OLATHE, Kan./August 15, 2023/Outdoor Wire – Garmin (NYSE: GRMN) today announced an integration of its Xero® X1i crossbow scope with Ravin Crossbow’s precision-based platforms. The new custom Xero X1i scope is preloaded with the technical specifications of all Ravin Crossbow models and adjusts aiming solutions based on each model’s specifications, providing hunters with unparalleled “out of the box” accuracy and blistering fast setup times.

“Ravin Crossbows paired with the Xero X1i provide a new level of precision aiming that will meet the demands of even the most advanced crossbow hunters. Simply put, the combination of Ravin’s industry-leading accuracy with the superior ranging and aiming capabilities of the Xero X1i creates one of the most comprehensive crossbow shooting experiences available.” – Bryan Yalowitz, Garmin outdoor product strategy director

Innovative accuracy

Garmin Xero X1i is an electro-optic based crossbow scope with a built-in laser range finder that offers one of the most advanced crossbow aiming platforms on the market, thanks to a proprietary algorithm that compensates for distance and angle. With 3.5x magnification and digital overlays to improve sighting precision, the Xero X1i can range game targets up to 250 yards away and reflective targets up to 500 yards away. Integrating the technical information for each individual Ravin Crossbow assists the Xero X1i in calibrating an aiming solution, so users can be confident they have the most accurate pin placement for the specific hunting situation. Read more

Salt Lake City, Utah – When 5MM AXIS came on the scene it revolutionized hunting arrows. The small shaft innovation offered better accuracy and mitigated friction to retain velocity and add penetration. Now the concept has gone forward to the next level with the introduction of the new 4MM AXIS Long Range.

The Long Rang AXIS will offer bowhunters even more of what they want in a micro diameter arrow. 4mm AXIS uses a lighter weight carbon for more speed to the target in order to drive broadheads deeper upon impact. “Additionally, it adds penetration as the shaft passes through with less friction behind the broadhead channel” said Gary Cornum, Easton Director of Marketing. “Millions of successful hunts testify to the awesome effectiveness of a simple concept that equates to more downed big game—it’s like getting magnum ammunition made for a bow.”

Made in Easton’s Utah factory, the AXIS Long Range is engineered with specialized carbon-fiber to increase arrow velocity. Easton 4mm nocks and front-of-center boosting 8-32 half-outs are included to help tighten arrow grouping. 4MM AXIS Long Range is available in four sizes, 250, 300, 340, and 400 in both standard straightness and in the ultra-precise ±.001 Match Grade.

• • High-strength, lighter weight carbon adds velocity for longer range
  • Includes 8-32-point half-outs
  • Pre-installed 4mm nocks
  • Four sizes: 250, 300, 340, & 400
  • Available in standard straightness and in the ±.001” Match Grade
  • Made in USA

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DUQUOIN, IL – NubAbility® Athletics Foundation announced today that the organization will be holding a 3D archery clinic for limb-different children Saturday, August 12th through Sunday, August 13th, and a 3D archery fundraiser tournament on Sunday, August 13th. The clinic is for children ages four to seventeen with congenital or traumatic limb loss; the charity tournament is open to all. Both events will be held at the Old Hickory Lake Bowmen Club, 480 Shute Lane in Hermitage, Tennessee. NubAbility is a 501(c)3 charity that helps limb-different children gain confidence and courage through instruction in 24 organized and outdoor sports.

3D archery incorporates three dimensional targets of artificial common game animals placed along an outdoor walking path to create a real-life setting for developing archery skills. “We are grateful to Old Hickory Lake Bowmen Club and The Archery Den for providing access to unique and beautiful private grounds to hold these events,” said NubAbility founder and executive director Sam Kuhnert. “Their generosity makes it possible for limb-different kids to learn and hone their archery skills while experiencing the natural beauty of Tennessee.” Read more

New for 2023, the Hyper Raptor leads the way with premium features, performance-driven innovation, and industry-leading technology to produce the smoothest, fastest, easiest shooting experience on the market. Best of all, Barnett® offers all of this at an incredible retail price.

At the heart of every Barnett crossbow is quality and dependability. As the leading pioneer of the modern crossbow movement, Barnett’s never-compromising focus on precision, safety and performance has earned the trust of hunters from every walk of life and every corner of the world. With over 60 years of experience and scrutinizing every aspect of every crossbow, Barnett is proud to be the world’s #1 manufacturer of crossbows.

The Hyper Raptor excels in every aspect of performance-inspired design and technology. With a lightweight composite riser and measuring just over seven inches axle-to-axle when cocked, the crossbow provides excellent maneuverability in tight-quartered hunting applications. Its pivoting limb pockets put less weight at the front of the crossbow while making a more durable shooting platform with reduced recoil and vibration. With its compact and energy-efficient design, the Hyper Raptor sends small-diameter HyperFlite™ arrows down-range with incredible speed – up to 410 feet per second and 142 ft. lbs. of energy for maximum bone-crushing penetration.

Like all crossbows in the Hyper™ series, the Hyper Raptor is paired with Barnett’s exclusive and patent-pending 20 in., .204 diameter HyperFlite arrows. The arrow’s 21% increased FOC (front of center) and 61% greater ballistic coefficient reduces wind drift which makes for a deadly combination of blistering speed, downrange accuracy and deeper penetration. With a straightness tolerance of +/- .001 in., HyperFlite arrows provide more than 25% deeper penetration than the competition. Read more

Introducing the TruFire Edge FT — a new forward trigger archery release aid engineered to maximize draw length, increase accuracy and enhance comfort.

By moving the index finger actuated trigger further up the barrel of the release the Edge FT (Forward Trigger) expands upon one of the most popular release designs ever offered from TruFire. This, enhanced profile, maximizes draw length by nearly one inch yet allows users to still find their optimal anchor point, without sacrifices to trigger pull or hand positioning. The result is less “floating” at full draw, a more solid anchor point, and increased accuracy. Adding to accuracy, the auto closing trigger is powered by a closed-bias, dual-caliper dime-sized head that leverages an ultra-smooth linear motion bearing for a consistently crisp, and clean trigger break. Users will appreciate the enhanced performance delivered by customizable trigger tension and travel adjustments — all easily set through the simple rotation of a set screw. Release length is also customizable to the user’s preference by simply loosening a set screw and rotating the release barrel to the desired length, and angle for a truly personal fit.

Not to be outdone by tactical attributes, the fit and finish of the Edge FT is second-to-none starting with hard-wearing anodized components on the trigger, jaws, and barrel of the release. The precision machined internal components are engineered and custom-coated to offer a durable and smooth trigger that functions flawlessly at the moment of truth. The ultra-comfortable leather buckle strap is available in olive green or black and features TruFire’s patented FoldBack™ design that allows users to fold the release out of the way, while not in use. TruFire’s TrapTab™ with its hallmark TruFire arrowhead triangle design pulls through the buckle easier making light work of putting the release on and eliminating the need for a “third hand” during application. The TruFire Edge FT for an MSRP of $89.99 at the finest retailers nationwide or online at https://www.feradyne.com/trufire/. Read more

>> The grand prize features a Mathew’s bow, TAC Vanes LRP arrows and Swhacker broadheads, Cuddeback, and more.

Monday – Atlanta, GA – TAC Vanes and Swhacker Broadheads, makers of exceptional archery products, have launched an Outdoor Summer Sweepstakes, open to all, with a grand prize package featuring items from some of the most reputable names in the outdoor industry.

The grand prize package will include:

– Semi-custom Phase 4 Mathew’s bow with the LowPro Mathew’s quiver and a Mathew’s Bridge-Lock 5-pin sight

– (1) 6-pack TAC Vanes LRP Arrow package customized to winner’s specs

– (1) 3-pack of Swhacker LRP practice heads

– (1) 3-pack Swhacker LRP broadheads

– HDX Rest

– Cuddeback Trail Cam

– Pennington Seed, Rackmaster Deer Greens

– (4) C’Mere Deer attractant products Read more

Salt Lake City, Utah—With increased globalization and lower labor costs driving companies to outsource hunting products, bowhunters might just assume their equipment is made overseas. However, Easton arrows are one notable exception. Hunters may not know as they draw an Easton arrow, the shaft on their rest came off the production line in Salt Lake City, Utah—the only dedicated arrow factory in the United States. Using their unique manufacturing position, Easton is taking their message to the bowhunting community through their “Made-in-USA” campaign. “Our goal is to provide the highest quality, USA-made arrows for all types of archery that instill maximum confidence when an archer draws his or her bow in the field.” stated Gary Cornum, Easton Marketing Director. Easton employs workers in its arrow manufacturing facilities in Utah and Indiana where they produce a complete line of arrows for the target and bowhunting markets.

Visit www.eastonarchery.com to see the complete Made-in-America product lineup.