Transform Your Backyard into an Archery Oasis Here's How

[@MoyieVandal]

I own the place behind those targets. Dan and his wife have always been great about making sure that we are comfortable with his setup and that everything is safe. It's a nice setup, good work Dan.

[@ElkShape]

SEE FOLKS - I have the best neighbors in the world! 🙏🏼

[@paulcupka5179]

Sir, I have to say when I first saw you a couple years ago I was really on the fence. Not sure why, I'm not a youtube junkie or troll, actually this is the first comment I've ever made anywhere. But man, now- after watching you more- you are a legit cat. Your own videos, the MFJJ stuff, the CH podcast, etc. Solid. Don't change homie, keep being who you are. Nothing but respect.

[@ElkShape]

Thank you 😊 My only hope is to inspire others and be authentic while doing so or trying to at least. Appreciate the kind words.

[@kurtcolson769]

Nice upgrades. I just got a pile of Rinharts for a steal…..I got the full size bedded elk, mule deer, bedded doe, javalina, turkey, and black boar. Certainly makes practice fun.

[@camerannC]

"As far as I can shoot safely and film!". No video no proof. Love it.

[@JamesVanGriff]

Love the target setup! One thing i had to add to mine was 4'x6' horse stall mats to catch the occasional stray arrow from a buddy over shooting with me or equipment malfunctions. I started with an 8'x9' back stop and when my buddy nearly missed i doubled the size to 16' wide by 9' high. I used 4x4s with 2x4s across them to hold the mats and have had great longevity. 3 years full sun and the mats will stop a 4mm arrow with broadhead no problem. I have houses in the distance behind me as well and with the backstop my wife no longer worries about me causing a lawsuit for us lol thanks for all the great content over the years. I also just started listening to the podcast when driving and its great as well. Thank you for the great work for the archery community! James V

[@NMBowhntr]

I’ve had some 3D targets for 20 years sitting outside in NM. They look like new, because every couple years I fill in the weathering cracks with flexible caulk, and repaint the targets with outdoor house paint. You can even improve how the targets look by painting them more realistically. I’ve also lost some good 3D targets to weather because I didn’t do the above. So word to the wise, take a little time and maintain your 3D targets, and you’ll keep your investments in good shape! Have fun, they are an awesome investment in high quality practice!

[@v.hillegass4351]

You said in a previous video that you had a field or open area beyond your fence??? You are 100% shooting towards other structures! I get it, you're a good shot. I also understand sh!t happens, equipment malfunctions, equipment brakes, releases fail, etc.

[@josephfolsom2030]

I purchased the 4’ 365 with 5 high density cube inserts this last summer. No complaints other than the dots falling off

[@walterbrown8293]

Rinehart blemished targets are a great way to save a few $$. Also in that same tab they were selling slightly used targets from competitions 5 for 1000

[@DavidBowCrazyBabyak86]

Maybe if I ever get on that side of the country with my bow I could take you up on that offer. I'd love to come shoot with you a little bit. Great content! Keep it coming. Can't wait to see your elk hunts from this year

[@blessedvetoutdoors]

Digging the past shot effects. Very sweet content, I enjoyed your work and new backyard target set up

[@wingman327]

Awesome range! Maybe put some pvc pipe in the ground to slide your rods in so you don't have to pull them to mow...? Love your crews channels!

[@billatkinson6807]

Started a range from the one you did last year. Just mine are concreted into the ground at 30, 50, and 70. With the morrel bag targets then we put 3d targets between.

[@orlandoagostinho6615]

Love the setup. If I tried that on Long Island NY. I would be in the clink 2 hr into shooting 😂

[@Outdoorbowhunter]

Seen those 365 targets at TAC. They look legit . Definitely gonna have to invest in one.

[@ColbyHale-dr7rl]

I have a little 3d deer target it was my time shooting a bow and after awhile I lost an arrow so I have a hay bale back stop it works great with broad heads to

[@NMBowhntr]

Pro Tip: I’ve had a 3D range in my backyard for 15 years, including the full-size elk. You just need to give the targets some TLC every year or two. When you get weathering cracks, you can fill them with flexible indoor/outdoor caulk and smooth it out. A good outdoor house paint can fill in the small exposed bubbles and protect the foam from the UV rays. Plus, if you do it right, you can make the targets look almost photo realistic. When I buy a new target now, my first step is to improve the look of the target with some more realistic spray paint, and re-apply every year to preserve the foam. If you stay ahead of the weathering, a good foam target has an almost indefinite lifespan, especially with the foam repair kits on the market for the shot-up parts of the target. Oh, and avoid broadheads unless it’s right before the season and you just HAVE to get the practice shots in, unless you like buying foam repair kits every couple of years.

[@ElkShape]

Solid tips! Thanks! -DS

[@gouchmcdougal7831]

Sending some bombs!!! And i appreciate the editing. And those are the coolest targets I’ve ever seen. I like your range pal. Luke 9:62

[@bradithompson4733]

365 targets are great, You should give there stabilizer bars a try.

[@jordancarrillo3938]

You have a hell of a set up. Would love to come work out, and shoot with you!!!

[@TREYGENTRY]

sweet setup up!! im proud of my backyard collection as well

[@sarjeant503]

365 targets are the shit! @elkshape the Reinhart targets have IBO rings so that would have been an 11 (as far as I know, let the trolls tell us where I'm wrong)

[@jackbuendgen389]

I'm jealous. That's an amazing home range! Ok who makes that steel target? I'm going to tell my archery range about it. Believe it or not I used to work for the owner of 365 archery. Back in 2019 when you did a review of his targets I told the owner that you made a glowing review. His exact reaction was "what's elk shape?" 😆

[@ElkShape]

Haha that's awesome! I think they're rad targets and they seem to last a long time (for me). What state were you in?

[@jackbuendgen389]

@@ElkShape I used to live in Minnesota but I now live in Wyoming

[@ElkShape]

@@jackbuendgen389 oh ya, good move dude!

[@codylecroy1774]

Awesome video! Love the setup! Where did you get the metal target? I need one!

[@papaschuette]

Hey Brother. That's a very nice setup. I'm working my way up to having something close to your range. I finally have the ability to have my own home range after moving into my house in July of last year. So that's a start. Right now, all I have is a 22" Black Hole target and a 16" Black Hole Crossbow target that my buddy gave me. I'm definitely getting a couple 3d buck targets. And upgrading to a couple of those 365 targets. Ultimately having 6 or 7 targets to shoot at. I might even get a couple metal rings like the ones you have, to hang in front of a target. Maybe. Not sure I want to destroy multiple arrows a day. I'll go the cheap route for backstops on them all though. I'll stack up a few straw bales behind each of them.

[@quantumeraser4833]

Friggin AWESOME !!!

[@9409savant]

Once again great info

[@nicolevandermeulen6809]

Hey, what happened to the great TAC vane video from the other day, it was great but I only got halfway through it. Darn!

[@goldtip34]

Nice setup

[@JamesBond-oc4gm]

Dammit Dan, I need more money for that many targets lol. Good shit as usual brother 👍

[@rfcorreiaiv]

looks good!

[@lewiskurzawa6041]

Great set up brother

[@dans6476]

Thanks for not editing out that your mortal like the rest of us. Once in a while I have arrows that makes me go "wtf how'd I pull that off"

[@stick__shooter]

Shooting bows in a neighborhood is pretty iffy to begin with. Adding in a steel target and ricochets just adds to the iffy-ness. No matter how good of a shot you are, bad things can happen. Releases can malfunction, d-loops can break, etc. I'm thankful that we were able to move out of a neighborhood and onto a 2 acre lot surrounded by woods so I can shoot safely whenever I want.

[@ILhunter23]

I was hyped about the 365 target and it’s been pretty bad. Didn’t even hold up 1 week without chunking . Never shot broadheads into it. CS was responsive but really couldn’t do anything for me. Rhinehart has been the best for me out of block, 365, morrel

[@ElkShape]

Like the shows - 365 has lasted a long time for me and I leave them outside year round and we get 4 seasons here. Anyways, thanks for watching!!!

[@drewolm]

The strap they give you with totally sucks. They should be embarrassed.

[@jons7e]

I don't like outserts, so for the money, I'd rather use the bag targets. For the cost of all of those foam targets, I could build a wall of bag targets. But for broadheads, of course you need to have some foam targets and those 365 targets look great.

[@bobhendren9843]

Missed elk season this fall for the first time in many years while recovering from spine surgery. Watched way too much KZbin as a result. I’ve been a die hard mechanical broadhead (Grim Reaper and now Sevr) guy for years but am having second thoughts after hearing your comments. I shoot a Ventum 33 at 71 lbs and 30” draw with Axis arrows and 3 Q2i fusion x-ii 2.1 fletch. Would you recommend the Hades or Micro Hades or something else? Also considering the Iron Will single bevel. Thanks for the great videos!

[@brianlew9559]

Is that your neighbor's house right behind the targets and fence?!

[@brucescott9814]

MFJJ is going to love you, going through arrows at that speed...

[@CoreyD76]

I love my 365 archery target. The only issue I have is some of the dots started peeling off after a couple of weeks.

[@sarjeant503]

I had the same issue after a month or so of broad head use. I just sprayed a few new dots on it with spray paint. No issues since

[@DavidBowCrazyBabyak86]

Bro where can I get do. E of them hey dudes they are the baddest ones I've ever seen

[@davidayres9865]

What kind of shoes/boots are those???

[@byronhendrixfishing8393]

Working on it 😂

[@chrississon2646]

🏹>>>>>>>>>🎯

[@stephengatley8144]

Silicone spray that wheelbarrow wheel sir "The Squeaky Wheel Gets The Oil"

[@randyg4713]

My guess is the steel target last the longest.

[@drewolm]

I’ll tell you this big dawg, there are a lot of KZbinrs out there that could use some lawn care tips from you.

[@ElkShape]

That’s 100% Mrs Elkshape 👌🏻

[@glenengland2681]

Where you get your dudes

[@mikestackz854]

Anyone know what elkshape does for a living to be able to afford all this? Genuinely curious

[@ElkShape]

Trust fund baby! 🤣 Listen to my podcast- I always talk about how I prioritize money, how I manage it and my time. What I do for work. Where I have worked in the past. That’s your best bet for that info. 👌🏻

[@JamesBond-oc4gm]

​@@ElkShapeyour you tube should be doing OK by now, as well?

[@jmyhre7340]

The house or structure behind your fence had me a bit concerned. You said you had an open field. My little range I can shoot to 80. My concern is that I worry about possibility of arrow deflecting off the top of my target and over onto neighbors property. If they are out working in their yard, I don't shoot. I have two structures behind my target and I still worry about deflection. You are obviously lot better shot than this old man. Jealous of all your targets. Thanks for the content! God bless!

[@darrenlowry7477]

You ever want to teach a guy with a bad spine how to workout I'd be forever greatful.

[@vikeskie]

step 1: have a 50+ yard backyard

[@Waty8413]

Depending on property shape, a house on a half acre, or even less could have plenty of room for decently long range shots.

[@jayirvin9882]

I have 15 acres. Archeologists are going to have fun finding the hundreds of arrows hidden all over my property.