The Shield Archery Backstop Review

Requires regular maintenance

I used mine outside for a little less than a year, quickly deteriorated in areas behind the actual target. Arrows just pass through now like nothing is there. Get a rubber tarp instead of this and aim small.

---

Cancel Comment

Absolutely Awesome

I was sceptical that this backstop would be all it was said to be, I was wrong, the shield surpassed my expectations.

---

Cancel Comment

I would buy this again!!

I use it as a backstop for my targets as I live in town. It gives me peace of mind to know that my arrows won't go beyond The Shield.

---

Cancel Comment

Excellent backstop if you're basement shooting!

Using this backstop for a 15 yard basement range, protecting missed arrows from hitting a concrete wall. 4x6' size hangs behind a 22" square target. I've only shot one arrow into it and stopped it perfectly. Shooting apex field tips from #45 vintage Bear recurves. This is a beautifully made product and performs perfectly.

---

Cancel Comment

Excellent quality and functionality

As a backyard archer, I wanted a good backstop to keep any arrow that might have missed the target from impacting the stone wall that surrounds my property. The Shield functions quite well and exactly as described by the vendor. My only regret is that I did not purchase the optional frame that is available from 3Rivers.

---

Cancel Comment

Good target backer

Purchased the 4x6'. Probably larger than I needed, but the extra size is great when backing 3D targets. I shoot Traditional Archery so I can't comment on it's stopping abilities for hi velocity arrows. It stops mine just fine. It's much heavier than I expected; but is well built. Used it last fall in the yard, and through the winter in the basement. Thinking about getting the rack… read more for it. I cobbled one from PVC, but it didn't hold up. Iron conduit could work but probably wouldn't save over the rack. I wouldn't leave this out in the weather uncovered. It is heavy and bulky.

---

Cancel Comment

Perfect for home practice

I thought it was going to be way heavier, but not too bad to handle while hangin works well with 45 lb aND 55 lb recurve. Have had no pass through yet, net even much if any penetration. Hanging in the garage, on diy hanger. Love it.

---

Cancel Comment

Great for backyard shooting

Use this in the backyard to backstop 3D targets. Have the 4x6 and 3x5 - good balance of size/coverage and cost.

---

Cancel Comment

Excellent Accessory

I am shooting a Mathews Halon 32 6 with a 28.5" draw length and 70# draw weight. My arrows are on the light side (@ 391 grains). I bought this to reduce any lost arrows when practicing long distances (70+ yards out). I have tried this at shorter distances to test its construction and it performs exactly as advertised. It catches target pass-thru's and the occasional errant shot.… read more The size I purchased was 3' X 4'. I built a stand using 1" PVC Schedule 40 piping and it works great. I don't think it is stiff enough to stand by itself and not fall over when a breeze hits it. I highly recommend this for anyone wanting to save on lost arrows.

---

Cancel Comment

Metal Stand for 3x4 Shield

The metal stand offered by 3Rivers only fits the larger (4x6) Shield backstop. So I used a 4-foot metal firewood rack which cost about $35. I used wooden uprights attached with u-bolts to the two front uprights, with a large screw-eye at the top of each upright. The Shield hangs from a metal rod slipped through its loops and then through both screw eyes. It works great.

---

Cancel Comment