EP67. The 2025 Dreaded Archer Bow Draft

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05/10/25 • 137 min

It’s finally here — the first-ever Dreaded Archer Bow Draft! Host Trey Reed breaks down the top bows in the game and matches them with the hunters and styles they were built for. From flagship powerhouses to underrated sleepers, we’re drafting bows like it's the NFL Combine for archery junkies.

Whether you're chasing elk in the backcountry, hanging in a treestand for rut action, or just looking to upgrade your setup — this episode has you covered. We’re talking shootability, speed, innovation, and gear setups that’ll get your bow rig dialed in for 2025.

Bows will be picked. Opinions will fly. And only the best will make the cut.

Bows will be picked. Opinions will fly. And only the best will make the cut.

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