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Entries Tagged Darron McDougal

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Hiring Ins and Outs

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.
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Bow Review Video: Bear Archery Persist

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!
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Re-Fletching Arrows

We asked three retailers: “What are your rates, and in which months do you see the biggest surge of arrows being brought in to be re-fletched? Also, do you suggest upgrades such as lighted nocks and arrow wraps?” Here’s what they said.
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Fitting a Customer With a New Bow

We asked three veteran retailers: “What is your process for fitting a customer with the proper draw length and draw weight when they’re purchasing a new bow?” Here’s what they had to say.
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Recreational Archery Today

We asked three veteran retailers: “Is recreational archery as popular today as it was 8 to 10 years ago, when it grew roots as a mainstream pastime?” Here’s what they had to say.
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Bow Review Video: Prime REVEX 2

Bowhunting World’s Field Editor Darron McDougal recently tested the new-for-2023 Prime REVEX 2. Spoiler: With stability built right in and a new cam system, it’s a winner.
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Dealing With Donation Requests

We asked three veteran retailers: “What’s your protocol when solicitors request donations?” Here’s what they had to say.
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Bow Review Video: Bowtech Carbon One

Bowhunting World’s Field Editor Darron McDougal says Bowtech’s latest carbon marvel, the Carbon One, raises the technology and performance bars.
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Clearance Pricing Tips for Archery Dealers

We asked three veteran archery dealers: “How do you decide when to mark slow- or non-moving items with clearance pricing?” Here’s what they had to say.
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Bow Review Video: Mathews Phase4 29

Bowhunting World’s Field Editor Darron McDougal says the Mathews Phase4 29 is the culmination of past innovations with two new and notable advancements, making the company’s new flagship bow the one to beat in 2023.
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Behind the Counter: Challenging Product Categories

We asked three veteran archery retailers: “Which product categories are most difficult for you to sell?” Here’s what they had to say.
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Bow Review Video: 2023 Elite Omnia

Archery Business contributor Darron McDougal learned that holding the new 32-inch Elite Omnia at full draw, acquiring the target, aiming and executing a high-quality shot was practically effortless. It has target-bow stability with hunting maneuverability.
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Typical Turnaround Time

We asked three veteran retailers: “What is your typical turnaround time for equipment repairs/service during the busy part of bowhunting season?” Here’s what they had to say.