Bear Archery Gift Guide

It's the holiday season, which means now is the time to begin thinking about what you want to gift your favorite bowhunter(s) this season or to start a list to leave behind for a loved one to discover.

At Bear Archery we're proud to continue what Fred Bear started more than 90 years ago. The spirit, vision, and craftsmanship that Fred put into each bow remain a core component at Bear Archery today. With that said, our team is here to help you find the perfect gift!

YOUTH BOWS

Apprentice Youth Bow Set

It's never too early to share Bear with the next generation of archers. This 27” right-handed bow is perfect for children aged four to seven, featuring durable composite limbs, an 8.5-inch brace height, and a continuous draw weight up to 13.5 lbs. Its continuous draw length extends up to 24 inches, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable experience for budding archers. Available in vibrant Flo Green and Flo Orange, this bow set comes complete and ready to shoot, including finger rollers, arrow rest, and two Safetyglass™ arrows. 

Frontier RTS Youth Bow

Designed for young archers, the Frontier youth compound bow set offers a smooth, seamless performance in an easy-to-handle build. Featuring an ultra-smooth dual-cam system, it provides a controlled draw, while the lightweight construction ensures comfortable shooting. The offset string suppressor reduces noise and vibration, enhancing both accuracy and control. With a highly adjustable draw length of 14”-25” and draw weight of 15-29 lbs, the Frontier delivers a customizable fit for growing shooters. Equipped with a 3-pin sight, Whisker Biscuit rest, 2 arrows, and a 2-arrow quiver, this bow is Ready to Shoot.

Royale RTH

Perfect for young archers, this incredibly lightweight bow is fully adjustable to fit young archers for years to come. The draw weight starts at an easy-to-pull 5 lbs. and can be adjusted up to a serious 50 lbs. The draw length can also be easily adjusted from 12" to 27". The Royale compound bow comes fully equipped and ready to hunt with a Trophy Ridge Mist sight, 5-Spot quiver, Whisker Biscuit, Fletcher Archery No Tie Peep, and a nock loop. Lightweight and easy to carry, the Royale weighs only 2.7 lbs. bow only and 3.3 lbs. with the included accessories. With a super smooth draw cycle, the Royale offers a 75% let off and fires arrows at 290 feet per second. The EnduraFiber Limbs offer lethal controlled power and the RockStops offset string suppressor eliminate noise and vibration. Available in seven different colors, the Royale is a great choice for young archers growing their archery skills.

COMPOUND BOWS

Legit NXT Ready To Hunt Compound Bow

Built to adapt and offering unmatched adjustability, the Legit NXT RTH is perfect for archers prioritizing adjustability without sacrificing performance. With a wide 10-70 lb. draw weight range and 14-30" draw length, the Legit NXT RTH creates a customizable fit for a variety of shooters and skill levels. Reaching speeds up to 315 FPS, this compound bow features a smooth, controlled draw cycle engineered with a dual cam system with 75% let off. Its 30" axle-to-axle length and forgiving 6.25" brace height create a balanced platform with the maneuverability needed in tight hunting situations and the forgiveness required for consistent accuracy. This ready-to-hunt package comes fully equipped with a Trophy Ridge accessory package, including a 4-pin sight, 5 arrow quiver, stabilizer, peep sight, and D loop.

[NOTE: The purchase of the Legit NXT RTH compound bow includes a complimentary on-X Hunt® 3-month Elite Membership, providing access to a wealth of exclusive hunting resources and tools.]

Paradigm Pro Compound Bow

The next generation of industry-leading ready-to-hunt bows, the Paradigm Pro, delivers advanced features to increase reliability and performance at an unbeatable value. Reaching speeds up to 333 FPS, it is powered by an efficient DHC hybrid cam system with 80% let off. Its 33-inch axle-to-axle length and forgiving 6.5-inch brace height create a stable, confidence-inspiring platform, while the extended 27- to 32-inch draw length adds adjustability. Available in 45 to 60 or 55 to 70-pound draw weight options, it's built for dependable performance in the field. A roller cable guard reduces friction for a smoother draw cycle, while features like a shelf guard rubber insert and integrated rope attachment keep your setup quiet, efficient, and hunt ready. This ready-to-hunt package comes fully equipped with Trophy Ridge accessories, including a rail-mounted 4-pin sight, integrated Whisker Biscuit rest, 5-arrow quiver, stabilizer, peep sight, and D-loop for a complete setup right out of the box. Available in a bow only version and a ready-to-hunt setup.

Pristine RTH Compound Bow for Women

The Pristine RTH is designed specifically for women and youth archers seeking a lightweight, easy-to-handle bow without sacrificing performance. With a compact 29-inch axle-to-axle length and a forgiving 6.5-inch brace height, it offers a perfect blend of maneuverability and stability in a sleek, manageable package. Delivering speeds up to 305 feet per second, this bow provides consistent power and accuracy ideal for smaller frames. Its adjustable draw weight of 30 to 50 pounds and adjustable draw length range from 24 to 28.5 inches, combined with customizable let-off options of 80 or 85 percent, deliver a smooth draw cycle customized for your unique shooting needs. Equipped with the Trophy Ridge Ready to Hunt Package, including rest, sight, quiver, and stabilizer, this bow is ready to hunt straight out of the box. Plus, the built-in vibration-dampening string stop reduces noise and vibration for a quiet, controlled release every time. Proudly made in the USA and available online and through authorized dealers.

CROSSBOWS

Impact CDXV Crossbow with Crank

Find your target and leave your mark with the Impact CDXV from BearX. This crossbow features an incredibly narrow frame at just 8-1/8 wide when cocked and 12-1/16 uncocked. The Impact CDXV fires arrows at blazing speeds at 420 feet per second with a draw weight of 180 lbs. This ready-to-hunt crossbow package includes 3 Bear X TrueX arrows, includes a Speed Comp Scope, 4-arrow quiver, silent cocking crank, and rail lube / string wax. 

Desire XLZ Pistol Crossbow

Compact, accurate, and fun to shoot, the Desire XLZ mini crossbow delivers big performance in a small package. It’s outfitted with a break barrel cocking device for fast, effortless loading and an adjustable stock that extends up to 2.5” to enhance comfort and stability. Featuring a premium laser sight alongside open sights, it delivers pinpoint accuracy for confident, on target shooting. The 60-lb. draw weight launches bolts at speeds up to 175 FPS, and with three premium bolts included, the Desire XLZ is perfect for backyard fun, target practice, and sharpening your skills with confidence.

TRADITIONAL BOWS

Grizzly Hunter

A modern tribute to one of Fred Bears most legendary pursuits and inspired by the classic 1950's Grizzly bows, this 58-inch recurve bow blends the best of longbow and recurve performance into one smooth, confident-shooting design. The Grizzly Hunter features a sleek, refined profile and a medium, radiused grip engineered to fit comfortably in any archer's hand. Its riser is crafted from beautiful Canary wood, showcasing natural tones of brown, red, tan, and yellow that make every bow visually unique. The limbs are constructed with clear fiberglass over hard rock maple, creating a clean traditional look with dependable durability. Each bow comes equipped with a Dacron string and includes Bears classic Bear Hair Rest and leather strike plate for an authentic traditional setup. 

Au Sable

The Au Sable longbow, aptly named after Michigan's famous Au Sable River, was introduced in 2011. It's been well received by longbow enthusiasts due to its reflex/deflex design, larger sight window, full-radiused grip, and crowned, and cut-on center arrow shelf. Maple and Bamboo-core limbs make this bow smooth, quiet, and fast. The Au Sable riser is crafted from exotic Bubinga and carries an inlaid matching accent stripe. The longbow limbs consist of three layers: a maple core at the center, overlaid with two layers of bamboo and backed with high-strength fiberglass, resulting in a smooth-shooting and powerful bow. The handcrafted tips are layered with black and white fiberglass for a beautiful and timeless finish.

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