Author: Zach Raynsford
Zach Raynsford
Zach Raynsford is the General Manager of Outdoor Specialty Media , the parent company of North American Bowhunter, North American Outdoorsman, Crossbow Magazine, and NA Deer Hunter. A lifelong outdoorsman who grew up fishing, skiing, golfing, and hiking, Zach discovered hunting just three years ago — a fresh journey that gives him a unique perspective on what it’s like to get into the sport for the first time. That newcomer’s curiosity, combined with years of experience in marketing for outdoor and hunting brands, allows Zach to connect authentically with readers who are exploring the outdoors and hunting lifestyle on their own terms. Whether testing new gear or building digital strategies for leading brands, Zach brings a storyteller’s approach to every project — blending enthusiasm, insight, and a genuine respect for the outdoors.
Disclaimer: I had never owned a compound bow before this technology. The following is based off a first timer’s experience with archery – with the help of a seasoned hunter. Four days. That’s all it took for a fully tuned, custom-fitted compound bow to arrive on my doorstep — built to my exact draw length, ready to hunt, and accurate out of the box. Until recently, that kind of precision setup was only possible through hours in a pro shop. But Pyramyd Air has changed the rules of archery with its Virtual Archery Shop, a first-of-its-kind online experience that lets…