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This page: Test driving the Halon in Colorado.PHOTO: JEFF SIMPSON

On the Cover: Chris Hood soaking up the Wisconsin rut.PHOTO: BRAD CHRISTIAN

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ANNUAL

06 - 21 | INSPIRATION

22 - 25 | THE PERFECT BUILD

26 - 37 | HALON

40- 41 | RECIPE: VENISON MAN-TATO

42- 45 | NO CAM BOWS

46 - 51 | DUAL CAM BOWS

48 - 49 | 14 DAYS IN SOLITUDE

52 - 53 | SOLOCAM BOWS

54 - 55 | GENESIS ARCHERY

56 - 61 | MATHEWS GENUINE ACCESSORIES

62- 65 | WHAT’S IN THE PACK

66 - 67 | MATHEWS APPAREL PREVIEW

68- 71 | COMPETITION BOWS

72 - 75 | TARGET PROS

76 - 81 | HUNTING PROS

CONTENTS

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A front row seat to October.PHOTO: JEFF SIMPSON

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Each year our goal is to advance archery and build themost technologically advanced bows in the world.

Our greatest pleasure is seeing how the world uses them.Here are a few of their stories.

mathewsinc.com

M AT H E W S A R C H E R Y

I N S P I R A T I O NF O U N D H E R E

On one of the most challenging bow hunts in North America, Chris Hoodclimbs the unforgiving landscape of New Mexico in pursuit of Persian Ibex.

PHOTO: BRAD CHRISTIAN

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Be the goat. Je� Sposito and Cole Kramer close the distance on a Kodiak billy.PHOTO: JORDAN GILL

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There’s no better view on the drive home.PHOTO: BRAD CHRISTIAN

Lincoln Tapp packing out his third North American sheep. PHOTO: JIM TAPP

Trail cameras are a valuable tool, but there’sno substitute for boots on the ground.PHOTO: CHRIS HOOD

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A mule deer buck pushes through a deep freeze in pursuit of a hot doe.TEMP: -30 DEGREES | LOCALE: NORTHERN ROCKIES OF MONTANA | PHOTO: TONY BYNUM

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Clearly defined unit boundaries.PHOTO: CANA OUTDOORS

Backcountry hotel.PHOTO: ZAK KRANICH

Admiring the details of Jason Peake’s first dall sheep.PHOTO: STEVEN DRAKE

Success favors the prepared.PHOTO: JEFF SIMPSON

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Morning glory.LOCATION: COLORADO | PHOTO: BRAD CHRISTIAN

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Shotgun.PHOTO: CHRIS HOOD

Burning the midnight oil.PHOTO: AUSTIN THOMAS

Je� Simpson making the final cuts before the season’s debut.PHOTO: RYAN HEFFRON

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Mobile elk camp.LOCATION: NEW MEXICO | PHOTO: CHRIS HOOD

SHARE YOUR STORIES.

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To create the finest, most accurate bows in the world, you have to adapt.From the R & D facility to the manufacturing floor, we are in a constant state

of progress. Always questioning. How can we design a better bow?How can we build it perfectly? We apply some of the latest innovations

in manufacturing to ensure the highest standards of quality and consistency. But we hold tight to our DIY roots, because sometimes there’s nothing

more innovative than the human hand.

Each and every Mathews bow in this Annual is designed and builtin Sparta, Wisconsin, U.S.A.

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HALON™

DUAL BRIDGED RISERThe new dual bridged riser design is built to endure the toughesthunting conditions.

CROSSCENTRIC™ CAMInspired by NO CAM™ technology, the HALON’s new Crosscentric™ Cam employs a partially concentric string payout to produce a stealthy draw and consistent accuracy, while delivering speeds up to 353 feet per second.

FLATBACK™ GRIPDesigned with a level point of contact between the shooter’s hand and thebow for increased stability whenaiming down range.

TRUE CENTERNOCKING POINTA true center nocking point ensures straight and level nock travel, further enhancing shot-to-shotconsistency.

ADVANCEDVECTORING SYSTEM™

During the draw cycle, AVS™ technology vectors forces to maintain cam synchronization, enhance energy storage and increase e�ciency.

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ACCURATE. ENERGY.The all-new 2016 HALON™ is our hardest hitting flagship bow to date. Inspired by NO CAM™ technology, the Crosscentric™ Cam employs a partially concentric string payout and AVS™ Technology to produce a stealthy draw and consistent accuracy, while delivering speeds up to 353 feet per second. Wider, more torsionally rigid limbs and our new dual bridged riser are designed to support this powerful cam system and endure the toughest hunting conditions. A true center nocking point ensures straight and level nock travel, further enhancing shot-to-shot consistency. Outfitted with the new FlatBack™ Grip and industry leading Harmonic Damper™ and Harmonic Stabilizer Lite,™ the HALON™ is rock solid and deadly quiet.

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IBO RATING up to 353 FPS @75%

349@ 85%

AXLE-TO-AXLE 30"

PHYSICAL WEIGHT 4.60 lbs.*

BRACE HEIGHT 5"

LET-OFF 75% or 85%

DRAW WEIGHTS 40, 50, 60 & 70 lbs.

DRAW LENGTHS 24 - 30"

HALF-SIZES 24.5 - 29.5"

CAM CROSSCENTRIC™

MSRP $1,099

All specifications approximate.

*Physical weights are without

Harmonic Dampers.

HALON™ 5 HALON™ 6 HALON™ 7

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IBO RATING up to 345 FPS @75%

343@ 85%

AXLE-TO-AXLE 30"

PHYSICAL WEIGHT 4.55 lbs.*

BRACE HEIGHT 6"

LET-OFF 75% or 85%

DRAW WEIGHTS 40, 50, 60 & 70 lbs.

DRAW LENGTHS 25 - 31"

HALF-SIZES 25.5 - 30.5"

CAM CROSSCENTRIC™

MSRP $1,099

All specifications approximate.

*Physical weights are without

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IBO RATING up to 335 FPS @75%

333@ 85%

AXLE-TO-AXLE 30"

PHYSICAL WEIGHT 4.50 lbs.*

BRACE HEIGHT 7"

LET-OFF 75% or 85%

DRAW WEIGHTS 40, 50, 60 & 70 lbs.

DRAW LENGTHS 26 - 32"

HALF-SIZES 26.5 - 31.5"

CAM CROSSCENTRIC™

MSRP $1,099

All specifications approximate.

*Physical weights are without

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IBO RATING up to 330 FPS @75%

328@ 85%

AXLE-TO-AXLE 35"

PHYSICAL WEIGHT 4.94 lbs.*

BRACE HEIGHT 7"

LET-OFF 75% or 85%

DRAW WEIGHTS 50, 60 & 70 lbs.

DRAW LENGTHS 26 - 30.5"

HALF-SIZES 26.5 - 30.5"

CAM MINI CROSSCENTRIC™

MSRP $1,299

All specifications approximate.

*Physical weights are without

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HALON™ FINISHOPTIONS

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Chris Hood keeping tabs on a Persian Ibex in the Florida Mountains of New Mexico.PHOTO: BRAD CHRISTIAN

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Le�: NICOLE REEVE | SASKATCHEWAN WHITETAIL

Center: BRETT SENG | MONTANA ELK

Right: TIFFANY LAKOSKY | COLORADO MULE DEER

Le�: JUSTIN OLK | KANSAS WHITETAIL

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PROVING GROUND

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Watch the new film series comingto mathewsinc.com early 2016.

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VENISON MAN-T-T- ATAT TOATOAFeast on this favorite from Mathews HQ

CHEESESTEAK VENISONPOTATO SKINSMakes 4 servings

INGREDIENTS:

4 large russet potatoes

Olive oil

1 pound venison, thinly sliced and chopped into small pieces*

Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

½ medium onion, thinly sliced

1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced or roughly chopped

1 (4 ounces) package oyster or small cremini mushrooms, thinly sliced or roughly chopped

8 ounces (2 cups) shredded creamy Havarti cheese

4 ounces (1 cup) shredded Provolone cheese

Chopped fresh rosemary or chives, if desired

DIRECTIONS:

Heat oven to 400˚F. Place potatoes on a baking sheet;brush generously with oil and bake 1 hour or until tender.Cool about 30 minutes.

Increase oven temperature to 450˚F.

Cut each potato in half lengthwise. Scoop out the majorityof the potato with a spoon, leaving a ¼-inch layer aroundthe skin.

Generously brush the potato skins with oil; season with salt. Place in the oven, skin-side up, for 5 minutes. Turn the potatoes, brush with oil, return to the oven 5 minutes longer or until golden and crisp.

Meanwhile prepare the filling. Heat a griddle or cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté the onions in olive oil about 5 minutes. Add green pepper and mushrooms and continue to sauté until vegetables are tender.

Add the venison to the pan; sauté to desired doneness.Season with salt and pepper.

Remove the potato skins from the oven and fill them with the venison mixture. Top with the cheeses. Heat the broiler to low.

Place the filled potato skins under the broiler for 3 minutesor until the cheese is melted. Sprinkle with rosemary.

*TIP: A great trick for thinly slicing steak is to place it in freezer for about 10 minutes or until the meat is just starting to firm up but isnot frozen. Slice using your sharpest knife.

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Mark Hayes reels in the start of a sit in western Wisconsin.PHOTO: DEREK NELSON

NOCAM™ STTECHNOLOGYConcentric String Tracks allow thestring to travel at a constant distance from the center of rotation, creatinga balanced and synchronizedsystem with straight andlevel nock travel.

FLATBACK™ GRIPDesigned with a level point of contact between the shooter’s hand and thebow for increased stability whenaiming down range.

AVAILABLE IN 5 FINISHES:Comes standard in NEW Lost Camo®XD. Lost Camo®OT, Black, Tactical andStone also available.

TRUE CENTERNOCKING POINTA true center nocking point ensures straight and level nock travel, further enhancing shot-to-shotconsistency.

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IBO RATING up to 326 FPS* @65%

323@ 75% 317@ 85%

AXLE-TO-AXLE 30"

PHYSICAL WEIGHT 3.99 lbs.**

BRACE HEIGHT 6-1/8"

LET-OFF 65%, 75% or 85%

DRAW WEIGHTS 50, 60 & 70 lbs.

DRAW LENGTHS 23 - 29"

HALF-SIZES 23.5 - 28.5"

CAM --

MSRP $999

*Speeds are measured at

29" / 70 lb. with a 350 gr. arrow

without Monkey Tails.

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DUAL BRIDGED RISERThe new dual bridged riser design is built to endure the toughesthunting conditions.

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IBO RATING up to 330 FPS @65%

325@ 75% 321@ 85%

AXLE-TO-AXLE 32"

PHYSICAL WEIGHT 4.14 / 4.3 lbs.*

BRACE HEIGHT 6-5/8"

LET-OFF 65%, 75% or 85%

DRAW WEIGHTS 50, 60 & 70 lbs.

DRAW LENGTHS 24 - 30"

HALF-SIZES 24.5 - 29.5"

CAM --

MSRP $1,099

*4.14 lbs. with 2 Harmonic Dampers™

4.3 lbs. with 2 Harmonic Stabilizers™

NO CAM™ HTR®

NO CAM ST™ Technology (patent pending) put every other component into question when designing the new NO CAM™ HTR.™ The result is a truly integrated system

featuring shorter, more rigid quad limbs, and a less reflexed riser. Twin Harmonic Stabilizers™ and RockMods™ come standard.

Comes standard in Lost Camo.® Lost Camo®OT, Black, Tactical and Stone also available.

BOW HIGHLIGHTS:

The Dreampoint team making a high elevation drop in New Zealand.PHOTO: CHRIS HOOD

This is confidence.PHOTO: BRAD CHRISTIAN

Practicing self-control.PHOTO: LUKE FEHR

Mark Seacat climbs into a late season whitetail hunt in Montana.PHOTO: ADAM FOSS

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IBO RATING up to 336 FPS @75%

AXLE-TO-AXLE 35"

PHYSICAL WEIGHT 4.23 lbs.

BRACE HEIGHT 7"

LET-OFF 75 or 85%

DRAW WEIGHTS 50, 60 & 70 lbs.

DRAW LENGTHS 25 - 31"

HALF-SIZES 25.5 - 30.5"

CAM AVS® DYAD™

MSRP $1,099

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IBO RATING up to 342 FPS

AXLE-TO-AXLE 33"

PHYSICAL WEIGHT 3.95 lbs.

BRACE HEIGHT 6-1/8"

LET-OFF 80%

DRAW WEIGHTS 50, 60 & 70 lbs.

DRAW LENGTHS 23 - 30"

HALF-SIZES 23.5 - 29.5"

CAM AVS® DYAD™

MSRP $999

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IBO RATING up to 330 FPS @29”/60 lbs

AXLE-TO-AXLE 30.5"

PHYSICAL WEIGHT 3.84 lbs.

BRACE HEIGHT 6"

LET-OFF 80%

DRAW WEIGHTS 40, 50, 60 & 70 lbs.

DRAW LENGTHS 22 - 29"

HALF-SIZES 22.5 - 28.5"

CAM AVS® DYAD™

MSRP $999

CHILL™ SDX

“When the bull dropped his head, we sprinted up the river bed a�er him. When he would raise his head, we froze. A�er 500 yards of alternating

all-out sprints with knee-shattering stops, we were in bow range.”

Jason Peak on his spot-and-stalk Caribou. PHOTO: STEVEN DRAKE

This super-stable hybrid bow is optimized for both hunting and 3D target archery.RockMods™ provide a rock-solid back wall for enhanced accuracy.

Comes standard in Lost Camo.® Black & Desert Tactical also available.

BOW HIGHLIGHTS:

The long powerstroke on the Chill® R creates higher speeds, making it an excellent choice for open country hunting.

Comes standard in Lost Camo.® Black also available.

BOW HIGHLIGHTS:

A top-of-the line dual cam bow designed for hunters who are small in stature,but demand big performance. Choose between the standard blue graphics

and our exclusive PNK™ graphics package.

Comes standard in Lost Camo.® Black and Black Pink also available.

BOW HIGHLIGHTS:

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Story & Photography: CAL ARNOLD

C al Arnold’s high country Colorado mule deer hunt was pure adventure - 14 days in solitude, living up on the mountain with limited means. Days spent hiking, glassing, and stalking deer - 

analyzing every move - nights spent revising strategy and recovering from mental and physical exhaustion. The weather worked against him, and the steep terrain pushed him to his limits. On the last day of his hunt, he caught a split second of movement through his scope, finally spotting the needle in the haystack, and proceeded on a six hour stalk. He posted himself 25 yards above his quarry and waited. When the deer finally stood up, he found Cal at full draw.

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Check out how Cal prepared for this huntin the film “Training Ground” at

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“AFTER A SIX HOUR STALK

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IBO RATING up to 352 FPS @85%

AXLE-TO-AXLE 35"

PHYSICAL WEIGHT 5.38 lbs.

BRACE HEIGHT 5"

LET-OFF 85%

DRAW WEIGHTS 40, 50, 60, 70 & 80 lbs.

DRAW LENGTHS 25 - 30"

HALF-SIZES 25.5 - 29.5"

CAM AVS® DYAD™

MSRP $1,699

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IBO RATING up to 350 FPS @85%

AXLE-TO-AXLE 33"

PHYSICAL WEIGHT 4.8 lbs.

BRACE HEIGHT 6"

LET-OFF 65 & 80%

DRAW WEIGHTS 70 & 85 lbs.

DRAW LENGTHS 25.5 - 31"

HALF-SIZES 25.5 - 30.5"

CAM MONSTER® AVS®

MSRP $2,100

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Built to deliver raw speed, the McPherson Series Monster® Wake™ is the fastestdual cam bow we’ve ever tested at 85% let-o�.

BOW HIGHLIGHTS:

The Honey Comb Core design on the Monster™ Safari™ was inspired by the hexagonal honeycomb design used in the aerospace industry, due to its high

strength-to-weight ratios. Additional features include the powerful AVS™

cam system, an integral grip and exotic African wood inlays.

BOW HIGHLIGHTS:

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IBO RATING up to 330 FPS

AXLE-TO-AXLE 30"

PHYSICAL WEIGHT 4.32 lbs.

BRACE HEIGHT 7"

LET-OFF 80%

DRAW WEIGHTS 40, 50, 60, 65 & 70 lbs.

DRAW LENGTHS 24 - 30"

HALF-SIZES 24.5 - 29.5"

CAM ZX™

MSRP $849

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IBO RATING up to 325 FPS @29"/60 lbs

AXLE-TO-AXLE 28"

PHYSICAL WEIGHT 3.6 lbs.

BRACE HEIGHT 6-3/8"

LET-OFF 80%

DRAW WEIGHTS 40, 45, 50, 55 & 60 lbs.

DRAW LENGTHS 22 - 29"

HALF-SIZES 22.5 - 28.5"

CAM JEWEL®

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IBO RATING up to 330 FPS

AXLE-TO-AXLE 30"

PHYSICAL WEIGHT 4.55 lbs.

BRACE HEIGHT 7"

LET-OFF 80%

DRAW WEIGHTS 40, 50, 60, 65 & 70 lbs.

DRAW LENGTHS 24 - 30"

HALF-SIZES 24.5 - 29.5"

CAM ZX™

MSRP $749

Z3™

SE™ COMPOSITE LIMBSThese rigid slim limbs utilize state-of-the-art SE Compositematerial for ultimate strengthand durability.

REVERSE ASSISTROLLER GUARDThis innovative roller guard reduces friction by positioning cables in a reverse manner in front of therollers to produce a silkysmooth draw cycle.

ZX™ SOLOCAM®

This cam design utilizes one camand one idler wheel to eliminate synchronization issues and producean ultra smooth draw.

AVAILABLE IN 2 FINISHES:Comes standard in NEW Lost Camo®XDand is also available in Black.

Based on one of our most popular Solocam® bow designs, the Z2™ is compact, lightweight and agile. Featuring a Reverse Assist™ Roller Guard for a silky smooth

draw, a generous brace height for added forgiveness and speeds up to 330 fps,the Z2™ is an excellent value for bowhunters.  

Comes standard in Lost Camo.® Lost Camo®OT and Black also available.

BOW HIGHLIGHTS:

Designed and built exclusively for women, the Jewel® o�ers top-of-the-line Solocam® performance in a variety of beautiful finishes. With an ultra-smooth

draw and blazing speed, the Jewel® not only stands out, it delivers.

Comes standard in Lost Camo.® Black, Electric Pink, Electric Tealand Tactical also available.

BOW HIGHLIGHTS:

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Jessica DeLorenzo marks the beginning ofa new journey with her daughter Emma.

PHOTO: MARK DELORENZO

GENESIS®

ARCHERY

The best time to get your kids started is now. As the o�cial bow of the National Archery in the Schools Program, Genesis bows are designed to be easy and comfortable to shoot for people of all ages, sizes and strength levels.

Learn more atGENESISBOW.COM.

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MATHEWS® GENUINE

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HD SERIES QUIVERThe versatile quiver that easily converts to right or le�-handed mounts and will adjust vertically to accommodate longer arrows.All HD-Series quivers include a foam insert and a detachable blade protector designed to fit most expandable broadheadsand fixed blades 1-1/8" and under.

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*When shooting with quiver detached from claw

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NEWSPIDER CLAW® QUIVER MOUNT New integrated Harmonic Damper® reduces sound and vibration by up to 55%.*

LOST CAMO® XD LOST CAMO® OT LOST CAMO® BLACK COLORSHIELD™ HOOD INSERT COLOR OPTIONS

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MATHEWS® GENUINE

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ULTRA REST

NEWFLATBACK™ GRIPDesigned for shooters who prefer a level point of contact between their shooting hand and the bow. The FlatBack™ Grip is available witha walnut or carbonfiber inlay.

FOCUS® GRIPThe Focus® Griphelps minimize hand torque in the event of poor hand placement by keeping pressure concentrated in the center of the grip.

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With total fletching clearance, full arrow containment and Mathews® Harmonic Damping™ to remove excess vibration and noise, the Mathews® Ultra-Rest™ provides the highest level of performance on the market. Available in NEW Lost Camo® XD, Lost Camo® and Black.

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5 GEAR TIPS FOR BETTER BACKPACK BOWHUNTING

1) LESS IS MORE: You’ve heard that “ounces make pounds,” but truly keep this mantra in the back of your mind when developing your mountain hunting gear list. Scrutinize everything. Apart from emergency gear, items should get used nearly every day.

2) DOUBLE DUTY: Lightweight, packable items that have more than one use should earn a coveted spot in your pack over items that don’t. The more items that serve double duty, the more value they bring to the comfort and success of your hunt.

3) PACK SMART: Items should be positioned in your pack e�ciently. For example, I try to keep my rain jacket rolled in its hood, and lightweight, “pu�y” insulation layers stu�ed into their own sleeve when not in use. That way, they take up less space and can be quickly deployed when an a�ernoon rainstorm hits or you cool o� on a glassing break.

4) NUTRITION, NUTRITION, NUTRITION: This is probably the hardest lesson I’ve learned in the field, and I hope you don’t have to. A good rule of thumb is that if doesn’t contain 160 calories/oz., leave it at home. Of course, every rule is meant to be broken, which comes to be true in the form of freeze fried meals or quick burning items like Clif Shot Blocks. Included is all the foodI’d bring for one full day in the mountain. For extended trips, I’d simply multiply all food items by the number of expected days.

Hydration is just as critical as proper fuel, if not more. I prefer using electrolyte supplements like Nuun tablets in my water bottle.

5) IT’S PERSONAL: The best person to tell you what to bring on a mountain bowhunt is you.Make your list your own and don’t be afraid to include or banish any items you see fit.

| PRO TIPS |

As backpack bowhunters, our obsession with gear will always remain borderline fanatical. Whether packing for the hunt of a lifetime or just a weekend trip, being prepared can make the di�erence between cutting a tag and going home empty handed. The correct gear choices will keep you more comfortable, hunting harder and could even save your life.

So here are my tips and a basic pack list. My goal is to shed some light on what’s worked for me in the past and help others get thinking about how to dial in a system that works for them. Keep in mind that a pack list can never be written in stone. I’m always learning from other knowledgeable hunters and ultralight backpackers, so even with all the agonizing analysis - pouring over specs, calories-per-ounce and warmth-to-weight ratios - my list is always in flux.

W H A T ’ S I N T H E P A C K ?By: ADAM FOSS

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Adam Foss packs out a heavy load a�er a successful hunt in British Columbia.PHOTO: STEVEN DRAKE

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A D A M ’ S G E A R L I S T :FOOTWEAROutdoor Research Crocodile Gaiter | Crocs (super lightweight and perfect for river crossings and kicking around camp) | La Sportiva Trango Cube GTXARCHERY EQUIPMENTCustom camo string, sight and quiver cover | Easton arrow tube w/custom camo cover sleeve + eight back up arrowsMathews Arrow Web HD Series Quiver | Mathews Halon 5Carter Quickie Release | Orange fabric patch (for signaling/flagging a hunting partner on a stalk) | Grizz Targets travel target (a target and extra arrows confirms you’re still “on”if you bump your bow or take a fall)

NUTRITION Mountain House freeze dried meal | Clif Shot BlockOatmeal | Pro Bar Meal Replacement Bar | Cup-a-SoupClif Shot Gel | Justin’s Peanut Butter | Clif Mojo BarNuun Active Hydration Tablets | Honey Stinger Organic Honey Waªe | Emergen-C Dietary Supplement | Tea bagStarbucks Via instant co�eeELECTRONICSGarmin Oregon 600 | iPhone 6 | Delorme InReach 2-way Satellite Communicate | Goal Zero Venture 30 battery pack and phone charging cable | Black Diamond Storm Headlamp

OPTICSSlik Pro 634CF Carbon Fiber Tripod | Gitzo Series 1 Two Way Birding Head | Swarovski Binoculars (15x56 SLC pictured) I’ll bring 8.5x42, 10x50 or 15x56 dependingon the hunt | Outdoorsmans Binocular Adapter | Leupold RX-1200i TBR rangefinder (angle compensation a must for long, steep shots encountered while mountain hunting)Swarovski ATX 30-70x95 Spotting Scope

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GSI Outdoors folding spork | Silicon pot gripper | Snow Peak GigaPower StoveESSENTIALS Wet Ones + toilet paper | Hunting licenses/tagsParachute cord | Extra broadheads | Allen keys | Gerber Gator Premium Folder Clip Point | Gerber Vital Pocket Folder + replacement blades | Lighter + emergency fire starter | 2x AA batteries (for GPS and headlamp) | CR2 battery (for rangefinder) | Toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, floss, contact lenses) | SOL Emergency Bivy | 3x dry bags(S, M, L sizes) | 3L Platypus hydration bladder | QuikClot, Band-Aids, Cold/Flu Medicine and superglue (patching

sleeping pads, gear and small cuts) | SMC Gear 100cm Capra Ice Axe | Black Diamond Traverse Ski Pole | Outdoor Research Bug net | Snow Peak Ultralight UmbrellaHelinox ChairPACK & SLEEP SYSTEMSitka Waterproof Pack Cover | Stone Glacier Sky Archer 6200 | Hilleberg Tarp 5 (works as shelter and aids in keeping meat clean when game processing) | Cocoon Camp PillowTherm-a-Rest NeoAir XTherm Sleeping Pad | Hilleberg Enan 1-person tent | Valandre Mirage 23F Sleeping Bag in Granite Gear compression sac | Sitting pad (Therm-a-Rest Ridge Rest sleeping pad cut in half)

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Henry Bass finding the ‘X’ in Vegas.PHOTO: BRAD CHRISTIAN

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IBO RATING up to 321 FPS TRG 7

up to 311 FPS TRG 8

AXLE-TO-AXLE 38"

PHYSICAL WEIGHT 5.28 lbs. TRG 7

5.31 lbs. TRG 8

BRACE HEIGHT 7 OR 8" (7 SHOWN HERE)

LET-OFF 65 OR 75%

DRAW WEIGHTS 40, 50, 60, 70 & 80 lbs.

DRAW LENGTHS 26 - 31" TRG 7

27 - 32" TRG 8

HALF-SIZES 26.5 - 30.5" TRG 7

27.5 - 31.5" TRG 8

CAM ——

BASE MSRP $1,799

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AXLE-TO-AXLE 41"

PHYSICAL WEIGHT 4.4 lbs.

BRACE HEIGHT 7"

LET-OFF 60, 65 & 80%

DRAW WEIGHTS 40 - 70 lbs.

DRAW LENGTHS 28 - 32" MAXCAM™ 65 or 80% LET-OFF

24 - 29" MINI MAXCAM™ 65% LET-OFF

28 - 32" SUPER SOFTCAM™ 60% LET-OFF

HALF-SIZES 25.5 - 30.5"

BASE MSRP $1,099

CONQUEST® 4 HALON™ X PRO

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AXLE-TO-AXLE 35"

PHYSICAL WEIGHT 4.94 lbs.*

BRACE HEIGHT 7"

LET-OFF 75% or 85%

DRAW WEIGHTS 50, 60 & 70 lbs.

DRAW LENGTHS 26 - 30.5"

HALF-SIZES 26.5 - 30.5"

CAM MINI CROSSCENTRIC™

MSRP $1,399

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PHYSICAL WEIGHT 4.23 lbs.

BRACE HEIGHT 7"

LET-OFF 75 or 85%

DRAW WEIGHTS 50, 60 & 70 lbs.

DRAW LENGTHS 25 - 31"

HALF-SIZES 25.5 - 30.5"

CAM AVS® DYAD™

MSRP $1,099

All specifications approximate.

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In addition to NO CAM ST™ Technology, the NO CAM™ TRG features a less reflexed riser with new cut-outs for added strength and stability. Twin Harmonic

Stabilizers™ are also tuned to the system. It’s available in 7 and 8 inch brace heights and three exclusive finishes. RockMods™ provide a solid back wall and further

customization in terms of let-o� (65% or 75%).

Comes standard in Black. Red and Blue also available.

BOW HIGHLIGHTS:

Fom Vegas, World Cups, IBO World Championships and ASA Classics, this Solocam® target bow has accompanied many Pros to the top of the podium.

It features a perimeter-weighted Conquest® 4 Max Cam,™ Harmonic Dampers,™ V-Lock™ Limb Cups, a Carbon Cable Rod, a fully machined Aeroriser

and a sleek integral grip.

Comes standard in Black. Red Smoke, Orange Smoke and Blue Smoke also available.

BOW HIGHLIGHTS:

The new HALON™ X PRO crossover bow is built to perform in the field oron the range. Measuring 35" axle to axle, the HALON™ X PRO features the new perimeter-weighted Mini Crosscentric™ Cam system that generates

speeds up to 330 fps.

Comes standard in Anodized Black.

BOW HIGHLIGHTS:

This super-stable hybrid bow is optimized for both hunting and 3D target archery.RockMods™ provide a rock-solid back wall for enhanced accuracy.

Comes standard in Lost Camo.® Black & Desert Tactical also available.

BOW HIGHLIGHTS:

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At age 20, Alex Wifler becomes the youngest shooter to win Vegas.PHOTO: BRAD CHRISTIAN

Dahlia Crook and Braden Gellenthien celebrating another solid round.PHOTO: CHRIS HOOD

Archery Ink.Mathews Pro Dillion Sether wearing his passion on his sleeve.PHOTO: CHRIS HOOD

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WINSALEX WIFLER

The Vegas Shoot SARAH PRIEELS

The Vegas ShootEuropean Indoor Championship

SARAH LANCE

Iowa Pro AmNFAA First Dakota Classic

ART BROWNASA Pro Am FloridaASA Pro Am AlabamaIBO National Triple Crown, 3rd Leg IBO World Championship

TOM CROWEASA Classic AlabamaASA Pro Am TexasASA Pro Am Alabama

ALLAN RUDDOCKRedding Trail ShootNFAA First Dakota Classic

ANDY DOSS

ASA Pro Am Kentucky

TIPTON COOKIBO Winter Nationals

KAITLYN PRICEIBO Spring Nationals

CARL ADKINSASA Pro Am Alabama

JACKIE WHITENFAA Indoor National Championship

TOMMY GOMEZASA Pro Am KentuckyNFAA Indoor National Championship

TOJA CERNESO CAL Showdown

SHARON CARPENTERASA Pro Am Florida

CRYSTAL GAUVINNFAA Target Nationals

BRADEN GELLENTHIENWorld Indoor Challenge CupSO CAL ShowdownNAA Indoor National Championship

KAILEY JOHNSTONASA Pro Am AlabamaASA Pro Am KentuckyIBO National Triple Crown, 2nd LegASA Pro Am Alabama

DANIELLE REYNOLDSNAA Indoor National ChampionshipLancaster Classic

DUANE PRICESenior ProASA Shooter Of The Year

DAN MCCARTHYASA ClassicASA Pro Am Texas

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2 0 1 5 C H A M P I O N S

WINS:

MATHEWS = 270

ALL OTHERS = 115

TOP 3:

MATHEWS = 827

ALL OTHERS = 324

TOP 5:

MATHEWS = 1387

ALL OTHERS = 536

TOP 10:

MATHEWS = 2804

ALL OTHERS = 1021

SHOOT RESULTS FOR THE PAST 10 YEARS

2015

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Commitment never rests.BOWHUNTER: LEE LAKOSKY | PHOTO: BRAD CHRISTIAN

HUNTING PROS

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PHIL PHILLIPS I UNLEASHEDJANA WALLER I SKULL BOUNDTIFFANY LAKOSKY I THE CRUSHLEE LAKOSKY I THE CRUSH

TRENT COLE I BLITZ TVTOM MIRANDA

TERRITORIES WILD & ADVENTURE BOWHUNTER

STAN POTTSNORTH AMERICAN WHITETAIL

TIM WELLS I RELENTLESS PURSUIT GREG MILLER I THE HUNT

JUSTIN MARTIN I DOWN SOUTH

ANGIE, KEEDIN & SCOTT DENNYLIFE AT TABLE MOUNTAIN

RANDY BIRDSONGHEADHUNTERS TV

JIMMY SITESSPIRITUAL OUTDOOR ADVENTURES NATE HOSIE I HEADHUNTERS KANDI KISKY I WHITETAIL FREAKS

WILL PRIMOS I TRUTH ABOUT HUNTINGTED NUGENT

SPIRIT OF THE WILD

RICK CARONE I SHEEP SHAPEJON BRUNSON I ADDICTED TO THE OUTDOORSJASON SEBO I WHITETAIL SLAM WADE LONG I DOMINANT BUCKS

TIM ROLLER I WHITETAIL JOURNEYPAT REEVE I DRIVEN TVNICOLE REEVE I DRIVEN TV LEIGH CREEKBAUM I THE CHASE

Per his mom, Keedin Denny (Life at Table Mountain) has five more antelopehides to cape before he is allowed to work on a client’s animal.PHOTO: BRAD CHRISTIAN

Justin Olk scanning the mountaintops for tahr in New Zealand.PHOTO: CHRIS HOOD

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The Western Hunter’s Kyle Johnson glassing some elevation during a coues hunt in Arizona.PHOTO: BRAD CHRISTIAN

Ti�any Lakosky and Mattie May preparing for shed season.PHOTO: BRETT SENG

BILL McCALL I FULL DRAW ADVENTURES

BOB RICHARDSON I MOST WANTED

CURT WELLS I BOWHUNTER TV

DAN PICKAR I EASTMAN’S BOWHUNTING

MATT BUSBICE I WILDGAME NATIONJACKIE BUSHMAN I BUCKMASTERSJUSTIN OLK I DREAMPOINT

BRITTANY GLAZE I DESTINATION WHITETAILDAN SCHMIDT

DEER & DEER HUNTING

BLAKE GARRET I FULL DRAW ADVENTURES GINA BRUNSON I ADDICTED TO THE OUTDOORS

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LARRY WOOWARD I MOST WANTED

JASON ALDEAN RYAN LANGERHANS ADAM LAROCHE WILLIE ROBINSON LUKE BRYAN TOMBO MARTIN

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NATE SIMMONS I WESTERN HUNTER

MELISSA BACHMANN I DEADLY PASSION

DARREN COLLINS

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