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time. This has given Shadow Hunter 51
Blinds a reputation as one of the best-
built hunting blinds in the industry.

Elevators make the perfect comple-
ment for those who wish to get their
Shadow Hunter blind off the ground.
Proudly made in the U.S.A., Elevators are
the original blind elevation bracket and
the most trusted brand for maximum
safety, stability and reliability. They are
engineered from premium 12-gauge steel
and include robotically welded joints
to be stronger than the competition. A
durable powder-coated finish protects
from corrosion, while stout construction
shrugs off high winds and frigid tem-
peratures. Bracket angles are engineered
to safely hold heavy loads and prevent
side-to-side sway.

Each 4x4 Elevator set includes four
brackets, 50 corrosion-resistant, self-
tapping structural screws specifically
designed for bracket compatibility and
a free T-30 bit. They are “Made to Build,
Built to Last.”

GhostBlind ground blinds feature mir-
rored panels to provide unlimited camo
options that are virtually invisible in any
terrain. Constructed from extruded die
cut polypropylene and sporting a fluted
design that makes it strong yet light-
weight, the GhostBlind is also water- and
shatter-proof. “There are a ton of pop-up
blinds out there, but we are excited to
have a truly unique design that repli-
cates nature, no matter where you are
hunting. It disappears in cornfields, tree
lines, rocky terrain, snow—you name
it. The tilted panels also prevent flashes
of light from bouncing off the blind and

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INSIDE THE INDUSTRY LEADING ARCHERY MANUFACTURERS

scaring away any game,” Harter said. nology allow hunters, anglers and out- improved to enhance the experience and
The GhostBlind Predator blind consists doorsmen to sit longer in comfort for success of hunters.
more enjoyable experiences. The innova-
of four reflective mirrors standing 46 tive GelCore technology cradles pressure Based in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Sum-
inches high, with 11-inch shooting ports points to relieve lower back pain while mit Outdoors operates from 11,000 square
allowing hunters to shoot comfortably the open-grid design and temperature- feet of office space, 20,000 square feet of
from a seated position without being controlled materials provide maximum manufacturing space and 112,000 square
spotted. The GhostBlind Phantom blind air ventilation. The cushion is covered feet of distribution space. A dedicated,
includes six panels standing 35 inches in silent, water-resistant fabric that customer-centric team creates a smooth-
high and including 9-inch shooting ports keeps hunters stealthy and dry. The ergo- running organization, including VP of
perfect for use with the low-profile Phan- nomic construction, including enhanced Sales & Marketing Justin Ramsey, Na-
tom Hunting Chair and crossbows or fire- framed-edge support, prevents slipping tional Sales Manager Cindy Teague, Prod-
arms. Both blinds come with a shoulder from the seat, while a tough GripTek uct Development Director Robert Kaleta,
strap, four stakes, tie-downs and two backing holds the cushion in place on any Materials Manager John Moher, Senior
bungee cords. surface. For increased visibility and sales, Sales Assistant Arlene Wedler and Facili-
the TailMate is now available to dealers ties Manager Kurt Youkey.
Updated packaging features the new in refillable six-count displays.
GhostBlind logo, clearly marked features Summit Outdoors products are built to
and benefits and a cohesive identity un- Summit Outdoors builds hunting a higher standard to withstand the test
der the Shadow Hunter brand hierarchy. equipment the right way. Its hand-picked, of time with durable design, quality and
For dealer convenience and improved in- Midwest-based workforce has developed integrity. “Shadow Hunter is still our flag-
store visibility, the GhostBlind Predator an excellent reputation for best-in-class ship brand and what we are best known
and Phantom blinds will ship in three- craftsmanship. The Summit Outdoors for, but all the other brands allow us to
pack cartons easily displayed horizontal- staff includes lifelong hunters and out- offer a more complete package to ground
ly or vertically. Optional accessories pres- door enthusiasts who use hunting and blind hunters,” said Harter. To become a
ent additional sales opportunities. shooting gear. Products are continuously dealer or to learn more about these prod-
ucts, visit shadowhunterblinds.com. IA
TailMate cushions with GelCore tech-



MARKET TRENDS GEAR REPORT

LOWDOWN Viewer

BY PATRICK MEITIN

R egular success on the big-woods home without my LOWDOWN
whitetails of northern Idaho means Viewer. When I find a stand has
gone hot, I’ll climb right in.

running a lot of trail cameras. I have tried various

SD card readers in the

I set a few during spring bear season past—finding every one

and just before early archery-only deer lacking in some way, posing

and elk season, but things really kick more frustrations than utility. That

off with the arrival of the November was until I discovered the LOWDOWN with Snap Shot mode. The video freeze
frame mode also allows enlarging and/
rut. All it takes is just one doe to slip Viewer. Here, finally, was an SD card or saving the stopped frame with the
Snap Shot function. Users can also use
into estrous to spark off a stand site, reader that worked as advertised, sav- the LOWDOWN Viewer to format SD
cards, keeping them clean to maximize
with that opportunity passing in just ing time and making me a more ef- storage space.

days, so I’ll usually deploy 20 to 25 ficient hunter. This is no mistake, as Best of all, the LOWDOWN Viewer
is super-simple to use, a Navigator
cameras and do my best to check them the LOWDOWN Viewer was born of the Help System built in to help walk you
through all functions and features.
regularly. same frustrations I had experienced The fully-charged lithium battery will
run the Viewer for about 4 hours, and
Checking SD cards on the run is im- with other viewers. Founder and Presi- batteries will cycle 400 to 500 charg-
es without issues. The Viewer can be
portant to success, so during the hectic dent AL Kaiser, with the help of Vice
charged at home with
days of the whitetail rut, I never leave President and Chief Product Engineer, the included wall plug,
or on the move using
Joshua Caraway, looked for a more ef- the provided plug-in
cigarette-lighter char-
ficient way to view trail camera data, ger. It comes in a protective leather
case and accepts SD cards up to 128GB.
and they found it. Overall, the LOWDOWN Viewer
streamlines the trail camera program,
The LOWDOWN Viewer’s 9-inch HD and quality and performance con-
tinue to improve every year. This is
color touchscreen makes viewing trail an entirely different experience than
the slow, unreliable and frustrating
camera data fast and effi- SD card readers of the past. The folks
at LOWDOWN are confident that once
cient, with features added a customer tries a LOWDOWN Viewer
they will be hooked for life. Check it out
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to the process. First, the

LOWDOWN Viewer allows

scrolling through 1,000 images or hun-

dreds of videos in 15 to 30 minutes with

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includes two SD card slots, one to slip

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Archery

Products To

The

Selling Season

By In many Western regions bowhunting justment possible while at full draw. The
Inside seasons have already kicked off, while hunt-ready mover sight includes 2.1 inches
Archery in more easternly locations festivities of silky-smooth travel, and HHA Sports has
Staff will begin shortly. This means hoards released their longest sight tapes to date to
of bowhunters arriving to fix perceived de- provide unrivalled long-range capabilities.
ficiencies in their setups for seasons still The Tetra RYZ is offered in a fixed frame,
to come, or assembling a dream outfit that with two different dovetail lengths, or with
will give them a perceived edge this season. a Hoyt Picatinny frame. The mechanical
Intense shooting practice will continue as rheostat allows pin brightness control, and
hunters work to regain their edge after a the secondary/lower pin is available in yel-
couple weeks of hunting, or begin bearing low or red (the top pin green in all models).
down for the big campaign to come. It is Dovetail versions offer one of the most pre-
not too late to fill holes in your inventory cise fits to Mathews’ BridgeLock Technol-
and ready your shop for the big sales yet ogy risers. Learn more at hhasports.com.
to come. The good news is most manufac-
turers are now reporting catching up pro- Odin’s Innovations • The unstoppable mo-
duction, with most products now in stock
and ready to ship immediately. With that mentum seen in 2022 continues apace
in mind, to follow are some of the hot- at Odin’s Innovations, with new prod-
test products for the coming season—gear ucts released and dealers reporting brisk
bowhunters will be asking for by name, or sales. Odin’s scent-infused biodegradable
sure to add to their arsenal after exposure polymer pellets offer a more efficient and
to their obvious appeal. longer-lasting scent delivery system that
is legal in every state. They disperse scent
HHA Sports • The new Tetra RYZ sight from for up to 30 days, are moisture proof and
100 percent biodegradable. Apple, acorn,
HHA Sports holds a vertical post sporting dominant buck, doe-in-estrous and scrape
dual aiming-points, each backed by ex- blend synthetic scents have been main-
tended fiber optics to make them bright. stays, with newer options now offered for
The yardage dial also includes twin stain- black bear and hog hunters, such as sweet
less steel yardage markers, with range ad- corn, vanilla, jelly donut, peanut butter

56 INSIDE ARCHERY SEPT / OCT 2022

and cherry pie. Newer citronella pellets HHA Sports reduction in size for 10-yard shooting
can also be used to repel pesky insects Tetra RYZ that replicates 20-yard shots at stan-
around stands and blinds. Long-last-
ing Odin’s scent pellets minimize in- Odin’s Innovations New Scent Beads dard-sized targets. Continuing sup-
trusion into hunting areas. Learn more ply-chain issues have caused severe
at odinsinnovations.com. Pine Ridge Archery Galaxy paper shortages and price increases.
Wishbone String Archery Stock substitutions may be necessary to
Pine Ridge Archery • Pine Ridge has be- Dampener, Earth Tone Bullseye 66” guarantee continued target needs. Any
Silencers, and NItro Takedown changes in material or items on back-
come a one-stop shop for rubber bow Recurve Bow order will be discussed/advised before
dampening/silencing accessories, now Speed Bomb Maple Leaf Press fills orders. Maple Leaf
with more colors than ever. The new- will strive to keep as many target faces
est hues include “Earth-Tone” tan, olive Maple Leaf Press Three-Spot as possible in circulation, including op-
green and brown, which are the lat- Vertical Target Lineup tions for tournaments, shops or clubs,
est additions to the company’s popular while working to keep prices as afford-
Wishbones String Dampeners, Nitro XL able as possible. Learn more by emailing
Button, Nitro Speed Bomb, Kisser But- [email protected], or calling
tons (regular and XL) and Nitro Split (616) 846-8844 to discuss options.
Limb Dampeners. These silencing rub-
ber accessories are designed to make Huskemaw Optics • Huskemaw’s newly-
any bow quieter, while Nitro Speed
Bombs replace hard speed buttons. Pine refined Crossfield 4x40 Crossbow Scope
Ridge rubber products are so effective provides an even deadlier option at ex-
they promise to make any bow quieter tended ranges. The Crossfield 450-plus
and more vibration free than before, fps crossbows to score on targets up to
even if it holds an existing string stop or 200 yards away through a precision cus-
factory dampening options. There just is tom turret calibrated to a specific cross-
no such thing as a bow that is too quiet! bow and bolt weight. The custom tur-
Learn more at pineridgearchery.com. ret is quick and easy to use in the field,
even when adrenaline is pumping. The
Galaxy Archery • The Bullseye 66” Take- Crossfield allows hunters to “Range It,
Dial It, and Send It.” The optic measures
down Recurve Bow from Galaxy Archery 9.7 inches long and weighs 20.1 ounces.
offers a highly-affordable option for The objective lens is 40mm in diameter
shooters of all skill levels, providing and the eyepiece 36mm, all built inside
an ideal bow for recreational or seri- a one-piece 30mm tube. It includes 4.3
ous target archery. Though it includes inches of mounting space, provides a
an affordable price it is still a well-built 31.4-foot field of view at 75 Yards, with
takedown recurve bow that is ideal for 2-MOA clicks, 60 clicks per revolution
younger archers ages 14 to adult. The re- and 120 MOA total movement. Learn
curve features a handsome laminated more at huskemawoptics.com.
wood riser and white fiberglass limbs.
It is offered in 15-, 20-, 25- and 29-pound GhostBlind • The GhostBlind Predator
draw weights and comes complete with
a bowstring. The three-piece takedown received packaging upgrades for 2022
design includes a crowned arrow shelf, to boost sales-floor appeal and more
brass plunger tap, plus stabilizer and clearly convey its features and benefits.
sight–quiver bushings. The Bullseye New logos cement Shadow Hunter’s
66” Takedown is available in right- cohesive brand identity. The product
or left-hand versions. Learn more at can be displayed horizontally or verti-
galaxyarchery.com. cally, with improved visibility. Blinds
are shipped in three packs to dealers,
Maple Leaf Press • Maple Leaf Press’ with support accessories allowing add-
on sales. GhostBlind blends seamlessly
newest product includes a 4.25-by-13- in any terrain using mirror panels that
inch, three-spot vertical target lineup. are waterproof and shatterproof. The
These spot targets include a 50 percent extruded, die cut and fluted polypro-

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pylene construction provides strength Huskemaw Optics BCY • Now in business 32 years, BCY is
and light weight for excellent mobil- Crossfield 4x40 Crossbow Scope
ity and quick set up. The four reflec- renowned for providing the cutting-edge
tive panels stand 46 inches high with GhostBlind materials used by some of the biggest
11-inch shoot-through ports. The sys- Predator names in archery, bow and string
tem includes a 1.5-inch shoulder car- making. BCY has been instrumental in
ry strap, four stakes and tie-downs, Mathews
plus two bungee cords. Learn more at Archery keeping its finger on the pulse of the fi-
shadowhunterblinds.com. ber industry, introducing the latest ma-
V3X terials needed to build strings and cables
Alpine Products • The made-in-the-U.S.A. for ever-more-powerful bows and cross-
Alpine bows. BCY is constantly experiment-
Alpine Bow Slicker bow sling is feather Bow Slicker ing with ways to adapt the latest high-
light, highly durable and designed to tech fibers to better serve the bowstring
accommodate nearly any parallel-limb BCY Mercury 2 market. The latest introduction is BCY
compound bow. It weighs just 8.5 ounc- Bowstring Mercury 2 Bowstring. Mercury 2 Bow-
es and stows compactly. The bow sling Material string provides a larger diameter than
works through patented limb loops, the original and highly popular Mer-
which distribute weight around the pe- cury material. Made from high-strength
rimeter of the riser to keep the bow se- Dyneema, Mercury 2 Bowstring ensures
cure and protected, without using clips, ultra-low creep, amazing strength and
snaps or buckles.  The patented limb excellent abrasion resistance needed to
loop design and perimeter weight dis- keep today’s high-performance cross-
tribution also helps keep eliminate buss bows and compounds working smooth-
cable and bowstring abrasion and wear ly. Learn more at bcyinc.com.
with a specially-designed string guard.
It is specially designed to fit all parallel- Elevation • The Encompass Bino MGS
limb compound bows with axle-to-axle
specs measuring between 24 to 36 inch- (Modular Gear System) Harness from
es. Look for it in Vanish Tan and Van- Elevation is a welcome addition to any
ish Shadow camouflage patterns. Learn outdoor activity, keeping optics protected
more at alpineproducts.com. and secure but handy for use. It includes
a dual-magnetic closure system that al-
Mathews Archery • Mathews’ V3X 29 lows one-handed operation, while the
fully-encased 7.5-by-5.5-by-1.75-inch
and 33 bows have proven to be a huge pouch provides maximum optics protec-
hit with archers, not only providing the tion. The ergonomic strap system has six
brand’s sweet-shooting characteristics, points of adjustments to create a custom
but also a lineup of integrated accesso- fit. The neoprene sheathed case features
ries. At the top of the list is Bridge-Lock quick-connect buckles for quick on and
Sight Technology, allowing compatible off use. The system sports four strategi-
sight extensions to dovetail through the cally placed stretch pockets, a rear dump
center of the riser for improved balance, pouch and front zippered pocket to orga-
streamlined mating and vibration con- nize additional gear like game calls or
trol. Mathews’ Bridge-Lock Fixed 5-Pin to hold a handheld release. The package
Sight is offered. New LowPro Quivers comes with a lens cloth and tree strap
(6-arrow fixed or 5-arrow detachable) for treeestand hunting. Learn more at
were engineered specifically for the V3X kinseysoutdoors.com.
riser to provide 56 percent tighter fit for
improved bow balance. These carbon/ Rhino Treestands • Rhino Treestands’
milled-aluminum designs are ultra-
light and vibration free. Finally, the Stay RTH-200 Deluxe Hang On Tree Stand of-
Afield System (SAS) allows changing or fers all-day comfort and safety, but it
servicing bowstrings and cables in the comes with an affordable retail price.
field, without a bow press. Learn more The hang-on stand includes an adjust-
at mathewsinc.com. able/leveling seat and foot platform, a
Comfort Mesh Seat with backrest,  pad-
ded arm rests, padded flip-up shooting

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Elevation Encompass Rhino Treestands Rhino Blinds Vantage Point Archery
Bino MGS Harness RTH-200 Deluxe Hang On R180 See Through Blind Single Bevel 2-Blade Series

rail and footrest ideal for all-day sits, or and weighs 29.6 pounds. Learn more at ferred shooting ports, and the blind is
simply a more comfortable sitting ex- rhinotreestands.com. covered in several popular camouflage
perience. The platform measures 24-by- patterns. Double rows of brush loops of-
32.5 inches, and the full-back-rest Com- Rhino Blinds • The R180 See Through fer further cloaking in a variety of envi-
fort Mesh Seat is 20-by-14 inches and ronments. Access to the blind is through
21 inches high. The stand’s suspension Blind by Rhino Blinds has become one an oversized, zipper-less door. The blind
cables are heavy duty, the stand secured of the most popular pop-ups in the busi- is given water- and mold/mildew-re-
by upper and lower cinch belt straps to ness. The Rhino 180 is made to include sistant treatments, and all corners are
ensure stability and ultimate safety. two walls of see-through mesh that al- reinforced for durability. The R180 will
The stand is supplied with a fall arrest lows a clear view outside, while conceal- accommodate up to three people, and
system and meets all ASTM standards. ing movement inside the blind. Silent- setup and takedown is fast and trouble
It includes a 300-pound weight capacity slide adjustable windows with mesh free. Learn more at rhinoblinds.com.
coverings allow hunters to arrange pre-

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Vantage Point Archery (VPA) • VPA Sin- Omega III yards downwind of the candle, drawing
Sight them in close. Doe-N-Heat is the most
gle Bevel 2-Blade series broadheads are popular candle. However, Hot Trails®
milled from a single piece of carbon tool Killer Food Plots produces 12 other scents for everything
or S7 tool steel and hardened to Rock- Deepwoods from deer to black bears, along with
well 56-58 for ruggedness. Each stout Seed Blend three different color mini lanterns. The
blade receives a 35-degree Single Bevel packaging is air-tight to keep the scent
edge that is easily resharpened to a ra- Bear Archery contained. Learn more at hottrails.com.
zor’s edge. Straight-edged, Single Bevel Execute
edges promote deeper penetration and Hot Trails® Killer Food Plots (KFP) • Deepwoods
blood-letting by creating spiral wound Scented
channels. The carbon tool steel broad- Hunting Seed Blend from Killer Food Plots offers
heads receive a black oxide finish to Candles a hardy food plot requiring minimal
protect from corrosion, and premium S7 care. Deepwoods blend was created by
tool steel broadheads have an OD Green Killer Food Plots to provide plenty of
DuraCoat finish for protection from the high-quality game forage that also re-
elements. Ferrules extend to the bone quires little to no ground preparation
splitting tip, allowing them to shrug and the versatility for success in mini-
off hard bone impacts. They are of- mal sunlight or in poor quality soil. This
fered in heavy-duty 150-, 200-, 250- and has made Deepwoods a hugely popu-
300-grain right- and left-bevel options lar blend with land managers dealing
with 1 ⅛-inch cutting diameter. More with low pH soils, areas that are very
grain weights have been promised. dry or very wet or include poor light-
Learn more at vparchery.com. ing conditions, limited access spots and
especially for those with no farming
Omega Sights • The Omega III Sight sys- equipment. An 8-pound bag covers half
an acre, including an annual blend of
tem includes an integrated 500-yard KFP Winter Rye, KFP Winter Wheat, KFP
rangefinder and HD video recording Rape, KFP Radishes and KFP Crimson
with instant playback capabilities, but White Clover. The blend can be plant-
weighs only 13 ounces. The sighting ed in spring or winter. Learn more at
system includes five independently ad- killerfoodplots.com.
justable aiming dots, which also move
laterally for precision tuning. The LCD Bohning Bear Archery • Bear Archery’s Execute
screen includes a five-position dim- Cauldron
ming feature, and the rangefinder has Jig Fletching 30 and 32 are the company’s flagship
an integrated True Distance Calculator compound bows for 2023, both with a
for compensation on angled shots. The 6 ⅜-inch brace height. These hunting
instant video playback feature allows bows are highly maneuverable, com-
users to review their shots. Included ac- fortable, and lethal, propelling arrows to
cessories include a 12-hour Rechargeable IBO speeds of up to 340 fps. These bows
Power Bank, sturdier mounting bracket are powered by the smooth and hugely
with improved adjustments, 32GB mi- adjustable EKO Cam, enhanced this year
cro-SD card, two 3-volt batteries, two- with a factory-installed limb stop that
button remote control, sunshield and creates a rock-solid back wall. The 32-
anti-glare LCD screen—all for less than inch version is draw-length adjustable
$500. Learn more at omegasights.com. from 26.5 to 30.5 inches, the 30-inch
from 26 to 30 inches. New Gordon paral-
Hot Trails® • Hot Trails® Scented Hunt- lel limbs and more efficient machined
limb pockets are included. The revolu-
ing Candles cover human scent and tionary riser design holds a swing arm
bring deer to wherever you are hunting. cable guard and Shock Management
When lit and placed safely and securely System (SMS) to enhance the shooting
in one of the company’s mini lanterns, it experience. This should be Bear’s hottest
can burn for up to 5 hours, emitting full- bow in the coming year. Learn more at
strength scent from start to finish. Deer beararchery.com.
can pick up the scent more than 500

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Pro-Tracker Bohning Company • Bohning celebrated
Match Grade Field Points
Redline Bowhunting 75 years serving the archery industry
RL-2 DTM Slide Bow Sight in 2022 and continues to go strong. The
Bohning Cauldron Jig is the company’s
Red Hot Crossbow latest innovation, offering easier set-up
Arrows from Ridgemont Outdoors and operation, and precision fletching.
Fletching a dozen new shafts just got
Banks Outdoors Limited-Edition Stump 4 360º faster and easier with the Cauldron Jig,
as it is compatible with any diameter ar-
Hawke Optics XB30 Crossbow Scope row shaft. Snap-in interchangeable/ad-
justable inserts can be used to produce
straight-, right- or left-hand fletch with
2- or 3-degree  helical, while allowing
vane placement in a variety of positions
along the shaft. Acetone can be safely
used to clean the plastic parts. The Caul-
dron Jig design allows applying three
vanes simultaneously, cutting produc-
tion time by 2/3. The stout plastic frame
ensures precise and repeatable fletching
adhesion that boosts accuracy. Learn
more at bohning.com.

Pro-Tracker Archery • Customers look-

ing for an accurate and reliable way to
prepare for bowhunting seasons will ap-
preciate the deluxe features of Pro-Track-
er Archery’s match-grade, stainless steel
field points. These superior field points
are designed to stay firmly in place on
the shaft, eliminating loose or rattling
points. Pro-Tracker’s O-ring technology
ensures a tight, secure fit that will give
shooters the confidence needed to make
every shot count. Whether customers
are looking for a dozen or six-pack, Pro-
Tracker has the perfect size to fit any ar-
row size. They are available in 100-, 125-,
150- and 200-grain options to match any
hunting setup and get the most out of
any practice session. Pro-Tracker allows
customers to choose the very best field
points on the market and take their
shooting game to the next level. Learn
more at pro-tracker.com.

Redline Bowhunting • Redline Bowhunt-

ing’s RL-2  DTM  Single and 3-Pin Slider
Bow Sights are the newest additions
to the company’s family of bow ac-
cessories. They are sleek and light-
weight yet rugged, while also including
first-, second- and third-axis adjust-
ments. The RL-2 DTM includes a .019 fi-

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ber optic pin, the 3-pin DTM two upper MTM Case-Gard family friendly, providing more than
.019 fiber optic pins and a .010 bottom BTAC-41 Traveler 30 square feet of interior space, mak-
pin for longer shots. The dovetail exten- ing it the ideal blind for sharing a hunt
sion is compatible with Mathews’  V3X Arrow Case with loved ones or filming hunts. Learn
Bridge-Lock risers. The sights in- more at banksoutdoors.com.
clude tool-free locking adjustment Thorn
knobs, precise, ultra-smooth adjust- Broadheads Banner Witcoff • Banner Witcoff at-
ment windage knobs, enclosed fiber
optic rings, Quick Acquisition RL Sight Crown torneys Scott Burrow and Jason Shull
Rings, and adjustable yardage point- specialize in protecting, enforcing and
ers. The sights include rheostat light, GAS defending IP and commercial inter-
yardage tapes and bubble level. The Bowstrings ests all over the world. From start-ups
sight weighs 12.5 ounces. Learn more at Ghost XV Strings to Fortune 500 companies and across
redlinebowhunting.com. a range of industries, Banner Witcoff
Trophy Ridge provides IP guidance that powers and
Ridegmont Outdoors • Ridegmont Out- Digital React Sight protects business. Their knowledge
and skillful approach span the width
doors is now your direct source for all Vapor Trail Archery of IP law, ensuring that they can find
Parker Crossbows parts of accessories. Gen Integrate 8X Arrow Rest the ideal solution for any client. They
Ridgemont Outdoors recently pur- provide services for copyright, counter-
chased all Parker assets, including all feit goods seizure, design patents, pat-
proprietary patents, trademarks, molds ent interferences and protection, trade
and tooling to manufacture Parker dress, secrets, trademarks and other
parts. Most importantly, Ridgemont legal issues that concern archery busi-
Outdoors acquired the premium line ness and manufacturing. Learn more
of Red Hot Crossbow Accessories. This at bannerwitcoff.com.
includes popular Parker Hunter and
Red Hot Crossbow bolts with capture Hawke Sports Optics • Hawke Optic’s
nocks, Red Hot Crosspro Broadheads,
Tri Loc crossbow quivers, EZ Roller rope 2023 XB30 Crossbow Scope is a premium
cockers, Sidewinder Crank cockers and optic offered at a reasonable price. The
Parker crossbow discharge bolts. Red Hawke XB30 2-7x32mm scope offers a
Hot accessories are compatible with clear, precise and durable option for to-
nearly all other crossbow brands/mod- day’s high-performance crossbows. Its
els and are all still made in the U.S.A. patented locking speed adjuster ring en-
by American workers. Learn more at sures fps settings are not changed once
ridgemontoutdoors.com. set, and a multi-line reticle provides
aim points to 100 yards, plus windage
Banks Outdoors • Banks Outdoors’ bars. Five brightness levels with red or
green illumination are also part. The
Limited-Edition Stump 4 360° provides scope also includes ½-MOA turrets for
occupants a 360-degree view of their easy adjustments, fully multi-coated
hunting site. This hard-sided blind in- lenses to provide maximum clarity and
cludes eight silent-swing framed win- a one-piece 30mm tube for superior
dows that can be opened and closed strength and weather-proof qualities.
without spooking game, to provide Nitrogen purging makes it fog proof.
shooting to every point of the compass A fast focus ocular ring and 4-inch eye
with bow, crossbow or rifle. Seam- relief make it easy to set up. It comes
less polyethylene construction is super with a No-Fault Lifetime Warranty.
tough, weather resistant and well in- Learn more at hawkeoptics.com.
sulated. The spacious interior provides
maximum comfort in all weather con- MTM Case-Gard • The MTM BTAC-41
ditions. The blind is offered as a full
accessory-packed “Pro Hunter,” or stan- Traveler Arrow Case holds nine arrows
dard Stump 4 model, and can be elevat- up to 34 inches long, six of those holding
ed with wood or steel legs. The blind is broadheads. The stout 34.5-by-4.9-by-2-
inch design securely and safely holds
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Victory six broadhead-tipped arrows, plus three
Archery practice arrows. The 2-inch-thick design
RIP TKO slips into most bow cases, hard or soft,
and includes notched foam padding to
Mountain View protect fletching from crushing, the slot
Products between the foam inserts available for
storing small accessories. Rugged poly-
Altra-1 Quiver propylene, made-in-U.S.A. construction
comes with a five-year guarantee. This
Buck sleek case is ideal for storing hunting
Bourbon arrows during weekend trips, while
110 Proof protecting arrows and bowhunters
from harm. The cases are made to stack
Deer neatly and include a smoke hue with
Attractant clear viewing windows. Learn more at
mtmcase-gard.com.
Q2i Archery
Fusion Thorn Broadheads • The Crown is
Vanes
Thorn Broadhead’s contribution to the
fixed-blade world, but is so unique as
to be like nothing else on the mar-
ket. The Crown includes a helix stack
of four different blade diameters. The
bottom set are 1-inch wide, stepping up
to ⅞- and ¾-inch and culminating in a
⅝-inch set at the top. Everything is led
by a conical titanium tip, and blades
are .032-inch thick and made from 440
stainless steel. The result is a broad-
head that ensures field-point flight
characteristics and plenty of blood-
letting. Blades are held in place by
four steel ball bearings that lock each
blade set solidly when the tip is fully
tightened. The 100- or 125-grain heads
are ideal for today’s high-performance
compounds, and especially crossbows.
Learn more at thornbroadheads.com.

GAS Bowstrings • GAS Bowstrings made

a name for itself by offering some of
the best bowstrings in the business,
and their Ghost XV strings are the best
the company offers. Ghost XV bow-
strings are ultra consistent, super reli-
able and consistently accurate, made
from premium BCY materials selected
to give Ghost XV bowstrings and cables
an ideal balance of speed and stabil-
ity. GAS Bowstrings uses a proprietary
TTS (Total Tensioning System) building
process that produces exceptional per-
formance and extreme stability that
ensures peeps come back square to the

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SKB Cases iSeries Ultimate Scorpion Venom Archery Quality Archery Designs
Single/Double Bow Case 3 Star Bow Maintenance Kit ULTRAREST Integrate R2

eye shot after shot. Ghost XV bowstrings eliminate uncertainty. The Digital React Victory Archery • Victory Archery’s
end servings are offered in a wide se- single-pin and Trio feature LED screens
lection of colors, and proven Powergrip that provide a digital read-out of target- RIP TKO offers an ideal blend of speed,
center serving is added standard on ed distances, allowing archers to sight power and durability in a .204-inch di-
this bowstring series. For around $150 in through a SPEED method (requiring ameter shaft. MAXX KE low torque tech-
shooters get the best in the business. only one arrow to be fired through a nology increases accuracy, durability
Learn more at gasbowstrings.com. chronograph) or the conventional RE- and penetration, especially at extended
ACT method. The SPEED method requires ranges. The 45-degree 3K carbon weave
Trophy Ridge • The Digital React sight an accurate arrow speed to mathemati- increases hoop strength without adding
cally set the distances between pin in- weight, also allowing faster launch re-
from Trophy Ridge uses React Tech- dicators. Once sighted in, archers can covery. They offer a balanced 8.8 gpi in
nology to quickly establish exact pin set their pins at any distance down to .300 spine (.250 to .400 offered), Victory’s
placement for various yardages and half-yard increments using the sight- 50-grain SHOK TL outsert maximizing
housing control wheel. The single-pin F.O.C. (75 grain stainless steel SHOK TL
holds .010 or .019 diameter pins, the outserts and threaded weights also
Trio two horizontal fixed .019 pins and available). Dozens are weight matched
a vertical React .010 pin. Learn more at to ½-grain and hold 2.5-degree hand-
trophyridge.com. applied fletchings for excellent consis-
tency. Straightness specs of +/- .001, .003
Vapor Trail Archery • Vapor Trail Ar- and .006 are offered, all with proprietary
ICE Nano-Ceramic coating for improved
chery is now accepting orders for the penetration and target extraction. Learn
new Gen Integrate 8X Arrow Rest, which more at victoryarchery.com.
will be available in limited quantities
and shipping now. The Gen Integrate Mountain View Products • New Altra 1-
8X uses the dovetail Integrate Mount-
ing System for mounting and weighs and 2-piece quivers by Mountain View
just 4.1 ounces. Standard Gen Integrate Products are made for serious bowhunt-
8X rests are offered for Mathews, PSE ing. Both models offer a lightweight op-
Archery and Hoyt bows, a Bowtech tion that securely carries five standard-
model for CP28. They are available in or micro-diameter arrows without
black, blue, brown, fluorescent green, vibrations. The 8.6-ounce Altra-1 offers
grey, hunter green, OD green, orange, 1.5 inches of horizontal and 9.5 inches
pink, purple, coyote brown, white and of vertical adjustment while remaining
yellow. They offer the same Pro-V-style tight to the riser for superior balance.
system, including fast and easy, limb The 9.6-ounce Altra-2 offers 10 inches of
driven setup, and excellent accuracy by total vertical adjustment and fits tight to
supporting the arrow shaft longer fol- the riser to ensure maximized bow bal-
lowing release and including a float- ance. No matter your customer’s broad-
ing launcher that better absorbs arrow head style, the hood design holds them
bobbles and oscillations. Learn more at securely without dulling edges or rat-
vaportrailarchery.com. tling. Altra quivers are compatible with
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in Textured Black, Stormy Gray, Flat Dark Earth or Green Beret meric Bowstring Fluid. Bowstring Fluid penetrates deep into
(OD Green). Learn more at mountainviewproductsllc.com. string fibers, eliminating friction between individual bun-
dles, while also leaving a protective, flexible coating behind
Buck Bourbon • Kentucky-made Buck Bourbon 110 Proof Deer that’s superior to traditional string wax. Cam & Serving Lube
offers lubrication to cam friction points, including cam tracks
Attractant is a proprietary, protein rich sweet feed developed and serving contact points. Together, these advanced archery
to provide deer protein in a formula much more appealing lubrication products help expensive strings last longer and
than other protein feeds. Buck Bourbon 110 Proof includes an perform better. Learn more at scorpionvenom-archery.com.
aromatic aroma that brings deer from great distances and
keeps them coming back for more. It is available in 8- and Quality Archery Designs (QAD) • QAD has made the Integrate
25-pound bags at an affordable price. This feed contains no
extra additives. Buck Bourbon recommends feeding 110 Proof Mounting System an industry standard, with Mathews, PSE,
two to four weeks before the first hunt and to continue feed- Hoyt and Bowtech now on board. QAD’s ULTRAREST Integrate
ing it throughout the season. It has been field tested and R2 meets the demand, but with a lower retail price than the
proven effective on white-tailed and mule deer, elk, wild original Integrate MX. The only difference is the Integrate R2
hogs, bears, sable and all exotics; though it is not legal in all does not include fancy micro adjustments. Grip-glide tech-
states and areas. It contains grain biproducts, salt, corn, eight nology allows fast and easy adjustments that are secure and
important minerals and natural anise flavoring. Learn more precise and auto-leveling technology takes the guesswork
at buckbourbon.com. out of mounting the rest. The sleek and lightweight rest, like
other models from QAD, ensures quick setup, easy tuning and
Q2i Archery • Q2i Fusion vanes are some of the most respect- combination full-capture/drop-away convenience and ac-
curacy. The anti-bounce-back mechanism guarantees zero
ed in the industry, providing exceptional adhesion, long life fletching contact with the machined metal launcher. Sound
and eye-grabbing colors. Q2i Archery has heard customer re- dampening and a lifetime warranty are also part. Learn more
quests and is excited to announce that two new colors are be- at qadinc.com. IA
ing added to all of their vane profiles. Teal and violet could be
just what you’re looking for to complete your customers’ cus-
tom setup. Q2i Archery is also adding the Fusion XII 2.5-inch
vane to its lineup. This has been the missing link and will
be a fantastic vane for bowhunting and 3-D archery. As with
all Q2i vanes, they will include the company’s Duo-Poly base,
which requires no vane prep and provides easy fletching with
adhesion second to none. They are available in 12 great colors.
Q2i invites you to stop by their 2023 ATA Show booth for free
samples. Learn more at q2iarchery.com.

SKB Cases • The SKB iSeries Ultimate Single/Double Bow Case

offers extreme versatility and equipment protection. Leave
the updated molded interior tray in place and the Ultimate
Single/Double Bow Case will hold a single bow and a long list
of bow accessories, arrows and other gear. Remove the gear
tray and the case easily accommodates two fully-rigged bows
(or bow and rifle combo). The iSeries Ultimate Single/Double
Bow case is offered in Small (3i-4217-USD) or Large (3i-4719-PL)
models. The iSeries Cases include gasket seal, six locking
latches, folding/padded handles, steel-reinforced lock hasps,
pressure-equalization valve and roller wheels. These cases
are guaranteed airline safe and impervious to moisture, dust,
chemicals or harsh treatment. Learn more at skbcases.com.

Scorpion Venom Archery • Scorpion Venom’s 3 Star Bow Main-

tenance Kit includes Anti-Venom String Cleaner, Polymeric
Bowstring Fluid and Cam & Serving Lube—offered at a $6
savings compared to when each product is purchased indi-
vidually. Anti-Venom String Cleaner removes embedded dirt,
grime and old wax, providing clean surfaces for fresh Poly-

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Five Questions with Banner Witcoff

An intellectual property law firm with 100 years of experience, Banner Witcoff is the trusted What are some services or perks you
offer that might surprise people? ■
IP advisor to some of the world’s most innovative archery companies. We spoke with Scott Banner Witcoff is a full-service intel-
lectual property law firm, meaning it
Burow and Jason Shull, attorneys at Banner Witcoff, to learn more. assists its clients with all aspects of
intellectual property protection and
G ive us a brief rundown on the Banner Witcoff further assists with enforcement. Our attorneys collabo-
history of Banner Witcoff: product and brand protection by way rate across offices and practice areas
When and why was the law firm es- of patent enforcement and trademark to provide clients with the most ef-
tablished, and what motivates your procurement and enforcement. fective and cost-efficient strategies to
team today? ■ Banner Witcoff was help them protect, enforce and defend
founded in 1920 as Bair Freeman in Banner Witcoff got involved in the their IP while propelling their business
Des Moines, Iowa. The clients of the archery industry by assisting several to the next level. Banner Witcoff also
firm, many of whom were farmers, manufacturers with patent and trade- offers free presentations on intellectu-
sometimes paid for services with pro- mark matters. This included patent al property law to the business leaders
duce and crops. When a client named and trademark valuation, due dili- within a company.
Honeywell moved to Chicago and in- gence related to patents, patent and
vited the firm to move, it did. The trademark strategy, and patent and In addition, Banner Witcoff’s at-
firm opened offices in Chicago in 1937, trademark application filings. torneys strive to build long lasting
and Banner Witcoff now has offices in relations within the archery industry
Washington D.C., Boston and Portland, The archery industry is forward that are based on three principles: (1)
Oregon. thinking and always trying to inno- providing highly talented and appro-
vate and improve upon its existing priately sized teams dedicated to un-
Banner Witcoff is motivated to help products. Banner Witcoff is inspired
its clients achieve their business goals by the drive of the industry and enjoys derstanding the client’s business and
through creative intellectual property helping these com- goals; (2) charging fair rates and man-
solutions. It does so in many ways, in- panies with their aging projects to successful comple-
cluding by helping its clients achieve business strategies tions at or below budget; and (3) pro-
full product and brand protection. To- in order to contin- viding honest advice and effective ser-
day, we remain proud of our 100-year ue moving forward vice whatever the circumstances.
history and the client relationships we with new products
have built over the decades. As time and innovations. Is there any general advice you could
has passed, technical expertise has be- offer to business owners in the ar-
come a driving force of motivation, al- What makes your colleagues and chery industry? ■ Be mindful of pro-
lowing the firm to bring in established coworkers exceptional? ■ Banner tecting any new products before the
advisers for every IP need. Witcoff has nationally recognized at- products are disclosed to anyone out-
torneys who are passionate about side of the company, and simultane-
In what ways have you been able to archery, are avid bowhunters and ously be on the alert of what competi-
help your clients in the archery in- outdoor enthusiasts, and have a deep tors are doing by way of intellectual
dustry? ■ Banner Witcoff offers its knowledge of the products used by property protection. IA
archery industry clients patent and those in the archery industry. These
trademark strategy and services that same attorneys have engineering
protect new products, innovations and backgrounds with decades of experi-
brands. Banner Witcoff not only files ence representing clients in all aspects
utility and design patents on behalf of patent, trademark and copyright
of its clients, it also helps its clients legal matters. This deep knowledge
understand the scope of their patents allows Banner Witcoff to offer intel-
as well as the patents of competitors. lectual property strategy to its archery
clients that others cannot offer.

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