BowTech Archery Lauches New Website

BowTech Archery

Eugene, OR --(Ammoland.com)- BowTech Archery has launched their new and innovative interactive website.

A website like the industry has never seen before. No less is expected of the company who has revolutionized the industry by creating most of the major technologies used today and they didn’t disappoint.

Log on to BowTechArchery.com and enter a surreal environment where all you can hear is your heartbeat. Enter and immerse yourself in an interactive world that leads to products, gear and all things BowTech.

Explore unmatched technology while viewing BowTech’s hard hitting new 2011 lineup of bows.

All except one, which the world has yet to see. True to their tagline, “Refuse to Follow”, BowTech is the only bow company to have yet to release their premier 2011 bow. BowTech’s 2011 flagship bow will be launched January 6th, 2011 at the ATA. Be at the BowTech booth #2537 at 9:30AM to witness the unveiling and to get your free BowTech shirt (while supplies last).The countdown has begun. An Invasion is Coming.

Refuse to Follow.

About:
BowTech manufactures and distributes the world’s finest compound bows and archery equipment. Founded in 1999, BowTech’s corporate offices and manufacturing facilities are located in Eugene, Oregon. With a worldwide distribution network, BowTech’s family of brands include: BowTech, Diamond, Octane, Stryker and WaterDog Surface Technologies. BowTech is a subsidiary of Savage Sports Corporation, located in Westfield. MA. Brand names include Savage Arms, Stevens, Fox, Savage (Canada), Savage Range Systems and PortaTarget. Visit: www.BowTechArchery.com

About:
BowTech manufactures and distributes the world’s finest compound bows and archery equipment. Founded in 1999, BowTech’s corporate offices and manufacturing facilities are located in Eugene, Oregon. With a worldwide distribution network, BowTech’s family of brands includes: BowTech, Diamond compound bows, Octane archery accessories, Stryker crossbows and WaterDog Surface Technologies. BowTech is a subsidiary of Savage Sports Corporation, located in Westfield. MA. Brand names include Savage Arms, Stevens, Fox, Savage (Canada), Savage Range Systems and PortaTarget. Visit: www.BowTechArchery.com

S4Gear.com

S4Gear

Eugene, OR --(Ammoland.com)- With a new product launch and the Archery Trade Show on the horizon, S4Gear is pleased to announce the addition of Jerid Strasheim and Katherine Rice to the team. Katherine came on board in mid-August with Jerid joining just weeks later.

Jerid and Katherine join the already established management team consisting of president & CEO John Strasheim, VP of Product Development/Business Strategies Dayne Lester and VP of Engineering & Design Fred Hunt.

With over 10 years of experience as BowTech Archery’s National Sales Manager, Jerid has come on board as VP of Sales and Marketing, focusing on the development of a sales strategy and building a retailer network both in and out of the outdoor hunting industry.

Katherine comes to S4Gear after nearly 4 years in the marketing department at BowTech Archery. Her priority will be managing the marketing plan focusing on building brand awareness to both consumers and new retailers through PR, trade shows and retailer support, as well as conventional advertising.

“I am very excited to have them both on our team at S4 Gear,” states S4Gear President, John Strasheim, “Their keen abilities and level of professionalism is invaluable and after their great success at BowTech, I can’t wait to get them fully engaged at S4 Gear.”

To find out more about S4Gear’s new products, be sure to visit the website in weeks to come.

S4Gear makes outdoor stuff that gets noticed. Innovative, cutting-edge equipment that supplies an air of confidence to the outdoor enthusiast. S4Gear is based in Eugene, Oregon and was born in the woods. S4Gear is dedicated to providing superior quality, craftsmanship, and technically advanced products that meet the demands of nature and those who tame it.

www.S4Gear.com

About:
BowTech manufactures and distributes the world’s finest compound bows and archery equipment. Founded in 1999, BowTech’s corporate offices and manufacturing facilities are located in Eugene, Oregon. With a worldwide distribution network, BowTech’s family of brands includes: BowTech, Diamond compound bows, Octane archery accessories, Stryker crossbows and WaterDog Surface Technologies. BowTech is a subsidiary of Savage Sports Corporation, located in Westfield. MA. Brand names include Savage Arms, Stevens, Fox, Savage (Canada), Savage Range Systems and PortaTarget. Visit: www.BowTechArchery.com

Carbon Express

Flushing, Michigan – -(AmmoLand.com)- Carbon Express®, a leader in arrow technology, innovation and precision is proud to announce that they will be a key supporter of the Salute To our Heroes Event presented by BowTech.

The event’s organizer and Bowtech Prostaff member, Kip West promotes archery, fishing and skeet shooting, while providing these heroes with some much needed rest and relaxation.

“These American heroes have laid their lives on the line to protect the freedom that we all take for granted everyday. In the process they have been severely wounded. I cannot thank them enough but I can help give them a few days of outdoor fun away from the hospital while teaching them the basics of the wonderful sport of archery. ” commented West.

Carbon Express is very excited and eager to help out with this event. “Being able to support the ones who serve and protect our country is a great feeling for us, and is the least we can do,” said Lennie Rezmer, Vice President of Carbon Express.

Three teams of six to seven individuals will make their way through the archery, fishing and skeet shooting tournament, with a winner being named at the conclusion. Celebrities such as country music star Tracy Lawrence, Bassmaster Classic Champion Woo Daves, TV hunting personality Chris Brackett and retired U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Bradley Greutzner will be helping out at the event.

“I just want to thank Carbon Express for all of their support and assistance in making this event a truly memorable one for these soldiers,” exclaimed West.

About Carbon Express®
Carbon Express®, an Eastman Outdoors Inc. brand, is the leading manufacturer of high performance carbon hunting and target arrows and arrow components for hunters and target shooters. For more information or customer service visit www.carbonexpressarrows.com, or call 800.241.4833.

S4Gear

Junction City, Or --(AmmoLand.com)- S4Gear, the manufacturer of outdoor stuff that gets noticed, introduces its inaugural product, the Sidewinder Retractable Tether System.

The Sidewinder is a convenient way for recreational enthusiasts to secure their electronic devices – rangefinder, GPS, radio, cell phone, etc – for instant access.

Sidewinder Retractable Tether System.

More importantly, the Sidewinder offers security, keeping those expensive gadgets confidently intact with multiple attachment points. It also offers silence, an essential element whether you’re in a tree stand, photographing wildlife or on the fairway.

“The Sidewinder is specifically designed to meet the rugged expectations of the outdoors person interested in conveniently locating and securing their electronic devices while maintaining a silent atmosphere,” stated Dayne Lester, S4Gear‘s Vice President of Product Development and Business Strategies.

Constructed with a thermal plastic over-molded cover that absorbs impact noise, the Sidewinder attaches to your hip, arm, thigh, belt, or backpack. Its 36” low-friction, high-tensile strength cable keeps your device within easy reach. Every part is designed to eliminate noise, which makes the Sidewinder ideal for hunters, golfers and outdoor enthusiasts. Its rugged design also works for ATV riders, cyclists, hikers, skiers, and anyone else who likes to test the outdoors.

Look for the Sidewinder at fine outdoor and golf retailers or online at www.S4Gear.com.

About:
S4Gear makes outdoor stuff that gets noticed. Innovative, cutting-edge equipment that creates an air of confidence for the outdoor enthusiast. S4Gear is based in Eugene, Oregon and was born in the woods. S4Gear is dedicated to providing superior quality, expert craftsmanship, and technically advanced products that meet the demands of nature and those who tame it.

S4Gear - Meeting the Demands of Nature and Those Who Tame It

S4Gear

Junction City, Or --(AmmoLand.com)- What do you do once you complete your exit strategy from a hugely successful outdoor recreation company you founded and brought to a leadership position over the past decade?

You venture out and start another one, of course.

That’s exactly what John Strasheim is doing with S4Gear, now making its debut in the general outdoor market. Strasheim was the Founder, President and CEO of BowTech, which included the Diamond Archery, Stryker, and Octane brands, as well as WaterDog Surface Technologies, provider of hydrographic coatings.

Now, he and his three partners hope to find the same success with S4Gear. The business model is to compete in the high-end outdoor equipment market by focusing on superior quality, expert craftsmanship, and advanced technology. S4Gear is launching the company with a single product, the Sidewinder Retractable Tether System, and plans to expand by introducing a number of additional outdoor products by the end of 2010.

The Sidewinder is a convenient way for recreational enthusiasts to secure their electronic devices – rangefinder, GPS, radio, cell phone, etc – for instant access and transport. The Sidewinder is expected to be available for purchase at hunting/outdoor retail locations and the S4Gear website in March.

“Like our tagline says, we started S4Gear with the knowledge and passion to provide general outdoor and hunting products that meet the demands of both the outdoor enthusiast and the outdoors,” Strasheim said from his headquarters in Eugene, Oregon.

“I am equally enthused with the opportunity to remain in the industry and continue the relationships with the many friends we have been blessed to have.”

For further product information and updates, visit www.S4Gear.com

S4Gear makes outdoor stuff that gets noticed. Innovative, cutting-edge equipment that creates an air of confidence for the outdoor enthusiast. S4Gear is based in Eugene, Oregon and was born in the woods. S4Gear is dedicated to providing superior quality, expert craftsmanship, and technically advanced products that meet the demands of nature and those who tame it.

Diamond Archery

Eugene, OR --(AmmoLand.com)- Launched at the 2010 Archery Trade Show in January, the Rock 2.0 offers high class features that can be found for as low as $399, making it a premium bow at a rock bottom price.

The Rock 2.0′s 7 ½” brace height makes it an extremely forgiving bow while still sending arrows flying at 310 to 318 feet per second.

Diamond Rock 2.0 Bow

A short and maneuverable axle-to-axle length (31 ½”) coupled with a mass weight of merely 3.6 pounds make it the ideal bow for tree stand and blind hunters alike.

Draw lengths from 24″ to 30″ can be easily adjusted with the single rotating module. The 2-piece, ergonomic grip fits a wider range of hands, adding to the overall versatility and accuracy of the bow.

The Rock 2.0 is built with a machined 6061-T6 aluminum riser and cam system and equipped with BowTech’s premium OEM string and cables made with BCY 452X. A string stop is positioned directly in line with the stabilizer bushing to effectively transfer vibration from the string to the stabilizer, optimizing bow balance while dissipating noise and vibration efficiently.

“There’s a lot to like about the Rock 2.0; it’s really maneuverable and extremely lightweight,” comments Jerid Strasheim, national sales manager, “It’s a lot of bow for the money and was designed for the value-minded hunter.”

The Rock 2.0 comes in Realtree Hardwoods HD®. All BowTech and Diamond bows are protected with an InVelvet™ top coat. An optional Backwoods accessory package includes a 3-Pin fiber optic sight, Hostage XL capture arrow rest, black 4-arrow twist release quiver, braided wrist sling and peep.

BowTech manufactures and distributes the world’s finest compound bows and archery equipment. Founded in 1999, BowTech’s corporate offices and manufacturing facilities are located in Eugene, Oregon.

With a worldwide distribution network, BowTech’s family of brands include: BowTech, Diamond, Octane, Stryker and WaterDog Surface Technologies. BowTech is a subsidiary of Savage Sports Corporation, located in Westfield. MA. Brand names include Savage Arms, Stevens, Fox, Savage (Canada), Savage Range Systems and PortaTarget.

www.BowTechArchery.com, www.DiamondArchery.com

Merry Christmas from BowTech Archery

BowTech Archery

Eugene, OR --(AmmoLand.com)- May Your Hearts be Warmed this Christmas as you reflect on Blessings Received and the Birth of our Savior.

Merry Christmas from Your Friends & Family at Bowtech Archery.

“And this is the testimony: God has given us eternal life, and this life is in his Son.”: John 5:11

About:
BowTech manufactures and distributes the world’s finest compound bows and archery equipment. Founded in 1999, BowTech’s corporate offices and manufacturing facilities are located in Eugene, Oregon. With a worldwide distribution network, BowTech’s family of brands include: BowTech, Diamond, Octane, Stryker and WaterDog Surface Technologies. BowTech is a subsidiary of Savage Sports Corporation, located in Westfield. MA. Brand names include Savage Arms, Stevens, Fox, Savage (Canada), Savage Range Systems and PortaTarget. Visit: www.BowTechArchery.com

BowTech Archery

Eugene, OR --(AmmoLand.com)- For their 10th model year anniversary, BowTech set out to design the most advanced bow ever produced.

The result of this focus was the development of three key technologies, all featured on the new BowTech Destroyer.

The OverDrive Binary™ synchronized dual cam system is a remarkable advancement over the original Binary™ system. Both designs offer symmetrical cams that are ‘slaved’ to one another to produce perfect synchronization and eliminate nock travel. The original Binary™ system acheived synchronization by using a cable let-out groove mounted on each cam. The OverDrive™ Binary replaces the let-out groove with a pair of eccentric posts mounted on both ends of the cam axle.

This cam ‘drive train’ turns when the cam turns. The eccentric posts let cable out as the bow is drawn, providing the same, proven synchronization that Binary™ cams are known for, while allowing the attachment of a split buss cable to either end of the cam axle to add stability and balance. The split buss system is 100% tunable. Cam lean and oscillation after the shot are drastically reduced, allowing perfect arrow flight with virtually any setup. The OverDrive Binary™ doesn’t stop there. The ultra light weight and exceptional balance of the cam helps achieve a near silent, shock free shooting experience.

HardCore Limbs™ is a BowTech innovation that sets a new standard for quality in the archery industry. Layers of high-strength fiberglass are laminated to a stiff, light carbon core. On conventional limbs, most of the bow’s energy is stored near the outside of the limb, while the core of the limb stores minimal energy and serves as little more than a spacer between limb faces. HardCore Limbs put the core to work, storing energy not only near the surfaces, but inside the limb. By sharing the workload, stress is reduced, producing a limb with exceptional durability. As an added bonus, the carbon core is very lightweight, improving the response of the limb, thereby reducing shock, vibration and noise and helping to drive efficiency into new territory. This contributes directly to the shootable speed and performance of the bow.

The new FLX-Guard™ cable containment system for 2010 addresses the tuning issues associated with the extreme cable tension and inflexible cable guards found on today’s bows.

Core to this new technology is its flexibility. As the bow is drawn, the FLX-Guard responds by flexing inward, absorbing much of the cable guard torque that would have been transferred to the riser. The result is substantial reduction in lateral nock travel, yielding a real advancement in tune-ability and forgiveness. Along with the two Destroyer models, the FLX-Guard will also be featured on the AdmiralFLX and SentinelFLX.

About:
BowTech manufactures and distributes the world’s finest compound bows and archery equipment. Founded in 1999, BowTech’s corporate offices and manufacturing facilities are located in Eugene, Oregon. With a worldwide distribution network, BowTech’s family of brands include: BowTech, Diamond, Octane, Stryker and WaterDog Surface Technologies. BowTech is a subsidiary of Savage Sports Corporation, located in Westfield. MA. Brand names include Savage Arms, Stevens, Fox, Savage (Canada), Savage Range Systems and PortaTarget.

www.BowTechArchery.com

BowTech Archery

Eugene, OR --(AmmoLand.com)- For their 10th Model Year anniversary, BowTech is pleased to introduce their most advanced bow ever produced. It’s called the Destroyer for a reason.

“From concept, this bow was designed to be easy to draw, quiet, accurate and forgiving. As it turns out, the bow happens to be fast,” Craig Yehle, Principle Designer explains, “We believe it is important for our flagship offering not be construed as a speed bow, but as a truly exceptional all around offering. We believe we have achieved this.”

Bowtech Destroyer 350 and Destroyer 340 Compound Bows

The Destroyer is offered in two models; Destroyer 350 and Destroyer 340. Both are accurate, shock-free, easy to draw and fast…very fast. While most archers have to trade shootability for speed, the Destroyer delivers both. This balance is accomplished using three new technologies; OverDrive Binary™, HardCore Limbs™ and FLX-Guard™.

OverDrive Binary™ synchronized dual cam system gives the perfect synchronization of a Binary while allowing split buss attachment to both cams for best-in-class cam stability and tune-ability. Premium alloy composition allows for a strong, lightweight design which diminishes noise and vibration.

The high modulus carbon core of the HardCore Limbs™ puts the core to work, storing energy not only near the surfaces, but inside the limb. Distributing stress through the limbs increases overall limb response, efficiency and durability.

The new FLX-Guard™ cable containment system addresses the tuning affects of extreme cable tension and inflexible cable guards found on today’s bows. As the bow is drawn, it flexes inward, isolating the riser from unwanted cable guard torque.

The Destroyer 350 and Destroyer 340 come standard in Realtree Hardwoods HD®. Alternate riser finishes include BlackOps, APG HD, Mossy Oak® Infinity™, OPTIFADE™ Open Country or Forest and Next FLX™. Any alternate finish will have black limbs. All BowTech bows are protected with an InVelvet™ top coat.

About:
BowTech manufactures and distributes the world’s finest compound bows and archery equipment. Founded in 1999, BowTech’s corporate offices and manufacturing facilities are located in Eugene, Oregon. With a worldwide distribution network, BowTech’s family of brands include: BowTech, Diamond, Octane, Stryker and WaterDog Surface Technologies. BowTech is a subsidiary of Savage Sports Corporation, located in Westfield. MA. Brand names include Savage Arms, Stevens, Fox, Savage (Canada), Savage Range Systems and PortaTarget.

www.BowTechArchery.com

Youth Shooting Sports Alliance

Nags Head, NC – -(AmmoLand.com)- BowTech expanded the scope of products being auctioned online by the Youth Shooting Sports Alliance (YSSA) with a generous donation of 24 BowTech, Diamond and Ross bows to YSSA’s new “Donated Firearms Program.”

These finely crafted bows reflect a truly legendary passion for bow hunting and archery and are comprised of a diversity of models including Liberty, Commander, Justice, Cardiac, Marquis, and Triumph among others. Rascal and Cutter models will also be included in the auctions to encourage kids to enjoy archery alongside their mentors and instill a lifelong passion for the sport.

The Donated Firearms program, featured on YSSA’s website www.youthshootingsa.com, encourages the donation of firearms and other shooting sports items which, in turn, are sold on GunBroker.com – the web’s largest hunting and sport shooting auction. These bowhunter “dream” bows will be listed without a reserve bid and will be awarded to the highest bidder. The Youth Shooting Sports Alliance, a 501(c)(3) private foundation, will provide donors with a tax deductible receipt upon the sale of each firearm.

Ron Coburn, Chairman/CEO of Savage Sports Corporation, the parent company of BowTech, is a passionate supporter of youth shooting sports programs.

Ron states “The YSSA is providing a valuable service to the shooting sports industry by identifying the youth shooting sports programs that best contribute to the future market goals of the industry. There are a great number of quality youth programs across America that need help in acquiring equipment and supplies. Finding the right programs to support can be a difficult and time-consuming process. The YSSA makes it easy by identifying groups with the greatest potential return on investment and prioritizing them based on criteria such as program quality, potential for growth and participation levels.”

In addition to BowTech, a major manufacturer of compound bows with facilities in Eugene, Oregon, Savage Sports Corporation is comprised of Savage Arms, a leading manufacturer of center fire rifles in Westfield, Massachusetts and rim fire rifles in Lakefield, Ontario, Canada; Stevens, a major brand of center fire rifles, rim fire rifles and shotguns; Fox, a high-quality brand name for shotguns; Savage Range Systems, a manufacturer of patented shooting ranges and bullet traps; and Porta Target, an industry leader in range targets and shoot houses.

For more information on the BowTech family of products, visit their website at www.bowtecharchery.com. For more information on Savage products, visit their website at www.savagearms.com.

About:
The Youth Shooting Sports Alliance’s mission is to identify and support the needs of successful and safe youth programs. Youth groups and industry members interested in learning more about the Youth Shooting Sports Alliance are encouraged to visit their website at www.youthshootingsa.com.

BowTech Archery

Eugene, OR - “Smooth.” “Silent.” “Solid.” That is how archers are describing the S.W.A.T. The S.W.A.T. has rounded, non aggressive Binary™ synchronized dual cams that make for a smooth, consistent draw, easing into the valley and settling into a rock solid back wall. Despite the fluid draw cycle, the S.W.A.T. sends arrows flying at 314 to 322 fps. The combination of speed and shootability makes the S.W.A.T. the best kept secret in the 2009 BowTech line-up.

BowTech S.W.A.T Compound Bow

For a limited time, BowTech will offer the S.W.A.T. in a special edition package including; a flat black finish, vibrant green highlights and a free matching 7″ Octane stabilizer.

“We are very excited about the new S.W.A.T. finish. It was designed for the tactical archer who hunts the shadows,” comments national sales manager, Jerid Strasheim, “The new coating is tough as nails, and the draw cycle is unmatched. We think it’s a killer combination.”

The S.W.A.T. has a brace height of 7 1/8″ and axle to axle length of 34″. The single rotating module allows for 6″ of adjustability in half-inch increments (26 to 31″). Peak draw weights include 50, 60 and 70 pounds.

The S.W.A.T. is also still available in a variety of camouflage patterns including Realtree Hardwoods Green HD® (standard), Hardwoods HD®, AP HD®, APG HD®, Advantage Max-4 HD®, Mossy Oak Brush®, Camowest® Vanish Hybrid, Next® FLX™ Digital and GORE OPTIFADE™ Concealment. All bows with camo finish feature InVelvet™ overcoat finish. As with all BowTech bows, the S.W.A.T. is handmade in America.

About:
BowTech manufactures and distributes the world’s finest compound bows and archery equipment. Founded in 1999, BowTech’s corporate offices and manufacturing facilities are located in Eugene, Oregon. With a worldwide distribution network, BowTech’s family of brands include: BowTech, Diamond and Ross compound bows, Octane archery accessories, Stryker crossbows and WaterDog Surface Technologies. BowTech is a subsidiary of Savage Sports Corporation, located in Westfield. MA. Brand names include Savage Arms, Stevens, Fox, Savage (Canada), Savage Range Systems and PortaTarget.

www.BowTechArchery.com

BowTech Archery

Eugene, Oregon - -(ShootingWire.com)- After months of searching nationwide, BowTech is pleased to introduce our new president, Mark Pezzoni.

Mr. Pezzoni comes to BowTech with an accomplished career background and a love for archery and the outdoors. Most recently holding the position of president of Snap-On Power Tools, Mark has a wealth of knowledge in finance, manufacturing, new product development and consumer products.

“I am very excited about Mark joining our executive team and being a positive influence on the corporation as a whole,” states Chairman and CEO of Savage Sports Corporation, Ronald Coburn, “With the economic recession in full swing and consumer confidence at an all-time low, Mark’s experience in consumer products and efficient manufacturing practices are exactly what we need to prepare for the next growth curve and BowTech.”

About:
BowTech manufactures and distributes the world’s finest compound bows and archery equipment. Founded in 1999, BowTech’s corporate offices and manufacturing facilities are located in Eugene, Oregon. With a worldwide distribution network, BowTech’s family of brands includes: BowTech, Diamond and Ross compound bows, Octane archery accessories, Stryker crossbows, and WaterDog Surface Technologies. BowTech is a subsidiary of Savage Sports Corporation, located in Westfield, MA. Brand names include Savage Arms, Stevens, Fox, Savage (Canada), Savage Range Systems and PortaTarget.

www.BowTechArchery.com

BowTech Archery

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with BowTech Archery of Eugene, Oregon yesterday announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of Product: “The General” Compound Bows

Units: About 8,000

Manufacturer: BowTech Archery, of Eugene, Ore.

Hazard: The ends of the bow’s limbs can unexpectedly break during use and send fragments of the bow in the direction of the user or bystanders, posing a risk of injury.

Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received 255 reports of the bow’s limbs breaking, including 11 reports of lacerations, abrasions, or contusions when pieces from the breaking bow struck the user.

Description: This recall involves the “The General” compound bows hunting and target models with draw weights of 60 and 70 pounds that do not have a collet (see illustration below) in the limb. The bows measure about 31 inches long and have draw lengths of 26-30 inches. Hunting models were sold in real tree and mossy oak camouflage patterns. Target models were sold in gray, black, and wood-grain. The bows have laminated wood grips engraved with the word “BowTech” and a label with “The General” on the center pivot point of the bottom limb.

Sold at: Authorized BowTech Dealers nationwide from September 2007 through July 2008 for about $800.

Manufactured in: United States

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bows and contact their dealer to schedule a free repair.

Consumer Contact: For more information, contact BowTech Archery at (888) 689-1289 anytime or visit the company’s Web site at www.bowtecharchery.com
BOWTECH ARCNERY (888) 689-1289
CONSUMER PRODUCTS SAFETY COMMISSION HOTLINE (800) 638-2772
CPSC MEDIA CONTACT (301) 504 7908Tags: Archery News, Bow Hunting, Bowhunters, BowTech, Product Recalls
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Savage Arms

Westfield, MA, – -(AmmoLand.com)- The Savage Sports Corporation, a long-time supporter of youth shooting sports programs, recently announced their continuing support of the Youth Shooting Sports Alliance (YSSA) by providing rifles in support of priority youth shooting sports programs.

Ron Coburn, Chairman/CEO of Savage Sports Corp., states “The YSSA is providing a valuable service to the shooting sports industry by identifying the youth shooting sports programs that best contribute to the future market goals of the industry.  There are a great number of quality youth programs across America that need help in acquiring equipment and supplies.  Finding the right programs to support can be a difficult and time-consuming process.  The YSSA makes it easy by identifying groups with the greatest potential return on investment and prioritizing them based on criteria such as program quality, potential for growth and participation levels.”

The following priority youth shooting sports programs are receiving Savage Mark I .22 rifles in support of their respective programs.  These programs were among those selected by an industry panel convened to review proposals submitted by youth organizations in response to the 2008 National Youth Shooting Sports Program Needs Assessment:

1.    Great Trail Council, BSA, Akron, OH -  4 Savage Mark I .22 LR rifles

2.    Montana 4-H Shooting Sports  –   4 Savage Mark I .22 LR rifles

3.    South Carolina 4-H Shooting Sports Program –   7 Savage Mark I .22 LR rifles

4.    Sioux Council, BSA, Sioux Falls, SD –   8 Savage Mark I .22 LR rifles

5.    Mt. Diablo Silverado Council, BSA, Pleasant Hill, CA  –   7 Savage Mark I .22 LR rifles

About:
Savage Sports Corporation is comprised of Savage Arms, a leading manufacturer of center fire rifles in Westfield, MA and rim fire rifles in Lakefield, Ontario, Canada; Stevens, a major brand of center fire rifles, rim fire rifles and shotguns; Fox, a high-quality brand name for shotguns; Savage Range Systems, a manufacturer of patented shooting ranges and bullet traps; Porta Target, an industry leader in ranges targets and shoot houses; and most recently, BowTech Archery, a major manufacturer of compound bows with facilities in Eugene, Oregon. For more information on Savage products, visit their website at www.savagearms.com.

About:
The Youth Shooting Sports Alliance is a 501 (c)(3) private foundation whose mission is to identify and support the needs of successful and safe youth programs.  Youth groups and industry members interested in learning more about the Youth Shooting Sports Alliance are encouraged to visit their website at www.youthshootingsa.com.

BowTech Archery

Eugene, Oregon - Introduced at the Archery Trade Show, the Air Raid has people talking. The penetrating power with a compact frame leaves the Air Raid an air force to be reckoned with.

The Air Raid is equipped with features to help the shooter lay down some serious ground fire. Features include a Single Rotating Module for easy draw length adjustment, a split harness to balance the power cables, improving accuracy, and laminated limbs to provide extra strength. The bow also features a rubber tipped string stop which is directly in line with the stabilizer bushing creating a coupling effect for an efficient transfer of energy straight to the target.

“This bow is unlike any other bow in our line-up,” says Jerid Strasheim, national sales manager, “It’s the perfect balance between speed and forgiveness.”

With an IBO speed rating of 328 to 336 fps and a forgiving 7 inch brace height, the Air Raid is producing 86.2 fpe of kinetic energy. The Single Rotating Module allows for draw length adjustments from 26 to 30 inches in half-inch increments. And, with peak draw weights offered at 65 and 75 pounds, and a tight 32 ¾” axle to axle, the Air Raid will help make quick work of the world’s largest game animals.

The Air Raid is exclusively available in Realtree Advantage Timber®, finished with an InVelvet top coat, a laminate wood one-piece grip and bronzed eccentrics. An 85 pound peak draw weight is available by special order.

About:
BowTech manufactures and distributes the world’s finest compound bows and archery equipment. Founded in 1999, BowTech’s corporate offices and manufacturing facilities are located in Eugene, Oregon. With a worldwide distribution network, BowTech’s family of brands include: BowTech, Diamond and Ross compound bows, Octane archery accessories, Stryker crossbows and WaterDog Surface Technologies. BowTech is a subsidiary of Savage Sports Corporation, located in Westfield. MA. Brand names include Savage Arms, Stevens, Fox, Savage (Canada), Savage Range Systems and PortaTarget.

www.BowTechArchery.com

Optifade.com

Newark, Delaware - -(OutDoorWire.com)- W.L. Gore & Associates, a leading manufacturer of advanced technology products including GORE-TEX® branded products, announces that BowTech, a manufacturer of bows and archery equipment, will offer GORE™ OPTIFADE™ Concealment on its line of high-end bows and Octane accessories for the 2009 hunting season. GORE™ OPTIFADE™ Concealment is the first-ever concealment technology based on how animals see, both spatially and colorimetrically.

“We are proud to partner with a company that shares Gore’s commitment to innovation and outcome-based technologies for our end users,” commented David Dillon, Hunting Category Leader at W.L. Gore & Associates. “The science behind GORE™ OPTIFADE™ Concealment makes it the ultimate visual concealment system and we are pleased that our partners now offer the pattern for both garments and gear. It’s all about optimizing a hunter’s chances of success in the field.”

Gore previously announced that California based Sitka Gear is an exclusive launch partner for garments featuring GORE™ OPTIFADE™ Concealment.

Until now, visual concealment has been designed from the perspective of the human eye. To create GORE™ OPTIFADE™ Concealment, the team at W.L. Gore worked with a panel of scientific advisors and employed the latest research in animal vision science, camouflage science and computer technology to create a proprietary new concealment pattern. In contrast to mimicry camouflage, which attempts to make the hunter closely resemble his environment, Gore’s digital pattern aims to prevent the animal from recognizing a hunter as a predator, even if the hunter is detected.

“BowTech is committed to quality. From the rigorous testing of all of our equipment to the pursuit of new technologies that offer our customers superior function, we are dedicated to excellence,” commented John Strasheim, President & CEO of BowTech. “Our decision to offer the new GORE™ OPTIFADE™ Concealment is based on our conviction that it is a scientifically sound and revolutionary approach to concealment, and will improve our customers’ experience with BowTech gear.”

GORE™ OPTIFADE™ Concealment comes with InVelvet™ coating on the best-selling models of BowTech bows and Octane accessories. BowTech’s InVelvet™ finish has a soft, smooth touch and has insulating and dampening qualities to reduce chill and noise while also protecting the bow from wear and harsh chemicals.

BowTech will showcase products featuring GORE™ OPTIFADE™ Concealment at the upcoming Archery Trade Association (ATA) Show at the Indianapolis Convention Center, January 8 – 11, 2009. BowTech’s booth number is 2535. For more information on GORE™ OPTIFADE™ Concealment, visit www.optifade.com.

About W.L. Gore & Associates (www.gore-tex.com)

Perhaps best known for its consumer products like GORE-TEX® fabric and ELIXIR® guitar strings, Gore is a leading manufacturer of thousands of advanced technology products for the electronics, industrial, fabrics and medical markets. The company is headquartered in Newark, Delaware, posts sales of approximately $2 billion, and employs almost 8,000 associates at 50 facilities throughout the world.

GORE, GORE-TEX, WINDSTOPPER and designs are trademarks of W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.© 2008 W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc., 295 Blue Ball Rd., Elkton, Maryland, 800-431-GORE, gore-tex.com.

About BowTech (www.bowtecharchery.com)

BowTech manufactures and distributes the world’s finest compound bows and archery equipment. Founded in 1999, BowTech’s corporate offices and manufacturing facilities are located in Eugene, Oregon. With a worldwide distribution network, BowTech’s family of brands include: BowTech, Diamond and Ross compound bows, Octane archery accessories, Stryker crossbows, and WaterDog Surface Technologies. BowTech is a wholly owned subsidiary of Savage Sports Corporation, located in Westfield. MA. Savage brands include Savage Arms, Stevens, Fox, Savage (Canada), Savage Range Systems and PortaTarget.

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BowTech - -(OutdoorWire.com)-  The world’s largest bow manufacturer, announces that John Strasheim is stepping down as President and Chief Executive Officer, and a Savage Sports Corp. board member, effective January 15, 2009. Mr. Strasheim is pursuing other business interests.

Message from John Strasheim:
I have been extremely blessed to have led this company from start up, to the largest bow manufacturer in the world, in just nine years. However, more important are the incredible people that worked just as hard and cared just as much, that I was fortunate to have working with me at BowTech. They have become family and great friends. I will miss them dearly along with the many friendships I have built within the archery industry.

I am leaving the company in great shape. In a difficult year economically, we continued to grow. That is a testimony to our dedicated people, who once again, have designed and built a 2009 lineup that is the best we have ever had.

As you may know, I believe BowTech was built with God’s blessings. We have been a Christian-based company from the beginning, relying on His guidance and always trying to give Him the glory.

I hope that you will continue to support BowTech for the sake of the incredible crew that is still there.

Thank you for the opportunity and the memories – God Bless!

About:
BowTech manufactures and distributes the world’s finest compound bows and archery equipment. Founded in 1999, BowTech’s corporate offices and manufacturing facilities are located in Eugene, Oregon. With a worldwide distribution network, BowTech’s family of brands include: BowTech, Diamond and Ross compound bows, Octane archery accessories, Stryker crossbows and WaterDog Surface Technologies. BowTech is a subsidiary of Savage Sports Corporation, located in Westfield. MA. Brand names include Savage Arms, Stevens, Fox, Savage (Canada), Savage Range Systems and PortaTarget.

Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation

MISSOULA, Mont. -(AmmoLand.com)-BowTech’s new top-of-the-line compound bow, the “Admiral,” headlines a bowhunter’s wish list of prizes to be won at select 2009 fundraising events for the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation.

The fundraisers support the Elk Foundation’s conservation work. The organization now has topped 5.4 million acres of habitat protected or enhanced for elk and other wildlife.

“Our banquets, auctions, raffles and games always offer great prizes like guns, art, outfitted hunts, trips, jewelry and hunting gear. More and more, we’re also offering top archery equipment,” said Steve Decker, director of field programs for RMEF.

He added, “For 2009 we’re featuring BowTech’s hot new ‘Admiral’ as part of a flagship progressive raffle. Hundreds of these bows will be won, and everyone who wins will be entered into a drawing for an awesome Montana elk hunt for two.”

For information about RMEF fundraisers in your area, visit the “Attend an Event” section at www.rmef.org.

The “Admiral” is a high-tech, center-pivot bow with 320 fps speed and 65-80 percent letoff. An RMEF logo is laser-etched into the wood grip. The elk hunt, provided by Dome Mountain Outfitters near Yellowstone, is an archery hunt for two hunters.

Other bowhunting gear to be featured nationally in 2009 includes the Hunter’s Specialties’ Scent-A-Way Scent Elimination System and Carlton’s Calls Elk Calling Kit, a decoy set from Montana Decoy and an archery package from TruGlo containing a Brite-Site Xtreme 5-Pin bowsite, Tru-Block stabilizer, Centra Peep and Tru-Quiver.

RMEF committees often add additional archery gear to local fundraiser lineups.

About the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation
Snowy peaks, dark timber basins and grassy meadows. RMEF is leading an elk country initiative that has conserved or enhanced habitat on over 5.4 million acres of land area equivalent to a swath three miles wide and stretching along the entire Continental Divide from Canada to Mexico. RMEF also works to open, secure and improve public access for hunting, fishing and other recreation. Get involved at www.rmef.org or 800-CALL ELK.

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Eugene, OR - -(OutdoorWire.com)- In the archery business you can’t think just about raising the bar, you must reshape it entirely. BowTech’s latest Center Pivot Riser Technology, featured on three new bows, the Admiral, Captain and Sentinel, in addition to a cache of other features, elevates these bows above the rest of the troops.

The technology begins with a single-piece riser of forged aluminum and which is then machined into shape. Eye-catching cutouts and beveled edges remove excess material while maintaining strength and integrity. The riser then meets the split limbs near the center point in a zero-tolerance assembly process, guaranteeing no-slop precision. You get more strength, virtually no horizontal torque or vibration and, with the deflexed design, consistent accuracy shot after shot. Each bow features BowTech’s proprietary CenterTrac Binary Cam System, Single Rotating Mod and original Carbon Rod String Stop.

“For the archer who wants a bow with the latest technology and optimal performance, these newly redesigned Center Pivot bows deliver,” says Jerid Strasheim, national sales manager.

With a ton of technology efficiently packed into a tight 31″ frame and IBO speeds of 312 to 320 fps, the Admiral is ideal for thight tree-stand or popular ground blind shooting situations. It has a forgiving brace height of 7 1/2″ and fits a variety of shooters with peak draw weights offered at 40, 50, 60 and 70 ounds and a draw lenght range of 24 to 30″.

The Captain perfectly combines performance, silence and speed. The 34″ axle to axle paired with a 7″ brace height sends arrows flying at IBO speeds of 315 to 323 fps. The bow is offered with peak draw weights of 50, 60 and 70 pounds and a draw length range of 24 to 30″. With every Captain purchased, a portion of the proceeds will go to the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors. T.A.P.S. is a Veteran Service Organization that aids and comforts hundreds of American families who have tragically lost their loved ones in the armed forces. For more information, visit www.TAPS.org.

The forgiveness of a longer axle-to-axle length (36 Â ¾”) makes the Sentinel an ideal hunting and/or 3D target bow, which is suitable for release and finger shooters alike. Available in peak draw weights of 40, 50, 60 and 70 pounds, with a 7″ brace height and adjustable draw length range of 24 ½ to 30 ½”, the Sentinel is boasting IBO speeds of 317 to 325 fps.

All bows are available in a variety of camo patterns featuring Realtree Hardwoods Green HD® (standard), Hardwoods Grey HD®, AP HD®, APG HD®, Advantage Max-4 HD®, Mossy Oak Brush®, Camowest® Vanish Hybrid, Next® FLXâ„ ¢ Digital and Gore Optifadeâ„ ¢ Concealment Technology and finished with InVelvet.

About:
BowTech manufactures and distributes the world’s finest compound bows and archery equipment. Founded in 1999, BowTech’s corporate offices and manufacturing facilities are located in Eugene, Oregon. With a worldwide distribution network, BowTech’s family of brands include: BowTech, Diamond and Ross compound bows, Octane archery accessories, Stryker crossbows and WaterDog Surface Technologies. BowTech is a subsidiary of Savage Sports Corporation, located in Westfield. MA. Brand names include Savage Arms, Stevens, Fox, Savage (Canada), Savage Range Systems and PortaTarget.

www.BowTechArchery.com

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Eugene, Oregon - As market share continues to increase, so do the demands required to successfully deliver the message of five corporate brands to the marketplace. BowTech invested several months conducting a national search for the ideal marketing team member to aid in the achievement of our goals. BowTech is pleased to introduce our new Marketing Director, Marshall White.

White will be working out of BowTech’s corporate offices in Eugene, OR and assumes the newly created position with responsibility for the day-to-day marketing operations of the company. Key elements of the position include efficiency, profitability, strategy, market research and increased brand awareness.

“Marshall brings a broad range of skill sets to our team that will be a tremendous asset as BowTech continues on its growth path”, stated Gene Shands, VP of Marketing. “And, his corporate experience allows me the freedom to focus more on providing strategic and creative direction.”

White comes to BowTech with an impressive background which includes over ten years of corporate marketing experience, specializing in market strategy, marketing analytics, direct marketing, program management and customer relations management/loyalty.

“Obviously it is a great honor to join the BowTech and Savage family. We have enormously talented people, incredible technology and are experiencing remarkable growth,” says White. “I can’t think of a more suitable calling than to be able to use my talents in an industry that I have such passion for.”

About:

BowTech manufactures and distributes the world’s finest compound bows and archery equipment. Founded in 1999, BowTech’s corporate offices and manufacturing facilities are located in Eugene, Oregon. With a worldwide distribution network, BowTech’s family of brands includes: BowTech, Diamond and Ross compound bows, Octane archery accessories, Stryker crossbows and WaterDog Surface Technologies. BowTech is a subsidiary of Savage Sports Corporation, located in Westfield. MA. Brand names include Savage Arms, Stevens, Fox, Savage (Canada), Savage Range Systems and PortaTarget.

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