This is probably my favorite bow case to date because my bow will fit in with a 2 piece quiver attached, and I have room for my binos, safety harness, and a bunch of other things. It's heavy, but it has wheels if needed, is approved for airline travel, and tough as nails. They certainly are not cheap, but once you have it, you are set for life provided you don't buy a super long bow that won't fit, but this model will fit the majority of hunting bows on the market these days like the Mathews Phase 4 33 or Lift 33.

SKB Case

 

SKB I series double has been awesome for me. It’s been all over the country on a lot of flights and never had a minutes issue. I can fit two bows sans quivers or one bow with quiver and most of my gear for a week long back pack hunt.

For local stuff, my bow rides on the truck seat.

If you’re traveling via air, buy once, cry once.

 

When hunting locally I use a Game Plan Gear Sniper soft case which I have on the back seat of my truck. When traveling by air I use an SKB…….has served me well going to South Africa, Kodiak Island Alaska, Greenland, and Mexico.

 

I have a Plano bow guard I was gifted Christmas last year and I do not recommend it. Foam glue melted off after a couple of months of use. If you only ever keep your arrows in your quiver it’s fine, but I like to travel with my quiver and field tipped arrows.

 

Don't take your quiver off - Kathy Kelly.

Bowmania

 

I have an SKB and I also have an Apache case from Harbor Freight, it's a bit longer and about $300 cheaper. It's like an SKB and has more room. Can't beat if for the price.
I traveled both land and air with it....ZERO Complaints.

 

I'm getting a Pelican V730 as soon as Santa takes a firm grip off my wallet.

V730 Vault Tactical Rifle Case | Pelican

Keep your firearm equipment secure in Pelican's V730 Vault tactical rifle case. Built rugged for hunting trips and a day at the range. Made in the USA.

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I'm getting a Pelican V730 as soon as Santa takes a firm grip off my wallet.

V730 Vault Tactical Rifle Case | Pelican

Keep your firearm equipment secure in Pelican's V730 Vault tactical rifle case. Built rugged for hunting trips and a day at the range. Made in the USA.

www.pelican.com

Did you get one? How’s it been treating you?

 

I've been quite happy with the SKB Archery Bag & Backpack (45") 2SKB-4516-B × 1. Soft Sided, but light padding. Compact, easy to carry and plenty of storage.

 

I started with a Plano hard case for my old PSE at the time, but moved to a Pelican V800 when I got my Mathews. I have an Allen soft case as well that has great storage options.

 

Up until this year I used a Plano Field locker but I've made some changes to to my bow and have had to go to a Lakewood case. Just a little deeper to accommodate the new size.

 

I dont have one. Too broke

 

I'm still using my SKB from 20 years ago. Double parallel bow case. It's been in the back of Toyota 4x4 on really bad muddy ruts. Also used it when flying for hunts.

If I get another bow case it will be SKB.

Good luck.

 

I have the SKB large iseries parallel limb case. Love it

 

Im holding out now for the Elevation Hoyt Alpha X bow case. Suppose to come out Mid-January. I just want it to match my new Hoyt. Yep, Im that type of person. But if I traveled, I’d buy a SKB.

 

soft case has worked well for me; however, I don't travel more than in my POV.

 

Look at the Lakewood cases. You should be able to keep your quiver on.

 

SKB seems to be the pinnacle in bow cases but when I go to my hunting shack this is the case I use. It's a rough ride in with enough clay and water that we use an Argo with tracks to get there. I just strap it down and forget about it. Hose it down when it gets dirty.

For the price I think it's hard to beat for a case you can beat! It's also TSA approved and has wheels. It is heavy at 22lbs.

HQ ISSUE Rifle/Bow Carry Case

Sportsman's Guide carries top-quality discount Outdoor and Hunting Gear, Guns, Ammo, Fishing Supplies and more - all at great low prices!

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This looks like a decent option, what do you do for your arrows/quiver ?

 

I went from a hard case to Workhorse 4118 Bow Case. Works well for my needs.

 

SKB hands down. Have used the double bow case for over a decade. SKB's customer service is second to none! Buy once... cry once!

 

I’ve heard people using Pelican Vaults. Just cut the foam to your bow/equipment!

 

 

I think this is the best single bow hard case for air travel out there

 

Ha! I'm still saving! When it rains it pours.
But now I'm looking at that HQ someone just posted. Looks good, similar features and a little less expensive than the V730. Not sure what I want to do now.

 

For those with a Pelican V730, how are you storing your arrows in it? Are you buying an arrow tube or doing something with the foam?



was able to order one directly for less than $170

 

For a hard case I use a SKB 4318. It allows me to keep my quiver attached or I can un-attach the quiver from the bow and strap the it in the cover. There's a big arrow holder area in a recess under the bow. Also, there are a bunch of little open areas I can use for other things like storing limb legs or range finder, etc. I'm going to see which little nook is best for those and glue in some straps for those.
I got this case for my TRX34 and like it so much that I'm gonna get one for my Traverse as soon as they go on sale again.


Disclaimer: Below is just a picture I got off the internet. The little containers you see in the mesh pockets don't come with the case, the mesh pockets are nice and tight on their own though and work well to store release, etc.. I also want to mention that the below picture shows a quiver on the bow and a quiver in the cover which I don't believe is possible to do at the same time if you want to close the case fully. I believe it's just showing you can keep the quiver on or attach to the cover. It may be possible with your bow and setup though.

 

I’ve owned several cases from Pelican, SKB, Plano…

Easily the best hard case is the Pelican Air. Most features, best organization, lightest weight.

SKB is nice but not as organized and doesn’t come with as many features.

Pelican Vault is ok but it will require additional luggage for air travel and you’ll always be flagged as a gun case

An alternative option is the Easton Bowtruk if one light bag with clothes is your needs