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Title: Happy Birthday TBM!
Post by: Wary Buck on August 20, 2009, 01:29:00 PM
Hope I didn't overlook a similar thread, but...

Impossible for me to believe that TBM is 20 years old with the issue I received yesterday!  A friend showed me the first issue, I got a copy at the book store, and then subscribed and have every single issue.

Enjoyed the interview Don did with TJ/Larry and would love even more details as to the leap of faith they took in providing the magazine that so many of us treasure.

I recall the first issues just providing such a mind-boggling array of advertisers of products I couldn't find anywhere else.  I switched to traditional bows in the fall of 1988 so my own conversion corresponded pretty close with the magazine's development and there is no doubt that TBM provided a lot of information and motivation over the years.  

I would just like to thank TJ Conrads and Larry Fischer and their supporting cast for investing their time and money into the venture; I enjoy every single issue.
Title: Re: Happy Birthday TBM!
Post by: Russ Clagett on August 20, 2009, 02:18:00 PM
Absolutely!

As a new trad shooter/bowhunter (back in 05) serving a tour in Afghanistan, TJ and Robin sent me back issues, and even peanut brittle! (that didn't last long once the guys saw it)

Excellent people, excellent magazine.....I look forward to each new one.
Title: Re: Happy Birthday TBM!
Post by: BMN on August 20, 2009, 02:28:00 PM
Of all the magazines I receive on a regular basis, TBM is still top of the list. Happy Birthday! and many more!
Title: Re: Happy Birthday TBM!
Post by: Benny Nganabbarru on August 20, 2009, 04:56:00 PM
:clapper:
Title: Re: Happy Birthday TBM!
Post by: celticknot on August 20, 2009, 04:57:00 PM
Man am I glad you were born or I would be bored.
Title: Re: Happy Birthday TBM!
Post by: Craig Schoneberg on August 20, 2009, 08:03:00 PM
Darn it Bryce.  I haven't got my copy yet - it just isn't fair!  I had all mine bound 2 years ago - glad I did it.
Craig
Title: Re: Happy Birthday TBM!
Post by: Weasel on August 20, 2009, 09:23:00 PM
It's been 20 years since I sold them my very first magazine cover?? Holy crap, where has the time gone??

Congrats to them for lasting through good economic times and bad.

Jerry
Title: Re: Happy Birthday TBM!
Post by: Covey on August 20, 2009, 09:37:00 PM
Awesome magazine!look forward to every issue and read it from front to back! havent received mine yet so don't go give'n any details HA!! Jason
Title: Re: Happy Birthday TBM!
Post by: BrianH on August 20, 2009, 09:56:00 PM
I first discovered TBM in 92, while serving in the USMC.  Been a dedicated subscriber ever since.  No other magazine even comes close.  Congrats.
Title: Re: Happy Birthday TBM!
Post by: Steve O on August 20, 2009, 10:22:00 PM
I bought the premier issue as a sophomore in college.  Got it at a 7-11 down the street from a gun range I was sighting my rifle in at...been hooked ever since!

Thanks to T.J, Robin, Larry, and all the contributors over the years   :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Happy Birthday TBM!
Post by: jcar315 on August 20, 2009, 11:13:00 PM
Congrats and thank you too! An absolutely great magazine and I have to credit TBM for inspiring me on my traditional journey. Thanks!!!
Title: Re: Happy Birthday TBM!
Post by: todd smith on August 20, 2009, 11:38:00 PM
Yep, 20 years is quite an accomplishment.  Congratulations to all!  todd
Title: Re: Happy Birthday TBM!
Post by: Guru on August 21, 2009, 06:13:00 AM
20 yrs of fine writing and beautiful pictures and artwork...best magazine out there bar none....look forward to every issue!
Title: Re: Happy Birthday TBM!
Post by: IndianaBowman on August 21, 2009, 08:00:00 AM
Congratulations Larry, TJ, Robin, and others! A work to be proud of. You have made a mark in this world!

Thank you!
Title: Re: Happy Birthday TBM!
Post by: d. ward on August 21, 2009, 09:23:00 AM
OUTSTANDING one of the best archery magazines ever.I have every copy and doubles of most.I saved them all for my grandkidds to read they love em.bd
Title: Re: Happy Birthday TBM!
Post by: doctari on August 21, 2009, 12:44:00 PM
Happy Twentieth Anniversary Traditional Bowhunter Magazine! I look forward to every issue, I am currently reading Monty Brownings Grub stake hunt in the Anniversary issue, he sure knows how to put the reader with him on his hunt. To all that put this magazine together congrads and great work. Keep it up, Mark  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Happy Birthday TBM!
Post by: Red Beastmaster on August 21, 2009, 02:30:00 PM
I was a charter subscriber and have enjoyed every issue since the beginning.

Congrats TBM!
Title: Re: Happy Birthday TBM!
Post by: Rooselk on August 21, 2009, 02:39:00 PM
I received the 20th anniversary issue in the mail just yesterday. Congrats to TBM. Here's to the next 20 and beyond.