Ive used a ton of spray foam in my crawlspace, attic and targets. Only took once without gloves to learn. It stayed on my hands for a month! Great for repairing 3d or foam block targets. I've found Loc-tite foam is best, most dense. All spray foam reacts with water, so if you use a fine most spray bottle between layers and on the mold, you'll get more out of your can. Awesome target, best on KZread!

This is really impressive dude

@rough-cutoutdoors4335

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks man!

Really nice project, thanks for posting this

Best of all archery target ideas yet

@rough-cutoutdoors4335

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I appreciate the comment. did you try and make one? I am still shooting the same one 2 years later! tough target.

Great project, some good pointers. Thank your wife for letting you take practice shots in the house!

@rough-cutoutdoors4335

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment and positive feedback! My wife rocks and I will tell her about your request. More cool build coming soon.

trim your targets with an electric filet knife . Works very well been doing this and repairing old targets for years . Let it dry and just shave it down.

Great Idea and looks awesome! Thanks for sharing!

@rough-cutoutdoors4335

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching, subscribing and the good feedback. I have some great stuff in the works here in Hawaii hunting Pig. Stay tuned and you'll see what's transpiring in the jungle!

Mock up a form with wire or something (two halves), plaster cloth them then fill with great stuff etc. Let cure and put them together, then wrap in real hide or something thats fitting... Not tried this but been thinking. Fun video!

Thank you.

@rough-cutoutdoors4335

9 ай бұрын

thanks for the watch and the comment. I appreciate it!

Ive had good luck carving the great stuff foam with long serrated bread or cake makers knives.

Well made

@rough-cutoutdoors4335

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Kevin! let me know if you get into it. I can answer any questions. Mine is still going strong this year with heavy 340spine fmj arrows.

Great Job on the 3 D Deer! 🦌 🎯 🏹 💥 🔥

@rough-cutoutdoors4335

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks sooo much. It was fun and I am still using it 2 years down the road. Will you make one too?

Great work on the video. Best DIY I have seen.

@rough-cutoutdoors4335

Жыл бұрын

Thanks man! Hope you have the same success. I’m still shooting mine with a newer more powerful bow. It’s surprising how the packing lasted as well as the outer foam. Shoot em straight.

@rough-cutoutdoors4335

Жыл бұрын

Thanks man! Hope you have the same success. I’m still shooting mine with a newer more powerful bow. It’s surprising how the packing lasted as well as the outer foam. Shoot em straight.

Thankyou

This, so far, has been the very best DIY Archery Target video I have seen. I have watched 15+ videos. Most designs were very elementary and minimalistic. This produces a more realistic, "store bought"/"professionally manufactured" quality to it. Vital zone can be replaceable with very little modification to the design depicted.

@rough-cutoutdoors4335

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the compliment and comments. I appreciate you watching. This type of feedback makes me feel the effort to share my experience and passion was worth it.

That's a great DIY target.

@rough-cutoutdoors4335

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Texas Bowhunter, Thanks so much for the compliment! Stay with me for a Black Bear build in a couple weeks. I may try to advance the material or try some new techniques. I think I will try for some detachable legs and head. Subscribe and share the cool project if you would like to help me out.

@TexasBowHunter

5 жыл бұрын

@@rough-cutoutdoors4335 you better believe I'll be looking for that build.

High density foam works better at stopping arrows FYI. Great video

you are awsome

@rough-cutoutdoors4335

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Scott! I will be making a special target that should get some laughs when I am back from Hawaii. I am sitting in the tree stand for wild hogs tonight on Oahu. Fingers crossed for some good content to come.

Solid tutorial! Just got my first bow and I’ve been looking for a more realistic target to train with. I’ll definitely be giving your build a shot and let you know how it turns out. For what it’s worth, I think incorporating the rest of the body to the build would be a value add to those looking for more realistic outdoor training. And it would probably make for a good video thumbnail attracting more clicks. Just a thought. Looking forward to your future builds! Keep up the good work!

@rough-cutoutdoors4335

2 жыл бұрын

awesome! let me know how it does! the reason I did not go all the way was simply the cost was getting so close to just buying one that i decided to stay budget minded for those who are tight and let their imagination take it further. It has been two plus years and i am still using this target. it really works well. I have taken it into the woods below my stands to simulate arrow flight around tree obstructions and angles...huge game changer for confidence. good luck and let me know how it goes! give me a shout out if you ever make content haha.

Just had a quick thought I'd post here, might help for a close to waterproof outdoor target. They make cans of spray plasti-dip which would give a nice rubberized coating to the deer before giving it it's final color coat. It would help keep the foam from getting too mushy if left out in the rain.

@rough-cutoutdoors4335

4 жыл бұрын

Hey there! Thanks for the comment! It’s a novel idea. However, any rubberized materials tend to transfer to the shaft and after a few shots you can have trouble getting it off or even needing to use denatured alcohol or another remover. The target has heals up exceptionally well in the rain. I am impressed with the durability of the foam. They boast waterproof, sand able and paintable ... all true. I just made another target that I will post soon. Same concept with different spray foam. Stay tuned and thanks again! Will you make one yourself? Let me know how it goes!

Most of the commenters seem to advocate using different materials entirely for DIY targets. My eyes tell me that your idea and experiment were great. But one VERY important question wasn't addressed here: How difficult or easy was it to pull arrows OUT of your closed-cell foam cylinder? If the process was relatively quick and easy, I think you have a winner just as is. Thanks, Chris (in Maine)

@rough-cutoutdoors4335

Ай бұрын

Hi Chris! Thanks for the watch and the great comment. it is surprisingly easy to pull them compared to a commercially available "block" target as the foam if fairly low density in this build. The geo textile black fabrics is hard to poke into but low friction on the pull. My target is still being used and going strong years later. I have actually used it like I intended and took it into the woods to practice angle shots and shooting through loopholes in limbs. I did this to judge my arrow path for when a time comes that I need to shoot close to limbs, over or under something.It is so crazy light and thats what makes this worth the time as an expendable, cheap training tool that is not just to impress you buddies or shoot in the back yard. It is practical! It's an easy build and I encourage anyone to make any mods they want but I found this to be the best for what you can get on the cheap. I used to live in Portland so much love for Maine. Thanks again.

for target s I make my targets with rubber sheeting for sheds it is a really good material and it is waterproof

Best DIY target I've seen! And 3D at that. Well done. Liked and subscribed sir

@rough-cutoutdoors4335

3 жыл бұрын

you rock. thanks man. working on some new vids now.

Really cool dude

@rough-cutoutdoors4335

3 жыл бұрын

thanks so much! I made some more recent updates and fine tunes for the same amount of money and less efforts. More vids coming soon! plus some live bear and Deer shooting vids.

@b_aleman

3 жыл бұрын

Sweet! Cant wait!

Thank you for sharing this great idea. Have you ever used a hot wire to cut foam? It would be great for rough shaping. You might look it up on a RC plane website, we use it to cut foam wing cores.

@rough-cutoutdoors4335

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Brett, Thanks for the view and comment. That's a great idea. I've always wanted one of those because I've worked with foam on other projects and I bet its more helpful and less messy. I will put that on the shopping list.

@nateb4543

4 жыл бұрын

I've looked at that but not use foam enough. I used an old fillet knife and sharpened throughout the project.

you could also use Krylon Craft Foam Primer 6.46 @ walmart

@rough-cutoutdoors4335

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Spectre inc, Thanks for the watch and the comment. I will def. have to look into this options. Have you worked on any projects with it? I would like to know what and how you used it. Always happy to hear about new ways of DIY.

Spray water before the expanding foam....helps it to expand more👍🏻

Such a good idé, I am going to do the same thing!

@rough-cutoutdoors4335

2 жыл бұрын

thanks for the support! keep me updated on how it goes! let me know if you need help with anything.

You need to put 2 inches of pour foam on outside. It holds up best with arrow holes. You can't believe how good pour foam works.

@rough-cutoutdoors4335

10 ай бұрын

Thanks for the idea. Years in and it’s doing well. Surprisingly. That’s for the comment.

Ive notticed if you put pallet wrap inside the foam it dosent leave the residue ive made 4 diffrent types you had a good idea and i apreciate you sharing it

@rough-cutoutdoors4335

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the compliment will def look into that.

I've used the blue foam for a number of targets and would not recommmend it. It definitely stops the arrows and lasts a long time but gunk progressively builds on the arrow and gets to be a pain to clean. I will try the spray foam though.

Very cool idea! What pound draw is the bow you’re using?

@rough-cutoutdoors4335

3 жыл бұрын

70lbs. Thanks for the comments and watch. Sorry for the late response. I had a newborn at the time of this comment. He's 1 year old now and more vids to come! Serious big game kills coming.

Great job on the target. Wish I would have seen the use of the fabric before I build mine for the kiddos... My 3d minion stops the arrows good but I think the fabric would have helped. I am going to try again with the fabric and make a different shape.... Thanks for posting... Check out mine if your bored . might give you an idea or two.

@rough-cutoutdoors4335

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Freezer Bound Outdoors, Thanks for the compliment. I will definitely check out your vid. The fabric is a great stopper and it helps the target last longer. Let me know if you need any tips for the next build. I think I will be making another one for fun as well. Happy shooting.

That's awesome. CAN YOU SHOW HOW YO MAKE A FULL SIZED BEAR WITH THE HEAD. I WANT TO MAKE ONE TO SCARE MY OLDER GRANDKIDS WHEN THEY COME HOME FROM A DATE AND THEN USE IT FOR A TARGET OR A YARD ORNAMENT.

Was thinking something similar but was going to try cutting the decoy in half & use it as the mold. Would cut cost signifacantly

@rough-cutoutdoors4335

Жыл бұрын

Hi Reece! That’s a great idea. I didn’t have a decoy laying around but always wanted to use the shell as well. That would have been ideal but not everyone has a decoy laying around. Let me know if you end up doing the project with your half decoy! Thanks for the watch and comment.

I was wondering what might happen if I used some scraps of 2" high density foam in the middle of the mold and spray foam around that? Since I have pieces anyway, and it would speed up the process and allow for less spray foam. I'm thinking that foam would disappear into the spray foam around it. I wonder if the 2" foam would be even better at stopping the arrows? And maybe I could use a piece of the 2" on the back as a nice support, since its going to be flat anyway.

@rough-cutoutdoors4335

Жыл бұрын

Hi Adam, Thanks for the message. What i found is that the HD foam just explodes after a couple hits... it does not expand like the spray foam or textile. I tried this before. it wont last and just turns into tiny pieces like a beanbag.

@adamr8628

Жыл бұрын

@@rough-cutoutdoors4335 Ok. Thats good to know. Thanks for the message and the info on that!

came here to find DIY foam target for broadheads....will it hold those sir? love the video, well done btw

@rough-cutoutdoors4335

Ай бұрын

what type of broadhead? I wouldn't shoot expandable like the hypodermic into it. The arrow spins and the fabric may not work with that. Also, the pull out could be an issue. A fixed broad head may work. But for turning a broadhead and checking your flight you should be shooting a flat surface to see the entry angle. I own a block target for this exact reason. If you are shooting broadheads at targets be ready to destroy some. You can buy some target broadheads that could work too. Like the G5's make a target broadhead with the same ballistics. I would say...The target is not designed for broadheads and I would not recommend it. I do love the dense foam "block" targets that are worth the spend $

Really like this idea. This video was made a while ago, so how did this hold up long term? Also, how does it hold up to broadheads instead of field points?

@rough-cutoutdoors4335

Жыл бұрын

Hey! Thanks for watching and commenting. It held up very well. I still shoot it every year. I shoot it with broad heads but always use a target backer just in case. It has always stopped my arrows before the fletch. But I imagine after a bunch of braodhead shots it would tear up the fabric inside. You can always buy a practice broadhead to limit the penetration and cost if broken or dulled. It’s still going strong. The key is the packing inside the foam. Without it the target would be trashed.

@jonpeterson8510

Жыл бұрын

Thanks, I really appreciate the detailed reply.

How does it like broadheads? 😊

@usbsol

5 жыл бұрын

@@rough-cutoutdoors4335 cool, thanks for the thorough answer 😊

Are the arrows hitting the mat behind the target? Is it affecting/stopping penetration in any way?

@rough-cutoutdoors4335

4 жыл бұрын

Hi John, Thanks for the comment and the watch. The arrows never penetrated the mattress or carpet behind it. 1 arrow came close when it got pushed up against the backstop after many shots, but it didn’t play a factor in the “testing” haha. Not an exactly science but it has been put through its paces. Good observation on your part though. I’ve shot it alone with no backstop and had the same results. Over time you may see another inch of penetration but I’ve never had any come past halfway up the arrow shaft. There is no illusion there... the target did its job. You can also build it stronger with more textile for less penetration. It's been a while since I made this target by now and I still have great stopping power. I shot a couple crossbows at it and it did extremely well (no backstop). Please like my video and share if you found this interesting. I know there are a lot of DIY shooters like you who could shoot something they enjoy making on the cheap.

@rough-cutoutdoors4335

4 жыл бұрын

If you look over the vid again at about 12:28 mins you can see a number of shots with an empty box, keeping space between the target and mattress. There was no contact on this shots and they penetrate differently of the quartering away shot because they contact less of the textile inside the target. Stops well but the shaft travels a bit farther inside.

OK, so the arrows penetrated the target, and stopped by the mattress wall behind it? And you still measuring how deep the arrows penetrated, in order to know how well the target worked, am I right?

@rough-cutoutdoors4335

5 жыл бұрын

Hi William, Thanks for the comment and the watch. The arrows never penetrated the mattress or carpet behind it. 1 came close when it got pushed up against the backstop after many shots but it didn’t play a factor in the “testing” haha. Not exactly science but it has been put through its paces. Good observation on your part though. I’ve shot it alone with no backstop and had the same results. Over time you may see another inch but I’ve never had any come past halfway up the arrow shaft. There is no illusion there... the target did its job. You can also build it stronger with more textile for less penetration. Please like my video and share if you found this interesting. I know there are a lot of DIY shooters who could shoot something they enjoy making on the cheap.

@williamberne

4 жыл бұрын

@@rough-cutoutdoors4335 Thanks for the explanation! There are surprisingly few videos on YT that's really showing the tricks of DIYing a 3d target. Yours is the best I can find so far! Thanks again!

@rough-cutoutdoors4335

4 жыл бұрын

@@williamberne Thanks for the compliment! Stay tuned for more to come. Like and sub if you want to see more good builds and upcoming hunts.

Great idea. The only criticism I’d have. Would be that suggestion of using carpet for a stopping layer. Carpet has an adhesive on the back. The adhesive is hard and abrasive and could eventually damage your shafts. Great video and good job

@rough-cutoutdoors4335

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Russell, Thanks for the comment and the suggestion. I agree. If the point is to save money... save the shaft and keep 'em nice for a long time.

A quick look at the thumbnail,and I would have sworn the collar of your jacket was the back side of a epic mullet haircut...

@rough-cutoutdoors4335

3 жыл бұрын

I think I need one now that you mention it. It would help with checking my wind in the tree stand. Like a wind sock.

@johnmadrigal7217

3 жыл бұрын

Lol

What are the dimensions that you made your target to? Did you try spraying the foam and smoothing it out with a knife or something to make it smooth without needing to shave/sand as much off?

@rough-cutoutdoors4335

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Tanner, the dimensions are totally dependant on what you will be doing with it. it is about 1/1 scale of a mature deer chest cavity. you can make it smaller and compensate your yardages like some target companies do with bigger target like elk and moose. if you make the scale 2/3 you will have to be more accurate making you a better shooter also. "aim small.. miss small" as for the smoothing... if you touch the foam when it is soft it will pop all the tiny bubbles that make it expand and it will deflate and become like sticky tooth paste. i would not recommend this at all. if you use something like a plastic to wrap it near the end this might work. I will have to play around to find a better way to smooth it out. the shaving part sucks. have fun and let me know if you make one.

how much foam is required

@rough-cutoutdoors4335

5 жыл бұрын

Hi, Thanks for the comment and watch. I used 3 cans. I made it very thick for reaslism and it’s more fun when it’s larger, in my opinion. You could get away with 2 cans if you use more filler or stopping material inside. Let me know if you have any other questions. Please like my video if it was inspiring or helpful. Subscribe for more creations coming soon.

OK, geek here, max speed of any projectile is as it leaves what is propelling it. Your arrow is not gaining speed as it goes down range.

@rough-cutoutdoors4335

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Freerange. Thanks for watching and your comment! You are correct and I won't dispute that. The science shows that chronographs should be placed about 7 feet from the bow to reflect the max speed and best reading. The physics would definitely reflect the energy taking a nose dive after leaving the propulsion of the string and encountering gravity, drag and the wobble, vibration of the shaft. However, I was not willing to stand closer to the target than seen in the footage. Maybe I was unclear when I said "we could get Max Speed out of the bow".... What I was trying to explain is that I would try and get as Close to the target as possible while still being at a safe distance from any target/arrow issues. I had roughly 10-12 feet in the footage for shots. I was not comfortable getting closer to gain a couple FPS. It was an older bow and by no means a speed bow like the newer Hoyts. I just wanted to show a mid-range FPS for everyone to adapt to their setups. I have since shot the target with heavier and much faster arrows out of a Prime bow and it holds up well. I always appreciate the input from others and I am sure you asked a great questions that others were thinking or even gained new knowledge about afterwords. Any suggestions on things to shoot or make? I have a crossbow, bows, guns and other materials at my disposal with plenty of land. Haha.

The best secret 3d archery secret of youtube.

@rough-cutoutdoors4335

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Vladimir, Thanks for the watch and the comment. More to come soon!

@vlacula

5 жыл бұрын

@@rough-cutoutdoors4335 went today to the hardware shop ans bought the foam. Filled an small box and when ready will be tested with a pounds compound bow. You have good material and speech, create more videos!! cheers.

Not to be critical but bro go up to a 300 spine you got way too much arrow flex when you hit the target. That side to side movement takes momentum from the arrow.

@rough-cutoutdoors4335

Жыл бұрын

Hey man. Thanks for watching. I’m still to this day shooting this target with a 70lb prime centergy with 300 spine at 485 grain FMJ 5mm arrows. It’s tough.

Liked. Get a better mic buddy.

@rough-cutoutdoors4335

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the like. It was my first ever vid. I was testing the waters. I will get better gear with time. Thanks again.

@blythemajors9193

4 жыл бұрын

Rough-Cut Outdoors no worries. I subbed. Some interesting videos mate. Stay safe over there. 👍🏼

Painting foam sucks as a kid I was making UFOs using styrofoam I needed to paint the first one, it melted. to fix this I coted it with Elmer's glue then silver paint. yes UFOs I was 14 trying to see if I could get them on the news. It was the 70s what eles was a city kid going to do in LA get high?

@rough-cutoutdoors4335

Ай бұрын

You're the "LA lights" ufo conspiracy culprit hahah when they shot at the sky for hours with air raid sirens? haha. thanks for the watch and comments.

volume is too low.