Before 2016, if you saw an Illinois bowhunter carrying a crossbow, you could safely assume two things: they were either over the age of 62, or they had a doctor’s note in their wallet verifying a physical disability. For most of my life, vertical bows dominated the woods. Choosing to hunt with a compound, recurve, […]
I’ve been bowhunting my home state of Illinois for over three decades. In that time, I’ve learned a lot of lessons, many of which came the hard way. Unfilled tags, close calls, and “the one that got away” have often been the rule more than the exception. Just when I’d think I had it all […]
If you are like me, predominantly a Midwest whitetail hunter, most of the deer you shoot are inside 20 or 30 yards, maybe 40. For years, my go-to sight picture has been a vertical two-pin configuration. I typically run pins at 20 and 35 yards, dial when I need to, and call it a day. […]
Last fall, I hunted Kansas public land for the first time since its statewide trail camera ban took effect. It was the most refreshing public land whitetail hunt I’ve had in years. For the first time in a decade, I wasn’t ducking and dodging lenses. I was free to pee in relative peace, not worrying […]
When it comes to hunters, bowhunting gear generally falls into two categories. There are items we love to tinker with every single season, like arrows, broadheads, and sight setups. Then there are pieces of gear where, once we find something that fits and works, we refuse to touch it. For the past few seasons, my […]
Starting at under $600, this "value bow" punches far above it's weight class thanks to it's Mathews-inspired technology and shootability.
Sighting in your bow doesn’t have to be a headache Start close, stay simple, and chase your arrow. Mounting a brand-new sight or dialing in a fresh rig for the season can feel like a high-stakes technical hurdle, but it doesn’t have to be a headache. Sighting in is actually just a logical series of […]
Every January, the ATA Show gives bowhunters a look at the fresh new gear hitting the market for the season ahead. You’ll find the best of the best in new ideas, refined designs, and gear built to make our time in the woods more effective and more enjoyable. The 2026 ATA Show was no exception, […]
A viral Facebook post claiming the new owner of KUIU is an "evil billionaire" out to destroy public land access has the internet in a frenzy. But the truth is more complicated.
The compound bow world is all about tiny improvements every year—a few FPS here, a lighter weight there. But every few years, a manufacturer swings for the fences, and the new 2026 Mathews ARC platform feels like that big swing. Available in the ARC 30 (agile) and ARC 34 (stable), this isn’t just a new […]
Explore why the elaborate face paint schemes of the early 2010s are disappearing from bowhunting. Discover the practical downsides and changing trends driving this shift.
We tested a dozen lighted nocks to determine which ones are the best choice for bowhunters in 2025.
Moose Offroad is officially back and better than ever with 2 and 4 wheel drive off-road products for both machine and rider.
The new TenPoint TX 28 crossbow packs plenty of punch at a price tag that won't kill your wallet.
Meet the new Easton 5.0 and FMJ Max arrows - lighter and better than ever.
Didn't recover your deer after the shot? Who's to blame? Here's a look at why mechanical broadheads get a bad rap.
The biggest shopping day of the year is here! Be sure to check out our Best Black Friday Deals for Bowhunters 2024 Edition.
With the release of the Lift in 2024, Mathews introduced us to an all-new platform for their flagship bow. A stronger, lighter riser design, new limbs and limb pockets, and a new axle system ushered in a new generation of design and technology for us to enjoy. In 2025, Mathews brings us the Lift X; […]
New hunting bows for the 2025 year are being released. Here's a look at the top new bows for 2025, including specs, features and photos.
October 1st holds a special place in the deer hunting community. Even if you hunt states that open their deer season in September, October is the unofficial kick-off to the fall deer hunting season. When the calendar flips to 10/1, it’s game on in the whitetail woods. Now, tagging a trophy buck on opening day […]
