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Bowmar Grip Tape

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#1 ·
So Josh Bowmar and Levi Morgan just released the new Bowmar grip tape. What’s everyone’s thoughts on this ? I’ve never used grip tape. I have a halon 32 would you remove grip and add tape or tape right over grip ?. I use the Bowmar nose button and love that.
 
#6 ·
LOL. rebraded lizard skin at a few bucks more per package. i like with lizard skin I can choose between multiple tape thicknesses.
You mean it shouldn’t take a year to figure out some diagonal lines? Also you are saying there is no scientific data that those octagons and diagonals are perfectly placed to minimize grip movement? It sure seems pretty legit to me. I’ll be shooting like Levi at next event and bank account will follow soon as I donate to bowmars.
 
#11 ·
Looks like a cool product. Definitely a lot of people hating on it saying its expensive or not ground breaking, etc. Idk if I have seen anything ground breaking in the archery world in a really long time.

I might get some, also might not. I have never used grip tape on a bow before but if I do I will probably get this one, even if it is more expensive. Most of us have already spent over a K on a bow so what's another few dollars?
 
#12 ·
Looks like a cool product. Definitely a lot of people hating on it saying its expensive or not ground breaking, etc. Idk if I have seen anything ground breaking in the archery world in a really long time.

I might get some, also might not. I have never used grip tape on a bow before but if I do I will probably get this one, even if it is more expensive. Most of us have already spent over a K on a bow so what's another few dollars?
I would also rather line the pockets of people like Levi and Josh that are in the archery industry and give back to kids like Josh and Sarah do.
 
#17 ·
i don't think it's about haters at all. i use the nose button but I think people get tired of the shyster type sales pitch he does with everything as if he invented something new. especially with the beauty supply acetone dispenser and now lizard skins.
 
#19 ·
I personally dont see an issue. They took an existing product and expanded on it. They catered to the archery world with details to what they wanted in a tape which seems to mainly the gripping pattern.
Isnt it just like any other product that gets improved on?
Its all good though, not everyone sees things the same way.
 
#23 ·
I don’t think the problem is the “invention”; more-so he is acting like he is filling a huge void in the market with no alternatives; whereas Wilson has been pretty much the standard for any grips for 60 years.. or whatever it’s been.

It’s actually pretty funny too, because I recently ordered a Wilson wrap for a couple of my bows and they are packaged and sent nearly exactly how Bowmar explains he “purposely redesigned his grips for”. Adhesive backing and wrapped in plastic.
 
#31 ·
I can't believe he won! Well ok but still, take bowmar, Poole, Morgan, Ritz, wells, out of archery and our sport is better. All worthless losers who don't cast a positive shadow in the sport.... You guys must have serious envy man crushing on these dudes.
Wow! Why all the hate someone steal your lunch money? When did Levi become bad for archery? Poole has his views but with out him people wouldn't even be able to watch archery. Bowmar still hasn't even been found guilty but hey its America guilty till proven innocent.

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#30 ·
Good for him for trying to fill holes that he sees in the market. Can’t hate a guy for trying to make money. Not overly enthusiastic about the grip. But they can’t all be winners. Sometimes you get duds. Sometimes you get the nose button which is awesome and innovative.

Like I say about Dudley… I’m doing well. But he is doing way better than me, making lots of money on what I try to do for a hobby. I’m low key jealous and so are most of his haters…
 
#42 ·
Well Levi is a christian guy and I gotta trust his discernment. He made mention the tape was a different material then the sporting tape. Sp I will give him the benefit of the doubt right now because as a follower of Jesus that he wears on his sleeve, I don't think he will associate with snake oil.

If as written here by a few, that this is a repackaging of a common sold tape with profit added on ? Thats disgraceful. I have just a little bit of faith, Levi wouldn't roll this way and tarnish his name. He doesn't need the money that bad,and cut it with Bowmar.

Dudley is more of a gimmick salesman, but he's just trying to find a nitch and satisfy it. Such as his Sitka packet quiver pants. Or his kick stand. Some people want such stuff and will buy it,Dudley is more than happy to fill the need. I don't find fault with that.People are happy to fill a need with a gimmick,fine ! Thats what sales are filling a need.
 
#48 ·
Had mixed feelings myself but ordered one to try it out. Yesterday was first day with it on but like it so far. Only thing is you have to install upsidedown to get both types of texture exposed. We'll see how it wears.