McKenzie targets are not recommended to be left outside in the elements due to weather conditions that can deteriorate the target and fade the paint. Using a light coat of commercial sealant (ex. Thompson‘s® Water Seal) can help any decay caused by sun and water exposure.
Whether you are using your McKenzie target for tournament or hunting practice, it is recommended that you use field points. If the practice is focused on hunting, use a field point that is the same weight as the broadhead you plan to use during the hunt. All McKenzie 3D targets are designed for use with either broadhead or field points, however, the use of broadheads will decrease the useful life of the vital section of the target.
McKenzie targets are made of SuperFlex™ and lowflex foam, the most advanced target foam system ever offered.
To allow the elk to be shipped UPS, the bottom legs are cut. These legs must be reassembled before the target is assembled. We recommend using gorilla glue or industrial adhesive to assemble the pieces together.
Each target and each shooting situation is different, which means different answers will apply. Some of the factors that affect each target are:
Depending on equipment and weather conditions, all types of arrows are sometimes difficult to remove. Several things can be done to aid in aluminum and especially carbon arrow removal in 3D targets. The use of an arrow puller will enable the archer to grip the small shafts much better. Treating the point and first 4-5 inches of the arrow shaft with a friction reducing lubricant will decrease heat build-up and greatly aid in easy arrow removal. Our tests prove that lubricants with higher silicone work the best. For best results with carbon arrows during cold weather, a combination of gripper and lube is recommended.
Universal scoring allows McKenzie to produce only one target, instead of one for ASA and another for IBO. This should be welcomed by clubs, since now ‘one size will fit all.‘ The new universal scoring rings include the ASA 14 ring, two ASA 12 rings, and the center 11 ring used by IBO tournaments.
There are currently 20 targets with universal scoring.
