Quick release archery target

摘要

An archery target includes a clamping assembly having at least two conditions wherein a first condition applies compressing force to a target material and a second condition releases at least a portion of the compressing force from the target material such that arrow removal is easier. The clamping assembly allows the user of the target to readily change the clamping assembly between the two conditions. The clamping assembly may be manual, powered, or a combination of the two. The clamping assembly may include a mechanical lever, a winder, a crank, a hydraulic device, or a pneumatic device. The clamping compressing force may be applied from the top, bottom, or sides of the target material. In some configurations, a strap is disposed around the target material and is tightened and loosened to apply and release the compressing force from the target material.

主权项

1. An archery target comprising:
a compressible target material adapted to receive and stop arrows; a clamping assembly actuatable between first and second conditions; the first condition of the clamping assembly applying compressing force to the target material and the second condition of the clamping assembly applying no compressing force or less compressing force to the target material than when in the first condition; the clamping assembly being adapted to apply the compressing force to the target material unevenly; the clamping assembly including first and second lever arms that pivot with respect to a frame that retains the target material; the clamping assembly including a target press plate disposed under the first and second lever arms; the first lever arm engaging the target press plate when the clamping assembly is in the first condition and the second lever arm engaging the first lever arm to apply the compressing force when the clamping assembly is in the first condition; and a latch to hold the clamping assembly in the first condition.