Thinking about a River Runner Recurve from Chad Holm. Could I see some pix, here some opinions? KYArcher
They are great bows , awesome shooting & looking. Chad is a good guy, I know several guys who have his bows , they are really happy.
Thanks Bigriver. Keep it coming Gangers. KY
I have no pictures but, It was my go to bow for this past season. Mine is a real plain Jane with black glass. Specs are 43# @ 28 60" I draw 29". This bow at that weight out performs other bows that I have that are 5-7 pounds heavier, using the same arrows. Chad is a real nice guy to talk to and will go out of his way to help or answer any question. His prices are in line also. A true craftsman.
Thanks Ron W KY
I have had a 60" 50lbs River Runner since March. It has Chad's kodiak style grip one it. I have shot bows that cost twice as much, that in my opinion dont shoot near as nice as Chads
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Thanks Minn. your Bow is a Real Beauty! Love that I-Beam. KY
Giving up the longbows or just looking for something new?
Nice looking bows!!
No not giving up the Longbows Scott just thinking of a 50's style curve. You still shoot'n that Widow? KY
I have been shooting trad bows for over 40 years, but they all belonged to other archers before I owned them. Last summer, after talking to Chad at the Iowa Traditional Shoot, I decided to have Chad make me my first ever "made for me" bow. I wanted darker colors in the woods, so I chose a darker bocote riser with a little Indian rosewood in it. The limbs are darker bamboo with curly koa veneers and clear glass. The bow came out great! But the best part is the performance! I have owned and shot a lot of fine bows over the years and can say Chad's River Runner performs with the best of them. The River Runner design is a real shooter! I have some pics of mine on the Highlights 2010 thread under "Iowa Halloween Buck".
Thanks Pickngrin... Hey went over to Highlights 2010, Congrats on a Fine Buck,and thats an Good Look'n Bow! KYArcher
Yep! Had Toby put some rattler skins on it last year.
Scott I bet that looks good! You and your family have a Merry Christmas. Scott
Awesome bows in every way and Chad is super to deal with.
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Nice Pitbull! Is that brown glass on your limbs? KY
The glass is clear over walnut lams. My buddy is hunting with that bow right now or I would take some better pics for you.
Sorry it was hard to tell at that angle, I bet that walnut looks good! KY
One of the smoothest and quietest recurves I have ever shot!
If his recurves are anything like his Osprey... silk, pure silk.
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You a Longbow Man now Doug? Thats a sweet looking bow. KY
Stubby, thats Curly Cherry limbs and a Bocote risor. Guess I'm a Longbow man now. And their sweet shootin bows.
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I do not currently own one of Chads bows I have met him and have shot his bows they are excellent. And Chad seems like a very nice gentlemen. I thought his recurve was excellent, I am kicking myself for not buying the one I shot this summer -- very smooth, stable, quiet,accurate, with plenty of performance. I will have one by next summer!!! Good Luck Jerry.
Great Pics, I'm too close to Chads shop, I think I'm gonna make a stop on my way home from X Mas at the In Laws..
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My son shoots an Osprey, and I shoot a River Runner. Both great bows made by a good guy. As sweet as it is to shoot, it does shoot arrows high. I have missed a few shots this fall and I know I am perfect, so it must be the bow!! :biglaugh:
Thanks for the pix and info guys! KY
Chad is an excellent craftsman.
I didnt notice you shooting high so much Marc. I thought it was more all over the place.
Chad is a great guy that makes a fine bow.
Thanks fellas. Appreciate the nice words. Chad