Title: Inside RER Bows
Post by: Whip on January 24, 2009, 09:26:00 PM
Post by: Whip on January 24, 2009, 09:26:00 PM
I visited with Kevin and Sue TerMaat Thursday and Friday to pick up some inventory to take to the Kalamazoo expo next weekend. Thought some of you might enjoy a little preview of what I will be bringing and a look at where the bows are born.....
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y80/Jlasch/RER%20Bows/NMDeer2008179.jpg)
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y80/Jlasch/RER%20Bows/NMDeer2008167-1.jpg)
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y80/Jlasch/RER%20Bows/NMDeer2008154-1.jpg)
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y80/Jlasch/RER%20Bows/NMDeer2008155-1.jpg)
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y80/Jlasch/RER%20Bows/NMDeer2008157-1.jpg)
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y80/Jlasch/RER%20Bows/NMDeer2008179.jpg)
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y80/Jlasch/RER%20Bows/NMDeer2008167-1.jpg)
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y80/Jlasch/RER%20Bows/NMDeer2008154-1.jpg)
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y80/Jlasch/RER%20Bows/NMDeer2008155-1.jpg)
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y80/Jlasch/RER%20Bows/NMDeer2008157-1.jpg)
Title: Re: Inside RER Bows
Post by: Whip on January 24, 2009, 09:32:00 PM
Post by: Whip on January 24, 2009, 09:32:00 PM
Besides the finished bows, there are plenty of others in various stages of completion.
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y80/Jlasch/RER%20Bows/NMDeer2008145-1-1.jpg)
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y80/Jlasch/RER%20Bows/NMDeer2008153-1.jpg)
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y80/Jlasch/RER%20Bows/NMDeer2008160.jpg)
And plenty of raw materials for those to follow.
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y80/Jlasch/RER%20Bows/NMDeer2008149-1.jpg)
Kevin much prefers building bows, but this is the "business office"
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y80/Jlasch/RER%20Bows/NMDeer2008173-1.jpg)
Austins string making operation:
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y80/Jlasch/RER%20Bows/NMDeer2008152-1.jpg)
And Kevin puts them through their paces before they go out the door....
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y80/Jlasch/RER%20Bows/NMDeer2008174-1.jpg)
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y80/Jlasch/RER%20Bows/NMDeer2008145-1-1.jpg)
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y80/Jlasch/RER%20Bows/NMDeer2008153-1.jpg)
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y80/Jlasch/RER%20Bows/NMDeer2008160.jpg)
And plenty of raw materials for those to follow.
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y80/Jlasch/RER%20Bows/NMDeer2008149-1.jpg)
Kevin much prefers building bows, but this is the "business office"
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y80/Jlasch/RER%20Bows/NMDeer2008173-1.jpg)
Austins string making operation:
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y80/Jlasch/RER%20Bows/NMDeer2008152-1.jpg)
And Kevin puts them through their paces before they go out the door....
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y80/Jlasch/RER%20Bows/NMDeer2008174-1.jpg)
Title: Re: Inside RER Bows
Post by: Whip on January 24, 2009, 09:35:00 PM
Post by: Whip on January 24, 2009, 09:35:00 PM
We ended up picking out 19 bows that will make the trip to Michigan. XR's and LX's dominate the line up, but there will be Arroyo's, Vortex's, and standard recurves, as well.
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y80/Jlasch/RER%20Bows/NMDeer2008175-1.jpg)
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y80/Jlasch/RER%20Bows/NMDeer2008176-1.jpg)
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y80/Jlasch/RER%20Bows/NMDeer2008175-1.jpg)
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y80/Jlasch/RER%20Bows/NMDeer2008176-1.jpg)
Title: Re: Inside RER Bows
Post by: Steelhead on January 24, 2009, 09:36:00 PM
Post by: Steelhead on January 24, 2009, 09:36:00 PM
Beautiful stash of bows.Will have to check em out if I make it.Those osage one piece curves look like they are gonna be nice.Looks like Osage anyway?Good post
Title: Re: Inside RER Bows
Post by: Whip on January 24, 2009, 09:39:00 PM
Post by: Whip on January 24, 2009, 09:39:00 PM
After leaving RER on Friday I headed east to visit Jeff Aulik of Gray Wolf Woolens. I have a bunch of vests, camp shirts, and hats, as well as a good assortment of the rest of his custom made Outfitter line of wool clothing.
Look for RER and Gray Wolf in the Prairie Traditions booth with the rest of our line up of products. Sure am looking forward to this show!
Look for RER and Gray Wolf in the Prairie Traditions booth with the rest of our line up of products. Sure am looking forward to this show!
Title: Re: Inside RER Bows
Post by: Steve O on January 24, 2009, 09:43:00 PM
Post by: Steve O on January 24, 2009, 09:43:00 PM
Isn't it blashphemy to have a St. Louis beverage in Wi? Make mine a PBR! :biglaugh:
Don't foget my stove package and goodies...
Don't foget my stove package and goodies...
Title: Re: Inside RER Bows
Post by: vermonster13 on January 24, 2009, 09:45:00 PM
Post by: vermonster13 on January 24, 2009, 09:45:00 PM
You're having to much fun Joe. I'm jealous. lol
Title: Re: Inside RER Bows
Post by: wihill on January 24, 2009, 09:54:00 PM
Post by: wihill on January 24, 2009, 09:54:00 PM
Kevin, Sue and their family are some of the nicest people I've had the oppertunaty to meet. Anyone in WI with the desire to try out an RER owes it to themselves to visit Kevin and Sue at the "factory" to see exactly what a traditional family is all about.
Make sure to give them a call first, though.
Great family, and fantastic bows.
:thumbsup: :campfire:
Make sure to give them a call first, though.
Great family, and fantastic bows.
:thumbsup: :campfire:
Title: Re: Inside RER Bows
Post by: d. ward on January 24, 2009, 10:16:00 PM
Post by: d. ward on January 24, 2009, 10:16:00 PM
Outstanding those are some beautiful bows.bd
Title: Re: Inside RER Bows
Post by: flint kemper on January 24, 2009, 10:29:00 PM
Post by: flint kemper on January 24, 2009, 10:29:00 PM
Joe, look forward to meeting you and looking all of your goodies over. Flint
Title: Re: Inside RER Bows
Post by: Benny Nganabbarru on January 24, 2009, 11:42:00 PM
Post by: Benny Nganabbarru on January 24, 2009, 11:42:00 PM
Nice!
Title: Re: Inside RER Bows
Post by: Chris Surtees on January 24, 2009, 11:53:00 PM
Post by: Chris Surtees on January 24, 2009, 11:53:00 PM
Thanks for sharing Joe...looks like RER and Gray Wolf will be well represented.
Love them Osage bows ;)
Love them Osage bows ;)
Title: Re: Inside RER Bows
Post by: tippit on January 25, 2009, 07:17:00 AM
Post by: tippit on January 25, 2009, 07:17:00 AM
Joe, Looks like you're not missing coat & tie bankin' !["[dntthnk]"]("graemlins/dntthnk.gif" "\"\"")
What's that real skinny camo dipped riser 1pc? Doc
What's that real skinny camo dipped riser 1pc? Doc
Title: Re: Inside RER Bows
Post by: Whip on January 25, 2009, 07:39:00 AM
Post by: Whip on January 25, 2009, 07:39:00 AM
That's a 62" Vortex, 50# @ 28". Would you like a close up? :D
Title: Re: Inside RER Bows
Post by: bbassi on January 25, 2009, 08:32:00 AM
Post by: bbassi on January 25, 2009, 08:32:00 AM
Pretty bows, but as usual - I ONLY SEE ONE LEFTY! :banghead:
Come on Whip, we make up a little over 10% of the population. Going to a show with one lefty for folks to try is just plain cruel. Especially if you sell the only one you brought in the first hour like happens so often at these shows. Geesh... :)
Come on Whip, we make up a little over 10% of the population. Going to a show with one lefty for folks to try is just plain cruel. Especially if you sell the only one you brought in the first hour like happens so often at these shows. Geesh... :)
Title: Re: Inside RER Bows
Post by: Guru on January 25, 2009, 08:36:00 AM
Post by: Guru on January 25, 2009, 08:36:00 AM
Joe, They are really great looking bows. I was checkin' out Shawn's 2 last weekend. Both very impressive shooters and lookers.....But being a lefty,couldn't shoot either.
Maybe one of these days I'll get to check one out.
Sure wish I was headed to K-zoo......
Maybe one of these days I'll get to check one out.
Sure wish I was headed to K-zoo......
Title: Re: Inside RER Bows
Post by: vtmtnman on January 25, 2009, 08:39:00 AM
Post by: vtmtnman on January 25, 2009, 08:39:00 AM
Fourth pic down,six horizontal bows down....Looks like it's dangerously straining the bow rack....
Prbably should ship that one to me stat!You feel better knowing you saved that bow rack and all those beautiful bows from falling. :archer: :D :D :D :D
Prbably should ship that one to me stat!You feel better knowing you saved that bow rack and all those beautiful bows from falling. :archer: :D :D :D :D
Title: Re: Inside RER Bows
Post by: Whip on January 25, 2009, 08:49:00 AM
Post by: Whip on January 25, 2009, 08:49:00 AM
Brent, actually I have three lefties that are going to be making the trip. An XR, an LS, and a standard recurve. 15% of the total - you guys are well represented! ;)
vtmtnman, I think that is the second one from the right of the ones laying on the pool table waiting to be wrapped up. Should I get it boxed up? ;)
vtmtnman, I think that is the second one from the right of the ones laying on the pool table waiting to be wrapped up. Should I get it boxed up? ;)
Title: Re: Inside RER Bows
Post by: Keefer on January 25, 2009, 09:05:00 AM
Post by: Keefer on January 25, 2009, 09:05:00 AM
Joe, Thanks for letting us tour the RER shop and a special Thanks to Kevin and Sue for showing us the eye candy...When our adoption is complete and we get some bills cought up on I would want one of those Arroyo's in the mid 40's pound range and about 60/62 " long...I keep checking out thier website and the Bocote and Zircote is my favorite flavor untill I saw the Osage ones you just posted...It will be a hard decision on what woods to get that's for sure ...Do they have a cataloge or do you just order them from thier website? I really like the riser design on the Arroyo and the shelf really sets them off...Thanks for the pics again Joe...God Bless, Keefers <")))><
Title: Re: Inside RER Bows
Post by: Whip on January 25, 2009, 09:26:00 AM
Post by: Whip on January 25, 2009, 09:26:00 AM
The website is the place to browse. The Arroyo does have some beautiful classic lines, and what a shooter! For in stock bows you can contact me, and for custom orders you can call them directly. Always best to talk directly with Kevin so he knows exactly what you would like. I sure appreciate it though if you mention I sent you their way! ;)
Title: Re: Inside RER Bows
Post by: SERGIO VENNERI on January 25, 2009, 09:30:00 AM
Post by: SERGIO VENNERI on January 25, 2009, 09:30:00 AM
Thanks for a great walk thru!! would really like to try/own one some day soon. Once again ...a big thanks.
Title: Re: Inside RER Bows
Post by: billy shipp on January 25, 2009, 10:22:00 AM
Post by: billy shipp on January 25, 2009, 10:22:00 AM
Joe.....in the first pic of the bows hanging horizontal, what are the woods in the 4th bow from the top....looks like Osage and something else.....can I get a closeup?
Thanks, Billy
Thanks, Billy
Title: Re: Inside RER Bows
Post by: owlbait on January 25, 2009, 10:52:00 AM
Post by: owlbait on January 25, 2009, 10:52:00 AM
Just took a RER in trade and I'm impressed with it. Bow was built in 2004 and shoots great. Now I can't wait to see the new ones up close too. Glad I get to go to K-ZOO.
Title: Re: Inside RER Bows
Post by: Whip on January 25, 2009, 10:57:00 AM
Post by: Whip on January 25, 2009, 10:57:00 AM
Billy, I don't have that bow here and I don't see it on the in stock list, so might either be a customers custom order or a personal bow. I tried to zoom my picture but lost detail. I'll have to check with Kevin and see what it is made of.
Title: Re: Inside RER Bows
Post by: whitebuffalo on January 25, 2009, 11:00:00 AM
Post by: whitebuffalo on January 25, 2009, 11:00:00 AM
Very nice bows,,Had a little river,,clean and quick that bow was,,Took a couple deer with it. Very nice folks too,,JB
Title: Re: Inside RER Bows
Post by: sticshooter on January 25, 2009, 11:17:00 AM
Post by: sticshooter on January 25, 2009, 11:17:00 AM
Hey Whip ya know the first time I drove down there driveway and came upon there cabin. I thought I was at Cabelas. :thumbsup: <><
Title: Re: Inside RER Bows
Post by: billy shipp on January 25, 2009, 11:26:00 AM
Post by: billy shipp on January 25, 2009, 11:26:00 AM
Joe,
Thanks for the reply. I emailed Kevin about the bow in question.
Billy
Thanks for the reply. I emailed Kevin about the bow in question.
Billy
Title: Re: Inside RER Bows
Post by: DV of WI on January 25, 2009, 11:27:00 AM
Post by: DV of WI on January 25, 2009, 11:27:00 AM
Not only is Kevin a great bow craftsman. Look at the first pic and the log home, pretty good story behind that and another testimony to his ability as a craftsman.
Title: Re: Inside RER Bows
Post by: Whip on January 25, 2009, 11:47:00 AM
Post by: Whip on January 25, 2009, 11:47:00 AM
You're sure right about the story behind the home. This was not a case of picking out a plan and hiring a contractor. All logs cut from family land, draw knife and sanded themselves. The work they put into that home is amazing, and like you say, says volumes about the craftsmanship that shines through everything Kevin touches.
It might not be quite the size of a Cabela's Frank, but it sure has better stuff inside! ;)
It might not be quite the size of a Cabela's Frank, but it sure has better stuff inside! ;)
Title: Re: Inside RER Bows
Post by: wisconsin wood butcher on January 25, 2009, 12:05:00 PM
Post by: wisconsin wood butcher on January 25, 2009, 12:05:00 PM
thanks for the pics. RER bows look inviting
SO many bows so little money
SO many bows so little money
Title: Re: Inside RER Bows
Post by: vtmtnman on January 25, 2009, 12:57:00 PM
Post by: vtmtnman on January 25, 2009, 12:57:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by Whip:Opps,I meant third pic....Looks like a Bear TD with the carbon fiber limbs.
Brent, actually I have three lefties that are going to be making the trip. An XR, an LS, and a standard recurve. 15% of the total - you guys are well represented! ;)
vtmtnman, I think that is the second one from the right of the ones laying on the pool table waiting to be wrapped up. Should I get it boxed up? ;)
Boxed up....yeah I wish....10 bucks a month for the rest of my life sound ok... :readit: :( :banghead:
Title: Re: Inside RER Bows
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 25, 2009, 01:02:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 25, 2009, 01:02:00 PM
Awesome bows, I want a Arroyo 58"s and around 51-53#s at 28. I own three now, but want another. Shawn
Title: Re: Inside RER Bows
Post by: Whip on January 25, 2009, 01:11:00 PM
Post by: Whip on January 25, 2009, 01:11:00 PM
vtmtnman, those are limbs for a Bear takedown on a metal riser. Kevin builds replacement #2 limbs for the Bear takedowns. That set has a Cocobolo wedge with red elm cores.
Title: Re: Inside RER Bows
Post by: Boom Stick on January 25, 2009, 01:29:00 PM
Post by: Boom Stick on January 25, 2009, 01:29:00 PM
I wrote Kevin to tell him I wouldn't be buying another bow from him.
That I love my LX so much, I don't think I'll ever want another bow!
That I love my LX so much, I don't think I'll ever want another bow!
Title: Re: Inside RER Bows
Post by: KYArcher on January 25, 2009, 01:49:00 PM
Post by: KYArcher on January 25, 2009, 01:49:00 PM
Those RER's are awsome bows, real beauties! Got a Vortex in a trade a while back, and what a fine bow. Took my last doe of the season with it last Sun. eve, first time I took it to the woods!
KY :archer:
KY :archer:
Title: Re: Inside RER Bows
Post by: sticshooter on January 25, 2009, 02:44:00 PM
Post by: sticshooter on January 25, 2009, 02:44:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by Whip:Yeah cabelas don't have none of Sues cooking! :thumbsup: :notworthy: <><
It might not be quite the size of a Cabela's Frank, but it sure has better stuff inside! ;)
Title: Re: Inside RER Bows
Post by: Hot Hap on January 25, 2009, 04:56:00 PM
Post by: Hot Hap on January 25, 2009, 04:56:00 PM
I wish you guys would quit, I might have to look into an LXR combo. Hap
Title: Re: Inside RER Bows
Post by: 16 gauge on January 26, 2009, 07:39:00 AM
Post by: 16 gauge on January 26, 2009, 07:39:00 AM
Whip, thanks for the show. Great people making Great bows.
Title: Re: Inside RER Bows
Post by: Tim Fishell on January 26, 2009, 08:56:00 AM
Post by: Tim Fishell on January 26, 2009, 08:56:00 AM
Man I cant wait for this weekend to finally get to try one of these!!! I was kicking my self in the butt for not trying one out at Comptons!! :knothead:
Title: Re: Inside RER Bows
Post by: Gaff on January 26, 2009, 09:40:00 AM
Post by: Gaff on January 26, 2009, 09:40:00 AM
i shot shauns arroyo, and his xr t/d yesterday. all i can say is WOW. i will be callin ya whip. i would like to see about an in-stock bow.
does rer offer a grey actionwood? i have always been partial to the "plain jane" type look of the grey.
i'll say one thing, i've never shot a faster bow than those yesterday. and the 54" arroyo w/ those static tips is as smooth as butter...
gaff
does rer offer a grey actionwood? i have always been partial to the "plain jane" type look of the grey.
i'll say one thing, i've never shot a faster bow than those yesterday. and the 54" arroyo w/ those static tips is as smooth as butter...
gaff
Title: Re: Inside RER Bows
Post by: mnbwhtr on January 26, 2009, 12:18:00 PM
Post by: mnbwhtr on January 26, 2009, 12:18:00 PM
I've got a pr of the Bear T/D limbs Kevin makes and they shoot great! Smoother and quicker then any of the Bear limbs I've owned.
Title: Re: Inside RER Bows
Post by: maxwell on January 26, 2009, 12:29:00 PM
Post by: maxwell on January 26, 2009, 12:29:00 PM
Amen Brent, on the other hand I have four of their TD recurves if you ever want to try one let me know. They really are nice bows.
Bill
Bill
Title: Re: Inside RER Bows
Post by: Larry Surtees on January 26, 2009, 03:13:00 PM
Post by: Larry Surtees on January 26, 2009, 03:13:00 PM
Someone earlier asked about the Osage bows shown. I just posted these on "Keefer" thread.
Since I am an Osage fan, here is a father and son Arroyo combo still in the works with those 2 great folks "Kevin and Sue":
Right one is all Osage and Left one is Osage and Waterfall Bubinga.
(http://i244.photobucket.com/albums/gg20/lsurtees/arroya1.jpg)
(http://i244.photobucket.com/albums/gg20/lsurtees/arroya2.jpg)
(http://i244.photobucket.com/albums/gg20/lsurtees/arroya3.jpg)
Since I am an Osage fan, here is a father and son Arroyo combo still in the works with those 2 great folks "Kevin and Sue":
Right one is all Osage and Left one is Osage and Waterfall Bubinga.
(http://i244.photobucket.com/albums/gg20/lsurtees/arroya1.jpg)
(http://i244.photobucket.com/albums/gg20/lsurtees/arroya2.jpg)
(http://i244.photobucket.com/albums/gg20/lsurtees/arroya3.jpg)
Title: Re: Inside RER Bows
Post by: Str8Shooter on January 26, 2009, 03:30:00 PM
Post by: Str8Shooter on January 26, 2009, 03:30:00 PM
Yes, Kevin and Sue (and the rest of the family) are great people. My wife and I went up there a few years back. It looks like they've grown the outfit a bit.
The RER bows just get better and better. I saw several of them at the WI Bunny Romp. The fit and finish, and cosmetic accents are just awesome. And, they shoot like they look.
Great bows, better people.
Chris
The RER bows just get better and better. I saw several of them at the WI Bunny Romp. The fit and finish, and cosmetic accents are just awesome. And, they shoot like they look.
Great bows, better people.
Chris
Title: Re: Inside RER Bows
Post by: Whip on January 26, 2009, 03:46:00 PM
Post by: Whip on January 26, 2009, 03:46:00 PM
gaffey-27, Might have to put together a custom order - closest thing in stock in the Arroyo is a 60" with Camo Actionwood.
There is a beautiful grey Dymondwood 64" LX in stock though if that would work! 55# @ 28".
Larry, that is one beautiful pair of bows there! Wait until you see them in person - they just glow!
There is a beautiful grey Dymondwood 64" LX in stock though if that would work! 55# @ 28".
Larry, that is one beautiful pair of bows there! Wait until you see them in person - they just glow!
Title: Re: Inside RER Bows
Post by: Bucksnort101 on January 26, 2009, 10:56:00 PM
Post by: Bucksnort101 on January 26, 2009, 10:56:00 PM
Great looking bows. Kevin just gave me an estimated time on the delivery of my LXR, now if I just need to keep from changing my mind on wood combos;)