Looking for the best crossbow targets in 2022? Wondering which archery/crossbow targets are suitable for broadheads? Read our in-depth review of which targets are best to use with a crossbow!
In this article of the Best Crossbow Targets in 2022, we list our picks of the best crossbow targets and why we recommend each target. We’ll also explain the different types of crossbow targets available and what features you want to look for before you buy a crossbow target.
We’ve spent days testing and researching to compile our “Best Crossbow Targets in 2022” list. Below is a quick overview of our #1 best crossbow targets picks in the 3 main types of crossbow targets.
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Best Crossbow Targets in 2022: Our Top Picks
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Best Bag Targets for Crossbows
If you’re new to archery, bag targets are one of the most known types of archery targets. It’s also the most basic archery target you can get. After spending days and countless hours, we’ve come up with a list of the three best bag targets for crossbows. Besides the bag targets listed below, not many of them are really worth the money. You’re better off spending your money on foam block targets then.
Morrell Yellow Jacket YJ-450 Plus Archery Target
First on our list for best bag targets for crossbows is the Morrell Yellow Jacket YJ-450 Plus Archery Target bag. As the name already makes clear, this bag target is speed rated for crossbows that can shoot arrows with a maximum of 450 feet per second. It’s designed for easy arrow removal, which you’ll instantly notice when comparing it to other brands of bag targets for crossbows at the same speed-rating.
This “portable” Morrell Yellow Jacket YJ-450 Plus Archery Target weighs 36 pounds, measures 19x19x19 inches, and comes with handles so you’re able to hang it on a target stand. It’s only suited for arrows with field points, shooting broadheads at this target will create giant holes and just rips this target apart.
All four sides of this target are capable of stopping arrows and each side has its own unique target design. As you can see below, these sides have the following designs: deer vitals target, dartboard target, and 2 sides have an identical yellow jacket 4 aiming point design.
The Morrell Yellow Jacket YJ-450 Plus Archery Target Bag is weatherproof, so you’re able to leave it outside. The cover will eventually fade because of usage and weather conditions, but the cover is replaceable and you can find them on Amazon as well. [amazon link=”B005NRTOGQ”]
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Hurricane Bag Archery Target H28
Hurricane’s Bag Archery Target H28 comes in second in our best bag targets for crossbows. This is a durable bag target that is speed-rated for crossbows that shoot arrows at 400-600 feet per second! We found that this bag target not only stopped arrows with ease, arrows were also pretty easy to extract from the target without using arrow lube.
Unlike our #1 pick, the Hurricane Bag Archery Target H28 isn’t a square but has a rectangle shape. The dimensions are 28x28x12 inches and a total weight of 44 pounds. It comes with a handle for easier transportation and grommets to hang the bag target on a stand.
This is an extremely durable archery bag target with 2 sides you can shoot at. They’re off-centered, meaning that the targets don’t match up with the targets on the other side of the target. This reduces the chances of pass-throughs. Both sides of the target have high visibility aiming points. One side has “normal” target points and the other side of the target has deer vitals.
The Hurricane Bag Archery Target H28 is 100% weatherproof, you can leave this outside in all kinds of weather conditions and the target will not break down or reduce its ability to stop arrows. When this target is eventually worn out, you’re not able to refill this target or replace the cover. You’ll have to buy a new target once it’s completely worn out.
If you’re using a crossbow than shoots arrows at less than 350 feet per second, you might even have some trouble getting arrows to stick inside the target. This target is made for 400+ feet per second crossbows!
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Morrell Yellow Jacket Supreme 3 Field Point Bag Archery Target
Our #3 pick for best bag targets for crossbows is the Morrell Yellow Jacket Supreme 3 Field Point Bag Target. This target is designed to stop arrows at 400+ feet per second. I’ve shot 10’s of arrows with my Ravin R20 that shoots arrows at 430 feet per second and the target stopped them with ease.
This Morrell Yellow Jacket Supreme 3 Field Point Bag Target measures 23x25x12 inches and has 2 sides you can shoot arrows at. It’s also the lightest bag target on the list, coming in at a total of 27 pounds. For easy transportation, this bag target comes with an “EZ-Tote” carrying handle. Grommets are also installed in the top corners of the bag target.
Both sides of the target have identical and “traditional” Yellow Jacket designs. One of the better features of this target is easy arrow removal. Arrows shouldn’t get stuck inside the target at all. It’s only designed to stop field tips and NOT broadheads.
This target is also weatherproof, this means that you can leave the Morrell Yellow Jacket Supreme 3 Field Point Bag Archery Target outside. Firing loads of arrows/bolts at this target will wear the cover out. This is unavoidable. Extreme sunlight will also fade the cover.
As with most Morrell targets, the cover is replaceable. You can find a replacement cover for the Morrell Yellow Jacket Supreme 3 on Amazon. [amazon link=”B003WHDX4I”]
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Best Foam Block Targets for Crossbows
Foam block targets are also a well-known type of archery target. If you’re looking for a more compact and/or lightweight target, then a foam block target is something to consider. Foam block targets are not only lightweight, but they’re also great at stopping arrows with broadheads! In our opinion, only a foam block target can top a list of best crossbow targets. Here’s our list of best foam block targets for crossbows:
SpyderWeb ST 18XL Field Point Crossbow Block Target – Our Top Choice!
If you’re looking for the best crossbow targets in 2022, then look no further. The SpyderWeb ST 18XL Field Point Crossbow Block Target is capable of stopping all arrows at any speed! We’ve tested this with our 3 most powerful crossbows, the TenPoint Vapor RS470, Scorpyd Aculeus, and the Ravin R29X Sniper and the target stopped all of the arrows with ease!
This target measures 18x18x14 inches and has a total weight of around 35 pounds. This is definitely not the most lightweight foam block target, but it’s built to stop arrows with the highest speeds possible. It’s 100% weatherproof and has “self-healing” materials. It’s one of the most durable crossbow targets currently available on the market.
SpyderWeb’s ST 18XL Field Point Crossbow Block Target has 2 sides which you can shoot at and only stops field tips, not broadheads. Amazon has images that show a spiderweb and 7 bullseye targets. But it’s possible to get a spiderweb side and a side with a different design.
This target is designed for easy arrow removal, which I noticed quite a bit because the day I tested this target, I forgot to bring arrow lube. It was much more difficult to extract arrows from targets that did not have an “easy arrow removal” rating that day.
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Rinehart Targets 18-1 Broadhead Target
Second on our list of best foam block targets for crossbows comes the Rinehart Targets 18-1 Broadhead Target. As the name already makes clear, this target is also capable of stopping arrows equipped with broadheads.
This target comes with a total of 18 different sides to shoot at and has a maximum speed rating of 500 feet per second. The Rinehart Targets 18-1 Broadhead Target measures 15x15x15 inches and has a total weight of only 15 pounds. It’s a very portable and lightweight foam block target and includes a carry-handle for even more portability.
This 18-1 Broadhead Target from Rinehart is made from self-healing foam and is weatherproof. That makes this target a perfect option for field tips, broadheads, and even expandable broadheads!
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BIGSHOT Archery Titan 16 Multipurpose Broadhead Target
The BIGSHOT Archery Titan 16 Multipurpose Broadhead Target takes the 3rd spot on our list of best foam block targets for crossbows. This is a heavy-duty target that can stop arrows flying at 500 feet per second. It stops any crossbow currently available on the market with ease.
This BIGSHOT Archery Titan 16 Multipurpose Broadhead Target measures 16x16x13.5 inches and has a total weight of 12 pounds. As with most foam block targets, this target also has “self-healing” properties. BIGSHOT claims it has easy arrow removal, but without arrow lube, I had a difficult time getting my arrows out of the target.
The BIGSHOT Archery Titan 16 Multipurpose Broadhead Target comes with a total of five different sides that you can shoot at. Each side has its own unique design. The designs are five spot dice design, tuning crosshair design, vitals with ASA and IBO design, close to long yardage design, and a groundhog design.
Overall the BIGSHOT Archery Titan 16 Multipurpose Broadhead target is weatherproof, very durable, and has multiple unique designs. Don’t forget to use arrow lube with this target!
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BIGSHOT Iron Man 18″ High Compression Archery Field Point Target
Another BIGSHOT foam block target on our list for best foam block targets for crossbows. This time it’s the BIGSHOT Iron Man 18” High Compression Archery Field Point Target. This target is capable of stopping arrows with field points only that fly at 460 feet per second!
The BIGSHOT Iron Man 18” High Compression Archery Field Point Target measures 18x18x12 inches and has a total weight of 39 pounds. It’s pretty easy to move this target around and shoot at different yardages. This target has 2 sides which you can shoot arrows at. One side has five high visibility spots on one side and a deer vitals design on the other side of the target.
This BIGSHOT Iron Man 18” foam block target is a perfect option if you’re looking for a durable crossbow target. It’s lightweight, has self-healing properties, and is made for the fastest shooting crossbows.
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Black Hole 16” Block Target 61212
Last on our list of best foam block targets for crossbows is the Black Hole 16” Block Target. This block target is one of the cheapest foam block targets available that can still stop arrows that fly at 400+ feet per second! We’ve tested this foam block target with an Excalibur Micro Mag 340 crossbow and the CenterPoint CP400 crossbow and this target stopped both sets of arrows with the CP400 having a 2-inch deeper penetration than the Excalibur crossbow.
This target measures 16x16x14 inches and has a total weight of 13 pounds. On the top side of the target, you’ll find a carry handle for easy transportation. This Black Hole 16” foam block target is therefore very lightweight, compact, and portable.
Even though this target has four sides that you’re able to shoot arrows at, only two of them are capable of stopping arrows with broadheads. The front and back (black foam) are suited for field tips and broadheads, the polypropylene wrapped sides are only able to stop field tips.
The designs on this foam block target are pretty basic, but this target does its job very well! Stopping crossbows that shoot arrows at 400 feet per second is easy for this target.
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Best 3D Targets for Crossbows
The next type on our list of best crossbow targets are 3D targets. 3D targets for crossbows have been around for a while, but due to its costly price not many are able to get a good 3D target for crossbow shooting. Using 3D targets for target shooting is the next best experience you can get, besides a real hunt obviously. We’ve compiled a list of affordable 3D targets that are suited for crossbow shooting.
Real Wild 3D Big Buck Archery Target
The Real Wild 3D Big Buck Archery Target is most definitely the best affordable lifelike 3D target for crossbows. This 3D target is scaled to replicate a 200-pound whitetail deer, can stop arrows up 500 feet per second, and is completely made of foam!
The average shoulder height of a whitetail deer is 21 to 47 inches and the average length 37 to 87 inches. Measured to the top of the shoulder, this Real Wild 3D Big Buck Target has a height of 27 inches, a total length of around 44 inches, and weighs a hefty 55 pounds. This target emulates an actual whitetail deer!
The Real Wild 3D Big Buck Archery Target is suited for field tips and broadheads. It should be pretty easy to get your arrows out of this target as well. It’s also coated with a weather-resistant finish to make this target weatherproof.
This target features IBO scoring rings if you want to really step up your game! A great feature is the replaceable mid-section core. Once the core is completely worn out, you’re able to just replace the midsection and the target is like brand new again!
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Rinehart Woodland Boar 3D Target
As I like to hunt for boar just as much as deer, I decided to also test some 3D boar targets. I ended up liking the Rinehart Woodland Boar 3D target the most. Rinehart targets are always high-quality and should stop arrows that have speeds of 500+ feet per second. It easily stopped the arrows from the TenPoint Vapor RS470 and I was able to retrieve my arrows fairly easy.
To make it as lifelike as possible, this target has a height of 24 inches and a length of 39 inches. Weighing a total of 75 pounds, once mounted on its stakes, this target won’t move or fall over easily!
The core of the Rinehart Woodland Boar 3D Target features 10-8-5 scoring rings and is also replaceable, which can save you some money in the future as well. And of course, this target is weatherproof so you can leave it outside without the target being destroyed by the rain.
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DELTA Bloodline Buck XL
Last on our best 3D targets for crossbows list is the DELTA Bloodline Buck. This lifelike 3D buck target is speed-rated for crossbows up to 350 feet per second and the upper part of the deer is completely made of foam.
The DELTA Bloodline Buck XL has a total height to the top of the antlers of 45 inches and a length of 37 inches. The total weight is around 29 pounds and comes with stakes to place the target on. The legs are made out of plastic to make it a cheaper target.
This target is also weatherproof and the core is replaceable as well. It also features IBO scoring rings and stops arrows with field tips or broadheads.
This is the cheapest 3D target for crossbow shooting that I would recommend to anybody. Every single one of the cheaper targets is just not worth the money.
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Best Discharge Bag Targets for Crossbows
Looking for a safe way to discharge your crossbow after an unsuccessful hunt? Here’s our list of best discharge bag targets for crossbows! Safely discharge your crossbow into a portable discharge bag target.
Morrell Yellow Jacket Crossbow Bolt Discharge Bag Archery Target
This Morrell Yellow Jacket discharge bag target is capable of stopping arrows with a maximum speed of 400 feet per second. It’s a weatherproof, portable, lightweight, and pretty cheap discharge bag that would meet most demands from crossbow hunters/shooters.
This discharge bag measured 13x17x8 inches and has a total weight of only 6 pounds. With a speed rating of 400 feet per second, this Morrell Yellow Jacket discharge bag target should be enough for most crossbow hunters. Even though there are crossbows that can shoot faster than 400 feet per second, they usually have a built-in de-cocking mechanism, which will remove the need for a discharge bag target.
Overall this is just a really good discharge bag target for crossbows with a maximum of 400 FPS. It’s possible to also just use this discharge bag target as a normal bag target. Make sure to swap out the broadhead with a field tip before you discharge your crossbow.
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Delta McKenzie Targets Crossbow Discharge Bag Target
Second on our list of best discharge bag targets for crossbows is a discharge bag target from Delta McKenzie. This discharge bag target is capable of stopping arrows that fly at 400 feet per second.
This discharge bag is rated for stopping field tips only. With a size of 12x12x12 inches and a weight of only 9 pounds the Delta McKenzie discharge bag target is very portable. There’s a handle on the top of the target for easy transportation as well.
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Delta McKenzie Chunk Mo Foam Layered Target 12-Inch
This 12-inch Delta McKenzie’s Chunk Mo Foam Layered Target isn’t exactly a discharge bag, but this a very small and lightweight foam target that can stop arrows that travel at a maximum of 420 feet per second! Even though we rated this #3 on our best discharge bag targets for crossbows list, it has a higher speed rating than our #1 and #2.
Why would we recommend a foam target as a discharge target? Well, it’s a very portable foam target that you can easily take with you on a hunting trip. It doesn’t take up much space and is more than capable of stopping arrows from crossbows that shoot at up to 420 FPS. This is more than enough for most crossbow hunters and will do the job perfectly fine. On top of all that, the Delta McKenzie Chunk Mo Foam layered target only has a weight of 8 pounds!
Therefore the Delta McKenzie Chunk Mo Foam layered target is the most lightweight, has the highest speed-rating, and is the only one of the discharge bag targets we’ve listed that can also stop broadheads. We recommend getting this target that can either serve as a normal target or a discharge target.
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What You Need to Know About Crossbow Targets
Before you go out and buy any random crossbow target, it’s best to do some research first! There are a lot of different crossbow targets on the market and it can be quite overwhelming to compare all of the crossbow targets and pick the one that suits your setup. We’ve done the work already and compiled this list of best crossbow targets. Below we’ll go in-depth on the different types of targets available for crossbow shooting and some useful maintenance tips.
Types of crossbow targets
There are a total of four different types of crossbow targets available. In this section, we’ll go into detail on each type of crossbow target and list the main pros and cons.
Bag Targets
If you’re looking for a target to practice your crossbow shooting with, then one of the first (if not the first) types of crossbow targets you’ll see is a bag target. Bag targets are the most basic types of archery/crossbow targets you can find. You can use a bag target as a stand-alone target, mount it on a target frame, hang it by its handles, or let it rest against something else. If you’ve ever owned a bow or crossbow before then you’ve probably owned a bag target before.
As I said, a bag target is the most basic type of target. The bag itself is usually made out of woven polypropylene and are filled with layered synthetic/cotton/fibrous materials. How much force and how many times you can shoot at a bag target is determined by its fillings. If it’s a quality brand, then you can also shoot at it at any angle you’d like.
If you want to practice some crossbow shooting with a target bag, then you must use a regular field tip. A bag target is overall not a good recommendation to use for broadheads. For example, the Morrell Yellow Jacket YJ-450 Plus Archery Target Bag is held together by some kind of fishing line. It’s very difficult to get broadheads out of that material, it will shred it all up, and it can end up being a costly target.
Foam Block Targets
Bag targets have been the targets to get for a long time. But since crossbows are getting more and more powerful, foam block targets have been seeing a rise in popularity lately. Another reason for the rising popularity of foam block targets is also the need for bow hunters to target practice with broadheads. Foam block targets have a higher density and should withstand a lot more power than a regular bag target.
Foam block targets are usually made out of (layered) polyester types of foam. Polyester foam is a flexible foam that absorbs energy effortlessly. This makes it an ideal type of material for high-powered crossbows/bows. Polyester foam is not only good for stopping arrows, it’s also very lightweight, which makes it a very portable target as well.
Another great quality of the foam is that you’re able to use broadheads on your arrows/bolts. Doing some target practice before you go out for an actual hunt with your new best broadheads is highly recommended. Broadheads have a completely different design to regular field tips and can change the trajectory of the arrow/bolt.
One downside you might find with foam targets can be the layering of the foam. Foam targets sometimes only have 2 sides to shoot at. Because of the layering, you can’t shoot from both sides, this can make your arrow slip through the layers and either destroy the target or even fully penetrate the target.
A term you often find with foam targets is “self-healing” foam. If you think about it logically, foam (currently) can’t heal itself. When firing an arrow into the foam, the foam will be pushed aside and gets compressed. After removing the arrow, the foam will then expand again. This will look like it’s healing itself, but repeated shots at the same spot will wear out the foam and will eventually need replacing. Foam targets way last you a lot longer than bag targets though!
3D Targets
If you really want to prepare for the hunting season, then you must use a 3D target. Before I started with researching and testing all kinds of different crossbow targets, I really didn’t like the idea of 3D targets. I couldn’t see the value in them and really thought that foam block targets were more fun. After shooting multiple days at crossbow targets I can now say that I’ll use a 3D target a lot more often! They’re way more fun than bag targets or foam block targets!
3D targets are also made out of foam. As I mentioned in the foam block section, the foam targets can withstand a lot more than the regular bag targets, even broadheads. A high-quality 3D target is completely made out of foam, but cheaper targets can have parts that are made out of plastic. If your aim is off, you might end up destroying the plastic parts.
3D targets are great for practicing real-life hunting situations. During the off-season, you can now practice shooting at 3D targets from a tree-stand or hunting blind to simulate real-life hunting situations. Some 3D targets even have overlay options to show exactly if you’ve hit a vital organ or not.
Discharge Targets
A discharge target bag can be very useful if you had an unsuccessful hunt and were unable to fire an arrow out of your loaded crossbow. To be able to bring a discharge bag with you on a hunting trip, it must be a lightweight and rather small bag. Not a lot of discharge bags fulfill these requirements and it might be hard to find a proper discharge bag.
A discharge bag is made like a regular target bag but in a much smaller and less heavy size. They’re also filled with the same materials, which means that you’re unable to shoot a broadhead into a discharge bag. You must bring a field tip with you on your hunting trips and swap the broadhead with a field tip and shoot the arrow into the discharge bag.
What we highly recommend to do is buy a small and lightweight foam target, like the Delta McKenzie Chunk Mo Foam Layered Target 12-Inch. Foam targets stop broadheads, are more lightweight and durable than regular discharge targets and this foam block is easy to bring with you on a hunting trip!
Crossbow Targets and Broadheads
A question we get asked a lot is: “Can I use arrows with broadheads to shoot at targets?” The answer is simple: Yes, you can. It is however recommended to only shoot arrows with broadheads at targets with a foam filling. Bag targets are filled with materials that will make your broadhead get stuck in the target. You’ll be unable to remove the arrow from the target without losing your broadheads.
Unlike a bag target that can be filled with any kind of material, a foam block target is only filled with foam. A broadhead will cut through the foam like a knife through butter, which makes extracting a broadhead much easier. A downside to this is that the foam target has a shorter life expectancy.
Bottom line: Only use broadheads to make sure your arrows fly straight and are accurate. A high-quality foam block target can withstand 1000’s of shots from arrows with field tips, if you use broadheads it will be reduced to 100’s maybe 1000 and the target needs to be replaced. You’ll end up saving yourself a lot of money if you just use field tips on your arrows!
Density or Maximum FPS
If you have a high-powered crossbow, then one of the features of a crossbow target you must really consider is the density or the maximum feet per second (FPS) that a crossbow target can stop. If you fail to get a proper crossbow target for your setup, you might end up destroying the target quickly, shoot right through the target, or even end up hurting yourself or somebody else!
Arrow/Bolt Retrieval
Depending on the density and type of materials used, it can be quite difficult to retrieve your arrows from the crossbow/archery target. As I’ve spent days shooting at targets, I also had to deal with a lot of arrows that got stuck or field points disappearing in the target. I’ve tried different methods to get my arrows out of the target easier and only find the 2 methods below worthwhile.
Arrow/Bolt Lube
One of the first things I’ve learned with shooting at targets is to use arrow/bolt lube. Just apply a tiny bit of lube on the tip of the arrow and you’ll be able to pull the arrow out of the target much easier. This shouldn’t affect the flight-trajectory of the arrow at all!
I’ve tried multiple different brands and types of arrow lube. During my 3-day target shooting session, I was most happy with the Scorpion Venom Arrow Release Fluid. This arrow lube made my 3rd day much easier than the first and second day with retrieving the arrows. The first day I was using Easton arrow lube that dried up way too fast and the second day I used AAE’s “Lube Tube” which also dried out too fast and not only that, the bottle was empty before the day was over!
Arrow/Bolt Removers
Another handy tool to use for extracting arrows that are stuck inside a target is a pair of arrow/bolt removers. If you’re thinking that you won’t need one straight away; you’re wrong! A good pair of arrow/bolt removers are very useful and will save you a lot of frustrations and irritations.
How deep or tight an arrow/bolt is buried inside a target totally depends on your setup. Someone shooting with the same crossbow but with different arrows/bolts will already give different arrow penetrations. Even though I’ve shot with the most powerful crossbow a target can withstand and I didn’t have any issues removing an arrow, you might end up with arrows/bolts that are buried deep inside a target.
There are a couple of different types of arrow pullers available. The cheapest option is a rubber block that grips onto the arrow and gives you a lot more surface to work with. I usually get all the arrows out of the target with these rubber arrow pullers.
You can buy any arrow puller on Amazon you’d like, I’ve used the [amazon link=”B074M415QN”] for a while now. They’re sold in packs of 2 and includes a snap clip to attach it to your belt, backpack, or crossbow case and you’ll always have one ready.
TenPoint also offers an arrow puller that includes a nock and practice points removal tool ([amazon link=”B0083IRD2Y”]) , which is quite handy as well. If it’s impossible to get an arrow out with a rubber arrow puller, then your last option would be the [amazon link=”B00E5YHJ74″]. This heavy-duty arrow puller is your last chance in removing a stuck arrow from a target.
Bulged Arrow Points
Our last tip on retrieving arrows from targets more easily is using bulged arrow points. These bulged arrow points have a thicker point than the arrow itself. While penetrating the target, the bulged arrow points create a hole bigger than the arrow. You can get a 12 pack of bulged arrow points on Amazon for a pretty cheap price currently. [amazon link=”B003DQU15W”]
Crossbow Target Usage and Maintenance
Repetitively shooting arrows at a target will definitely wear it out. Field tips or broadheads will cut through the target and the targets will eventually not be able to stop your arrows anymore. Sooner or later the cover of the target will fade as well. Leaving the target outside will speed up this process much faster. Even though some targets are weatherproof, the cover can still fade because of sunlight, rain or other weather conditions.
Below are some crossbow target usage and maintenance tips we think are useful to others.
Backstop
Using a backstop is a must! Not only does this reduce the chance of accidentally missing the target and possibly hitting something or somebody else, your target will also have zero chance of falling over. If you’re using a hanging target then this might not be possible. Either place the target against a shed or a hardwood pallet/board.
Rotating the Crossbow Target
If you have a target that has multiple sides to shoot arrows at, then try to rotate the target as much as possible. Doing this will make sure that the filling(s) of the target get rearranged more often and therefore ensuring a longer life of your target!
Weatherproof
If you’re thinking about buying a heavy bag target, then make sure it’s somewhat weatherproof. Hauling those heavy bag targets every time you’d like to practice some target-shooting with your crossbow can be a pain in the butt. Do note that even though the targets may be weatherproof, the cover can still fade because of sunlight and other weather conditions.
Faded or Worn out Cover/Aiming Points
Eventually, even the best crossbow targets will get worn out. Do not throw away a (still) good target with a faded or worn out cover/aiming points! There are loads of target covers available that will give your target a couple of thousand shots extra before you really have to get a new target.
Most crossbow/archery targets on the market only have a limited amount of space as aiming points. For example, the Hurricane Bag Archery Target H28 has 9 aiming points at the front of the target. These 9 aiming points take less than 50% of the total space of the target. If these aiming points are completely worn out, the rest of the archery target is still perfectly fine and capable of stopping arrows.
Don’t throw out those (still) good targets, either draw or paint new aiming points on the target yourself or buy a new cover that has aiming points different from the previous cover.
Final Thoughts
In our search for the best crossbow targets in 2022, we found that not many bag targets are worth the money. If you’re new to crossbow shooting, then it’s advised to start out with a big bag target. Advanced crossbow shooters/hunters are better off getting foam block targets. Foam block targets are much more portable than bag targets and most of them are able to stop broadheads just as easy.
Not only will you get a much more realistic feel when shooting arrows at a 3D target, but it’s also a lot more fun! Even hunters on a budget are able to get a lifelike 3D target at an affordable price these days!
Getting a discharge bag isn’t really worth the money, you’re better off getting a more lightweight and portable foam block target. These foam block targets are also able to stop broadheads so you don’t even have to bring field tips with you.
We’ve spent countless hours of research and testing to compile our “Best Crossbow Targets in 2022” list, if you like this review and we’ve helped you out, help us out and share this article. If you have any questions, you can leave a comment below and we’ll try to reply as soon as possible!
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