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Russian Boar hunt

ILLUSIONHUNTER — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 20:37:28 GMT

Well in the end of April my cousin and I are going to Iowa for a Russian Boar hunt with my new Bow. I'm pretty exited and nervous. We are going to walk the trails for them and I hear they can charge, and all we'll have is our bows. But I can climb a tree pretty fast if I need to

Looking for a new bow

bloodhound — Sun, 10 Apr 2011 17:07:01 GMT

I haven't bow hunted in a very long time so i am looking for a new bow. I can't afford a mathews so i was looking at other bows and i saw a fred bear. Are these good bows or should i not waste my money on a bear?

Filming my hunts help!!!!

bowtechhntr — Tue, 25 Jan 2011 20:28:14 GMT

I am just starting to film hunts for myself and a few friends. I am currently using a Sony Handycam that use HI 8 tapes but i want to switch to something that uses an sd or that I can plug into my PC. What is everybody else using and what type of camera arms and editing software are you guys using?

bow hunting

bertieangel — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 18:46:01 GMT

Just bought my first bow a craze...... archery is so much harder than rifle hunting and I love it so much more! Its amazing. Im learning to call with my mouth and actually succeeding at it! With 3 weeks of practice I have successfully called in around 10 deer! Yay!

Post Your Setup Here

Jason — Wed, 18 Jul 2007 18:36:50 GMT

My Vengeance

My X Force SS

My Wife's Rogue

Both the Rogue and an Allegiance on the bow hanger I built

Muzzleloaders, which to buy?

bamafan70 — Sat, 24 Dec 2011 16:08:12 GMT

We tried muzzleloader hunting for the first time this season and are hooked! We borrowed a T/C Impact and really liked the ease of loading, the weight, and length. I have been doing research and asking more experienced muzzleloader hunters which brand is preferred between T/C and Traditions, specifically the Impact vs the Pursuit ultra lite. They both have (limited) lifetime warranties and roughly the same size and wt. I understand the Traditions is made in Spain, or at least the barrel is, and there has been flaws. I don't want to invest in a muzzleloader that isn't dependable or safe. I also am not looking to spend more than $250 on one. Any of you have an opinion? Thanks!

Help, Looking for a bow for the wife!!

resqmedic17 — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 02:31:24 GMT

Hey everyone, my wife has decided she wants to start shooting archery, mainly target to start but possibly hunting later, and I need your help.

We were at the RMEF Elk Camp last weekend and we visited the shoot like a girl booth where the wife finally got exposed to shooting a bow and absolutely loved it. At the booth she shot just about every bow on the market set for women, but the problem is she is left eye-dominant, and they did not have any left handed bows. Tonight, we drove 4 hours round trip to go to the closest place that had a left handed bow she could handle.

She has shot the PSE Bowmadness and Chaos, Bowtech Soldier and Diamond Razor's edge all in left handed, but also shot and liked the Bowtech Admiral and the Hoyt Vixcen that she shot in right(haven't found anyone that has them in left). The Diamond is out, but we are trying to decide where to go from here. Anyone have any ideas to help us out? I am looking to buy one in the next few weeks before the 3-d shoots start here in town and I start shooting again as she wants to go with me.

She has a 26" draw and handle 46 or so pounds so that will give you some idea as to specs and price really isn't a problem.

Thanks in advance.

Sgoin on yall!

carolinaboy — Sat, 08 Oct 2011 23:39:45 GMT

Sgoin on yall, names Big Jon, from the great state of South Carolina, hence carolinaboy. Live back in the stix. Got my bow from a customer of mine, its a old PSE, love it. Fixin to get a new PSE Stinger sometime soon. Aint got a deer yet, but hopin too soon. Got my feeder out, ne tips, ideas, or general info is greatly appreciated. Thanks, yall!

Staff shooting positions available.

Hilltophunter — Fri, 03 Apr 2009 20:34:10 GMT

Dead Center Archery has shooting postions available if anyone is interested. They offer some really great Stabs and accessories for the hunters and target shooter alike. If you have any questions you can pm me. They can be reached at Deadcenterarchery.com

EPEK Broadheads - Join Us at our Facebook Page

hdluers — Thu, 21 Jul 2011 08:20:02 GMT

Just wanted to invite and welcome everyone to join us over at our facebook page. http://www.facebook.com/EpekXC3Broadhead

What is YOUR choice??

BowBo — Sat, 13 Sep 2008 15:20:21 GMT

So what broadhead(s) are you shooting this upcoming season?

I have a few choices in my quiver again this year.
I had great success with the Magnus Stinger last year, so I'll have a couple of those. Also purchased a few Magnus Buzz Cuts to try this year.

I killed a small urban buck with the G-5 Striker that didn't go very far last year.... I will also have that in the quiver as well.

And of course, I'll also have a couple ole faithfuls with me..... Muzzy 3 blades.

But what are YOU shooting??

Z7 Extreme

DVFD236 — Wed, 08 Dec 2010 15:09:54 GMT

Well i have been wanting to upgrade to a Mathews for quite some time now but just didnt have the drive to buy one at the end of the bow season. Man im sure glad i waited. As soon as the local Mathews dealer got a Z7 extreme i shot it and fell in love with it. Not only does it shoot great but for a 28" axle to axle length it's hard to beat. Doest not shoot like a short bow. I will be buying one verry soon and will post some pics. Anyone else seen or shot the bow? If so what did you think?

Quick Fletch

Millz5 — Thu, 06 Nov 2008 09:56:15 GMT

has anybody used NAP's quick fletch? how do the shoot

looking for new sights

tman123456 — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 20:18:05 GMT

looking for new sights for my bow dont know what kind of sights are good if you have one you would like to sell or just please help me out cause i dont know much about sights.

thinking of a mathews bow

semynsfd — Mon, 22 Sep 2008 20:51:51 GMT

i have an option of buying a mathews outback bow. im wondering what its like, if its got 80% let off if its compareable to a switchback?

leupold vendetta rangefinder question

rollonbeagles — Tue, 18 Jan 2011 10:11:01 GMT

I am curious about the Leopold Vendetta Rangefinder that attaches to your bow. Of course the commercial makes it look great but I was wondering if any of you guys had tried it. Thanks.

Rage Broadheads

DVFD236 — Tue, 28 Sep 2010 07:43:51 GMT

Well i finally updated my broadhead to the rage 2 blade 2" 125 gr. I was wondering if anyone has used these yet or any of the rage line for that matter. The people that have them usually love them but there are always some dislikes. Just wondering if I made a good purchase. I went from shooting NAP Spitfire pro XP's a 3 blade design. I really like the practice point that comes in the Rage kit. Eventhough it only took about 6 shots before the O-ring broke on the practice point, i didnt need much more because that beast flew just like a fieldpoint . Im hoping to get the same results out of the broadhead itself.

Need help with some archery information

ccoutdoors — Sun, 19 Dec 2010 05:05:52 GMT

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If you are interested we are also giving away some nice products in our free raffles. I can be reached by email at ccoutdooradventures@nvc.net, phone 605-395-7776 or just click http://www.huntingandfishingtheoutdoors.com/forums.html

You can also send me a message on this site but I might not be back for a couple days.

If you have an outdoor business I will trade free ads for a couple posts each month. My other site is very high in the rankings. The C & C site is just getting going and as you can see already is doing quite well with it’s ads and information.

We made sure there were plenty of resources for our users and quality information. This is why I need your help. I know nothing about some of these other types of hunting and fishing. Thank You very much…

Bowtech General Recall

NTYMADATER — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 17:44:03 GMT

Just passing on info.

Technical Bulletin-The 2008 General Factory Modification

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FACTORY MODIFICATION CAMPAIGN
Affecting the 2008 General compound bow – 60# and 70# limb Integrity

BowTech publicizes this notice as a service to BowTech customers and potential BowTech customers. We have determined a potential defect relating to the limb integrity on certain 2008 General bows produced between October 2007 and July 17, 2008.

Consumer safety has and continues to be BowTech’s primary concern, and while the incidents of failure are small, our integrity will not be compromised over business issues.

The reason for this recall: The affected limbs on 60# and 70# 2008 General bows may have been incorrectly machined, resulting in possible limb separation through the center of the axle hole. Should this happen, the affected limbs could cause the cam and axle to pull free from the limb causing major failure and the risk of personal injury to the operator and/or bystanders. Although the combined failure rate is less than 1%, we view it unacceptable and have implemented corrective action.

Corrective action BowTech has implemented: To correct this possible defect, BowTech has initiated a Factory Modification Campaign. All General bows purchased within the affected date range must be inspected by an Authorized BowTech Dealer to identify the affected bows. All General limbs built before July 17th will be replaced with new limbs featuring an Enforcement Collet System correcting the potential limb failure problem. This Enforcement Collet System was implemented only after extensive testing and documentation of over 40,000 mechanical shots, on several bows without failure, validating its durability and performance.

What you should know: You should not draw or attempt to fire your 2008 General until this important inspection, and if necessary, modification is performed by an Authorized BowTech Dealer. If you are not the original owner of your 2008 General, and are unsure if the inspection/modification has been completed, contact any Authorized BowTech Dealer for inspection. Any Authorized BowTech Dealer can perform the inspection and modification. For the name and location of a dealer near you call 877.447.0293 or visit the dealer locator section at www.BowTechArchery.com.

Tomorrow is the BIG DAY!

DVFD236 — Fri, 01 Oct 2010 12:11:24 GMT

My buddies and I were all a little worried this past week with that tropical storm system moving in But to our luck it is gone as of last night and tomorrow will be a beaut. High of 72 and Sunny. First day of archery is only hours away!

Which bow has the best quality

DVFD236 — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 11:36:32 GMT

Trying to find a good quality bow, Unhappy with parker and deciding to take a step in something a little bit better.

Arrow Saw made using mini-cut off saw from Harbor Freight

Gosportbound — Thu, 11 Sep 2008 19:26:29 GMT

If anyone has some pictures of how they set theirs up I would surely appreciate some. The ones that were posted by the fellow originally won't come through on my computer for some reason. I just bought one of the saws and the aluminum yard sticks but am unsure of how it and the V-blocks are mounted. Any tips or pointers would sure be BIG help. Thanks

4 Blazer Fletchings??

Uwharrie — Mon, 05 Jul 2010 19:05:57 GMT

Can someone tell me about their experience with 4 Fletchings? Advantages/Disadvantages??

Scent Lok Lawsuit

BlacktailSlayer — Sun, 17 May 2009 15:42:58 GMT

Did anyone hear that Lee Lakowsky has been subpoena in the Scent Lok lawsuit? That should be very interesting with his background as a chemist and having a very successful hunting background/career. I can’t wait to hear or read about his testimony.

Here is the paperwork for one of the lawsuits.
http://www.skinnymoose.com/ALSLawsuit.pdf

It looks like some lawyers are looking to help other people out who feel they got ripped off by Scent Lok.
http://www.lawyersandsettlements.com/case/scent-lok.html

Looks like more cases:

Washington
http://dockets.justia.com/docket/court-waedce/case_no-2:2009cv00107/case_id-47192/

Indiana
http://dockets.justia.com/docket/court-insdce/case_no-1:2009cv00388/case_id-22807/

I found this posted by “Scentguy” on another website.

“This is from the original filing in the Minn.case. There are over 200 documents filed in that case. Depositions etc. All the documents are not available because some are sealed. (All available on justia.com)
Arguements for certification were held May 5,2009. Decision to be announced shortly

There have beeb additional suits filed in Ill., Wisconsin , Flordia , Maryland ,
Indiana , and Washington . In each of these their are speficific charges against the defendants.

Cabela's , Gander Mountain , Bass Pro , Browning , and Robinson Outdoors
along with Scentlok are named defendants so this is a much larger suit then has been discussed and will be very far reaching in its effect on the hunting community.
The scope of the suits has widen to include TV advertising and shows , magazine advertising and promotion , and prostallers statements.

The hunting industry is strangely silent in providing information and most publication are afraid to provide up to date information. Scentguy”

I found this great post by “Doc” on a website.

“Hunters, fishermen, and all kinds of outdoor enthusiasts have become such a taken-for-granted target of false advertisement schemes that now we are starting to accept the fact that products do not have to perform as warranted. Do we enjoy being lied to so much that we are now cheering on the manufacturers who prey on us with their lies and deceit.

I personally am grateful that someone has taken on the effort of trying to make these characters liable for intentional deceptions and if they prove their case, I will cheer the outcome. I have nothing but contempt for businesses that take my hard earned cash under false and fraudulent claims and deceptive advertising techniques. If they are guilty, they deserve whatever financial punishment that they get.

Of course I reserve all of my appreciation for this action until such time as their case is proven. I have never bought any of this stuff because of the exhorbitant cost, so I have no opinion on whether the stuff actually works or not. That issue will be for the plaintiffs to prove.

Doc”

2010 Bows

zry2 — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 17:55:02 GMT

I'm looking to get a new bow come the 2010 season. I really like the Hoyt Maxxis 31/35. The Mathews Z7, and the Hoyt Alphamax or Alphaburner. Any info or personal opinions on these bows?

Length of arrow vanes

hansom — Sun, 28 Mar 2010 17:37:53 GMT

I have noticed alot of arrows now have 2 inch vanes. Are they more accurate, faster, or what advantage do they have over 4 inch vanes?

pse stinger

rtjjdjjdm — Mon, 05 Apr 2010 15:16:05 GMT

I have recently been considering buying a pse stinger, but want it in a mossy oak new break up camo finish. As far as i know, the only stingers that come in that camo pattern are older models. Is this True? I have seen that the newer stingers have a screw in insert for a pse back-stop or string supressor, and am wondering if the older model has that feature as well. Does anyone have either model of the stinger or know anything about both of these models. Thanks!

looking for crossbows for juvenile hunters

krawiech — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 23:20:27 GMT

i am looking for info on crossbows for juvenile hunters they must be 28 inches or longer and have an 80 lb draw weight and preferably a crancking device to assist the kids does anyone have any expierence with a barnett panzer v this bow has all the requirements thanks

New 3-d archery range

billnsarah — Sun, 17 Jan 2010 03:45:51 GMT

Hey everybody , a new joint venture between myself and a couple friends . An 80+ acre , 30 target , 3-d archery range located in Norwood , Missouri . Frst scheduled shoot the last weekend of this month . 20+ shoots scheduled for 2010 . Check out the new website (still being updated with ino/pics) www.double-backarchery.com .

A no-bow archer, found a deal?

JohnnyRingo — Fri, 15 Aug 2008 11:57:05 GMT

Afternoon all,

So I'm in the market for my first serious bow. I bow-hunted a few times when I was younger with a youth model, but here I am 8 years later and not exactly fit for youth shooting. I'm also not looking to make 100 yard shots with the worlds best bells and whistles on my bow. I want reliability and affordability. I figure if I practice enough, then I can make my equipment work for me. I'd rather have consistent shooting than a pretty bow.

All of that being said - it boils down to me being cheap. I was in Academy the other day and I found some of their bows on clearance. Here is what I'm looking at...

Bear Archery "Tracker"
Bow length: 34 1/4"
Draw Weight: 60 to 70lbs
IBO Speed: 300fps
Draw Length: 27 1/2 to 29 1/2"
Brace Height: 7 1/4"
Let off: 75%

Its a quad-limb, solo cam bow, as well. Here's a link.

Anyone have any advice here? By the way - the reason this caught my eye is that in-store its 169 bucks.

-R

Favorite Bow Company?

peregordusmc — Wed, 28 Nov 2007 19:13:39 GMT

Whats y'alls favorite bow company. Who do you back the most?

spoon bill catfis

rednek271 — Sat, 30 Jan 2010 15:39:16 GMT

does anyone know if the spoon bill catfish is legal to shoot in illinois? We shoot carp and gar but wanted to know what other species we could shoot.this is one of the best things we do for fun and food but dont want to shoot the wrong things.

Hog Hunting

knowlzy1824 — Mon, 28 Dec 2009 14:59:52 GMT

Hey everyone how was your holiday? Hope it all went well. I was wondering if anyone knew a place to hog hunt around Gatlenburg Tennessee, my buddy got engaged on Christmas and that is where he is getting married. We are all from Indiana and are having no luck finding a place for us to go before the wedding. The hunters include the bride and groom so any help would be great, thanks and god bless.

Got my new bow, lookin for sights

hunt12ga — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 22:23:55 GMT

I picked up my new G5 Quest bow last week. I can't believe how good it feels in my hand and how smooth the thing is. The shop threw in a Whisker Biscuit for free and it only set me back $425. For the way the thing feels and shoots, I think I got a great deal.

Now I'm trying to find some new sights for the thing. It sucks having a nice new bow with banged up old sights! Any suggestions? I see lots of different things on the shelves, and just wonder why some of them cost around 200 bucks. I'm not rich, so $100 is out of my league. I need to keep heating bills this winter in mind. Any help would be great. Thanks!

rw

What camo for hot weather (South Florida)?

wileyc — Tue, 22 Dec 2009 09:36:37 GMT

What is the best brand/style of camo for warm-hot weather? I recently moved to Miami, FL and want to start bow hunting however the weather is always warm. I want to be concealed and not sweat to death due to overly thick outerwear. Any recommendations?

Petition to end bowhunting!!!!!

BlacktailSlayer — Sun, 29 Nov 2009 22:52:22 GMT

Petition to end bowhunting
http://www.thepetitionsite.com/petition/473851368

bows

tman123456 — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 18:42:37 GMT

im trying to find a new bow and im interstead in a g5 bow but i i want to know what every budy else thinks about them first.

Archery Coyote

pabowhunter — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 07:47:23 GMT

Had a decent night on stand last night. It started with 24 turkey coming into the plot to feed. Then some doe followed by those birds again. Also has a little buck chasing some doe off about 100 yards. A few grunts and he came in like he was on a string sniffing all the way. Sure is good to see that he was chasing.

Then just before dark two doe were hanging out feeding. The one spooks and starts staring off into the timber before they both bolt. I heard something coming so I grabbed the bow and got ready. Sure enough a yote comes to the edge of the plot and freezes. I drew and left one fly.....THWACK! The dog started spinning and growling. She moved off and I could hear the growling again. Found her about 15 yards away arrow still in. Wacked my first bow coyote!

2009 Elk First one

elblevins — Sat, 10 Oct 2009 22:13:52 GMT

I had a great season so far. This is my first Archery Elk.

Crossbow question

simpleokie — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 13:38:36 GMT

My daughter is disabled and is in a wheelchair. She is 17 but has been hunting with me since she was 4. She learned how to aim and shoot using a bb gun with a red dot scope. I got her a 243 for deer but her condition causes her to jump because of the noise. Once she gets scared once, then she is trigger shy after that. Last year she got her first deer with the help of a guide at Legends Ranch. The guide basically had to pull the trigger for her. So for this season I was going to get her a crossbow and I saw all those cheap crossbows on ebay, 150 & 180 lb crossbows. Does anyone have any experience with these bows? I can't afford the ones at Basspro but I think the only way she would be able to hunt this year would be with a crossbow because they won't be so loud. What do you think?