New Bow Rack by BowKaddyThe Alaris Concepts Company out of Alberta Canada has developed the BowKaddy Bow Rack. It is an innovative approach to carrying your expensive bow on an ATV or in your pickup or any other vehicle. A few weeks ago the rack was brought to our attention and it seemed quite unique so we decided to try it out. It is easier to mount to an ATV with the special mounting hardware, so we used that. The instructions have text as well as pictures and the instructions are in color. When is the last time you saw that? We decided to make a video about the installation since we have discovered YouTube and think it another great way to get our information out. The BowKaddy Bow rack comes with the hardware (bolts, nuts, washers, pins, and screws) for an easy install. It took about 2 and 1/2 hours to install the rack including shooting the film. We cut the film down to a little over 15 minutes and made 3 videos so that it does not take so long to download. If I were to mount another one, it would only take about 15 minutes to do since I now know where all the bolts and go. Arliss McNalley, the inventor and distributor of the BowKaddy bow rack system tells me that he leaves the rack in his truck in sub zero weather and has had no problems what so ever with breakage or warpage. Now that is some test. The BowKaddy Bow Rack is adjustable for almost any bow limb design or length. If for some reason, your particular bow will not fit the pre drilled configuration, Arliss says that you can drill additional holes in the ATV base or detents in the bow rack itself in order to accommodate your limb design. The rack has been well thought out and provides for a safe method of keeping your bow handy for quick accessibility when that big bull or buck comes into view. The videos show some planning tips and suggestions to making the installation go quick and easy. The BowKaddy Bow Rack even has provisions for a pad lock to serve as an increased visual security for your bow when you must leave it unattended. This bow rack is not cheap. It is very versatile and quick to set up for a different bow should the need arise. It is make of light weight sturdy material that can stand up to the rigors of hunting in all kinds of weather. My first compound bow cost me around $100 with accessories. That is cheap by today's standards, but 35 years ago, it was not cheap to me. Today's bows can cost near $1,000 before adding the accessories to make them functional. That is not cheap by today's standards. We are willing to pay these prices because we get what we want at a price that we are willing to pay. So, what does this mean and where am I going with this discussion? I will just sum it up with a question. Why would you or I spend what we spend on our archery gear ($30K for primary vehicle, $7K for ATV, $1K for bow setup) and then carry the bow in a $30 rack? Go figure, go BowKaddy. I think this bow rack is the best idea that I have ever seen for transporting a bow in a pickup, either inside or outside. Actually, any vehicle that you use for your hunting adventures (including boats), could use this system. Check the Alaris Concepts site for more ideas on using these products. Archers Friend has made arrangements with BowKaddy to give a 5% DISCOUNT to our site visitors who wish to purchase this product. This discount is only on the cost of the products ordered NOT the shipping costs or any associated taxes. To obtain your discount you must completely Fill out Discount Form and mail, or fax the resulting email that you will receive to BowKaddy. Arliss McNalley, the inventor and owner of Alaris Concepts Company, says that he could also take a phone order because we will send him a copy of the form that you fill out. You must be sure that your ISP (Internet Service Provider) and/or your email provider will let all communications from Archers-Friend.com into your in box. This is called White Listing. If you even think that it may be a problem, contact you ISP or email provider and ask how to White List. It is usually not a problem unless you use AOL. For more information on the BowKaddy product line and ordering information, visit the manufacturer site mentioned above. Remember, to qualify for the 5% discount, you must fill out the form mentioned above. And now for the 3 videos of installing the BowKaddy ATV Bow Rack.
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