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Target
- Thread starter Alud555
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I have a Spyderweb target for field points. Probably have 1500 shots into it so far and it’s holding up like a champ. Unfortunately, broadheads are a no go with that target.
swampsnyper
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BlobTargets.Net
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Looks like blobs are still available to purchase. I almost bought one years ago but shipping cost was just murder.
I'm not an expert on targets, and have probably a lot less experience with what's on the market than others here.
When I was making my decision I was considering these factors:
1. Durability vs Cost
2. Affordability vs Size
3. Ease of pulling arrows
4. Versatility (broad head and field point)
5. Weather resistance vs. size
I ended up with a Rinehart Signature. (Note the woodland do not use the same foam).
1. If it's twice as expensive, I think it's lifespan will exceed double many other targets. The core is replaceable too.
2. I wanted a large target, but couldn't afford the bigger targets of similar quality nor a big Rinehart...so moot. There are some large options that were cheaper but didn't appear to have the quality I was after.
3. Some folks think arrows pull out tough from Rineharts. They may hold tighter, but seem to stop the arrow shallower. Hasn't been an issue for me.
4. Can shoot both, but I primarily shoot field points.
5. I wanted a permanent set up I could keep outside rather than toting in and out from a garage or shed. Rinehart Signatures hold up well outside. I'd be storing many other brands inside, which would have meant getting a smaller target for storage and setup convenience.
I wish I could afford a really big target and if I had cash to waste would get one of their T-Rex or Squatch targets.
Now, I've had my target a number of years and haven't been following new technologies. I hear McKenzie improved their foam sometime back, and there are things posted here that are unknown to me.
Yes the blobs are very heavy and shipping would be expensive. We had got a group buy from them and they came to the 3d shoot with a trailer load of them so we didn’t have to pay shipping and got a discount.
I have been through a ton of targets in my 30+ years of archery experience.
The Matrix hexagon is my all time favorite. Rhinehart is really good, too. Was not a fan of the Block. Spyderweb stops field points great and is easy to pull, but it’s super loud when the arrow hits. It actually startled my neighbors on their deck and they aren’t that close to me.
Haven’t tried a Blob, but I’ve read that it will wear the carbon down almost like shooting in a sand pit does. Maybe just have one practice arrow with a broadhead for that reason.
The Matrix hexagon is my all time favorite. Rhinehart is really good, too. Was not a fan of the Block. Spyderweb stops field points great and is easy to pull, but it’s super loud when the arrow hits. It actually startled my neighbors on their deck and they aren’t that close to me.
Haven’t tried a Blob, but I’ve read that it will wear the carbon down almost like shooting in a sand pit does. Maybe just have one practice arrow with a broadhead for that reason.
I have a Yellow Jacket bag target and a Rhinehart 18-1. The Rhinehart works really well. Almost too well, arrows are hard to get out sometimes. I like the Yellow Jacket for longer distances.