Darron McDougal Articles

We asked three archery retailers: “Are your crossbow sales higher or lower than 5 years ago, or are they about the same?” Here’s what they said.

The 2024 Mathews Lift was one of the company's all-time best sellers. So how does the 2025 Lift X measure up?

We asked three archery retailers: “Name an instance or two in which you let a customer down. What did you do to make things right again to regain their trust?”

We asked three archery retailers: “Is loitering a problem in your store, and how do you address it?”

We asked three archery retailers: “What percentage of your league shooters buy a dedicated target bow, and how many shoot their bowhunting setups?”

We asked three archery retailers: “Approximately how much time do you spend bowhunting each fall, and how are you able to get away from your store during the busy hunting season?”

The Bear Persist 33 features proven technologies with a stability boost.

We asked three archery retailers: “What are some of the best business tips that have served you well, and how have you woven them into your store?”

PSE’s latest carbon ride, the Mach 30 DS, blends sensational styling and smoothness with stability that’s unparalleled in its class.

Expand your range’s horizons by getting creative and offering more than just leagues and open-range shooting.

We asked three archery retailers: “What are one or two of the more important lessons you learned the hard way during your business career?” Here’s what they said.

We asked three archery retailers: “When you’re hiring, do you look for someone with a lot of archery experience or someone who’s green yet teachable?” Here’s what they said.

Bowhunting World Field Editor Darron McDougal has never had an easier time sighting in a bow out to 50 yards. It took about 15 minutes with the new-for-2024 Bear Archery Persist. Check out his full review here!