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Old 05-06-2014, 09:21 AM
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There will be a new shop opening up that will have 60+ yards indoor.
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Old 05-06-2014, 09:23 AM
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Where do you shoot Kurt?
I have a few Targets I could bring by if you want to get together and do some shooting!!
I have a 1/4 section of land north of westlock, I usually go out there every couple weeks. I haven't shot my bow out there this year yet. It's a bit of a drive, about 1-1/2hr, I usually spend 2-3 days at a time out there.
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Old 05-06-2014, 09:29 AM
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Thank you for all the comments - we are still finalizing all the details and we will update you as they happen. We can tell you that we will be located in the northwest area of the city. We are very excited to open in Edmonton and a huge thanks again for all the support.
We need a Archery Pro Shop on the southeast of Edmonton that know their bows and treat customers with respect. Lately a new archery shop opened on the Northwest of Edmonton. I Know there is a lot of people on the south side of Edmonton, Leduc and Beaumont that would welcome a real Pro Shop.

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Old 05-06-2014, 09:40 AM
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Old 05-06-2014, 09:45 AM
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We need a Archery Pro Shop on the southeast of Edmonton that know their bows and treat customers with respect. Lately a new archery shop opened on the Northwest of Edmonton. I Know there is a lot of people on the south side of Edmonton, Leduc and Beaumont that would welcome a real Pro Shop.

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Yes, this would be awesome. It seems like the archery shops are in the NW area of the city of North West of the city.
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Old 05-06-2014, 09:48 AM
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Yes, this would be awesome. It seems like the archery shops are in the NW area of the city of North West of the city.
They know where all the good archers hang their hat!!
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Old 05-06-2014, 09:51 AM
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I have a 1/4 section of land north of westlock, I usually go out there every couple weeks. I haven't shot my bow out there this year yet. It's a bit of a drive, about 1-1/2hr, I usually spend 2-3 days at a time out there.
Nice yeah a drive for sure I have just been dragging all my targets out to crown land.

My parents just bought an acreage about 10 min from my place ....I can already picture the 3d range now!!
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Nice yeah a drive for sure I have just been dragging all my targets out to crown land.

My parents just bought an acreage about 10 min from my place ....I can already picture the 3d range now!!
Sounds like I should call you for directions!
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Old 05-06-2014, 10:24 AM
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Yeah Jim sold me a few bows when he was at trophy book many moons ago.
x 2 Jim sold me my high country bow and other then sending it back to high country for a total rebuild.
Jim has been they only bow techk that ever touched my bows.
kinda saddened me a tad when I traded all my archery equipment last month
but time and age gets to us all
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Old 05-06-2014, 05:03 PM
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Nice yeah a drive for sure I have just been dragging all my targets out to crown land.

My parents just bought an acreage about 10 min from my place ....I can already picture the 3d range now!!
Parkland bowbenders. Usually there are two loops of 20 3d targets and a static range to 50 yrds.
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Old 05-06-2014, 06:12 PM
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Parkland bowbenders. Usually there are two loops of 20 3d targets and a static range to 50 yrds.
Yeah I have been looking into them looks like around 195 including the insurance.
Do they also have an indoor range?
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Old 11-26-2014, 12:16 PM
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Is the shop open now?
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Old 12-03-2014, 12:42 PM
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Bought my bow here and was very pleased with the service...
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Old 12-03-2014, 12:45 PM
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Is the shop open now?
The Edmonton shop has a "soft" opening this Saturday I just came from there looks like a most excellent setup....they have a lot to be proud of in that shop.

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Old 12-27-2014, 01:23 PM
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Where is the shop located in Edmonton? I will be there for a few days and would love to come see it.
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Old 12-27-2014, 01:40 PM
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Nice yeah a drive for sure I have just been dragging all my targets out to crown land.

My parents just bought an acreage about 10 min from my place ....I can already picture the 3d range now!!
How much are you charging the general public to shoot? lol Just kidding
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Old 12-27-2014, 04:42 PM
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Where is the shop located in Edmonton? I will be there for a few days and would love to come see it.
Just east off 156st and north of 137ave....in a new "strip mall" style building.

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Old 12-27-2014, 05:55 PM
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Wow! Went in today for the first time for a look see. Both Dave and Carson greeted us with big smiles and hellos. What a great atmosphere. Shot for an hour or so. Really good lighting. Solid backstops that made it easy to pull arrows. People joking and laughing. Saw many parents with little kids in there plus quite a few of us big kids too! Real easy to find. Great map on their website. Well done, Jim and Joe. You couldn't have picked two better representatives for JimBows Archery than Dave and Carson. Great hosts and very knowledgeable!
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Old 12-27-2014, 06:10 PM
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Wow! Went in today for the first time for a look see. Both Dave and Carson greeted us with big smiles and hellos. What a great atmosphere. Shot for an hour or so. Really good lighting. Solid backstops that made it easy to pull arrows. People joking and laughing. Saw many parents with little kids in there plus quite a few of us big kids too! Real easy to find. Great map on their website. Well done, Jim and Joe. You couldn't have picked two better representatives for JimBows Archery than Dave and Carson. Great hosts and very knowledgeable!
Darn! me and my missus went there today too, we went a bit late though and missed you guys! Next time!

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Old 12-27-2014, 06:18 PM
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Oh, I'm pretty sure there will be a next time. That's a fun place. Are you going to join their target league? We'll give you a shout next time before we go.
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Old 12-27-2014, 06:24 PM
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Oh, I'm pretty sure there will be a next time. That's a fun place. Are you going to join their target league? We'll give you a shout next time before we go.
We are thinking about it, should be a fun way to keep the winter cobwebs off

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Old 12-28-2014, 07:52 PM
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I received my first bow from my family for Christmas set it up and shot it a bit in the basement (10yds)
Went to Jim bows an shot it there today at both 10 and 20yards. Carson was excited and extremely pleasant to deal with
Gave me a few beginners tips and things to try. The place was clean bright and had a welcoming environment. I will be going back and shooting there regularly
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Old 12-28-2014, 09:15 PM
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The shop is great, lanes are spacious and lighting good. I am willing to bet that after the ata show the shop will be in full swing and set up with inventory like calgary. Good to see Carson and Dave running the shop and know it will be a hit. I am sure glad we have the selection and quality of shops we do in alberta, I am currently in vancouver and heading to Kelowna shortly and there is a severe lack of ranges at both cities. Went to one range in Van and was told no room to shoot due to 4 people booked a fun shoot. Was quite surprised at the lack of ranges in BC.
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Old 12-28-2014, 09:32 PM
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How many lanes are open there, and what are the ranges?
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Old 12-28-2014, 09:59 PM
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How many lanes are open there, and what are the ranges?
10 & 20 yards and probably 20+ people can shoot at same time

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Old 12-28-2014, 10:11 PM
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10 & 20 yards and probably 20+ people can shoot at same time

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Thanks LC.

Was kinda hoping to see a 40-60yd indoor range for the winter
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Old 12-28-2014, 10:14 PM
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Thanks LC.

Was kinda hoping to see a 40-60yd indoor range for the winter
Only one I know of that hits 40 yards is CAC down south, my wife riding barn I can get 60 yards in

I need a few more 3d targets though to make a course.

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Only one I know of that hits 40 yards is CAC down south, my wife riding barn I can get 60 yards in

I need a few more 3d targets though to make a course.

LC
Maybe we can work out a deal.
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Old 12-29-2014, 12:30 AM
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You can get 40yrds in red deer corner to corner. Back wall is 35 yrds.
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Old 12-29-2014, 07:31 AM
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You can get 40yrds in red deer corner to corner. Back wall is 35 yrds.
That's decent! I have never shot there just popped in to check it out.

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