August 14, 2024

Heartland Bowhunters Talks Perfect Bow Setup

man concealed with camo draws back bow in a tree

Pictured products: Mossy Oak Country DNA and Bowtech Archery

There's a lot that goes into a good archery setup, and just about everyone's is a little different according to what works for them and the type of hunting they do.

We've asked Michael Hunsucker from Heartland Bowhunters to answer some of the most common questions on hunting archery set ups. He offers his professional opinion on the matter and tells us what he uses and why.

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