BSNArchery Net

I know that sometimes people misuse a product outside of its limitations and then they get on here and mislead prospective buyers by evaluating the product based on its inability to perform outside of the tolerances of its limitations or intended use. That aint cool. So, to the folks who say their arrows went through this material, I have to question whether or not they realize that this material is for arrows, not bullets, and maybe not an arrow that uses an explosive as a propellant, which they would have to be using in order to get any penetration through this material. In my trials conducted outside on my lawn just now - firing 400 spine (skinny shaft), pointy target/field tipped carbon arrows from a fully drawn 30 lb recurve bow, at only ten paces - not a single arrow so much as pierced the material. Rather, EVERY arrow hit the net with a dull thud, slightly creased the material, then smartly fell in the grass, the crease laughing as it straightened under the weight of the material. Honest to goodness, this net has stopping power like no material I have seen. It must be a combination of the material and the weave pattern, distributing impact force throughout the net on contact, because nothing else explains why I couldn't get a single arrow to so much as poke a hole in the net (both folded in half AND single ply). And, believe me, at the risk of putting a hole in it (there wasn't a risk, it turns out, because it is just that strong), I tried intently to get the arrow to penetrate the net. It wouldn't. It couldn't. Like I said, ten paces, fully drawn, skinny shaft carbon arrow with a pointy steel tip. No penetration. Now, to put this into perspective with regard to the stopping power of this net, I fire these very same arrows and tips with the very same bow, at the same full draw, from 40 paces (yards/meters) away, into a 2 inch thick, dense foam rubber target board made specifically for archery. At this distance, these 33 inch carbon arrows penetrate the foam by 10 - 14 inches, and it takes about 20 - 30 lbs of pulling force to withdraw them from this foam, it's just that dense. Actually, I'd say it's a terrible material to use for archery because arrow retrieval is so difficult and, pulling 24 arrows from this material is not just a bear, it's like wrestling with one. I'm 75 inches tall, weighing 205 lbs, muscular athletic build, active duty military. And so when I say that these arrows penetrate dense foam rubber from this distance, and at such a penetrating depth that I have extreme difficulty retrieving them, you had better believe that I am shooting strong, sharp, quality arrows with a quality bow at this target board .....and, therefore, at this net. Yet no penetration whatsoever of the net at just ten paces away. And so I say all of that to say this.....whoever is claiming that their arrows are penetrating and passing through their net is either lying, using gun powder in some kind of arrow-firing contraption, or they were sent an inferior knockoff product from a different company. All I know is the BSN archery net I received is of the highest quality, doing absolutely what they say it will, and more. Like I said, 0 penetration. 0, and, therefore, worth every penny I spent on it. No more searching for stray arrows in the woods behind my house. The only negative I found is that, common with several other reviewers, my net also arrived with dust/dirt on it, likely from the surface of whatever table or floor on which they folded it for packaging. I didn't knock it for this; it wipes off easily, the the fold was good and uniform, and the quality was/is exceptional - no fraying, tears, or defects. I'm more than pleased and, if you receive an authentic version, in any size, I am sure you will be also. I would recommend this purchase to anyone buying it for its intended use. Again, I cant see anyone's arrows finding their way through the weave pattern, let alone piecing into it. It just did not happen when I tried, firing fully drawn arrows directly at it. This is my honest, objective, unpaid, unsolicited evaluation. If anyone wants me to upload a video proof, I'd be happy to, without hesitation. Just leave a comment requesting such. The one other customer who kindly shared their footage shows the same results I encountered....arrows hit, but they never stick or prick. Exceptional design, BSN!

It costs a lot, but it stops the arrows from a 55 pound bow. Keeps arrows from getting lost and things safe.

This is heavy to handle but it COMPLETELY stops my 15 yo's arrows at 20 pound draw.Well manufactured with strong seams and generous metal grommets.

I purchased this item as a hitting net for a golf simulator. I have been using it for a month and so far it has held up to wedges through driver. It absorbs a lot of energy, so there is almost no bounce back. The netting has fairly large holes, so we’ll see how well a projected image is next month when my protector arrives.The only downsides so far are a strong chemical smell when you first open the package, and some large yellowish circles that are visible at certain angles. (If you need a blemish free net this is not for you)

I have it folded once, doubling the material behind the target. Hung it with 6 large heavy duty carabiners, on a nylon rope strung between two trees (eyebolts into trees for the rope). The backstop stops most arrows from a 20 lb recurve at 10 yards plus. Also stops many from a 35 lb recurve at 12 yards plus. Those it doesn't stop, it slows down pretty well. I tried heavy duty oiled canvas before this net, the canvas stopped zero arrows. Thick quilted moving blankets were working before this net, but the arrows tips would penetrate (just tips) so blanket was getting holes in it.

The net is great, really can catch the arrows and easy to setup once you get the right poles in place. It is very heavy so make sure you have a good setup. I had to go with 4x telescoping poles and 4 anchors to get it working. Need to put heavy rocks at the bottom to keep the wind from blowing it too hard since it catches wind pretty well.2x: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B072K1B91Q4x: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01GRJTFK8

Olympic recurve bow with approximately 30 lb draw and aluminum target arrows. The first arrow that missed the target and hit the net went straight through it. The arrow most likely would have still been lethal 15 yards behind the net. I thought that the negative ratings for this product were due to buyer error. If the net were to be stretched taut, arrows would be more likely to pass through it. I was told that the way to use products like this was to hang it without attaching the bottom to anything. That way the net would give and be able to absorb the impact. That is how mine was set up and it didn't make a difference. There were reviews for this product where people claim that they are shooting compound bows into this net and it is stopping the arrows. Based on my experience, that could not be possible. It would be a tragic mistake to assume that people, pets, windows or anything else that happens to be behind this net is safe from arrows.

We tested the stopping capability with our 35# recurves. The net incurs no damage stopping the arrows at around 20 feet in our basement. We do have the net draped over a PVC tube hanging in our basement so the 16 feet is doubled over and stands about 7 feet high (x a loose 9 ft wide) with some dragging on the floor. The net is just for misses, now hopefully the arrows just go into the target that is a foot in front of the her. Our experience matches the video posted in a different review. We are very happy and quite confident no arrows will pass through the net (which is good because there is a window a few feet behind the net).

I bought this to use as an impact screen for my golf simulator and projector about a year ago. It arrived with some stains on it but customer service was very helpful. It holds up really well to golf shots including from a driver. Projection image is pretty good, not as good as a true golf impact screen would be as the little holes are bigger with the baffle net. We use it to project movies sometimes too. I love it and saved hundreds of dollars compared to what I have found on Amazon and elsewhere. I used tarp clamps, folded the net in half and used bungee cords to secure it to some makeshift framing. I also have a painters drop sheet behind to help the projected image be a bit crisper.I tried uploading photos but it kept freezing.

Good quality net.

I set this net up in my backyard and actually bought two, to double up for my compound bow.I have my bow set to about 40lbs and my arrows did not penetrate the first net at 20 yards.The nets are heavy, so it is a two person job to hang them. I used a clothesline kit that I got here on Amazon (https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B09PDHTWWK) to hang up the nets and used zip ties to attach the nets, so that I can slide them out of the way when not needed.Highly recommend if you need archery netting.

Got it quicker than expected. Boxed nicely and not as heavy as I thought it would be

After many rounds, only a few arrows started to penetrate. But that may be because I left it out for the summer season. Could be that the fibers getting wet and drying off during the course of the season weakened the integrity. Either way, if only a few out of hundreds of shots go through, it is doing the job, and doing it well!