The goal here is to find the best bow target for YOU. Before we begin, let's think about what you are looking for. Do you have a compound bow? Do you have a place you would like to put it? What is the goal when practicing? Well, we are going to dive in, but specifically, let's focus on the best questions to ask when looking for an archery target...
13 Must-Ask Questions to Consider for Archery Targets:
1. How Long will the target facing last?
Is it innovative and built-to-last? Or is it cheap, meant to be replaced?
2. How long does it stop my arrows?
Does it eliminate the risk of damaged arrows for a long time?
3. How easy are the arrows to pull out?
Do I need an arrow puller?
4. How heavy are the targets?
Are they easy and comfortable to move? Or do I need to use a cart, dolly, or forklift?
5. Can I leave the target outdoors?
How well does it keep water out? What effect does the Sun have on it?
6. Will target tip over when shot?
Will I risk damaging, or breaking arrows?
7. How large are the aiming spots?
Are they easy to see, and away from the outer edge of the target?
8. Will it help me shoot better?
Does it have short, medium and long-distance aiming points?
9. What kind of bows can I shoot into them?
Compounds, crossbows and recurves? Does it have a minimum, or
maximum speed?
10. What is the word on the street about the targets? And the brand as a whole?
What do the Reviews say? Are they real, or fake?
11. What does the company specialize in?
Do they only build targets? Or do they build everything under the sun?
Are they an expert in targets? Or are they a jack of all trades, and potentially a master of none?
12. How easy is it to talk with a human at the company?
Are you able to talk with an experienced person (not a bot online) to answer questions?=
13. What is the company's warranty?
If there are issues, how easy is it to have your concerns addressed, and resolved?
I hope these questions will help guide you on your search. When it comes to choosing your next archery target, we know it can be hard to find "the right one", but I know that asking the right questions will filter out what you don't need.
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