Tips for an Excalibur Crossbow Target

Many styles of archery targets work well with the Excalibur line of crossbows. Tips for Excalibur crossbow targets cover available retail targets, the possibility of homemade crossbow targets, crossbow target setup and crossbow target safety. According to Excalibur, crossbow ranges differ according to arrow style and crossbow velocity. Target range will vary according to crossbow firing speed and the arrow's feet-per-second (fps) speed.

  1. Retail Crossbow Targets

    • Consumers seeking crossbow targets will find a variety of specialty archery targets in retail and online stores. Archery targets often advertise an arrow fps limit. Ensure your arrow choice works with the crossbow target prior to purchase. A crossbow target with a 300 fps limit may prove unsafe if used with a 350 fps arrow. Always double check the maximum arrow fps allowed before purchasing a retail crossbow target for Excalibur crossbow target practice.

    Making a Crossbow Target

    • Many Excalibur crossbow owners build targets from readily available materials. Never build a target without first consulting an authorized Excalibur retailer to find out the limits of homemade crossbow targets. Traditional archery targets required little more than a bale of hay or straw and an easily replaceable target. New crossbow technology may fire arrows faster than a traditional archery target can sustain. Quality high-density foam materials often provide better stopping power for modern crossbow target practice.

    Crossbow Target Setup

    • According to the professional archers at ArcheryWeb.com, archers must practice safe crossbow target setup. The base of a hill or a small rise in the ground offers the best backdrop for archery target practice. Always ensure that you have a wide area, roughly 10 yards to either side of the target, so there is a safety zone in case of stray arrow flight to the side. Targets lacking the backdrop of a hillside or rise in the ground also need a 20-yard safety zone behind the target base.

    Crossbow Target Safety

    • Both Excalibur and ArcheryWeb offer sound advice for crossbow target practice. Never point a loaded crossbow at something unintended for target practice. Never shoot straight up, as a falling arrow may seriously injure people. Always check arrows for signs of cracks or fatigue. A damaged arrow could injure a shooter or leave the intended target area at an awkward or dangerous angle. Allow trained professionals to inspect crossbow equipment regularly to ensure safety and security.