdoor experiences richer by allowing you a communal scent hub in a location that makes the
The new package comes with additional 12-hour to share it with those you love. most sense for deer utilization-regardless of the
rechargeable power bank, 32GB micro SD card, landscape. Set up a Licking Stick in the ground, a Lick-
recharging/video download cable and detachable ing Branch on a tree, or a HempScent Rope hanging
sunshield. MAP is $499, with tremendous profit down from a limb. You will be able to choose your
margins for dealers. location based on travel patterns that deer have natu-
rally developed over time, with the flexibility to set
MARCH 2022 INSIDEARCHERY.COM up in multiple locations to capture maximum activity
throughout the changing seasons. HODAG products
include instruction cards with links to videos and re-
sources that will help you maximize your scouting ef-
forts. With the support of HODAG, you can jumpstart
deer interaction and Inventory. Pattern. Hunt.

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Mrs. Doe Pee’s VIP Archery Odin’s Innovations
Buck Lures
website: website: odinsinnovations.com
website: www.mrsdoepee.com www.viparchery.com phone: (316) 393-0440
phone: email: [email protected]
phone: (319) 931-1968 (801) 560-5996
email: Are you a Dealer? At Odin’s Innovations, we believe
email: [email protected] [email protected] successful businesses are built on strong partner-
ships. The Odin’s Innovations Dealer Program of-
In 1987 Judi Col- As a U.S. Navy veteran returning from Afghani- fers tools and resources geared to strengthen your
lora purchased a stan, Matt Futtere refocused his efforts from business and give you a competitive advantage.
whitetail fawn for owning/running a high-tech consulting company We place a high value on our partnership. Get the
her husband, Sam, to spending time with family, hunting, fishing and deer scent that lasts longer. As a smart hunter, you
for use as whitetail innovating. His Afghanistan experiences moti- don’t want to introduce your human scent any
taxidermy refer- vated Futtere to continue growing his established more than necessary. Scientifically formulated deer
ence. The herd grew and groundbreaking outdoor products with a scents from Odin’s Innovations remain effective
and Sam began collecting fresh, preservative-free solid VIP family business team. VIP gained quick longer. So you can keep away from your honey
lure. Sam engineered and built a stainless steel traction by employing the highest-grade materi- hole, allowing that trophy to establish a feeding
flooring system in his deer barn in 1990, the next als and components, including scalpel-sharp pattern you can follow. Extensive lab and field tests
year selling pure, undiluted whitetail urine across blades, wrapped around patented Momentum confirm Odin’s time-release scents last for 30 days
the country. As demand grew it was realized many Management technology. Every VIP product is or more, regardless of weather.
dealers didn’t have the capability to keep product 100 percent American made. Veteran Owned.
fresh, so working with the University of Iowa American Made. Warrior Approved.
Pharmaceutical Department, a freeze-dried pro-
cess was developed, to allow storing full-potency
urine on dealer shelves. All products certified
TB-free and CWD monitored herd.

Pine Ridge SWAT Broadheads Bow Spider
Archery
website: website: www.bowspider.com
website: www.swatbroadheads.com phone: (307) 850-8052
www.pineridgearchery.com phone: email: [email protected]
phone: (252) 665-3191
(847) 526-2349 email:
email: [email protected]
[email protected]
The mission at R.R.A.D. is to design and build Hello and welcome! I am David Merrill, Recre-
Pine Ridge Archery offers one-stop shopping products that will provide a higher success rate ational Archery Development (RAD) and The
for a huge variety of archery and bowhunting for bowhunters. All products are designed with Bow Spider founder. The priceless life experienc-
needs. Key Pine Ridge products include arrow- quality first, not cost savings. As a veteran owned es of the outdoors are my passion, something I
building adhesives, wraps and Nitro Vane 2.0, company, we exhaust every effort to buy materi- grew up doing in Oregon’s Cascade Mountains
archery shop tools, a huge array of bowstring als, manufacture and assemble all products in the and enjoyed in Alaska for many years before
accessories and silencers, stabilizers and limb USA. With 35 years of bowhunting experience, moving to Wyoming in 2013 with my wife to
dampeners, bow supports and slings, trail cam- over 20 years as a professional archer, and as a start a family (now including two boys). During
era mounts and ground blind camera mounts, mechanical engineer I designed Superior White- a 2015 back-country bowhunt, the trophy of
tools to make hanging and sitting treestands tail Assassin Technology (SWAT). Broadheads are my dreams appeared before me. My bow was
safer and more enjoyable, various archery ac- designed for durability, straightness, maximum strapped to my backpack and beyond reach. By
cessories and gripping arrow pullers. Check out penetration with a devastating wound channel the time my buddy got the bow released, the
their website to see all the options. and unbelievable blood trails. If you spend your bull elk was gone. I swore I’d never miss a mo-
hard-earned money, train all year and feel the ment like that again. At home I started creating
72 desire to hunt to the extreme then the SWAT Bow Spider prototypes until I had a product that
Broadheads were designed for you. would fit every bow and backpack, enabling
bowhunters to grab their bow and go.

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Buck Rub Gear Maple Leaf Press Scent Crusher

website: website: www.mapleleafpress.com website:
www.buckrubarchery.com phone: (616) 846-8844 www.scentcrusher.com
phone: email: [email protected] phone:
(262) 547-0535 (877) 575-3173
email: email:
[email protected] [email protected]

Buck Rub Gear offers high-performance Maple Leaf Press offers more varieties of Scent Crusher products offer an advanced way
accessories made by bowhunters for serious official targets than any other company in the to clean using nature’s most powerful oxidizers
bowhunting, and at a fair price. Included in the world, offering World Archery/FITA, NFAA/ to kill odors caused by bacteria and contami-
Buck Rub Gear lineup are the Magne’ Drop IFAA, S3DA, Dakota Classic, Rushmore Rumble nants. Scent Crusher products feature our Ozone
series of arrow rest (Original, Raven Claw with and more. Targets are printed on 7-point cover Activated Technology, which effectively elimi-
arrow retainer and Target), Carbon Fixation stock or polypropylene and most include UPC nates odors on your gear and outerwear. Sweat,
Sight, Carbon Energy Quiver, Lighted Switch coding. Maple Leaf target faces are required soaps, food, perfume—you name it—Scent
Nock in various colors and Classic Jim and FH at most major tournaments, including NFAA, Crusher kills it. Our Ozone Activated Technology
Releases. These are hugely practical, USA made IFAA, World Archery, Vegas Shoot, S3DA and kills organisms, including bacteria, and is 100
products backed by solid warrantees. others. Maple Leaf also offers No Trespassing percent chemical-free, leaving no scent, chemi-
Signs (NTP) in waterproof stock and in a variety cal residue or harmful byproducts.
Bowshop Bible of sizes. New items include a Reduced 3 spot
vertical face and two new NTP signs including Outdoor Product
website: www.bowshopbible.com “without consent of the land owner.” Innovations, Inc
phone: (815) 370-8034
email: [email protected] Gamesled/ website:
Archer Sight www.opioutdoors.com
phone:
website: www.archersight.com (888) 507-2021
email:
phone: (845) 658-8557 [email protected]

email: [email protected]

With pro-shops constantly closing due to online Having remained lifelong hunters and sports- At Outdoor Product Innovations, we pride our-
marketplaces, there is a great demand for as- men, honing skills and perfecting individual selves in making top quality, premium products
sistance with equipment tuning and set up. We styles of shooting has enabled us the ability to for hunting, fishing and outdoor industries.
decided to meet that demand. We are not born create and develop new innovative products Innovative design and durability are two key com-
with the innate ability to expertly tune a com- for the avid archer. With the various skill sets ponents in each one of our product lines. From
pound bow. It comes with years of experience and countless hours of testing, and perfecting game feeders to ground blinds, tent stakes to tree
and research. After helping others in person at the hugely-adjustable QSE, we’re proud to say stands, we have it all. Quality products combined
various archery ranges and through various on- our new peep sight is a game changer to the with top-notch customer service has been, and
line platforms, we decided it was time to put the sport of archery. The QSE is an even smaller, always will be, our recipe for success. At OPI we
largest arsenal of archery tuning techniques in lighter (20 grains) and multi-lateral (left/right are ready to make your outdoor experience safer,
the world at your fingertips. The Bow Shop Bible hand) model. This revolutionary new peep was more enjoyable and more successful.
was born. After years of production, we are proud conceived, designed and engineered along with
to say that with the Bow Shop Bible, your tuning the manufacturing molds, injection processing
ability and accuracy will rise to the next level. and packaging here in the USA.

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SKB Cases Vapor Trail Archery White Gold
Deer Feed
website: website: www.vaportrailarchery.com
skbcases.com/sports phone: (763) 862-8870 website:
phone: email: [email protected] www.whitegolddeerfeed.com
(800) 654-5992 phone:
email: (734) 368-5060
[email protected] email:
[email protected]
Whatever your game, SKB has you covered. Vapor Trail Archery is a US based manufacturer
SKB iSeries cases are built to meet or exceed dedicated to the science and development of White Gold is the
military specifications. In fact, these cases of- superior bowstrings and cables, limb-driven hottest and fastest
ten house military systems that are deployed arrow rests and other fine archery acces- growing company
in the harshest conditions where communica- sories. Vapor Trail’s proprietary VTX (Vapor in the deer nutrition
tions and other sensitive equipment is mission Twist Xtreme) bowstring material combines category. White Gold
critical — failure is not an option. These same an exclusive blend of synthetic materials and covers the full season of deer nutrition products,
cases are used across the company for all exacting manufacturing processes to create a including high protein feeds, food plot seeds,
divisions, providing military-grade protection product that performs exceptionally well in all minerals and attractants. White Gold products are
for weapons, archery equipment, guitars, pho- situations. Vapor Trail also revolutionized the ar- built for success for the customer and retailer. Our
tography and camera gear, and much more. chery industry with its limb-driven, drop-away high-quality products are fresh, easy to use and
There’s an SKB iSeries case for pretty much technology and serves as the foundation for all pound for pound the lowest priced on the market.
anything you need to protect and transport. limb driven arrow rests manufactured today. High profit margins, low-cost freight programs
and the best customer service in the industry set
us apart from the competition. We stand behind
our brand! Give your customers something new
and exciting this coming season. Join the rush
and order your White Gold products today.

Martin Archery Bow Hitch Quality Archery
Designs
website: website:
martinarchery.com thebowhitch.com website: www.qadinc.com
phone: phone: phone: (434) 846-5839
(509) 529-2554 (505) 550-9085
email:
[email protected]

Martin Archery was founded in 1951 by Gail The Bow Hitch provides hunters more efficiency QAD has been manufacturing exceptional and
Martin. Today Martin Archery is owned by by allowing bows to be carried with the com- innovative archery products since 1992. Quality
Martin Outdoors and is dedicated to the pany’s adjustable pack strap, a bino harness or is in the name, but is also the company’s mis-
passion of Gail’s legacy. Martin Archery your customer’s preferred backpack strap. The sion. QAD continually strives to provide the best
makes high quality, light and efficient bows Bow Hitch ensures no more arm fatigue after customer service, understanding that success is
that are favorites of target archers and hours in the field, no more putting your bow on directly tied to customer satisfaction and being
bowhunters alike. Check out the new Martin the ground to glass and no more missing hard- responsive to their needs. QAD is a company
2022 lineup at martinarchery.com and at a earned shot opportunities due to a bow hanging that holds strong core values and is committed
retailer near you. from a sling or strapped to the back. The system to treating customers like family. QAD manu-
is 100 percent silent and involves less movement factures their own products in Madison Heights,
74 to deploy than any other system on the market. Virginia, providing American workers rewarding
They are proudly made in the USA. jobs. President and founder Dan Summers says,
“We’re not interested in selling a high volume of
mediocre products. Our goal is to produce only
the best products.”

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Wild Edge PSE Archery Gearhead Archery

website: website: website: www.gearheadarchery.com
www.wildedgeinc.com www.psearchery.com phone: (608) 370-8016
phone: phone: email: [email protected]
(860) 891-8167 (800) 477-7789
email:
[email protected]

Wild Edge owner Andrew Walter grew up in PSE Archery, Inc. is a privately owned American Gearhead Archery’s journey began in 2015 with
the outdoors, eventually earning a bachelor of archery supply company which has developed, the desire to build the world’s best hunting bow.
science degree in wildlife biology from the Uni- designed and manufactured bows, arrows and In a category where all manufacturers claim
versity of Southern Maine. Andrew also served other equipment since 1971. The company was to be the best, Gearhead Archery lives with an
in the United States Army National Guard as a founded by Pete Shepley in Mahomet, Illinois, “efforts are appreciated,  results are rewarded”
31B, Military Police Officer. Over the past eight before eventually moving its corporate head- mantra. Gearhead Archery set up its competitive
years, he has traveled the world working with quarters to sunny Tucson, Arizona. PSE Archery contingency program to give more reward to the
federal and state wildlife agencies in controlling remains one of the leading bow and crossbow Bowhunter shooting classes. Bowhunters are
overabundant deer populations and eradicating manufacturers in the industry, continually inno- the backbone of our industry and Gearhead felt
non-native ungulates, including suburban deer vating to make bowhunting and target shooting the attention to these archers is vital to continued
management programs. These experiences more enjoyable and productive. PSE Archery is growth. Gearhead has dominated the Bowhunter
involved safely climbing trees around the also a one-shop stop for all archery accessory competition classes with fewer bows in the field,
world. Andrew used that experience to create and arrow needs. including 15 National Champions, along with IBO
the SteppLadder and new hunting innovations and ASA Champions and SOY, primarily in the
designed to make climbing vertically safer. Bowhunter classes of competition.

Pope & Young Rancho Safari Tink’s

website: www.pope-young.org website: ranchosafari.com website: tinks.com
phone: (507) 867-4144 phone: (760) 789-2094 phone: (800) 624-5988
email: [email protected] email: [email protected] email: [email protected]

The Pope & Young Club has proudly documented Rancho Safari has been in business since 1972, Established in 1972, Tink’s has long been No. 1
and preserved bowhunting’s heritage for more producing bowhunter-inspired products like the in deer scents and lures. Trusted by generations
than 60 years. The Club has documented more renowned Catquiver arrow quiver, CatProwlers of hunters, Tink’s lures and dispensers meet the
than 100,000 bowhunting harvests from across stalker boot mufflers, a huge variety of fanny needs of every phase of the hunt.
North America, including representatives from all and daypacks, Shaggie System ghillie suits and New for 2021, mess-free and convenient Dispos-
29 North American big game species harvested accessories for the ultimate in-field concealment, able Scent Drippers are preloaded with our popular
with all bow types. These vast records have Shaggie Shield portable blind faces that can be Tink’s #69 Doe in Rut, Tink’s Power Scrape Mock
contributed significantly to the North American deployed in minutes and other accessories. All Scrape Starter and Tink’s Power Scrape Mock
wildlife management model—used by wildlife Rancho Safari products undergo continuous refine- Scrape Finisher. The disposable dripper drips scent
agencies and other hunting groups to make ments in materials and designs based on customer consistently for up to three days and can be easily
management decisions and establishing seasons. feedback and extensive in-field testing. All Rancho switched out. New scents for both PeeFuser and
Most importantly, these records ensure the pres- Safari products are hand sewn by American work- Buck Pucks include #1 Doe-P and Trophy Buck.
ervation of our bowhunting culture and heritage ers to the highest standards possible. When you A NonRut Combo Pack of #1 Doe-P and Trophy
and sustainable wildlife populations for future call Rancho Safari, you’ll reach a living person, not Buck will also be available for the PeeFuser, which
generations. Preserving, promoting and protecting a computer switchboard. Rancho Safari strives to converts Tink’s scents into a fine mist for wider-
our heritage is at the core of Pope & Young and personally meet every customer’s need, whether reaching appeal. Tink’s Buck Pucks last up to a
the founding pillar of the organization. dealing with shipping, warrantees or immediate week, in a no mess, easy to deploy design. Place
stocking needs. Check out Rancho Safari’s wide orders with your H & G marketing rep soon.
MARCH 2022 INSIDEARCHERY.COM assortment of bowhunting products, designed by
bowhunters, for bowhunters, to make every hunt 75
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Obsession Bows Nitro X
BY PATRICK MEITIN
brand I have hunted with successfully as boosting 5 ¾-inch brace height. The wide,
O bsession Bows is one of the few brands far back as the 1980s), though the com- webbed design accomplishes two things.
I have not tagged a big game animal pany remains a stand-alone brand with Initially it provides nearly 4 inches of base
its own approach to design and perfor- for the limb pockets—limb bolt to limb
with. In the big picture, they are a relatively new mance. Well before this purchase, Obses- pivot point—to create incredible structural
sion already had nothing to prove to any- rigidity. Secondly, the wide limb pocket an-
company, so that is a part of this. one, their designs easily keeping pace with choring also moves the limb pivot points
legacy brands and continuing to crank out rearward and slightly ahead of the grip
I have tested some Obsession models for blazing performance. to lend the Nitro X increased stability and
Bow Reports conducted here, have never shooting forgiveness. The front edges of the
failed to be impressed with the performance The 2022 Obsession Bows Nitro X 3T is webbed design act as an additional struc-
generated, but I have somehow missed get- no exception. This bow is a screamer, pro- tural truss that melds seamlessly into the
ting one into the field. That is something I ducing more than enough arrow velocity sight window and grip areas. It looks cool
hope to remedy in the near future. to impress the most speed-obsessed bow- as hell while also ensuring a vibration-free,
hunter. As a quick aside, the Nitro X 3T is zero-hand-shock shooting experience.
The company’s most recent history in- part of the three-bow Nitro X series, which
cludes its sale to Martin Outdoors (a bow also includes the Nitro X Talon and Nitro The bottom limb bolt protrusion ex-
X HZ. All measure a common 31 3/8 inches tends forward a couple inches more than
Obsession Bow's Nitro X 3T is fueled by a high between the axles. Each is equipped with a the top limb bolt anchoring point, provid-
performance 90 percent let-off, three-track cam distinctive cam system that provides vari- ing a noticeable degree of balance. The
system. The cam includes draw length specific modules. ous shooting experiences or meets partic- riser is equipped with dual standard bow
ular shooting preferences. sight taps, but also two C.O.R. Mount taps
Obsession's 2022 Nitro X 3T riser includes new C.O.R. to accommodate Hamskea’s new 2022
Mounts to accommodate Hamskea's spanking-new Epsilon In general terms, the Nitro X Talon is Epsilon Rest—a limb-driven, drop-away
Rest--a limb-driven, micro-adjust drop-away design. made to provide ultra-smooth draw cy- design with advanced micro adjustments
cles and added forgiveness preferred by, and engraved with the Obsession logo.
say, whitetail hunters who spend a lot The ultra-accurate Hamskea Epsilon rest
of time confined to cold-weather ground is laser engraved and allows perfect rest
blinds or treestands. The Talon Cam of- alignment through an integrated arrow
fers as smooth a draw cycle as possible, rest system. The low brace height of the
a more forgiving 6 1/8-inch brace height, Nitro X 3T provided just enough room to
top speeds of around 335 fps and accom- accommodate the rest housing, with only
modates draw lengths from 24.5 to 30 a paper’s width to spare. All three Nitro X
inches. The Nitro X HZ offers raw speed for models feature a new bolted-on Picatinny
archers with shorter draw lengths (25.5 rail sight mount. This short length of Pic
to 29 inches), including 350 fps IBO arrow rail must be removed to install a conven-
speeds through an aggressive 5 ¾-inch tional bow sight using the standard side
brace height. sight taps.

The Nitro X 3T under discussion here is The front stabilizer tap is stainless
the hotrod of the Nitro X series, sharing steel, as is the rear-mounted stabilizer tap
the aggressive 5 ¾-inch brace of the HZ, meant for V bars or stubby stabilizers add-
but providing faster arrow speeds and ki- ed for custom balance. Triangular divots
netic energy levels, while accommodating are provided for two-piece arrow quivers,
draw lengths from 27 to 30.5 inches.

Striking Riser ■ The most eye-grabbing

aspect of the Obsession Nitro X is its de-
cidedly racy riser design. It includes struc-
turally sound webbing at each end and is
aggressively reflexed to create that speed-

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Specifications Arrow Speed

–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Xpedition Archery X33 set at 72.6 pounds at 30 inches.

Axle-to-Axle Length 29-inch Arrows/ Shaft *Finished Kinetic Arrow

31-3/8 inches (+/- .25-inch) 100-Grain Tips gpi Arrow Wt. Energy Speed

–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Brace Height CX Triad 300 10.9 564 grains 101.7 ft. lbs. 285.0 fps

5-3/4 inches (+/- .125-inch) –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Easton T64 FMJ 7.9 tapered 528 grains 97.2 ft. lbs. 287.9 fps

Mass Weight –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

4.8 pounds Bloodsport Evidence 300 11.7 518 grains 99.8 ft. lbs. 294.3 fps

–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Let-Off Arrow Tech MT 300 12.2 508 grains 97.9 ft. lbs. 294.5 fps

Up to 90 percent (adjustable) –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Victory VAP-SS 300 9.9 473 grains 96.9 ft. lbs. 303.7 fps

Available Draw Lengths –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

27 to 30.5 inches CX Max RED SD 350 9.4 465 grains 97.1 ft. lbs. 306.7 fps

–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Available Draw Weights Black Eagle Spartan 340 9.9 453 grains 99.6 ft. lbs. 314.7 fps

40 to 70 pounds –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Victory VAP 300 8.7 424 grains 95.9 ft. lbs. 319.1 fps

Available Finishes –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

The 2022 Nitro X 3T by Obsession is a quiet shooter, Obsession has a full decorating Easton Hexx 330 7.9 386 grains 96.1 ft. lbs. 334.8 fps
including past-parallel limbs tied together by a thoroughly department and most camo
effective limb dampening system. patterns and a large range of –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
colors are available.
and the grip is narrow and comfortable, in- Black Eagle Carnivore 350 7.5 363 grains 93.8 ft. lbs. 341.1 fps
cluding small laminated wood panels. The ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
milled-aluminum limb pockets are heavily –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
skeletonized but precise and secure. MSRP
Victory RIP XV 300 7.0 355 grains 95.7 ft. lbs. 348.3 fps
Powertrain ■ As hinted, the Nitro X 3T has $987.00
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its own hotrod red, 90 percent let-off cam
system, engineered to maximize perfor- Liberty Archery 320 5.9 292 grains 92.2 ft. lbs. 377.1 fps
mance. Draw length is controlled by black,
draw-length specific modules secured by –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
two hex-head bolts and including a milled
and threaded tab that holds the rubber-cov- Arrow speeds established using a Caldwell Shooting Supplies Chronograph G2.
ered limb stop. This stop provides a positive
wall that results in remarkably consistent FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL (478) 945-3340, OR VISIT OBSESSIONBOWS.COM.
arrow speeds shot to shot. The draw cycle
includes a quick ascension into peak and Complete Silence ■ Besides the efficient
smooth transition into let-off. For this level
of performance the 3T cam really is remark- roller cable slide system, ultra-rigid and vi-
ably smooth. bration-free riser design and past-parallel
limb geometry, the Nitro X series holds a
These three-track cams are harnessed couple key silencing features. Each limb set
into split limbs measuring 3/4 inch apiece holds a soft rubber silencing block backed
and creating a 2 3/8-inch-wide stance. The by a six-peddled rubber “flower” that holds
limb tips terminate past parallel so each stainless steel bearing weights to squelch
pair cancels the jump and vibrations of residual vibrations. The string stop system,
the opposing set, introducing energy ef- set on an aluminum rod, is fully adjustable
ficiency and shot silence. The cams hold for attitude and contact pressure. Even the
sealed bearings, and limb tips are pinned Hamskea Epsilon Rest includes a silencing
to ensure axles stay in place. The cable feature, the activation cord woven through a
guard system is fully adjustable through a midpoint rubber stick to help keep the cord
base block, allowing tuning for torque-free under better control at full draw and absorb
fletching clearance. It includes an alumi- shock upon release.
num slide rod. All Nitro X models can be
ordered with a bearing equipped triple Overall, the Nitro X 3T remained hunt-
roller system (as tested) or standard ready quiet through all of our test arrows,
solid cable slide. The bow is strung and including the lightest examples. The Nitro
cabled with quality America’s Best Custom X 3T proved easy to tune when combined
Strings, ensuring minimal creep and elimi- with the Hamskea Epsilon Rest, the bow
nating misbehaving peeps. then placing arrows in the exact same hole
shot to shot from our Spot-Hogg Hooter
Shooter, showing its accuracy potential.
The cam system offers a smooth draw
cycle combined with hard-hitting perfor-
mance. The bow is essentially free of hand
shock. This is a bow ready to stoke the
bowhunting obsession! IA

WebXtra ■ Take a closer look at

the Obsession Nitro X in action! Please
go to insidearchery.com/ObsessionNitro.

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There is just no replacing face-to-face interaction, Somewhat lighter traffic also allowed time for mean-
the genuine human touch and happy gladhanding, ingful human interchanges, in our case visiting indus-
whether attending the Show for business or plea- try friends, associates and clients in a meaningful way,
sure, or more likely a combination of both. The latter is casually asking about the wife and kids and the year’s
our attitude here at Inside Archery—business certainly successes, without the pressing need to dive right into
must be conducted, but we also enjoy seeing and chat- business. This also allowed time to delve deeper into
ting and hugging or shaking hands with old friends what makes products tick; information allowing us to
and people we largely share only emails and short tele- provide more in-depth analysis and insight of the prod-
phone conversations with the remainder of the year. ucts customers will be looking for this year and that
Humans are innately social creatures, and whether you should be stocking for upcoming seasons.
emersed in commerce or sharing a fresh hunting tale,
there is no beating that intimate connection. Of course there were exceptions to this general view,
booths manned by companies like Athens
The phantom of COVID-19, version Omicron, Archery, Victory Archery, Bohning, Martin/
and the politically-charged hassle of face- Obsession Bows, spanking-new Redline Bow-
mask requirements kept a handful of manu- hunting, Bear Archery, Trophy Ridge and Buck
facturers away, some large, some small, and Rub Gear—just off the top of my head—hop-
some of those at the last possible moment. ping every time I tried to drop by for a visit.
A foot of rare Southern snow delayed or re- I’m old enough to remember when the ar-
pelled still others, particularly independent chery world was part of the SHOT Show appa-
dealers driving from surrounding Eastern shops. Still,
attendance was remarkably brisk, all factors considered, ratus. I’m also old enough to recall, after the ATA started
and nearly all the faces I was greeted with were refresh- its own show, when I could make the rounds and collect
ingly mask free. It wasn’t a Show of clogged isles and be- advertising material (before the digital age when this
ing constantly tripped by swag carts, but enough people was necessary) from every single booth in a single day.
appeared to make it a real event. The ATA Show has now become so vast three days never
seems like quite enough time to cover it all thoroughly,
Yet nearly universally, manufacturers manning making it a hectic affair. And one we would never miss!
booths reported that those who had braved the virus
and weather arrived to do some serious business. Or- ■ There was plenty of excitement with the return of an in-person
ders were ultimately quite strong—a portent of the
healthy times the industry can expect moving into sec- ATA Trade Show, as seen at the Scent Crusher booth, which became
ond quarter 2022.
the center of attention at ATA 2022 during a massive prize giveaway.

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clockwise from top left: ■ Inside Archery’s
Executive Editor Patrick Meitin climbs into Banks
Outdoors new Stump 4 360º Phantom Edition Hard
Side Blind. This extra large blind is perfect for sharing
hunts with friends while remaining concealed. ■ Ray
Brown, owner of BCY, chats with retailers about the
company’s newest bowstring materials. BCY offers
one of widest selection of bowstring material out
there! ■ Sam and Judy Calora, owners of Mrs. Doe
Pee, are some of the industry’s legends when it comes
to product quality and customer care. ■ Al Kaiser of
Lowdown Viewer has had excellent success with his
standout trail camera image and viewer, introducing
many improvements for 2022. ■ John Betker, VP of
Sales at Vapor Trail Archery, is always eager to con-
nect with retailers and talk about Vapor Trail’s newest
products. ■ BIGshot’s Backyard 3D Targets offer a
wide assortment of fun targets at affordable prices.
The Backyard Bigfoot is new for 2022.

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clockwise from top left: ■ Alec Wyman,
Marketing Manager of Bear Archery Products
and retailed brands, takes a minute from his
busy meeting schedule to snap a photo with the
2022 Redemption EKO. ■ Andrea “Raven” Bo-
ville of Buck Rub Gear shows off the company’s
user-friendly and effective MagnaDrop Raven
Claw drop-away rest. ■ Phil Barnett and the
Barnett Crossbows team talk shop at ATA 2022.
Barnett Crossbows is now an independent
brand, bringing focus back to the home team.
■ QuietKat spokesman Ryan Spinks took the
time to run the Apollo Creative Team through
the details of the new Jeep Series ebike.
■ VIP Archer owner Matt Futtere was anxious
to talk about his 2022 Commander and Warrior
broadheads with Momentum Management
and Flexcut Technologies. ■ The seemingly
never ending color options of Pine Ridge Archery
caught our eye at ATA. Julia Perez was kind
enough to go through them with us!

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clockwise from top left: ■ Antler King makes
a huge variety of deer nutritional and attractant
products, one of the newest being Cotton Candy.
■ Nose Jammer has emerged as one of the most
effective scent-elimination systems yet devised
by effectively jamming animals’ ability to smell.
■ The Axion Archery ZPS 2022 Crossbow
is powered by a high strength Pocket Shot
rubber pouch instead of limbs or springs. It is
ideal for small game hunting and bowfishing.
■ Inside Archery’s Patrick Meitin inspects all of
MTM Case-Gard’s 2022 options, from broadhead
to arrow cases. ■ Bow Hitch owner Armando
Martiez has created a solution for silently carry-
ing bows in the field with his innovative product.
■ Jakt Gear shows off the new HEX ID Bar, an
ultra-durable option for labeling daypacks, lug-
gage and other gear with personal information.
■ USA Archery does so much to promote archery
sports around the world. It is also the governing
body for the US Olympic team.

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clockwise from top left: ■ 4KJT Outdoors was
established to supply pro shops, like their own,
with high quality archery products at extremely
competitive prices. ■ Tim Braber, far right, takes
orders from retailers on the new Omega III Sight,
which includes a dot sight, laser rangefinder and
video camera in one, in addition to new features.
■ StealthCam continues to be a major force in the
trail camera arena through continuous innovation.
The Fusion X is one of the newest cameras in their
lineup, shown here by Patrick Meitin. ■ Lone Wolfe
treestands include seamless, cast-aluminum plat-
forms and seats, making them one of the quietest in
the business. ■ California Heat is a great solution
for cold winter hunts, keeping bowhunters warm
while also containing scent. ■ Lindsay Klingbeil,
Marketing and Sales Manager of Burr Paw, shows
off their standout products—one of the Innovation
Zone highlights for retailers this year.

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clockwise from top left: ■ Jim and Tracie
Klossner, owners of Athens Archery, have taken
the industry by storm. Athen’s Bows are re-
nowned for their quality and performance, with
customer service that is second to none.
■ Dan Schultz, VP of Sales and Marketing for
Cuddeback (left), shows Steve Mack the 2022
lineup, equipped with the easy to use CuddeLink
system. ■ Swhacker, C’mere Deer and TAC
Vanes come together as a favorite for retailers
this year at ATA. ■ Buck Bourbon creates its
hugely-successful deer attractants from the bi-
products of the Kentucky whiskey trade.
■ Crystal Merrill demonstrates the quick acces-
sibility of a Bow Spider-equipped bow riding on
the back of a pack. ■ The newest release from
long time vane producer Flex-Fletch, the Silent
Knight, comes in a wide assortment of colors and
sizes to serve every bowhunter and archer.

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clockwise from top left: ■ Ben Sum-
mers, Vice President of T.R.U. Ball/AXCEL
Archery, was kept busy in the booth with
retailers stocking up on the company’s new
sights and releases. ■ Huskewaw Optics
made a name for itself with its lineup of
long-range riflescopes, bringing that hard-
earned expertise to the crossbow world.
■ Patrick Meitin has been a big fan of
Lakewood products for years and is always
excited to see the company’s new options
at the big Show. ■ Patrick Meitin believes
in the Pope & Young mission of preserving
the bowhunting tradition and aiding
conservation efforts. ■ Steve Allie, Senior
Marketing Manager for Nexus Outdoors
Inc., shows off one of the newest ScentLok
hunting jackets. ■ Kevin Fry, Vice Presi-
dent of Quality Archery Designs, right, talks
with a retailer about their new Integrate
rest, a new innovation now appearing on
many 2022 flagship bows.

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clockwise from top left: ■ Wildlife
Research Center not only has one of the
most colorful booths at the ATA Show,
but also one of the widest arrays of hunt-
ing scents around. ■ Mark Ambrose,
owner of SA Sports, always has new and
innovative crossbows in his lineup
■ Lisa Royer of Kinseys Inc. talks with
retailers about the benefits of being
a Kinsey’s Dealer, which are vast and
a great way to get the best prices on
archery gear. ■ STAN manufactures a
wide variety of release aids, which are
highly popular with pro shooters as well
as younger shooters with podium aspira-
tions. ■ Left to right, Melanie Debusk,
Brandon Hill and Kelly Kelly of NABA;
a nonprofit association that brings to-
gether one of the biggest buying groups
in archery. ■ Bob Ransom of Primal
Treestands explains the ins, outs and ups
of the company’s Tree Stand Ladder Aid, a
new product that makes it possible to set
up heavy ladder stands alone.

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clockwise from top left: ■ Inside Archery
Executive Editor Patrick Meitin hoists Morrell
Targets’ super-tough Big Roller cube target.
■ SKB’s new Plush Interior bow cases offer
both amazing gear protection and a new look
that is eye catching and high quality. ■ Lonnie
Workman, VP of Sales for PSE Archery, shows
retailer Larry Hendershop Jr. of HP Archery the
new PSE Stealth Mach 1. ■ John and Edward
(left to right) talk with Steve Mack about Scor-
pion Venom’s solid archery lubrication lineup.
■ John Platter, of Outdoor Product Innova-
tions, stops for a quick photo shoot with
a new Rhino Blind R180 See Through Blind.
■ Patrick Meitin took the opportunity to test
fire the new TenPoint Nitro 505 at a Media
Direct Creative media event

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clockwise from top left: ■ Al Perelli, owner
of BIGshot Targets, and Amy Auffert take a
minute away from their busy retailer meeting
schedule to pose with the new BIGshot BigFoot
target. ■ Marc Halverson, Jeanne Chen, and
Ingolf Goetz of Brownell Archery bringing a
new look and lineup to the longtime Brownell
name. ■ The Mantis X8 is an all new archery
training tool that no archer bent on improving
their skills should be without. ■ Patrick Meitin
takes time to chat with old friend Anders Gejer,
left, president of the European Bowhunting
Federation. ■ Becky Wright, co-owner of Bow-
Jax, catches up with Stephen Mack, co-owner
of Apollo Creative Inc. BowJax is a longstanding
creator of archery dampening accessories.
■ Tim Strickland offers a huge array of Helix
Broadheads, in weights from 100 to 250 grains
and with dual and single-bevel edges.

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clockwise from bottom left: ■ Brad 91
Lockwood, owner of Viper Archery Products
(left) and Karen Lutto, Hunter Outdoor Com-
munications, show off some of the newest
Viper sights. ■ Inside Archery’s Executive
Editor Patrick Meitin and AniLogic’s Collin
Riley display the newest Ani-Logics Attrac-
tants. Patrick is holding the new Ani-Signature
Crush Wild Berry, endorsed by Lee and Tiffany
Laskowski. ■ Andy Thorn, right, owner of
Thorn Broadheads, shows Stephen Mack
his newest broadhead design, the Thorn XV
■ Jonathan Kalasinski explains how Heated
Hunts can make deer attractants more appeal-
ing by offering wider reach and at the same
temperature of the real deal.

Minnesota Couple Wins Inside Archery ATA Mathews Bow Giveaway

Inside Archery was one of the very first to thoroughly test drive the 2022 Mathews V3X 29, part of the two-bow
V3X series and the newest offering from the compound bow powerhouse. By now most know about the inge-
nious innovations included in the V3X, including the integrated approach to this series’ shooting accessories.

After testing (December 2021 issue), and anticipating our pilgrimage to ATA Show 2022 and Mathews’
absence from that show due to COVID concerns, we made arrangements with Mathews to take the decked-out
V3X 29 to the Show for display in our Inside Archery booth. Mathews sweetened the pot by allowing us to give
that bow away to one lucky winner. One only needed fill out a
subscription card for Inside Archery or our new Inside Firearms
magazine to be eligible for the drawing the final day of the
show. The Mathews V3X created a lot of excitement!

Congratulations go to Jon and Susan Lammle, owners of
Prairie Archery in Parkers Prairie, Minnesota, who were drawn
from hundreds of participants. They took home the $2,000-
plus fully-assembled and tuned Mathews bow package!

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clockwise from top left: ■ Vantage Point
Archery broadheads are each milled from a single
piece of barstock steel, making them some
of the toughest broadheads on the market.
■ Gary Cornum, VP of Sales and Marketing at
Easton Archery, was excited to celebrate Easton’s
100 Year Anniversary. The name Easton goes
hand in hand with archery. ■ Patrick Meitin was
impressed by the new camouflaged crossbow
scope included in TRUGLO’s vast 2022 product
lineup. ■ Dave Avery of Shot Saver demonstrates
his products’ versatility with in-show training.
■ GAS Bowstrings has emerged as one of the
premier bowstring makers in the industry, trusted
by major bow companies and retailers alike.
■ The new owners of Inside Archery, include (left
to right) Stephen Mack, Marketing and Sales
Director, Patrick Meitin, Executive Editor, and Ed
Rother, Art Director and jack of all trades.

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OUTTECH INNOVATIONS

clockwise from top left: ■ Outtech president Jay
Scholes kicks off Outtech Innovations 2022, a gather-
ing of archery dealers and professionals invited to get
together to share a beer and great food while looking
over the latest Outtech client products. ■ Conquest
Scents was on hand at Outtech Innovations and showing
dealers its new EverCalm Deer Herd Scent. It includes a
collection of scents and smells from actual bedding areas,
formulated to be familiar to deer and used to put deer at
ease around treestands. ■ TrophyLine has become a big
hit with public-lands and backcountry hunters, offering a
full lineup of Tree Saddles, platforms and sticks, packs and
bags and supporting accessories. ■ Redline Bowhunting
made their debut during the 2022 Outtech Innovations
event. Redline Bowhunting is the new force in quality bow
accessories designed for serious bowhunting pursuits.
■ Arizona Archery Enterprises, a.k.a. AAE, has become
an archery powerhouse, offering not only a huge array
of vanes and fletching adhesives, but quality arrow rests
and stabilizers. Dealers got a chance to see all of the latest
at Outtech Innovations 2022. ■ Rinehart Targets is no
stranger to most archery dealers, offering some of the
most realistic and long-lasting targets in the business.
Rinehart was on hand at Outtech Innovations 2022 to
showcase its newest products.

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clockwise from top left:
■ Victory Archery’s Jayson Benttcik
shows some of the company’s newest
arrow and crossbow bolt offerings.
■ Chase Rohlfson, owner of Rubline
Marketing, (2nd from right) meets with
the Antler King team. Rubline Marketing
works with several industry leaders to
bring and keep brands in the spotlight.
■ Elliot Speer of October Mountain
Products shows one of their affordable
and high performance recurve bows.
■ Kris Christensen, who handles Spot-
Hogg press relations, shows off the Fast
Eddie, the longtime flagship of the vast
Spot-Hogg lineup. ■ Peter Godlewski,
owner of Rungu Dualie E-bikes (right)
shows Patrick Metin the benefits of
having two wheels on the front of your
e-bike. ■ Ellie Holmes talks to dealers
about the new ladder-stand models from
Primal Treestands for 2022.

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clockwise from top left:
■ Matrix Target Systems is
touted as one of the most
durable archery targets in
the industry. ■ The Tree
Stand Buddy has become
hugely popular with
dealers, mainly by making
hanging stands much
more safe. ■ Dan Cooper
(right), owner of Cooper
Hunting, shows Steve Mack
the spot and stalk easy
button—the Cooper Hunt-
ing Big Tom Ground Blind.
■ Tom Rainey, Marketing
Director of Browning Trail
Cameras (left) and Execu-
tive Editor Patrick Meitin
talk trail-cam features for
the flagship cameras in
Browning’s 2022 lineup.

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clockwise from top right: ■ Shadow Hunter blinds, under the Summit Outdoors
umbrella, recently acquired Ghost Blind, better rounding out its concealment arsenal.
■ The Archery Trade Association conducted multiple seminars for retailers through-
out the Show, giving tips on shooting, selling and archery education. ■ Bohning
makes perhaps the widest array of arrow accessories in the business. Stephen Mack
stands before just some of the options.

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■ Rogue Bowstrings has earned a
98 solid reputation for producing top-
quality bowstrings and buss cables.
■ Mike Sohm, Owner of Magnus
Broadheads, talks with retailers
about the company’s newest
broadhead lineup. ■ The Redline
Bowhunting team launched a sleek
and hugely functional accessory
lineup at ATA Show 2022, providing
top quality at amazing prices. ■
Stephen Mack discusses the merits
of Lancehead’s coil-spring-fueled
crossbow design with owner and
designer Jon Polanich. ■ Paul
Black, left, owner of Odin’s Innova-
tions, discusses the new 2022 scent
options with Patrick Meitin.

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By My flight required a 2 a.m. wakeup be- products function, and most impor-
Patrick fore braving an hour and a half of tantly, how they promise to make ar-
Meitin snowy, icy roads. Even down at Lew- chery more enjoyable or bowhunting
iston, Idaho, the 750-foot elevation airport efforts more productive for your custom-
parking lot was a virtual skating rink. After
that zero-dark-thirty adventure, various cross- ers. These are facets that translate
country flights and laborious layovers resulted directly into sure sales and improved
in almost 20 hours of travel time. Then a foot of profits at the retail level.
rare upper Deep South snow arrived to blanket
the ground and bring road traffic to a stand- New products obviously drive ar-
still. The Omicron menace, of course, was on all chery and bowhunting retail, bringing
of our minds, causing many of the industry’s customers through shop doors looking
biggest manufactures to sit out of the 2022 ATA for the next addition to their carefully as-
Trade Show. sembled bag of tricks, an upgrade to their
existing outfit or an impulse buy when a piece
Was it all worth it? Without a doubt! It would of gear proves exciting enough to break down
take more than a little sleep deprivation, bad the resistance of parting with hard-earned
weather and a virus to keep the Inside Archery cash. To follow are some of the best
team away from the biggest event in archery.
examples of those products—the next
After arrival, we cobbled together our booth best things, the newest upgrades and
and physically distributed 3,000 issues of our
huge 132-page January issue to area hotels. And the sexy gear sure to inspire im-
then with the 2022 ATA Show’s opening, we went pulse buys and long-term cus-
to work seeking the newest, most exciting and tomer satisfaction.
innovative products of the New Year. We took
the time to talk to individual manufacturers Elevation
directly, to help better understand how these
Elevation’s Encompass Bino
MGS (Modular Gear System)
Harness elevates any hunt
by keeping optics protected,
secure and instantly accessible. It
includes a dual-magnetic closure system that
allows one-handed operation, while the fully
encased 7.5-by-5.5-by-1.75-inch pouch pro-
vides maximum protection. The ergonomic
strap system allows six points of adjustments
for a custom fit. The neoprene sheathed case
features quick-connect buckles for quick on
and off use. The system sports four strate-
gically placed stretch pockets, a rear dump
pouch and front zippered pocket to organize
additional gear like game calls. The package
comes with lens cloth and tree strap. Visit
elevationequipped.com to learn more.

.30-06 Outdoors

Chunk Targets from .30-06 Outdoors offer five
sides of practical shooting practice. The Chunk
target brand includes faces holding the three
most popular faces in target archery—10-Ring,
5-Spot and 3-Spot Vegas faces. The fourth and
fifth faces are printed with realistic white-
tail and turkey images. Chunk targets also in-
clude strategically placed, mini orange dots
on most of the sides to really challenge the
shooter. U.S.A.-made Chunk targets are offered
in Baby Chunk and Daddy Chunk sizes, each

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