MAY 2024 51 INSIDEARCHERY.COM cally during the shot. There are five sizes to fit any crossbolt diameter. Remember, too, that not all customers have the space required to sight in their crossbow to its full potential, making .30-06’s affordable Crossbow Sighting Target an easy add-on sale. This unique target system allows dialing any crossbow scope shooting from 280 to 500 fps in for ranges from 20 to 80-100-plus yards while shooting from just 20 yards. Whether marking turrets or adjusting ballistic reticles, shots can be taken from just 20 yards with each yardage setting and compared to mathematically established, vertically-arranged dots to precisely sight in each yardage setting. This eliminates the need for a larger space, saves time, and makes it less likely bolts will be lost or broken. Comfort and/or the ease of carrying that new crossbow into the field is another easy sales pitch. Crossbows have become lighter, but they still don’t offer the natural carrying ease of a balanced traditional or compound bow. This makes a detachable shoulder sling an easy sell. For instance, Barnett offers the Quick Detach Crossbow Sling designed to withstand any weather conditions while reducing sliding or bouncing while accessing stands or stalking via a non-slip comfort design with a large thumbhole loop. The quick-release clips are a decided plus. The .30-06 Outdoors Pioneer Sling & Stick provides still more appeal by offering a shoulder sling that quickly converts to a steadying shooting stick. Customers get carrying comfort, but also a quick-deploy shooting stick to make the best of every hard-earned shot opportunity, whether sitting in a stand or blind, or stalking game. It is also made to last, including steel swivels, heavy-duty construction, and reinforced stitching in a padded, non-slip design with a thumb loop. It is cloaked in Dirt Road Camo. It is height adjustable from 18 to 36 inches and includes variable tension and height settings It is also compatible with shotguns and rifles for multi-season hunters. As a dealer looking out for the interests of every customer, you should also be selling maintenance, protection, and preparation. Most emphatically, crossbow owners should keep string wax, rail lube, and lubricant in their crossbow kit. This is made easy with .30-06 Outdoors’ Crossbow SNOT 3-Pack, which includes StringSNOT Odorless String Wax to protect buss cables and the bowstring, RailSNOT Crossbow Rail Lube to eliminate serving wear and prolong bowstring life, and BowSNOT Parts Oiler Pen for cams, safeties, and triggers. All of these products are 100 percent odorless and waterproof. For customers operating in dusty conditions, .30-06’s odorless Black Ice Crossbow Dry Glide applies wet but dries quickly so it won’t gather dirt and debris that can cause string wear, or gather in the trigger assembly to gum it up in cold weather. Scorpion Venom Archery is also a mainstay in this arena, with products such as the company’s Crossbow Rail Lube or Crossbow Care Kit. The former is a waterproof and odor-free chemical formula that provides extreme slickness without a tacky makeup that might attract trash or cause wax build-up that can cause string wear. Only one or two passes of the mess-free applicator are required for .30-06 Outdoors Crossbow Snot Pack & Black Ice Dry Glue .30-06 Outdoors Pioneer Sling & Stick Scorpion Venom Crossbow Rail Lube & Polymeric Bowstring Fluid Barnett Quick Detach Crossbow Sling .30-06 Outdoors Crossbow Sighting Target
52 INSIDE ARCHERY MAY 2024 long-lasting protection. The latter option combines performance-enhancing formulas for all crossbow needs, including Arrow Release Fluid for easier extraction of bolts from tough foam targets, waterproof/odorless Polymeric Bowstring Fluid to coat and lubricate strings and cables while also restoring string colors, and the aforementioned Crossbow Rail Lube to create a slippery microfilm on crossbow rails to reduce friction and wear without debris-attracting tack. Protecting their investment is also something crossbow customers can get behind. .30-06 offers five quality padded case options, from more substantial 37-by-18-by-11.5-inch Cross Coffin and 34-by-19-by-11-inch Cross Coffin Mini Crossbow options with multiple accessory/bolt pouches, to more streamlined options like the 42-by-29-by-8-inch Alpha Crossbow Case, 39-by-23-by-8-inch Alpha-Mini Crossbow Case, or 45-by-32-byBarnett Premium Sled Rope, Rope, and Premium Hook Rope Cocking Devices Barnett HyperFlite Lighted Arrows & .30-06 20-inch Carbon Bolt Arrow Box
MAY 2024 INSIDEARCHERY.COM 11-inch Classic Crossbow Case. All include heavy-duty construction, heavy protective padding and carry/backpack straps. Many modern crossbows come with sophisticated cocking winches, but preparing for the worst by stashing a backup rope cocking device in that padded case can save a hunt. Barnett Outdoors offers several options, like the Hook Style Rope Cocking Device, Premium Rope Cocking Device, or Premium Sled-Style Rope Cocking Device. All reduce cocking effort by 50 percent and are highly ergonomic. Today’s ready-to-shoot crossbow kits typically come with three appropriate bolts, but it is usually easy enough to talk a customer into purchasing spares, reminding them that shooting a single doe or even a rabbit could leave them short. One super-affordable option is .30-06’s 20- inch Carbon Bolt Arrow Box, which holds 72 universal 20-inch bolts with half-moon nocks and is designed for today’s highperformance crossbows. Keep in mind that some crossbows, such as the latest from Barnett, might require more specialized bolts, such as the company’s HyperFlite .204-inch diameter design. IA clockwise from top: .30-06 Outdoors Alpha Crossbow Case, Classic Crossbow Case, Alpha-Mini Crossbow Case, Cross Coffin Mini Crossbow Case & Cross Coffin Crossbow Case
54 INSIDE ARCHERY MAY 2024 INSIDE THE INDUSTRY LEADING ARCHERY MANUFACTURERS parent company Quadel, the 2 indicating that this was the company’s second venture, and the “i” standing for incorporated—was established in 2015. Quadel Industries has been involved in the plastics manufacturing business for more than 40 years. Eric and Connie Luckman took over the company in 2006 and now have a 3rd generation coming up and working today. Although Q2i Archery would not exist without the Luckmans, manager Jody Wheeler is likely the face most associated with the company, representing Q2i at trade shows and other archery functions. But there is also a dedicated team behind the scenes working hard to manufacture what many consider the most durable vanes in the business, in addition to accounting, shipping, purchasing, customer service, sales, warranty, and quality control personnel who create the pleasant experiences Q2i customers have come to expect. After Quadel acquired Norway Industries a great deal of time and money continued to be invested to improve the manufacturing processes and provide quality products to archers around the globe. Q2i Archery continually strives to maintain its tight specifications, while also providing the company’s renowned adhesion qualities without the added time and expense of primers and solvents. All Q2i products are proudly manufactured in the United States of America. Q2i offers a multitude of hugely popular vane styles, but the Fusion II high point, shield-cut vane remains a fan favorite. At .55 inches tall and 2.1 inches long, the Fusion II has established an enviable reputation for superior accuracy. When Q2i reduced the height of that vane to .45-inch in the X Series, the Fusion XII 2.1-inch vane became a new favorite from the 1.5- to 4.0-inch lineup. The Fusion XII series provides the ideal vane for three- or four-fletch hunting or competition fletching configurations, Quadel Industries utilizes most of this space manufacturing a wide range of products using its roto and injection molding, rubber compression, and extrusion capabilities, as well as the process used to manufacture Q2i vanes. For instance, Quadel manufactures water tanks up to 2,500 gallons, portable wash stations and portable toilets, mesh bags, seedling protectors, and many custom products for other companies. Many in the industry will remember Norway Industries, an iconic company that brought archery the original DuraVane and Fusion fletchings. After decades as a leader in the archery industry Norway Industries’ original owner, Tom Coffman, passed away. When the family was unable to continue doing business, Quadel Industries stepped in as the new owner. Those original Norway vanes were manufactured using the process of plastic extrusion. Quadel Industries was already making many products using this very process, so acquiring Norway Industries made for an easy transition, and Q2i Archery was born. Q2i Archery—representing the Q from Q BY INSIDE ARHCERY STAFF as the lower profile better manages today’s longer shots, or windy conditions, while still maintaining all-important accuracy. The SL Series, with its super low, greater-clearance .35-inch profile, has also become a big seller. The SL 1.75- inch in a four-fletch configuration has proven very accurate, though this series is available in options from 1.5 to 4.0 inches—the shorter versions becoming especially popular with FITA and 3D target shooters. Longer SL Series vanes work well with indoor spots in combination with fatter line-cutter shafts where clearance issues may exist. Q2i reintroduced ZEON vanes, which provide maximum in-flight visibility without the need for a lighted nock, as they absorb UV light and transfer it to the vane edges like fiber-optic sight pins creating brighter aiming points. These are particularly popular with bowhunters who want to know exactly where they have hit an animal following a stress-filled shot. Q2i vanes might be most notable for their uncompromising adhesion qualities. All Q2i vanes incorporate the company’s patented DUO-POLY cup/base. The black cup material includes a different makeup than the primary vane material, the two co-extruded into a single vane. There are three plastics in that black cup, which allows a zeroprep, glue-and-stick fletching experience resulting in a nearly permanent arrow bond. Customers also appreciate that Q2i vane specs remain dead-nuts consistent compared to certain other vane manufacturers while performing flawlessly in hot or cold temperatures. Not a company to rest on its laurels, Q2i is constantly looking for new ways to serve its customer base. Based on customer requests, Q2i is adding Griff-X 2.3-inch and Fusion XII SL 2.1-inch options to the ZEON line—two profiles that should make great additions to the edgeglow lineup. Griff-X vanes, which follow the original Duravane profile, are also available in three lengths from 1.8 to 3.0 Q2i Archery 2i Archery is a trusted supplier of cuttingedge synthetic arrow vanes, operating out of Coos Bay, Oregon, where all manufacturing for the archery division is conducted. Q2i Archery operates under the umbrella of its parent company Quadel Industries on 3.5 acres and from 50,000 square feet of office, warehouse, and manufacturing space.
MAY 2024 INSIDEARCHERY.COM 55 inches. Q2i is also in the process of testing materials that provide a stiffer, lighter-weight vane compatible with today’s drop-away arrow rests, as well as softer materials to pair with recurve bows. Like most companies today, Q2i Archery has had to manage not only supply issues but the never-ending increase in raw materials and transportation costs. Fortunately, due to the other products manufactured by Quadel Industries and the parent company’s purchasing power, Q2i did not have any shutdowns and experienced minimal issues in filling orders to dealers and archery shops. Q2i Archery does not take its success for granted and is quick to acknowledge the support they have received from its OEM arrow and bolt manufacturers, distributors, dealers and, of course, those archers from around the world who trust and continue to use Q2i vanes for their important hunts and drive to climb target competition podiums. Q2i has gained the loyal following of those major manufacturers and worldwide customers by focusing on uncompromising quality, accuracy, and ease of fletching. Shop owners might be surprised—after inspecting their arrow and bolt inventory more closely and discovering Q2i’s black cup bases—to realize how many Q2i vanes are already in their shops. Q2i always welcomes new dealers and is happy to send free samples for those who wish to perform their own testing. Q2i Archery is also a full-service fletching company, offering handy tools such as their ZIP Strip de-fletching tool, and durable Steel Bond Fletching Glue, just as examples. Check them out by visiting q2iarchery.com. IA clockwise from top: ■ Q2i Archery’s booth in full display at the 2024 ATA Trade Show. ■ Fusion X-II 2.1-inch vanes. ■ Griff-X 2.3-inch vanes. ■ Steel Bond Fletch Glue. ■ ZipStrip. ■ Q2i archery owners Eric and Connie Luckman. ■ Angus Moss (left) and Jody Wheeler on hand at the ATA Trade Show.
56 INSIDE ARCHERY MAY 2024 Photo courtesy of S3DA Archery
MAY 2024 57 INSIDEARCHERY.COM The release of an arrow doesn’t always have to correlate to the reward of harvesting a big buck. It can be just as much of an accomplishment to hit a 10-ring during your local 3D tournament, and that is why the love for recreational archery is continually growing. Let’s take a look at a gamut of new and noteworthy recreational and target archery products that will increase the enjoyment of shooting a bow and help bring anyone’s skills to the next level. Serious Target Compound Bows BOWTECH • Bowtech’s proven Reckoning Gen2 39 was designed based on feedback from professional archers and is driven by Bowtech’s ultra-accurate DeadLock Cam System. The Reckoning Gen2 39 provides the choice of Long or Medium Cam setups. Long Cam brace height is 7.18 inches, draw length 29.5 to 33.5 inches, mass weight 5 pounds, and arrows are launched at IBO speeds of 320 fps. Medium Cam brace height is 6.75 inches, draw length 26.5-30.5 inches, mass weight 4.9 pounds, and IBO speed 326 fps. The Reckoning Gen2 39 features an axle-to-axle length of 39 inches and is available in peak draw weights of 50, 60, and 70 pounds. The Deadlock Cam makes setup and fine tuning quick and simple. Other features include a FLX Guard cable containment, GripLock and Dual Lock Pocket— all designed to enhance accuracy. Learn more at bowtecharchery.com. MARTIN ARCHERY • Martin Archery’s Legend includes a shoot-through riser and a plethora of features designed for serious target archers. Key specs include an IBO speed rating of 338 fps, 6 7/8-inch brace height, 37.5- inch axle-to-axle span, up to 90 percent let-off, and peak draw weights of 50, 55, 60, 65, and 75 pounds. Two different draw length options, including LD 28.5-31.5 inches, or SD 25.5- 28.5 inches are available. The shootthrough riser eliminates riser flex and creates superior balance. The NXT Target-Ready cams take shooting to the next level by eliminating cam lean and evenly transferring weight through the string during the draw cycle. All these features culminate in a well-designed target bow. Learn more at martinarchery.com. MATHEWS ARCHERY • Mathews’ Title Series is the most stable, repeatable, and accurate bow the company has yet designed. The Title is available in 36 and 38 models with corresponding axle-to-axle specs. The 36 features a 6.5-inch brace height and the 38 a 7-inch brace height. The BY JACK BORCHERDING
58 INSIDE ARCHERY MAY 2024 Title 36 has an IBO rating of up to 333 fps, whereas the Title 38 has a 330 IBO rating. Both can be ordered with peak draw weights of 50, 55, 60, 65, or 70 pounds. The Title 36 is compatible with draw lengths between 25 and 30.5 inches, while the Title 38 accommodates even longer draw lengths. Let-off options of 70, 75, or 80 percent are offered. The 36 hits the scales at 4.49 pounds, and the 38 weighs 4.56 pounds. Mathews’ Switchweight Cam system was engineered to provide maximum efficiency combined with an ultra-smooth draw cycle and locked-in feel while at full draw for improved repeatability. The Anchor Weight System includes up to 8 ounces of brass to shift the center of gravity below the grip for a more balanced feel after the shot. Pair this with Mathews’ BridgeLock carbon target bar and shooters get a series competition bow. Learn more at mathewsinc.com. ELITE ARCHERY • Elite Archery’s Verdict measures 37.75 inches between the axles and includes a 7.125-inch brace features elevating archers to the top of their game. The HBT cams have more adjustability than ever, draw length adjustments made in ¼-inch increments, and let-off options of 65, 70, or 75 percent and archer’s choice of hard back or soft back wall are possible. Three different modular grip angle options, Integrate rest mounting and seven different color options are part of the package. Learn more at hoyttarget.com. PRIME ARCHERY • Prime introduced their RVX Series for 2024, the RVX 36 a 36-inch axle-to-axle version that expands on the features of last year’s Revex and proves perfect for target shooting. It provides an IBO speed of 332 fps, a 6.75-inch brace height, and draw length range of 27.5 to 31.5 inches. Peak draw weights from 40 to 80 pounds are available in this 4.6-pound bow. The RVX’s new Inline Cam System creates a more efficient and stable shooting platform. The RVX 36 includes removable spacers between cams and limbs that can be removed with the help of a height, 5-pound mass, 25.5- to 31-inch draw length span and 40-, 50-, 60-, 65-, and 70-pound peak draw weight options. The bow’s 90 percent let-off produces IBO arrow speeds of 332 fps. The Verdict provides nearly limitless let-off adjustments through the V3 Mod’s easy sliding let-off feature, which allows fine-tuning holding weight to the exact percentage desired. The machined dual cage riser makes up more than 92 percent of this bow’s 37 ¾-inch profile. Tunability is made even more easy with the S.E.T. Technology (Simplified Exact Tuning). Learn more at elitearchery.com. HOYT • Hoyt introduced the Stratos in 2023 with four options, including the Stratos 36 HBT, Stratos 40 HBT, Stratos 36 SVX and Stratos 40 SVX. Here we will use the Stratos 36 HBT as an example. Important specs include 36 ½ inches between the axles, 318 fps IBO arrow speeds, 7 ⅜-inch brace height, peak draw weights from 30 to 70 pounds, and a mass weight of 4.9 pounds. From the shoot-through riser to the HBT cams this bow is full of Bowtech Reckoning Gen2 39 Martin Legend 730 Mathews Title 36 Elite Verdict
MAY 2024 INSIDEARCHERY.COM bow press to aid in tuning and Picatinny sight mounting is now included. A new flex cable guard and Swerve Riser design combine to help create a well-balanced and straight-shooting system. Learn more at g5prime.com. PSE-ARCHERY • New for 2024, the PSE Supra X 40 is available with three different cam options that provide various specs. Depending on which cam is chosen, brace height will be either 7-⅞ or 7 ½ inches. The axle-to-axle length is 40 inches and the IBO rating is either 320 fps or 330 fps, with let-off spanning from 65 to 75 percent. Draw length spans of 28-33.5, 24-30, or 27.5-31.5 inches can be chosen, based on cam systems. Peak draw weights of 40, 50, and 60 pounds are offered. The 4.9-pound Supra X 40 is built using PSE’s Full Draw Stability Technology, which actively reduces torque to wring the most accuracy out of every shot. The EX.220 Snap spacer system makes for quick tuning and cam-lean adjustments to create a clean arrow flight fast. Learn more at psearchery.com. Recreational & Target Recurves BEAR ARCHERY • The Little Bear by Bear Archery is perfect for youngsters looking for an age-appropriate bow just like dad’s traditional bow. The new Little Bear is available in 20- or 25-pound draw weights, right- and left-hand dexterity, and brown or green fiberglass finishes. The clear maple riser is elegant but sturdy and the bow includes a 48-inch AMO length. It weighs less than a pound. The leather strike plate ensures easy accuracy and Bear Hair Rest comes standard, and two different finish options are available. Learn more at beararchery.com. WESTERN RECREATION • New for 2024, Western Recreation’s Celtic Takedown Recurve is a beautiful traditional bow including a handsome combination of Dymondwood, white oak, hard maple, paddock, and black fiberglass with reinforced tips. The overall length is 62 inches, and it features a clean limb pocket design. The riser is drilled and tapped for any common accessory, and Hoyt Stratos 36 HBT Prime RVX 36 PSE Supra X 40
60 INSIDE ARCHERY MAY 2024 it comes with a feather rest on the shelf. The Celtic includes a 7 ½- to 8 ¼-inch brace height and is offered in right- and left-hand options with draw weights of 30 to 55 pounds at 28 inches. Learn more at shopwri.com. HOYT • Hoyt GMX 3 was engineered for serious target shooting, including its 25-inch long, 2.9-pound GMX 3 Series riser that can be configured in four different total length options based on limb selection—66 inches with short limbs, 68 inches with medium limbs, 70 inches with long limbs and 73 inches with extra-long limbs. The limb pockets include a 360-degree pocket dampener to reduce vibration at every axis, which is replaceable with 1-ounce weight options to further customize balance. Tiller bolt features radial laser etched marks for repeatable tiller and weight adjustment alignment. The riser is enhanced with Dynamic Balance Design—DBD for short. DBD shifts more of the riser’s mass to the top and bottom limb pockets, increasing outboard inertia. This lends the riser a very stable feel during the draw cycle and especially during arrow launch. The GMX 3 riser coupled with Foam Core or Resin Core limbs is a winning combination destined for the podium. Learn more at hoyttarget.com. On-Target Arrows VICTORY ARCHERY • Victory’s V-Tac23 is a large-diameter arrow with a custom 3K 90-degree weave that provides unparalleled durability and is less prone to damage from tail slap. This construction also allows for faster arrow recovery following launch. The V-Tac23 was specifically designed with WAF, FITA, and NFAA shooters in mind. Every V-Tac23 shaft is digitally spine-aligned and every dozen arrow weight sorted to within +/- .5-grain for increased accuracy and shot-to-shot consistency. ICE Nano ceramic coating increases arrow durability and allows them to be removed from high-density foam targets more easily. The V-Tac23 is available in .270, .380, and .480 spines, providing an option for every tournament archer. Learn more at victoryarchery.com. ALTRA ARROW • New Altra Arrows are offered in Centrum 23 and 27 options specifically for target shooters. These are high-diameter line-cutters made from high-grade carbon fiber and using cutting-edge manufacturing processes to create NO SPINE Technology. Centrum Limited, with +/- .003-inch straightness tolerances, and Centrum Premier, with +/- .001-inch tolerances, are available. Both are weight matched to +/- 1 grain and all include premium aluminum and stainless steel components, which must be purchased separately. NO SPINE Technology makes tuning faster and easier through greater consistency. They are sold as raw shafts only and are 32 inches long as delivered. Centrum 23 shafts include a .300 spine and weigh 8.3 gpi, while Centrum 27 shafts are .200 spine and weigh 8.9 gpi. Learn more at altraarrows.com. EASTON ARCHERY • Easton’s X10 4mm Parallel Pro is an easy-tuning hybrid aluminum/carbon shaft compatible with recurve, compound, target, field, and barebow shooting. They are constructed of high-strength carbon fiber bonded to a precision 7075 alloy core. The weight-coded shafts can be easily paired with Easton’s highquality 4mm points, nocks, pins, and other arrow components. The X10 4mm Parallel Pro is available in 15 different spines from .250 to .1150. They include top-grade straightness tolerances of +/- .001- inch and a weight tolerance of +/- .5-grain per dozen. Learn more at eastonarchery.com. BLACK EAGLE ARROWS • PS27 Premium Signature Series arrows by Black Eagle are 100 percent carbon shafts developed by 2017 IBO Champion Dan McCarthy. They were designed to the highest tolerances possible, including +/- .001-inch or better straightness and +/- 1-grain weightmatched tolerances in a maximum diameter competition arrow. They come in 32-inch shafts with .300 or .350 spine options—featuring a .380-inch inner diameter, and .420-inch outside diameter for .300-spine shafts, and .417-inch for .350 spine shafts. Additional arrow components can be purchased to create a completely custom arrow setup. Learn more at blackeaglearrows.com. CARBON EXPRESS • New for 2024 from Carbon Express, Tank 23D target arrows feature proprietary diamond weave construction creating unparalleled spine consistency and tolerances of +/- .002- Bear Archery Little Bear Western Recreation Celtic Takedown Hoyt GMX 3 Series
MAY 2024 INSIDEARCHERY.COM inch. They also have a straightness tolerance of +/- .0025-inch and each dozen is weight-matched within +/- 1 grain. This consistency ensures every arrow will be tuned to ensure true and consistent flight. They come with BullDog Nock Collars to protect from knock-end impacts. Carbon Express Tank 23D Target arrows are available in three spine options, including .350, .400, and .500. Learn more at feradyne.com/carbon-express/. GOLD TIP • Gold Tip’s Triple X Pro Target Arrows have top-of-the-line straightness tolerance and best-in-class weight tolerances. With straightness tolerances of +/- .001-inch and each dozen weightmatched to within +/- .5-grain, these arrows are engineered for pure accuracy. The 27/64-inch diameter meets the cutoff for IBO and Vegas tournaments while providing a line-cutting advantage that helps boost target scores. Learn more at goldtip.com. Target-Ready Hip Quivers BOHNING ARCHERY • No one likes an uncomfortable quiver while touring a 3D course, and that is why Bohning Archery released the Black Sky Adult Target Quiver. Customers can carry all the arrows they want in four different, high capacity and durable arrow tubes. A large, double-zippered storage compartment holds other essential gear. An easy-access OMP Shift Ambidextrous Field Quiver .30-06 Deluxe Target Quiver With Belt Bohning Black Sky Adult Target Quiver Victory V-Tac23 Altra Centrum 23 Easton X10 4mm Parallel Pro Black Eagle PS27 Premium Signature Series Carbon Express Tank 23D Gold Tip Triple X Pro
62 INSIDE ARCHERY MAY 2024 mesh pencil compartment and water-repellent finish keep gear handy when needed and safe in any weather condition. The quiver is compatible with belts up to three inches wide. Learn more at bohning.com. .30-06 OUTDOORS • The new .30-06 Deluxe Target Quiver with Belt is an accessory customers won’t want to head to the range without. It is constructed using heavy duty stitching and moisture-resistant materials. The hip quiver helps organize any type of arrow with three different arrow compartments. On the outside of the quiver, there is a 6-by-8-inch compartment to hold any other accessories that might be needed. The Deluxe Target Quiver also comes with a belt and is ready for serious tournament action. Learn more at 30-06outdoors.com. OCTOBER MOUNTAIN PRODUCTS (OMP) • Do you have left-handed customers looking for a target quiver that will work for them? Then look no further than the OMP Shift Ambidextrous Field Quiver. This quiver quickly and easily switches from right- to left-hand configurations. Specifically designed for recreational, 3D, and target archery, the quiver features four arrow tubes, a zippered storage pocket, and nylon Drings to clip on essential archery accessories. Learn more at octobermountainproducts.com. Targeted Stabilizers AXCEL • Designed specifically for compound and recurve target bows, the new AXCEL CarboFlax Acclaim 500 stabilizer is made in the U.S.A., offering the stiffest .50-inch diameter stabilizer on the market to handle the heaviest draw weights and vibrations. The CarboFlax Acclaim 500 features Axcel’s XVibe Vibration Dampener, which attaches to the outer diameter of the carbon rod and pinches rubber tight against the carbon with a 3-ounce stainless steel weight. This provides spectacular shock absorption during the initial bowstring cut-way that continues throughout the remainder of the shot cycle. The X-Vibe Dampener can be clamped on the stabilizer rod anywhere it is needed to maximize balance and vibration control. This stabilizer series is available in 24-, 27-, 30- and 33-inch lengths, with 10-, 12- and 15-inch sidebars also offered. Each CarboFlax Acclaim 500 Stabilizer comes with one 2-ounce/1-inch diameter weight and one 1-ounce/1-inch diameter weight, plus the 3-ounce X-VIBE Vibration Dampener. Learn more at truball.com. STOKERIZED • The Stokerized M1 Target Stabilizer was designed to be the ultimate small-diameter target stabilizer, including a slim .563-inch outside diameter. Stokerized manufactured the M1 Target Stabilizer from the stiffest high modular carbon fibers available to help eliminate vibration and completely cancel dynamic shot movement. Every stabilizer comes with black stainless steel weights and DSD dampeners to reduce vibration. The M1 Target Stabilizer Series are available in four different lengths, including 24, 27, 30 and 33 inches, allowing customers to customize their target setup. Learn more at vaportrailarchery.com. VIPER ARCHERY • New from Viper Archery, U.S.A.-made X-Strike Target Stabilizers feature machined aluminum end caps and ¾-inch carbon fiber rods, making them ready for any target outfit. The stiff carbon rod is lightweight and comes with two 1-ounce end weights. Additional weights can be purchased separately to customize the balance to any customer’s desires. X-Strike Target Stabilizers are available in 12 different lengths from 6 to 36 inches. Learn more at viperarcheryproducts.com. AXCEL CarboFlax Acclaim 500 Stabilizer Stokerized M1 Target Stabilizer Viper Archery X-Strike Target Stabilizer
MAY 2024 INSIDEARCHERY.COM 63 Handy Targets DELTA MCKENZIE TARGETS • The New Bigfoot 3D Archery Target from Delta McKenzie is the perfect target for that novelty shot at the club. Handcrafted to resemble a life-sized Bigfoot, it makes for a unique and exciting target for any range or club. It includes enhanced durability, as it is constructed from highquality materials to withstand repeated abuse. The Bigfoot target was molded from an upgraded foam formula to last even longer than ever. Add excitement and fun with the Delta McKenzie Bigfoot 3D Target. Learn more at dmtargets.com BIGSHOT TARGETS • Nothing beats shooting a 3D course with exotic animals. One new animal recently added to the BIGshot Real Wild collection is the Axis Deer. This target mimics a real wild axis buck standing 40 inches tall with antlers reaching 28 inches atop its head. Its 12-inch torso is anDelta McKenzie Bigfoot 3D BIGshot Real Wild Axis Deer .30-06 Outdoors 10-Ring Mini Paper Target Maple Leaf Press Tic-Tac-Toe Target
64 INSIDE ARCHERY MAY 2024 atomically correct and super durable due to its EZ Pull foam construction. Add more variety and realism to your shop’s range or your customers’ personal 3D courses with the new BIGshot Real Wild 3D Axis Deer. Learn more at bigshottargets.com. .30-06 OUTDOORS • The new 10-Ring Mini Paper Target by .30-06 is a 50 percent scaled-down version of the 40cm full-size target. These targets help focus aiming or provide precise practice at shorter ranges. They also are perfect novelty targets. Targets are designed like Post-It Notes, including a stacked pad design with self-sticking adhesive to make target replacement fast and easy. They include a full-color 10-ring design and are available in 20- or 100-count packs. Learn more at 30-06outdoors.com. MAPLE LEAF PRESS • Maple Leaf Press offers a full line of indoor, outdoor, and World Archery Field Targets. Being the official target face of most international target competitions and organizations, Maple Leaf Targets are important for practice and official use. From four-color 10-Ring to novelty game targets, Maple Leaf Targets offers a target face for any archery game, from official to fun. Customers can also try their hand at tictac-toe. Tic-Tac-Toe Targets Combine the simple game of three in a row, along with FITA/NFAA scoring rings to play the game while also testing shooting skills. Learn more at mapleleafpress.com. Additional Target Necessities LANCASTER ARCHERY SUPPLY • Customers can keep puffy clothing out of the bowstring’s path with Lancaster Archery Supply’s Chest Guard. The Chest Guard features an outer layer of mesh for added breathability, as well as a three point QuivAR • Winner of the 2024 ATA New Technology Award, QuivAR revolutionizes archery training, seamlessly integrating cutting-edge technology with any existing gear. The app employs a patent-pending AR engine and LiDAR arrow detection and measurement algorithm, turning any smartphone into a useful archery tool. Post-shot, through a simple target scan, QuivAR can overlay lifelike internal animal anatomy on 2D and 3D targets, capture and score shots, and track statistics for analyzing progress. Connect globally, sharing scores, sessions, and AR-enhanced experiences, while competitive features and skill-building games enrich shooters’ archery journey. No extra gear—just a bow, arrows, and the app on your phone. Experience the evolution of archery training by giving QuivAR a try and unlock every archer’s full potential. Learn more by visiting QuivAR.app. Lancaster Archery Chest Guard Bow Spider Pro Suspenders Easton 4mm Match Grade Half Outs Pine Ridge Tri-Pod Kwik Stand TargetTack in new teal colors
MAY 2024 INSIDEARCHERY.COM 65 adjustable strap with an easy disconnect system. It is available in right- and lefthand options, and five different sizes. Learn more at lancasterarchery.com. BOW SPIDER • Packing your bow setup around a 3D course can become tiring, but Bow Spider’s Pro Suspenders can help lighten the load. Designed for the minimalist archer, the new 3-inchwide padded Pro Suspenders straps allow comfortably packing bows with the Bow Spider bow packing system. The Bow Spider system is a very simple concept, including a bow-attached aluminum stud and injection molded receiver that attaches to a belt, pack—or the Pro Suspenders. The gravity-locking system holds bows securely but also allows instant access with minimal effort. Learn more at bowspider.com. EASTON ARCHERY • The 4mm Match Grade Half Outs by Easton offers a highstance for any bow. With the addition of the new tripod third leg, the weight and stance of the bow is even more stabilized through the adjustment of an easily manipulated locking screw. For customers who already own a Kwik Stand, the third tripod leg adjustment can be purchased as a stand-alone and attached. Learn more at pineridgearchery.com. TARGETTACK • TargetTack offers the easiest and best way to secure any paper or vinyl target to any backstop. Bag targets, cardboard targets, foam targets, it doesn’t matter! The reusable TargetTack has a patent-pending three-edged, serrated design to hold targets tight and make target shooting more troublefree. They are now available in original orange, and newer pink, teal and lime green colors, and high-count bulk packs for target clubs and ranges, and in 1- and 3-inch versions to serve any target need. Learn more at targettackllc.com. IA quality component option. Crafted with insights from top archers and pro shops, these half-out inserts create the most durable protection for 4mm arrows. The two-piece design incorporates a sleeved impact collar that is permanently fused to the post to substantially cover the front of the arrow and increase impact protection. The half-outs are available in 55-, 75-, 100- and 150-grain options, and each is labeled for easy identification. A self-centering orange silicone fit ring optimizes point alignment and ensures a zero-tolerance component fit. Learn more at eastonarchery.com. PINE RIDGE ARCHERY • Pine Ridge Archery’s new Tri-Pod Kwik Stand conveniently holds any bow brand or model in the standing position and on any surface to keep cams and accessories out of dirt and debris. The Kwik stand’s adjustable jaws are quickly removable and the legs are adjustable to provide the best
66 INSIDE ARCHERY MAY 2024 Five Questions with FOB Archery INSIDE THE INDUSTRY INDUSTRY 5Q FOB Archery approached the task of fletching and stabilizing target and hunting arrows a little differently by adopting an unconventional angle. Their unique angle to arrow fletching is a complete departure from the norm, but once a customer gives the concept a try they will quickly see the advantages to the approach, first from a standpoint of convenience, and secondly from the advantages realized in arrow stability. Inside Archery sat down with Brink Bowers and Will Scott, Co-Owners of FOB Archery, to gain more insight. ensured consistent flight shot after shot so we would not have to spend valuable time fletching arrows. What advantages does FOB Archery have over traditional fletchings? ■ FOB Archery fletchings can be installed in just seconds. They are extremely durable. They reduce wind drift and offer superior aerodynamics. Their pop-off feature results in less drag and deeper penetration during pass-through shots on big game. FOB Archery’s injectionmolding process also guarantees all FOB fletchings are exactly the same for more consistent accuracy and impact. What tips can you offer to a retailer to help convince their customers to give FOB fletchings a try? ■ The key to convincing customers to try FOB Archery fletchings is to simply demonstrate to them the real advantages of the design. Large among these is showing them how they will never have to waste time re-fletching arrows again. What benefits does FOB Archery offer dealers to help them turn a profit and become more successful retailers? ■ FOB Archery offers dealers 50 percent margins and allows low minimum order quantities, so they get high returns for their investment and are not required to tie up vital capital purchasing huge amounts of product. To learn more about FOB Archery go to at fobarchery.com. IA four seconds while leaving archers instantly ready for shooting. FOB Archery fletchings also stabilize field points and broadheads as well or better than conventional fletchings. FOB Archery fletchings require only removing the knock from the back of the arrow shaft, sliding the FOB onto the shaft, and returning the nock into the rear of the arrow to hold the FOB in place. It takes only seconds and requires no glue, jigs, or extra tools to install. What was the inspiration behind launching FOB Archery and how did the company get its start? ■ FOB Archery was conceived by a group of bowhunters who had become frustrated by the persistent problems presented by traditional fletchings—fletchings ripping off or becoming damaged, dealing with adhesives and fletching jigs, and the time-consuming process of adhering conventional fletchings to arrow shafts. They created a product that an you explain the basic process of “fletching” using FOB Archery and how that saves archers time and money? ■ FOB Archery makes a patented fletching system that is not only better but also introduces a superior fletching solution that can be installed in only C