HUNTING BOW CASES
How to Choose the Right Bow Case
Buying a bow is a big investment, it is important to protect that investment so that it
lasts you for generations. Not only that, it’s important to protect your bow so that it
works the way you need it to, when you need it. There is nothing worse than doing all
the big game scouting, hiking around to find your game sign and trails, setting up
your trail and game cameras, scouring through satellite images and map books, to
find that perfect spot. But, when you get to your spot, and draw back your bow on that big old buck, and
come to find out you broke your sights, or bent your arrows. Don’t let this happen to you, protect your bow,
protect your hunt!
Important Bow Case Features
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Hard Case for ultimate protection
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Good amount of padding to protect your bow
and components
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Plenty of room for your bow, or multiple bows, as
well as your arrows
Bow Case Features that are Nice to Have
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Water Protection
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Lockable
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Extra storage space, or compartments for more gear
Bow Case Types
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Single Hard Bow Cases
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Double Hard Bow Cases
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Soft Bow Cases
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Secure Bow Cases for Air Travel
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Crossbow Cases Arrow Cases
Single Hard Bow Cases
The single hard bow cases work great to protect your bow. If you have more than one bow, whether it’s for
yourself or another member of your family, you might want to go with the double bow case. The hard cases
are great for protecting your bow and archery components and accessories. They don’t squish like a soft bow
case, which can damage your bow, bend your bow sites, or bend your arrows. The hard bow case is a bit
heavier than a soft bow case, but I think the extra weight, for the extra protection, is definitely worth it. A hard
bow case also costs a bit more than the soft bow cases.
Double Hard Bow Cases
A double hard bow case is everything that a single hard bow case is, but carries two bows, and typically has
more room for accessories.
SKB iSeries 3614 Parallel Limb Bow Case
The SKB® iSeries Parallel Limb Bow Case provides maximum protection
for parallel limb bows. It includes a custom foam insert for secure
positioning and cushioning of your bow and archery components. It
holds up to a dozen arrows. Has in-line skate style wheels for easy
transport. The latches are trigger release latches that can be retrofitted
with TSA accepted key locking latches for added security. Has built in
padlock holes with stainless steel padlock protector clips for you to lock
the case up securely. Very strong and durable bow case.
SKB Double Bow Cases
The SKB® Cases Double Bow Case hard case storage system fits most of the
new parallel limb compact bows available today. This bow case has plenty of
protected storage for two bows, your arrows, accessories, or even your rifle.
Has an ATA compliant design that ensures protection for airline baggage
handling for your destination hunting trips. Has lockable metal hatches for
added security.
Soft Bow Cases
Soft bow cases are nice because they are light, however they typically provide less protection for your bow,
though some soft bow cases do have hard components that help offer more protection against squishing
your bow, which could bend your arrows or bow sights. They have both single soft bow cases as well as
double soft bow cases.
BlackOut 2.0 Double Compound Bow Case
The BlackOut® 2.0 Double Compound Bow Case offers excellent protection
for 2 compound bows. Has a fully padded design with a tough and durable
polyester shell. Interior pockets make it easy to keep your accessories, such
as broadheads, releases, and other vital gear with your bow. This soft bow
case features 10 straps to securely hold bows in place in each compartment. Also has a long arrow pocket and
3 gear pockets on the outside of the case with zipper closures.
Secure Bow Cases for Air Travel
The secure bow case for air travel are the most durable cases available. They are
typically dust proof, water proof, and crush proof, to handle the typical abuse
they incur during boarding and offboarding your plane flight. They are usually
lockable, to keep your bow and archery components secure during your travels.
Pelican 1745 Air Bow Case The Pelican™ 1745 Air Bow Case is extremely versatile
and about 40% lighter weight than the most of the competition.
This bow case offers safe and secure bow storage with the extra storage for accessories that you need. This
bow case is light weight, crush proof, dust proof, and watertight. Includes arrow holders, padded divider,
accessory pouch, arrow tube straps, and integrated tie down points. It features 2 TSA approved locking
latches, 2 additional latches, and 4 stainless steel padlock hasps for added security. Built in wheels make it
very easy to roll this bow case along next to you so you don’t have to carry the extra weight.
Crossbow Cases
If you have a crossbow, it’s important to protect your crossbow as well. A crossbow case will do just that,
whether you are looking for a soft case, or a hard case, there are several different styles to choose from.
BlackOut 1.5 Crossbow Case
The BlackOut® 1.5 Crossbow Case is a lightweight and protective case for your
crossbow that will help you keep your crossbow in tip top shape. It is fully padded on
all sides with a tough and durable polyester shell. The interior has plush interior lining
to protect your crossbow's finish. It can handle crossbows up to 28" from axle-to-axle.
It has 3 hook-and-loop straps to keep your crossbow securely in place during
transport. Also features a large zippered pocket on top with 2 mesh pockets with
zipper closures as well.
Arrow Cases
Another archery hunting component that is expensive, and critical to the success of your hunt, that needs
protection from damage is your arrows and broadheads. There are multiple sizes to hold six, twelve, or more
arrows, depending on what you need.
Plano Arrow Max Arrow Case
The Plano® Arrow Max Arrow Case is rugged, and made to
haul your high performance arrows and broadheads to and
from your hunt in safety to protect your arrows and
broadheads from damage. It has a sleek, compact, low profile
design. The case opens outward at three hinge points to give you quick and easy access to your arrows and
accessories inside. The Arrow Max securely holds 6 arrows with affixed broadheads. It can attach to your bow
case for easy transportation, or be carried separately. Protect your arrows from getting bent, and your
broadheads from getting damaged during your travels, to help ensure you have the best chance at a
successful shot at that monster buck or elk you are targeting.
Best Archery Bow Cases
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Cabela’s All Weather Bow Case
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BlackOut 2.0 Double Compound Bow
Case
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Plano Parallel Limb Bow Case
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BlackOut 1.5 Crossbow Case
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