Ep 31: Archery Country Pro Shop Talk - Waite Park

Welcome Back to the Archery Country Podcast, we circle back to the most downloaded podcasts we have, the 5 star Bow review podcasts.  This year we ran up to the Waite Park Location and sat down with Managers Brandon Looman and Jon Kraayenbrink, to discuss the feel, efficiency, real life speeds, and draw cycle.  If you're in the market for a new rig or have purchased a new bow see where it ends up on the 5-star review.    Also a reminder if your test driving or buy a bow enter our 2025 Hunt Giveaway drawing.  HOW TO ENTER: 1) Stop into any of our 4 locations 2) Shoot one flagship bow's from each of these brands: Mathews, Darton, Hoyt, Bowtech, PSE and Elite OR shoot any crossbow from TenPoint and Ravin to earn 1 entry into the contest. 3) After you've shot the bows our staff will give you a QR to scan to enter your information into the giveaway.   If you purchase any bow from those 8 brands you get an ADDITIONAL 10 ENTRIES! The contest runs through July 15th. Drawing will take place before August 1st.   Whether you prefer an archery pro-shop experience or the convenience of online archery shopping, we've got you covered. Say goodbye to confusion – with our experts by your side, finding the perfect archery gear becomes a breeze. ArcheryCountry.com

3 Apr 20251h 15min

Welcome Back to Archery Country Podcast, in this episode we sit down with Neil Hilla from Rock Road Outfitters in Gregory , SD. GET ENTERED IN THE GIVEAWAY FOR A 5-DAY WHITETAIL/MULE DEER HUNT in SOUTH DAKOTA with Rock Road Outfitters out of Gregory, SD! INCLUDES guided hunt, lodging and meals. Tag will need to be purchased by recipient along with any taxidermy fees, if desired. HOW TO ENTER: 1) Stop into any of our 4 locations 2) Shoot one flagship bow's from each of these brands: Mathews, Darton, Hoyt, Bowtech, PSE and Elite OR shoot any crossbow from TenPoint and Ravin to earn 1 entry into the contest. 3) After you've shot the bows our staff will give you a QR to scan to enter your information into the giveaway.   If you purchase any bow from those 8 brands you get an ADDITIONAL 10 ENTRIES! The contest runs through July 15th. Drawing will take place before August 1st.   Whether you prefer an archery pro-shop experience or the convenience of online archery shopping, we've got you covered. Say goodbye to confusion – with our experts by your side, finding the perfect archery gear becomes a breeze. ArcheryCountry.com

17 Mars 202544min

On this podcast we sit down with Jack Opatz and Cole Schultz, two accomplished hunters and shed hunters.  These guys team up and travel over 5 states to collect the magical antlers from whitetail deer and elk, They provide some great advice on getting permission and also talk about private land versus public land tactics. Some great tips and tricks on how to be more successful on the "adult easter egg hunt" called shed hunting! Whether you prefer an archery pro-shop experience or the convenience of online archery shopping, we've got you covered. Say goodbye to confusion – with our experts by your side, finding the perfect archery gear becomes a breeze. ArcheryCountry.com

6 Mars 202555min

The Archery Country Podcast is BACK! On this episode, we are excited to be talking to Elam Lapp, Zach Swanson and Nick Gardner with RAW Frozen Scents, a new product to all of our Archery Country locations. Elam Lapp the CEO of RAW Frozen Scents talks about the deer farm, how they get the scents, what they do to produce quality scents, how they package it and get it to you for   Elam gives a break down of each of the products Raw Frozen Scents offers and how he has used it while hunting and how to use it while hunting mature bucks.   Elam drops some great information about deer behavior that may change how you use scents. If you want to get a little more of an advantage with whitetail hunting this year you are going to want to listen to this episode!   Whether you prefer an archery pro-shop experience or the convenience of online archery shopping, we've got you covered. Say goodbye to confusion – with our experts by your side, finding the perfect archery gear becomes a breeze. ArcheryCountry.com

15 Nov 202444min

Big Wade talks all about tuning. Paper tuning, group tuning, walk back tuning and broadhead tuning. If you've ever wondered what the difference is or why it's necessary then you are going to want to listen to this episode. Wade covers the tips to make the most of your time tuning, which tuning can be done in the shop and how to finish tuning on your own for the most accuracy.  Whether you prefer an archery pro-shop experience or the convenience of online archery shopping, we've got you covered. Say goodbye to confusion – with our experts by your side, finding the perfect archery gear becomes a breeze. ArcheryCountry.com

12 Juni 202446min

Big Wade is back at it with his tips and tricks series and in today's episode he goes in-depth about stabilizers. Why do people use them, who should use them, how many should they use and which size and which brands... He answers all these questions and more. Towards the end of this episode, he also talks about soft-nock sets. He covers what they are and why they can make a difference in your archery setup.  The he concludes the podcast with some information about a new fletching tool from OMP, the Phoenix Fletching Jig.    Whether you prefer an archery pro-shop experience or the convenience of online archery shopping, we've got you covered. Say goodbye to confusion – with our experts by your side, finding the perfect archery gear becomes a breeze. ArcheryCountry.com

12 Apr 202448min

We're back and ready for the 2024 podcast season!  In this episode, Wade breaks down some tips and tricks for shooting a thumb release for accuracy. He talks about the different issues that can come along with switching from a wrist release to a thumb release and what may need to be adjusted when transitioning. Then Wade dives into 3 different methods to try when shooting a thumb release. He discusses what he's seen shooters (including himself) struggle with and goes through some different strategies he gathered for multiple archers along his archery journey. If you shoot a thumb release or are considering shooting a thumb release give this podcast a listen!   Whether you prefer an archery pro-shop experience or the convenience of online archery shopping, we've got you covered. Say goodbye to confusion – with our experts by your side, finding the perfect archery gear becomes a breeze. ArcheryCountry.com

2 Feb 202447min

Dan and Wade answer your questions about the rut! Listen now!   Whether you're a seasoned archery pro, a newbie looking to get started, or somewhere in between, our team of passionate archery enthusiasts is here to assist you every step of the way. We're more than just a shop; we're a community that thrives on the love for the sport. Stop into one of our 3 Minnesota locations or shop at Archerycountry.com

18 Okt 202352min