At Texas Archery, we believe that every archer — from total beginner to seasoned pro — deserves access to the best gear, expert advice, and a place to shoot. Based in Spring, Texas, our goal has always been to combine a top-tier pro shop with indoor and 3D ranges, training, and community.
If you’re new here, take a moment to visit our homepage at Texas Archery and browse through what we offer. And if you’re wondering exactly what gear we carry, jump over to our gear catalogs via Texas Archery Collections. In this article, we’ll walk you through all the different types of archery gear in our lineup — what they are, why they matter, and tips on choosing.
Our Philosophy on Gear
Before diving in, one thing we stress: gear is only part of the equation. The right equipment should enhance your skill, not mask its absence. That’s why our staff is deeply trained, and we love helping you tune, test, and match components. We also maintain range space so you can try out gear in a real-shooting environment.
Bows
As the centerpiece of any archer’s kit, bows are where we start. In our Bows collection, you’ll find a full range: from modern compound bows to traditional recurves and possibly other styles (longbows, take-down combinations).
Types of Bows We Carry
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Compound Bows — The workhorse for most target and hunting archers. These use cams and pulleys to let you hold less draw weight at full draw, improving accuracy and comfort.
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Recurve / Traditional Bows — Clean, simple, and beloved by classic archers. For target, field, or barebow styles, many archers prefer the feel and elegance of a recurve.
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Kids / Youth Bows — Scaled down versions of recurve or compound bows, tailored for smaller draw lengths and lighter arrows.
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Take-Down Bows — Recurve bows that disassemble for portability.
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Specialty Bows — Occasionally, we stock more niche styles such as Olympic recurve or competition-grade rigs.
What to Consider When Choosing a Bow
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Draw Length & Draw Weight — Matching your body size and strength is crucial.
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Let-Off (for compounds) — How far the weight “lets off” at full draw affects comfort.
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Axle-to-Axle Length — A shorter bow maneuvers better in dense terrain; a longer bow tends to be more stable for target shooting.
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Tuning Capability — We carry bows that accommodate adjustments, like limb tuning, cam timing, etc.
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Warranty, Support & Accessories — Since we are your trusted archery shop, we prefer to stock bows from brands with strong support networks.
Crossbows
Some archers prefer the feel and convenience of crossbows, especially for hunting or “crossbow seasons.” Under our Crossbows collection, you’ll find a selection suited to various needs — from entry-level models to high-performance rigs.
Highlights & Advice
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Draw Length Is Built-In — Unlike vertical bows, crossbows come with a fixed draw — you choose based on power and bolt specs.
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Speed & Kinetic Energy — Higher fps and energy values matter for penetration, especially hunting.
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Noise & Vibration Control — We stock crossbows with effective dampening systems.
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Safety Features — Anti-dry fire triggers, safety mechanisms, and cocking devices are essential.
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Bolts, Strings, and Maintenance — We carry matching bolts, string replacements, and accessories for each model we stock.
Arrows
You can have the best bow in the world, but if your arrows aren’t matched, it all unravels. Our Arrows collection covers a wide spectrum — carbon, aluminum, hybrid, youth arrows, and practice sets.
What We Offer & How to Choose
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Material Types
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Carbon arrows are lightweight, fast, and durable — great for hunting and high-performance setups.
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Aluminum arrows offer consistent straightness and are often used in target shooting or intermediate setups.
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Hybrid arrows combine aluminum and carbon to balance performance and cost.
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Spine & Straightness — The stiffness (spine) must match your bow’s setup; we help you dial that in.
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Arrow Length & Point Weight — These affect balance, penetration, and flight behavior.
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Fletching / Vanes — Choice of helical, straight, size, and vane material affects stability.
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Nocks & Inserts — We carry high-quality nocks, both standard and micro, and aluminum or carbon inserts for your arrows.
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Practice & Field Arrows — More economical arrows for training, plus colored or marked ones for field course use.
Stabilizers
A stabilizer is often an unsung hero in improving consistency. In our Stabilizers collection, we carry vibration-dampening rods, side bars, weights, and dampers.
Why Stabilizers Matter
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Balance & Front Weight — Proper stabilizer length and weight help reduce torque and steady the bow.
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Vibration Reduction — Quality dampers within stabilizer rods reduce hand shock and noise.
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Side Bars / “V-bars” — Allow adding weight to left or right sides to fine-tune balance.
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Extension Options — We carry modular systems where you can add/remove rods or weights as your tuning evolves.
Broadheads
Broadheads are critical for hunting setups. Our Broadheads collection includes fixed-blade, mechanical (expandable), chisel-tip, and hybrid designs.
What to Look For
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Fixed vs Mechanical
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Fixed-heads are simple, reliable, and often preferred for dense brush.
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Mechanical heads deploy on impact, giving a larger cutting diameter in flight.
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Cutting Diameter & Blade Count — More blades = bigger wound channel, but also more drag.
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Durability & Sharpening — We stock models made of tough steels and offer sharpening or replacement blades.
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Penetration vs Expansion — Depending on game type and range, you’ll want to balance these.
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Compatibility with Arrows & Bow Setup — Make sure your arrows and bow can safely handle the broadheads you choose.
Sights
Sights are essential for aiming precision, especially in target and 3D archery. In our Sights collection, you’ll find pin sights, scope sights, micro-adjustable models, and components like mounting hardware.
Key Considerations
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Adjustability — Windage, elevation, and sometimes depth controls.
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Pin Type — Fiber-optic, illuminated, multi-pin, single-pin, or movable single-pin.
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Mount System / Brackets — Compatibility with your riser’s dovetail or mounting system is crucial.
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Durability & Finish — We carry sights that hold zero even under recoil or rough conditions.
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Auxiliary Features — Bubble levels, magnification, flip covers, or tool-free tuning knobs.
Releases
A release (or “trigger”) is what you use to let the arrow go cleanly and consistently. Our Releases collection offers wrist-strap releases, back tension releases, thumb releases, hinge types, and accessories.
Choosing a Release
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Style / Trigger Type
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Wrist-strap releases are stable and good for consistent face-draw style.
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Finger / thumb releases work well for many modern target and hunting styles.
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Back-tension / hinge releases promote a surprise release and are good for precision shooters.
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Jaw Type & Openness — Some releases open 60°, others 90°; compatibility with loop sizes matters.
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Adjustability — Some releases allow tuning trigger sensitivity, hook travel, overtravel, etc.
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Material & Durability — Aluminum, stainless steel, or high-grade polymers; components must live through many shots.
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Mounting & Accessories — Clip systems, mounting adapters, spare parts, etc.
Apparel
Archery isn’t just about mechanics; functional apparel makes a difference. In our Apparel collection, expect performance shirts, hoodies, headgear, gloves, armguards, and more.
What We Offer & Why It Matters
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Moisture-Wicking / Technical Fabrics — To keep you cool, dry, and comfortable.
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Freedom of Movement — Tailored cuts so you don’t interfere with draw/anchor.
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Protection Gear — Armguards, finger tabs, shooting gloves — often overlooked but vital.
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Branding & Style — Texas Archery logos, camo, patterns, etc.
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Layering Options — For indoor shooting, outdoor range days, or colder months.
Archery Trainer
Under Archery Trainer, we carry training aids — things like bow simulators, training bows, form guides, and form-correction tools.
Why Training Gear Is Valuable
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Dry-Fire Simulators — Let you practice form safely without shooting arrows.
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Stretch Bands / Resistance Tools — Build strength, consistency, stability.
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Shot-Tracking Devices — For advanced archers tracking speed, draw curves, shot data.
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Target & Form Aids — Mirrors, video rigs, alignment guides.
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Use Off-Season — Keep muscle memory and form sharp even when range time is limited.
Slingshot & Other Specialty Gear
Interestingly, we also list a Slingshot collection, suggesting we carry slingshot equipment too. While slingshots differ from traditional archery, they share physics of projectile trajectory and precision. We emphasize accessories, ammo (steel/ball bearings), frames, and attachments as part of that collection.
Elk Calls & Accessories
You might notice an Elk Calls collection — yes, for bowhunters targeting big game. Supplementing your archery gear with high-quality calls helps you get closer to your quarry. We stock diaphragm calls, mouth calls, and hand calls made to complement hunting setups.
Also, across all equipment collections, we carry accessories — broadhead wrenches, wax, string silencers, peep repair kits, arrow wraps, and more.
How We “Bundle” & Support Gear Use
Here at Texas Archery, our gear-carrying philosophy is more than just stocking parts. We integrate:
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Tuning & Setup Support — Whether you buy a bow, sight, or arrows, we’ll help you set it up and tune it correctly.
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Demo / Try-Before-You-Buy — Thanks to our ranges, you can test gear before committing.
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Spare Parts & Consumables — We maintain re-supply for strings, vanes, nocks, repair parts.
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Training & Instruction — Use of training gear and lessons help you learn to get the most out of your kit.
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Upgrades & Trade-In Advice — As your skills improve, we guide choices for better components.
Choosing Gear That Fits You
Because Texas Archery cares deeply about your experience, here’s a short checklist when choosing:
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Start with your use-case: hunting, target, 3D, competition, youth, etc.
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Let our team measure you: draw length, strength, style.
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Don’t mix mismatched components: e.g. too soft arrows for a powerful bow.
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Always plan for tuning: allow for tweaks in rest, cam timing, draw stop, etc.
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Think long-term support: pick brands we can support, repair, and source parts for.
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Match accessories: broadheads, releases, sights, stabilizers — all must work together.
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Use the ranges & training: gear is only as good as your ability to use it well.
Why Shop with Texas Archery (vs generic retailers)?
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Expert Staff & Community Focus — We are archers ourselves. You’re not just buying from a warehouse; you’re getting counseling, help, and support.
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Hands-On Testing — Use our indoor and 3D ranges before deciding.
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Full-Service Pro Shop — Repairs, custom builds, servicing — we can service virtually everything we sell.
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Comprehensive Inventory — From bows and crossbows to broadheads, arrows, sights, releases, apparel, training aids, and even elk calls — we carry them.
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Local Presence & Trust — We’re not just a web store; we have a physical shop with hours, a location, and real relationships in the archery community.
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Integrated Experience — We combine gear, ranges, training, community events, and pro shooting in one place.
Conclusion & Next Steps
At Texas Archery, we take pride in offering a full suite of gear across categories — bows, crossbows, arrows, stabilizers, broadheads, sights, releases, apparel, training gear, slingshots, elk calls, and more. To explore our full catalog, visit our Collections page: Texas Archery Collections. To learn more about our shop, ranges, lessons, and events, head to Texas Archery home.
We look forward to helping you find the perfect setup, tuning it to your shooting style, and watching you grow as an archer.
Tight arrows and happy shooting!
— The Team at Texas Archery
