2D Bear Target – Eleven Contour

2D Bear Target Eleven Contour for Field and 3D Archery

The 2D Bear Target – Eleven Contour is a large animal-shaped polyfoam target designed for intensive field and 3D-style archery training.

Main specifications:

• 100 × 70 × 17 cm
• approx. 2 kg
• polyfoam
• recommended for recurve bows up to 30 lb
• practical experience with bows up to approx. 40 lb

Large Bear Silhouette

With dimensions of 100 × 70 cm, the Bear provides a prominent animal-shaped target suitable for a varied field course.

Why Train with Animal Targets?

Animal silhouettes provide a different visual challenge from conventional circular targets.

The archer works with:

• target outline,
• apparent target size,
• aiming area,
• distance,
• shooting position.

2½D Contour Construction

The Contour design provides a defined three-dimensional thickness while remaining fundamentally a silhouette-style target.

It offers practical advantages such as:

• lower weight,
• easier transport,
• easier storage,
• fast course setup.

Field Archery

The Bear can be combined with smaller animal silhouettes to create a course with varying target sizes and distances.

3D-Style Training

The target is especially useful for preparation for 3D-style shooting.

It allows archers to practise:

• animal-shaped targets,
• distance estimation,
• changing shooting stations,
• different apparent target sizes.

Polyfoam

The target is manufactured from:

polyfoam

Target lifespan depends on factors including:

• bow strength,
• number of hits,
• concentration of impacts,
• shaft diameter,
• point type,
• shooting distance.

Recurve Bows up to 30 lb

The primary recommendation is:

recurve bows up to 30 lb

If a bow is rated at:

30 lb @ 28″

drawing beyond 28 inches may increase its actual draw weight.

Practical Use up to 40 lb

Practical experience indicates that the Bear target is commonly used with bows up to around:

40 lb

This should not be treated as replacing the original recurve recommendation.

With a stronger bow, monitor:

• penetration depth,
• target wear,
• heavily used areas.

Arrow Diameter

Different shaft diameters interact differently with the foam.

As a result, two arrows shot from the same bow may not penetrate to exactly the same depth.

Arrow Point Type

Point geometry also affects penetration.

Target performance must therefore be considered as a combination of:

• bow,
• draw length,
• arrow,
• shaft diameter,
• point,
• shooting distance.

17 cm Thickness

The target is:

17 cm thick

Overall dimensions:

100 × 70 × 17 cm

Approximate Weight

At approximately:

2 kg

the large Bear target remains relatively easy to transport and reposition.

Clubs and Training Courses

The target can be useful for:

• archery clubs,
• archery schools,
• coaches,
• field courses,
• mobile ranges.

Beginners

The large silhouette can also be useful for beginners when shooting distance is adjusted appropriately.

Experienced Archers

More experienced archers can increase difficulty using:

• longer distances,
• changing angles,
• different shooting stations,
• combinations of large and small targets.

Target Care

To help extend practical target life:

• avoid prolonged compression,
• do not store heavy objects on the target,
• protect the foam from sharp objects,
• inspect heavily shot areas regularly.

Safe Shooting

Always maintain a safe shooting area or appropriate backstop behind the target.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the dimensions?

100 × 70 × 17 cm.

How much does it weigh?

Approximately 2 kg.

What material is it made from?

Polyfoam.

Which bows are recommended?

Recurve bows up to 30 lb.

Is it used with 40 lb bows?

Practical experience indicates regular use with bows up to approximately 40 lb.

Is 40 lb the official universal maximum?

No.

The original recommendation remains recurve bows up to 30 lb.

Is it a full 3D target?

No.

It is a 2½D animal silhouette target.

Is it suitable for 3D-style training?

Yes.

Is it suitable for field archery?

Yes.

Does arrow diameter affect stopping performance?

Yes.

Does point type affect stopping performance?

Yes.

What is the brand?

Eleven.

What range is it from?

Contour.

Final Summary

The 2D Bear Target – Eleven Contour is a large, lightweight polyfoam animal target designed for intensive field and 3D archery training.

Key features:

• bear silhouette
• 2½D Contour construction
• 100 × 70 × 17 cm
• approx. 2 kg
• polyfoam
• recommended for recurve bows up to 30 lb
• practical experience with bows up to approx. 40 lb
• designed for intensive training