Bear Archery entered the compound-bow arena back in the 1970s, when many of us still clung to recurves because we failed to see the advantages in this new approach to bow building. Bear has become a leader in compound innovation and hunter-friendly designs. Bear bows offer speed that’s on par with the biggest names out there, but they’re also smooth-shooting and quiet systems that real bowhunters appreciate. The Kuma was Bear’s 2018 flagship, and it included all of the design elements and technologies that promise to make the 2019 Kuma 30 just as popular, but in a more compact and maneuverable 30-inch package that meets the demands of today’s bowhunter.

What Bear engineers have done is scale down the Kuma 30 riser from the original 28 inches to 25 inches. The difference was taken entirely from the sections between the dual string stops and limb pockets. Everything you loved about last year’s Kuma remains intact. You just receive a shorter axle-to-axle measurement that today’s customers seem to prefer, and with a weight reduction of about 3.2 ounces. The riser was made with cutting-edge milling technology to combine balance, light weight and a low profile with a structurally-sound platform that includes strategically-placed cross struts and frontal flutes.

The Kuma 30 sports the new H-19 Hybrid Cam. The system is smooth drawing and pushes arrows to impressive speeds. The H-19 Cam’s rear valley, established by consistent string stops, feels great and encourages proper back-tension shooting. The string comes back smoothly, with no surprising peaks or troughs in the draw cycle.

The Kuma 30 comes hunting silent right out of the box, and is sure to please a lot of bowhunters next year. Learn more at Bear Archery’s website.

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2019 Bear Archery Kuma 30

An all-new member of the trusted Kuma family, the Kuma 30 delivers the same incredible performance of the Kuma with a little less weight and smaller axle-to-axle. As this year’s flagship, the Kuma 30 brings both speed and comfort in a smaller and lighter package.

345FPS

• WEIGHT – 4.1 LBS.
• BRACE HEIGHT – 6″
• AXLE-TO-AXLE – 30″
• LET OFF – 75%
• DRAW WEIGHT – 45-60 LBS, 55-70 LBS
• DRAW LENGTH RANGE – 25.5″-30″
• BEARCAGE – Eliminates riser flex and reduces weight while maintaining structural integrity.

Learn more on Bear’s website

2019 Bear Archery Perception

You’ll never look at Bear Archery the same way again. We introduce the first bow of its kind, a shoot-through engineered with all the performance of a shoot-through in a small hunting bow package. This limited edition bow weighs only 4.3 lbs. and shoots 350 feet per second.

350 FPS

• WEIGHT – 4.3 LBS.
• BRACE HEIGHT – 6″
• AXLE-TO-AXLE – 33″
• LET OFF – 75%
• DRAW WEIGHT – 45-60 LBS, 55-70 LBS
• DRAW LENGTH RANGE – 25.5″-30″
• MAX PRELOAD QUAD LIMBS -Designed to evenly distribute load across the entire limb surface which optimizes the geometry for extremely efficient performance.

Learn more on Bear’s website

2019 Bear Archery Revival

At Bear Archery, we understand the sport of archery requires distinctive equipment to meet the needs of a hunter and a target shooter. Introducing the all-new Revival, a rebirth of the LST, in a high-performance target bow built for accuracy and comfort with an easy draw for consistency and repetition.

320 FPS

• WEIGHT – 4.4 LBS.
• BRACE HEIGHT – 7″
• AXLE-TO-AXLE – 37 1/2″
• LET OFF – 75%
• DRAW WEIGHT – 45-60 LBS, 55-70 LBS
• DRAW LENGTH RANGE -27″-30.5″
• CROSSLOCK LIMB POCKET – The CrossLock Limb Pocket incorporates a multi-facet system that provides maximum strength at key points of stress during and after the release.

Learn more on Bear’s Website

2019 Bear Archery Divergent

Designed with the whitetail bowhunter in mind, the Divergent offers amazing performance in a short 28” axle-to-axle bow without breaking your wallet. With speeds of 338 feet per second, the Divergent’s compact platform and hybrid cams give shootability a whole new meaning.

338 FPS

• WEIGHT – 3.9 LBS.
• BRACE HEIGHT – 6 1/2″
• AXLE-TO-AXLE – 28″
• LET OFF – 75%
• DRAW WEIGHT – 45-60 LBS, 55-70 LBS
• DRAW LENGTH RANGE – 25.5″-30″

2019 Limited Edition Take Down

• 60″ AMO
• MACASSAR EBONY A – RISER
• FIGURED AFRICAN BUBINGA VENEER LIMBS
• 2ND IN A SERIES OF 4 LIMITED EDITION BEAR BOWS

Learn more on Bear’s Website

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Shur Kill Targets Bowhunting Target System. Shur Kill Targets offers many targets for those real life shots you come across in the woods!

Learn more at shurkilltargets.com

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EVANSVILLE, IN (October 26, 2017) – Bear Archery introduces Karnage Crossbows, a new brand of fast, accurate, lethal weapons you can depend on. The Karnage brand is launching with two models, the Apocalypse and Apocalypse LS. These sleek, lethal weapons are forged with the white-tail hunter in mind and offer high-end performance under the most challenging of conditions.

“We are pleased to introduce the Karnage brand, featuring the Apocalypse and Apocalypse LS,” says Dave Parker, Bear Archery General Manager.  “The market demanded an ultra-fast brand of crossbows at price points that are accessible to all consumers and we have delivered that with Karnage.  Our crossbows are dependable, trustworthy, and can be used by the whole family, and at the same time, lethal and ready to hunt in any environment.”

Ready to shoot out of the box, the Apocalypse fires at 370 feet per second and features an adjustable cheek piece and rear stock with 3” of adjustments and five settings. The adjustable fore end grip is mounted on a Picatinny-style rail system for improved accuracy and comfort.  The Apocalypse also offers dual-mount string recoil suppressor system to reduce noise and friction and an ambidextrous trigger with a dry fire inhibitor. The Apocalypse is available for $299.99 at retail.

Karnage Crossbows also introduces the Apocalypse LS, an upgrade in comfort and accessories. Finished in Kryptek Highlander camouflage, the Apocalypse LS fires at 370 feet per second and includes a 4×32 illuminated scope with 5-position rheostat light adjustments. The crossbow also includes a neoprene sling features quick detach spring-loaded pins. The Apocalypse LS is available for $379.99 exclusively through authorized dealers.

Each package includes a cocking rope, rail lube/string wax, a 4-bolt modular quiver, and three K20 Carbon bolts. Both crossbows are available now for purchase.

About Karnage Crossbows

Delivering top-of-the-line speed and extreme accuracy, Karnage Crossbows are forged with the whitetail hunter in mind. These crossbows offer aggressive power and performance under the most challenging of conditions on any continent. Karnage Crossbows is a division of Escalade Sports. For information on Karnage Crossbows, its products, brands, instruction manuals, retailers, warranty, replacement parts, or customer service, please call 1-800-694-9494 or visit www.karnagecrossbows.com.

ABOUT ESCALADE SPORTS

Headquartered in Evansville, IN, Escalade Sports is a global manufacturer and distributor of sports and outdoor recreational equipment.  Leaders in their respective categories, Escalade Sports’ brands include Bear Archery and Trophy Ridge archery accessories; STIGA® and Ping-Pong® table tennis, Accudart® and Unicorn® darting, Onix^TM pickleball equipment; Triumph Sports^TM indoor and outdoor games, Goalrilla^TM and Goalsetter® residential in-ground basketball systems, Goaliath® and Silverback® residential in-ground and portable basketball goals; the STEP® fitness products, Lifeline personal fitness, Woodplay® premium playsets, and Cue and Case specialty billiard accessories. Escalade Sports’ products are available at sporting goods dealers and independent retailers nationwide.  For more information on Escalade Sports, its brands, instruction manuals, retailers, warranty, replacement parts or customer service, please call 1-888-784-4288 or visit www.escaladesports.com.

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Sparta, Wisconsin –  Introducing the ultimate stealth rig. The 2018 TRIAX is highly maneuverable, deadly accurate and the quietest, most vibration-free bow Mathews has ever built. 

The TRIAX operates off a 28″ ATA platform with a 6″ brace height, and is powered by the award-winning, highly-efficient and extremely accurate Crosscentric Cam system producing speeds up to 343 fps. 

“The high-efficiencies of this cam system allow us to design a draw force curve that stacks weight in specific areas to produce an incredibly smooth draw that stores maximum energy,” says Matt McPherson, CEO and Chief Engineer. “While Crosscentric Cam technology achieves some of the highest efficiencies we’ve ever seen, no mechanical system is 100% efficient, and that’s where our new damping technology comes into play.” 

The TRIAX features new 3D Damping Technology that works to control the three perceived axes of vibration stemming from the point of contact – your grip. The design and location of the new Enhanced Harmonic Stabilizer (EHS) diminishes all three paths of that residual vibration, drastically reducing post-shot noise and virtually eliminating felt recoil. This new location also transfers weight in front of and below the grip for a lower center of gravity, resulting in increased stability and easier aiming.

“We’ve found that some of our most demanding, hard-core hunters prefer a bow that is compact, easy to maneuver, extremely quiet and has crushing downrange energy,” stated Brad Treu, VP of Sales and Marketing. “Our goal from the beginning of the design phase was to develop the most vibration-free bow we’ve ever offered, and with the new 3D Damping technology, the TRIAX is without question, just that. Shoot it next to any bow on the market and you’ll feel the difference. There really is no comparison.”

Go to Mathewsinc.com for full specifications, finish options, and more information on the 2018 TRIAX, and experience it at your local Mathews Retailer.

#MathewsTRIAX  #StealthIsLethal

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Specifications

Model	Carbon RX-1	Carbon RX-1 Ultra	Carbon RX-1 Turbo
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Limb	QuadFlex	QuadFlex	QuadFlex
Cam	ZT HYPER	ZT HYPER	ZT Turbo
Draw Length Options for Each Cam Size	24.5-28″, 27-30″, 29-31″	25.5-29″, 28-31″, 30-32″	26-28″, 28-30″
FPS (ATA)	340 FPS	330 FPS	350 FPS
Brace Height	6″	6″	5⅞“
Mass Weight	3.9 LBS.	4.1 LBS.	3.9 LBS.
Axle-to-Axle	32″	35″	32″
Draw Weight Ranges	30-40#, 40-50#, 50-60#, 55-65#, 60-70#, 70-80#	30-40#, 40-50#, 50-60#, 55-65#, 60-70#, 70-80#	30-40#, 40-50#, 50-60#, 55-65#, 60-70#

Not all archer’s are created equal. That’s a fact. Not all bows are created equal. This too, is a fact.

The all-new 2018 REDWRX Carbon RX-1 Series is engineered for those archers who demand everything. They are built to perform and excel in the most pressure packed conditions imaginable. Pick the configuration best for you and put it to the test. Nothing delivers like the Hoyt Carbon RX-1 Series.

EFFECTIVE STRING ANGLE AT FULL DRAW

We engineer more than bows; we engineer form. “Reaching” your head forward to your peep is more than just uncomfortable, it’s inconsistent. We engineered the ZT Hyper Cam Systems to promote comfortable, strain-free posture at full draw by increasing the distance between our cams at full draw. This broader cam-to-cam distance at full draw creates an ideal “flatter” string angle and brings the peep to you. These innovations allow a more relaxed, strain-free posture at full draw, and reduce facial contact, string pressure, and eye fatigue at anchor. The days of “reaching” are over; your days of tight, consistent groups have arrived.

Features/Technology

HELICAL FLEX TUNE CARBON

Strong, Reliable & Durable

PERFECT BALANCE STABILIZATION SYSTEM

A well balanced bow provides the shooter with a steadier aim that is easy to hold at full draw. It w…

SILENT SHELF TECHNOLOGY

Silent Shelf kills noise at the arrow rest and can save your hunt during the moment of truth.

PARALLEL SPLIT-LIMB TECHNOLOGY

Hoyt’s patented Parallel Split-Limb Technology provides for an effective overall width of 2¼ inches,…

UNIFORM STRESS DISTRIBUTION

Bend but don’t break.

MULTI-LAYER LAMINATION

Strongest, most dependable, longest-lasting limbs you’ll find anywhere.

STEALTHSHOT

StealthShot kills noise and minimizes string oscillation after the shot.

FUSE CUSTOM STRINGS

Proven with podium finishes around the world, FUSE Custom Strings are built rock-solid.

CAM & 1/2 PERFORMANCE SYSTEM

Fused together by a harness system, our cams fire at the exact same time, every time

TURBO CAM & 1/2

Our fastest cam ever made. Designed to be hard-hitting and flat shooting.

TEC LITE RISERS

TEC lite risers survive our 1,500 dry-fire test and feature our vibration-stifling bridged grip desi…

LIMB SHOX

Limb dampening system.

HOYT CARBON TECHNOLOGY

The most advanced compound bows ever created, passing Hoyt’s 1500 dry-fire test with flying colors….

ZERO-TORQUE (ZT) HYPER CAM

Our all-new Zero-Torque (ZT) Hyper Cam creates a balanced side-to-side load with our new patent-pend…

QUADFLEX LIMBS & BI-AX POCKET SYSTEM

Our all-new ¾-inch Quad- Flex limbs significantly increase torsional stability and consistency.

OFFSET WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION

For 2018, we’ve lowered the grip position for more optimized tuning and arrow delivery.

X-ACT GRIP

Consistent and proper hand placement is critical for accuracy and the grip has everything to do with…

SHOCK PODS AND REAR STABILIZER MOUNT

Our all-new Shock Pod Vibration Damping System creates even more deadly silence upon the shot and ou…

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Learn more at hoyt.com

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All-new for 2018, a lineup of bows that are rooted in inspiration from Fred Bear, his legacy of innovation and a heritage of introducing new technologies that are accessible to everyone. We’re proud to continue what our creator started.

Bear Archery 2018 Kuma

Get the best of both worlds in speed and comfort. This hybrid cam bow launches arrows at 345 feet per second, and offers a smooth draw and a high-level of forgiveness. A deadly combination. #BearArchery http://ow.ly/IEsa30fE3qn

Bear Archery 2018 Sole Intent

Forged for strength, machined for the accuracy. The Sole Intent utilizes BearCage Technology, eliminating riser flex and reducing weight while maintaining its strength #BearArchery http://ow.ly/wbyy30fDZLj

Bear Archery 2018 Approach HC

Meet the Approach HC. This high-performance hybrid cam system offers a super smooth draw cycle, speed, and accuracy. With speeds of 340 feet per second and features of a bow that should cost hundreds more, the Approach HC is a premium bow at an incredible price #BearArchery  http://ow.ly/t7A030fDXM4

Bear Archery 2018 Approach

Introducing the Approach. This 32″ axle-to-axle single cam system is easy to tune and extremely quiet. With speeds of 330 feet per second and features of a bow that would cost hundreds more, the Approach disrupts the price to performance ratio #BearArchery http://ow.ly/ao9Z30fDMsS

Bear Archery 2018 Species

The Species is the perfect introduction bow for a first-time adult bowhunter. Simple setup & easy to shoot #BearArchery http://ow.ly/IYFo30fDGmY

Bear Archery 2018 Cruzer

You asked, we listened. Back by popular demand, the extremely versatile Cruzer returns with a new look and new color, and all the same features you love #BearArchery http://ow.ly/m4GM30fDW1V

Learn more at beararchery.com

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Built off of the proven design of the longer TRX models, the 38 inch axle-to-axle TRX38 fills the void perfectly for shooters looking for a shorter, lighter, more comfortable bow for their draw length. Draw lengths range 23 inches to 30 inches and draw weight goes from 50 pounds up to 70 pounds on the new TRX 38. The new 70 percent mod gives shooters a deeper valley while the standard 80 percent mods remain an option. A true-center nocking point ensures straight and level nock travel, further enhancing shot-to-shot consistency and a 7.5-inch brace height provides unmatched forgiveness.

FINISHES:

 

SPECIFICATIONS

All specs approximate. Weight shown without accessories.

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XPLORER SS

Modern bow design and engineering allow the Xplorer SS to defy the previous limitations and preconceived notions of short axle-to-axle bows. Light and compact now comes with accuracy for longer shots, performance that surpasses most “speed” bows and the smooth draw cycle and wide range of adjustability only found in Xpedition’s new patent pending PX³ and XS Plus dual limb stop Hybrids. If compact power is what you seek, the Xplorer SS is the bow you need.

BO	355 fps
Weight	3.9 lbs
Axle-to-Axle	30″ +/- .250″
Brace Height	6.125″ +/- .125″
Draw Weight	45, 55, 60, 65, 70
Draw Lengths XS Plus	27″ – 30″
Draw Lengths PX³	25″ – 26.5″
Draw Length Adjustment	Modular (0.5″ Incriments)
Let Off	80% Adj.
Standard Riser Finishes	Molten Black, Realtree Xtra, Realtree Max-1
Standard Limb Finishes	Black, DefCon Black, Realtree Xtra, Realtree Max-1
Customer Riser Finishes	Realtree AP Black, Realtree AP Snow, DefCon Red, DefCon Blue, DefCon Green, DefCon Purple, DefCon Magenta, DefCon Orange
Custom Limb Finishes	Realtree AP Black, Realtree AP Snow
MSRP	$1,049

Learn more at xpeditionarchery.com

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