In all likelihood, you probably heard someone say bolts at one point or another and wondered how they differed from arrows. You do have a few differences between the two that you want to be aware of because while they may serve the same function, arrows and bolts aren’t completely the same thing. Let’s have…
Finger Tab vs Glove: What to Choose?
Talking about the finger tab and the glove in archery, you may wonder which one offers you the most protection for the sport. You want to at least wear some form of protection because it serves as a barrier between your hands and the bowstring. In fact, it prevents nerve damage and not being able…
Do Whisker Biscuits Ruin Fletching?
Having shot an arrow through a whisker biscuit, you may have wondered if the whiskers on the biscuit will have an impact on the fletching of your arrows. You may have even heard this. I’ve seen this many times and can talk about it in depth. Do whisker biscuits ruin fletching? You could estimate that…
Should You Kill Gar?
Having caught a gar, you may wonder if you need to kill them like the Asian carp. Many people may view killing a fish without a purpose as wasteful and frown upon it. Let’s have a look. Should you kill gar? A native fish species to the United States, you should not kill gar unless…
How Long Does a Bow Last?
Investing in a bow, you hope that it lasts for years, and you may wonder when it might need replacement. The type of bow that you use will have an impact on how long it lasts—for example, compound bows will last different from a recurve bow. Several factors will influence its lifespan. How long does…
How Long will a Crossbow Last? Learn the Answer Here…
Before you buy a crossbow, you want to know how long your investment will last. Having hunted with crossbows for many years, I’ve learned about how long they will last. How long will a crossbow last? Given the proper care, your crossbow will last 10 years or longer. You need to take care of the…
What are Archery Targets Made Of?
Have you ever looked at an archery target and wondered what they were made from? You have a few common types of materials that people use to make archery targets. What are archery targets made of? The common materials that they use to make archery targets include high-density foam, rubber, hay, cloth rags or layers…
Whisker Biscuit vs Drop-Away Rest: The Superior Choice
An ongoing debate among bowhunters rages on as to whether the whisker biscuit or the drop-away arrow rest holds superiority as the ultimate bowhunting equipment. The two styles hold your arrows differently, and while some bowhunters prefer the whisker biscuit, others prefer the drop away rest. You may need to try them both out to…
Archery Targets: Learn Why They’re so Expensive Here…
Deciding that you want an at-home archery range, you go to look up the cost of archery targets online—your mind gets blown wide open! You discover how archery targets cost more than you would have ever guessed. Especially when you consider how much a bale of hay costs, the archery targets look less attractive. Why…
Does a Whisker Biscuit Slow down an Arrow?
A whisker biscuit, especially when out in the field bowhunting, can serve as an arrow rest while you wait for the prey to show up. The usefulness of it has helped the whisker biscuit to sell millions to bowhunters in the last two decades. With that said, you may be wondering how much a whisker…