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Learning How to Saddle Hunt Isn't as Tough as You Think - Bowhunter

1 month ago | bowhuntingmag.com | Alex Comstock

Before you even know it, you'll be on a quick climb to success in a saddle.
Mind Games: Overcoming Shooting Pressure

Feb 22, 2024 | bowhuntingmag.com | Joe Bell

The mind is not tolerant of abrupt physical and emotional changes. It performs task-oriented jobs much better in a normal or controlled setting. Throw in abnormal variables, such as a heightened heart rate, fear of missing, inclement weather, and the presence of something rarely seen up close (e.g., a giant buck), and the mind tends to go haywire or otherwise not operate smoothly. This presents a major problem when wanting to perform well in a serious bowhunting situation.
New Crossbow Accessories for 2024

Feb 12, 2024 | bowhuntingmag.com | Brad Fenson

Crossbows continue to grow in popularity across North America. New technologies and engineering have created horizontal bows that are faster, safer, consistently accurate, and intuitive to use. Keeping up with the new designs and science behind the new crossbows are the accessories. Electronic optics, enhanced arrows and broadheads, targets, and storage systems are leaping forward as fast as the crossbows they support and augment.
How to Achieve a Rock-Solid Aim

Feb 8, 2024 | bowhuntingmag.com | Joe Bell

The mental mechanics of shooting are pretty straightforward, but when the pressure is on, things tend to go haywire quickly. One issue is how our conscious mind feels about the aiming process. If we are comfortable at full draw while having a steady sight picture, we are much more at peace and able to focus intently on aiming correctly, while the release portion of the shot just happens subconsciously.
Field Tested: Pro-Tracker Archery Bad Boys FOC Arrow Sleeves

Feb 5, 2024 | bowhuntingmag.com | Christian Berg

$24.95 per 3 / Pro-Tracker Archery / 208-356-0657; pro-tracker.com February 06, 2023 By Christian Berg Serious bowhunters are seldom satisfied. Rather than resting on past success, they never stop learning or looking for ways to improve themselves and the equipment they carry afield. One of the most popular ways bowhunters seek improved performance is by increasing the FOC of their hunting arrows.
New Crossbows for 2024

Feb 2, 2024 | bowhuntingmag.com | Brad Fenson

The crossbow community continues to see more bow, limb, string, trigger, and cocking options on the market every year. Engineering and technology form the backbone of new fast, quiet, safe, easy-to-use models. There has never been a better time for crossbow enthusiasts to check out what is new and upgrade to take advantage of the latest and greatest in the horizontal bow world. TenPoint uses its twin riser technology to stabilize the reverse-draw TRX 515 shooting arrows at or over 515 fps.
Field Tested: Bushnell CelluCORE 20 Solar

Jan 29, 2024 | bowhuntingmag.com | Mark Demko

As summer transitions into fall, I really get excited about the process of placing my trail cameras out on the various properties I bowhunt. I have a variety of cameras in my arsenal, from basic “economy” models I’ve had for years to higher-end cell cams that generate high-quality images, offer numerous settings options and provide a variety of intel I can use as I prepare for the season.
Optimizing Arrow Release

Jan 15, 2024 | bowhuntingmag.com | Joe Bell

Whether you’re a 3-D archer or bowhunter, how you release the arrow is critical to success. If your technique is somewhat quick and sloppy, disaster will strike soon enough, and you’ll begin blowing easy shots. Why? Because there’s no mental control behind your shooting routine. The best way to shoot is to be very methodical, with a set system in place for acquiring the target, aiming, and releasing the arrow smoothly and consistently.
From Trapline to Treestand

Jan 5, 2024 | bowhuntingmag.com | Jim Bouchard

It would seem that a singular focus on any lifelong goal would be ideal to be a master at that chosen desire. We have all read about those who have dedicated their lives to a singular purpose and have become known by society as the best of the best. However, if you are trying to be the best bowhunter you can be, is it best to completely immerse yourself in all things archery, or would it be more advantageous to diversify one’s approach?
Bow Review: Mathews Image

Jan 4, 2024 | bowhuntingmag.com | Jon E. Silks

Mathews caters to a wide range of archers by offering bows with different specs and configurations; however, the company never forsakes its mission or values to get there. All bows, regardless of intended audience, are built with the same Mathews commitment to quality and performance. The workmanship is apparent, whether you're picking up a Phase 4, V3X, Prima or the subject of this review, the Image.