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The Barebow Project
Hosted by Frank McDonough · EN
Barebow archery shooting, coaching, and tuning info for barebow archers by barebow archers. No one dives as deep into competition barebow archery as we do. We aim to provide a positive and fun environment for growth of barebow and traditional archery competitors, sharing proven methods from successful competitive archers and coaches.
Host: Frank McDonough
Guest Host: John Demmer
19episodes
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Episode #139 - History of Target Archery Part 1 w/ Coach Dick Tone
Apr 901:06:07Tap to summarizeIn this episode I sit with down with Dick Tone and just discuss the origins of target archery. Exclusive content , Coaching, & access to live recordings with full video episodes by becoming a Team Barebow Project Subscriber and clicking here: https://the-barebow-project-shop.fourthwall.comLoving the podcast? Help support it by buying a cup of coffee here https://www.buymeacoffee.com/barebowprojectCheck out our apparel, training videos, online seminar and so much more at www.thebarebowproject.comOfficial Barebow Project apparel! Click the linkhttps://the-barebow-project-shop.fourthwall.comLinktree: https://linktr.ee/peakbarebowproject- online store- Barebow Project Shooter School- online coaching- in person coaching- Advanced Barebow Seminar…And Much MoreFollow The Barebow Project Page - https://www.facebook.com/thebarebowpr...Join The Barebow Project Subscribers Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/theba...Learn Barebow From John Demmer :https://thepusharchery.teachable.com/courses/jd3barebow?affcode=258579_ob5ie5fkGET EXCLUSIVE CONTENT HERE : https://the-barebow-project-shop.fourthwall.comSee our online store here: www.barebowproject.com for custom t-shirts and coaching! See our tee spring store that delivers in 10-14 days of order here:SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!PLEASE FOLLOW THEM HERE!Lancaster Archery Supply - www.lancasterarcherysupply.com Hoyt Target Archery - https://hoyt.com/XS Vanes - https://www.xswings.com/Arizona Archery Enterprises - https://arizonaarchery.com/Jager Archery Products - https://jagerarchery.com/Yost Archery Products - https://www.yostarcheryproducts.com/Victory Arrows https://www.victoryarchery.com/The Bow Band https://www.facebook.com/ArrowsnDiamondsRules Links:World Archery Barebow Weight Interpretation https://extranet.worldarchery.sport/documents/index.php/Rules/Interpretations/English/2019-2021/Bk3_Art11.1.1_Barebow_Weights.pdf
Transcribe →Episode #138 - Barebow Bulletin Update February 2026
Feb 2800:07:54Tap to summarizeThis months barebow bulletin highlights the 2026 Barebow Rules Changes, Rob Kaufhold's ICON Award and Archery Success discussion from Lancaster Archery Academies Coach Bryan Brady!Exclusive content , Coaching, & access to live recordings with full video episodes by becoming a Team Barebow Project Subscriber and clicking here: https://the-barebow-project-shop.fourthwall.comLoving the podcast? Help support it by buying a cup of coffee here https://www.buymeacoffee.com/barebowprojectCheck out our apparel, training videos, online seminar and so much more at www.thebarebowproject.comOfficial Barebow Project apparel! Click the linkhttps://the-barebow-project-shop.fourthwall.comDiscount Codes: XS Wings - barebowproject20Ethics Archery - barebowproject10Linktree: https://linktr.ee/peakbarebowproject- online store- Barebow Project Shooter School- online coaching- in person coaching- Advanced Barebow Seminar…And Much MoreFollow The Barebow Project Page - https://www.facebook.com/thebarebowpr...Join The Barebow Project Subscribers Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/theba...Learn Barebow From John Demmer :https://thepusharchery.teachable.com/courses/jd3barebow?affcode=258579_ob5ie5fkGET EXCLUSIVE CONTENT HERE : https://the-barebow-project-shop.fourthwall.comSee our online store here: www.barebowproject.com for custom t-shirts and coaching! See our tee spring store that delivers in 10-14 days of order here:SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!PLEASE FOLLOW THEM HERE!Lancaster Archery Supply - www.lancasterarcherysupply.com Hoyt Target Archery - https://hoyt.com/XS Vanes - https://www.xswings.com/Arizona Archery Enterprises - https://arizonaarchery.com/Jager Archery Products - https://jagerarchery.com/Yost Archery Products - https://www.yostarcheryproducts.com/Victory Arrows https://www.victoryarchery.com/The Bow Band https://www.facebook.com/ArrowsnDiamondsRules Links:World Archery Barebow Weight Interpretation https://extranet.worldarchery.sport/documents/index.php/Rules/Interpretations/English/2019-2021/Bk3_Art11.1.1_Barebow_Weights.pdf
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Episode #137 - Japan Barebow with Taichi Banno
Feb 2100:31:24Tap to summarizeIn this half episode @frankmcdonough interviews the Asian persuasion Taicho Banno about his Lancaster archery classic experience. We dive into his career as a University coach, status of barebow in Japan, and how he has implemented a sear system into his shooting. Full video episodes and exclusive content , coaching, & access to live recordings with full video episodes by becoming a Team Barebow Project Subscriber and clicking here: https://the-barebow-project-shop.fourthwall.comSubscribe for full audio episodes sent right to your inbox at www.thebarebowproject.com or click Podcasts tab. Latest episode will always be on the home page.
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Episode #136 The Young Guns
Feb 1700:29:29Tap to summarizeIn this episode @frankmcdonough sits down with 2026 Champion Ollie Hicks, Ludvig Rohlin, Luke Thorsbury and Judah Holmes and discuss their Lancaster experiences and multiple other topics. As always full video episode is available in our membership portal only. Full audio version is available at www.thebarebowproject.com Exclusive content , Coaching, & access to live recordings with full video episodes by becoming a Team Barebow Project Subscriber and clicking here: https://the-barebow-project-shop.fourthwall.comLoving the podcast? Help support it by buying a cup of coffee here https://www.buymeacoffee.com/barebowprojectCheck out our apparel, training videos, online seminar and so much more at www.thebarebowproject.comOfficial Barebow Project apparel! Click the linkhttps://the-barebow-project-shop.fourthwall.comLinktree: https://linktr.ee/peakbarebowproject- online store- Barebow Project Shooter School- online coaching- in person coaching- Advanced Barebow Seminar…And Much MoreFollow The Barebow Project Page - https://www.facebook.com/thebarebowpr...Join The Barebow Project Subscribers Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/theba...Learn Barebow From John Demmer :https://thepusharchery.teachable.com/courses/jd3barebow?affcode=258579_ob5ie5fkGET EXCLUSIVE CONTENT HERE : https://the-barebow-project-shop.fourthwall.comSee our online store here: www.barebowproject.com for custom t-shirts and coaching! See our tee spring store that delivers in 10-14 days of order here:SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!PLEASE FOLLOW THEM HERE!Lancaster Archery Supply - www.lancasterarcherysupply.com Hoyt Target Archery - https://hoyt.com/XS Vanes - https://www.xswings.com/Arizona Archery Enterprises - https://arizonaarchery.com/Jager Archery Products - https://jagerarchery.com/Yost Archery Products - https://www.yostarcheryproducts.com/Victory Arrows https://www.victoryarchery.com/The Bow Band https://www.facebook.com/ArrowsnDiamondsRules Links:World Archery Barebow Weight Interpretation https://extranet.worldarchery.sport/documents/index.php/Rules/Interpretations/English/2019-2021/Bk3_Art11.1.1_Barebow_Weights.pdf
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Episode #135 - The Classic Barebow Experience w/ Matt Z & Pj Reilly
Jan 1500:32:04Tap to summarizeAs always full audio episode available at www.thebarebowproject.com and fill video episode reserved for our paid subscribers! Special thank you to those who attended the live recording! In this episode Frank sits down with @thepusharchery Matt Z and @LancasterArcherySupply and @CompetitionArcheryMedia Pj Reilly and we discuss "The Classic Barebow Experience" and all the things from their initial classic experiences, the things you don't want to miss, our favorite classic memories and of course the YUUUGGGEEEE Longbow update from Pj! Exclusive content , Coaching, & access to attend live recordings and watch full video episodes by becoming a Team Barebow Project Subscriber and clicking here: https://the-barebow-project-shop.fourthwall.comLoving the podcast? Help support it by buying a cup of coffee here https://www.buymeacoffee.com/barebowprojectCheck out our apparel, training videos, online seminar and so much more at www.thebarebowproject.comOfficial Barebow Project apparel! Click the linkhttps://the-barebow-project-shop.fourthwall.comDiscount Codes: XS Wings - barebowproject20Ethics Archery - barebowproject10Linktree: https://linktr.ee/peakbarebowproject- online store- Barebow Project Shooter School- online coaching- in person coaching- Advanced Barebow Seminar…And Much MoreFollow The Barebow Project Page - https://www.facebook.com/thebarebowpr...Join The Barebow Project Subscribers Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/theba...Learn Barebow From John Demmer :https://thepusharchery.teachable.com/courses/jd3barebow?affcode=258579_ob5ie5fkGET EXCLUSIVE CONTENT HERE : https://the-barebow-project-shop.fourthwall.comSee our online store here: www.barebowproject.com for custom t-shirts and coaching! See our tee spring store that delivers in 10-14 days of order here:SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!PLEASE FOLLOW THEM HERE!Lancaster Archery Supply - www.lancasterarcherysupply.com Hoyt Target Archery - https://hoyt.com/XS Vanes - https://www.xswings.com/Arizona Archery Enterprises - https://arizonaarchery.com/Jager Archery Products - https://jagerarchery.com/Yost Archery Products - https://www.yostarcheryproducts.com/Victory Arrows https://www.victoryarchery.com/The Bow Band https://www.facebook.com/ArrowsnDiamondsRules Links:World Archery Barebow Weight Interpretation https://extranet.worldarchery.sport/documents/index.php/Rules/Interpretations/English/2019-2021/Bk3_Art11.1.1_Barebow_Weights.pdf
Transcribe →Episode #134 - 2026 LAS Classic Update & Other News
Jan 1400:17:02Tap to summarizeHappy New Year! Bringing you an update episode with all the info you need to know about the @LancasterArcherySupply Classic including deadlines, prize money, contingency, and signups. Barebow Bulletin update and how you can help support the podcast so we don't have to run ads for sponsors. As always listen the full audio version at www.thebarebowproject.com and full video version link available in our membership portan at 4thwall and Barebow Shooter School.Exclusive content , Coaching, & access to live recordings with full video episodes by becoming a Team Barebow Project Subscriber and clicking here: https://the-barebow-project-shop.fourthwall.comLoving the podcast? Help support it by buying a cup of coffee here https://www.buymeacoffee.com/barebowprojectCheck out our apparel, training videos, online seminar and so much more at www.thebarebowproject.comOfficial Barebow Project apparel! Click the linkhttps://the-barebow-project-shop.fourthwall.comDiscount Codes: XS Wings - barebowproject20Ethics Archery - barebowproject10Linktree: https://linktr.ee/peakbarebowproject- online store- Barebow Project Shooter School- online coaching- in person coaching- Advanced Barebow Seminar…And Much MoreFollow The Barebow Project Page - https://www.facebook.com/thebarebowpr...Join The Barebow Project Subscribers Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/theba...Learn Barebow From John Demmer :https://thepusharchery.teachable.com/courses/jd3barebow?affcode=258579_ob5ie5fkGET EXCLUSIVE CONTENT HERE : https://the-barebow-project-shop.fourthwall.comSee our online store here: www.barebowproject.com for custom t-shirts and coaching! See our tee spring store that delivers in 10-14 days of order here:SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!PLEASE FOLLOW THEM HERE!Lancaster Archery Supply - www.lancasterarcherysupply.com Hoyt Target Archery - https://hoyt.com/XS Vanes - https://www.xswings.com/Arizona Archery Enterprises - https://arizonaarchery.com/Jager Archery Products - https://jagerarchery.com/Yost Archery Products - https://www.yostarcheryproducts.com/Victory Arrows https://www.victoryarchery.com/The Bow Band https://www.facebook.com/ArrowsnDiamondsRules Links:World Archery Barebow Weight Interpretation https://extranet.worldarchery.sport/documents/index.php/Rules/Interpretations/English/2019-2021/Bk3_Art11.1.1_Barebow_Weights.pdf
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Episode #133 - Kristina Pruccoli
Dec 1201:20:18Tap to summarizeEpisode #133 with @kristina_pruccoli discussing everything from world records, mental game, 2028 Olympics, pop dart championships, writing books, keeping journals, and hip hop musics @drdre diving into our sport! Subscribe for full video podcast at www.thebarebowproject.com Full audio version available on website and teaser episodes on YouTube! Kristina’s sponsors and supporters: @gillogold @jagerarcheryproducts @jagerarcheryproducts @victory_archery Special thank you to @hoyttargetarchery @lancasterarchery @xs_wings @fivicsusa @dragebue @jagerarcheryproducts 🎙️ @frankrmcdExclusive content , Coaching, & access to live recordings with full video episodes by becoming a Team Barebow Project Subscriber and clicking here: https://the-barebow-project-shop.four...Loving the podcast? Help support it by buying a cup of coffee here https://www.buymeacoffee.com/barebowp...Check out our apparel, training videos, online seminar and so much more at www.thebarebowproject.comOfficial Barebow Project apparel! Click the linkhttps://the-barebow-project-shop.four...Discount Codes: XS Wings - barebowproject20Ethics Archery - barebowproject10Linktree: https://linktr.ee/peakbarebowproject- online storeBarebow Project Shooter Schoolonline coachingin person coachingAdvanced Barebow Seminar…And Much MoreFollow The Barebow Project Page - / thebarebowpr. .Join The Barebow Project Subscribers Group - / theba. .Learn Barebow From John Demmer :https://thepusharchery.teachable.com/...GET EXCLUSIVE CONTENT HERE : https://the-barebow-project-shop.four...See our online store here: www.barebowproject.com for custom t-shirts and coaching! See our tee spring store that delivers in 10-14 days of order here:SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!PLEASE FOLLOW THEM HERE!Lancaster Archery Supply - www.lancasterarcherysupply.com Hoyt Target Archery - https://hoyt.com/XS Vanes - https://www.xswings.com/Arizona Archery Enterprises - https://arizonaarchery.com/Jager Archery Products - https://jagerarchery.com/Yost Archery Products - https://www.yostarcheryproducts.com/Victory Arrows https://www.victoryarchery.com/The Bow Band / arrowsndiamonds Rules Links:World Archery Barebow Weight Interpretation https://extranet.worldarchery.sport/d...
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Episode #132 - Compound vs Barebow w/ Jacob Benschjold
Dec 501:25:47Tap to summarizeIn this episode Frank McD & JD3 sit down with Swedish Compound World Champion and National Team member Jacob Benschjold to discuss his transition to barebow as an addition to his training and overall fun project. Jacob posted on IG and had a overwhelming response to shoot barebow so he dove right in. He had some questions so no one better then John to pull into the discussion and answer some pressing questions any barebow archer let alone compound shooter may have making the uncommon switch. Watch the full episode at www.thebarebowproject.com via subscriptions or full audio version for free at the website. Exclusive content , Coaching, & access to live recordings with full video episodes by becoming a Team Barebow Project Subscriber and clicking here: https://the-barebow-project-shop.fourthwall.comLoving the podcast? Help support it by buying a cup of coffee here https://www.buymeacoffee.com/barebowprojectCheck out our apparel, training videos, online seminar and so much more at www.thebarebowproject.comDiscount Codes: XS Wings - barebowproject20Ethics Archery - barebowproject10Linktree: https://linktr.ee/peakbarebowproject- online store- Barebow Project Shooter School- online coaching- in person coaching- Advanced Barebow Seminar…And Much MoreFollow The Barebow Project Page - https://www.facebook.com/thebarebowpr...Join The Barebow Project Subscribers Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/theba...Learn Barebow From John Demmer :https://thepusharchery.teachable.com/courses/jd3barebow?affcode=258579_ob5ie5fkGET EXCLUSIVE CONTENT HERE : https://the-barebow-project-shop.fourthwall.comSee our online store here: www.barebowproject.com for custom t-shirts and coaching! See our tee spring store that delivers in 10-14 days of order here:SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!PLEASE FOLLOW THEM HERE!Lancaster Archery Supply - www.lancasterarcherysupply.com Hoyt Target Archery - https://hoyt.com/XS Vanes - https://www.xswings.com/Arizona Archery Enterprises - https://arizonaarchery.com/Jager Archery Products - https://jagerarchery.com/Yost Archery Products - https://www.yostarcheryproducts.com/Victory Arrows https://www.victoryarchery.com/The Bow Band https://www.facebook.com/ArrowsnDiamondsRules Links:World Archery Barebow Weight Interpretation https://extranet.worldarchery.sport/documents/index.php/Rules/Interpretations/English/2019-2021/Bk3_Art11.1.1_Barebow_Weights.pdf
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Episode #131 Ludvig Rohlin - 2025 Leon Invitational Champ
Nov 400:59:49Tap to summarizeThis young man pulled a "Barker" Click here to watch Rich Barker's amazing match from 2018. on a new tournament in Sweden! Nice work Lars and Leo with all the work and congrats to Ludvig on the phenomenal performance! Exclusive content , Coaching, & access to live recordings with full video episodes by becoming a Team Barebow Project Subscriber and clicking here: https://the-barebow-project-shop.fourthwall.comLoving the podcast? Help support it by buying a cup of coffee here https://www.buymeacoffee.com/barebowprojectCheck out our apparel, training videos, online seminar and so much more at www.thebarebowproject.comOfficial Barebow Project apparel! Click the linkhttps://the-barebow-project-shop.fourthwall.comLinktree: https://linktr.ee/peakbarebowproject- online store- Barebow Project Shooter School- online coaching- in person coaching- Advanced Barebow Seminar…And Much MoreFollow The Barebow Project Page - https://www.facebook.com/thebarebowpr...Join The Barebow Project Subscribers Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/theba...Learn Barebow From John Demmer :https://thepusharchery.teachable.com/courses/jd3barebow?affcode=258579_ob5ie5fkGET EXCLUSIVE CONTENT HERE : https://the-barebow-project-shop.fourthwall.comSPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!PLEASE FOLLOW THEM HERE!Lancaster Archery Supply - www.lancasterarcherysupply.com Hoyt Target Archery - https://hoyt.com/XS Vanes - https://www.xswings.com/Arizona Archery Enterprises - https://arizonaarchery.com/Jager Archery Products - https://jagerarchery.com/Yost Archery Products - https://www.yostarcheryproducts.com/Victory Arrows https://www.victoryarchery.com/The Bow Band https://www.facebook.com/ArrowsnDiamondsRules Links:World Archery Barebow Weight Interpretation https://extranet.worldarchery.sport/documents/index.php/Rules/Interpretations/English/2019-2021/Bk3_Art11.1.1_Barebow_Weights.pdf
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Episode #130 Jay Barrs Olympic Gold Mindset (audio)
May 20, 202500:32:58Tap to summarizeFor full video episode join Team Barebow Project by visiting www.thebarebowproject.comREMINDER: Coach Series June 22 Field Archery w/ John Demmer exclusively for Team Barebow Project members and no additional cost to those subscribers. For as little as $20 per month you get to attend this monthly series and qualify for all give aways each month. Yes audio version will be available but attending live being able to speak with guests and ask questions is priceless. Exclusive content , Coaching, & access to live recordings with full video episodes by becoming a Team Barebow Project Subscriber and clicking here: https://the-barebow-project-shop.fourthwall.comLoving the podcast? Help support it by buying a cup of coffee here https://www.buymeacoffee.com/barebowprojectCheck out our apparel, training videos, online seminar and so much more at www.thebarebowproject.comOfficial Barebow Project apparel! Click the linkhttps://the-barebow-project-shop.fourthwall.comDiscount Codes: XS Wings - barebowproject20Ethics Archery - barebowproject10Linktree: https://linktr.ee/peakbarebowproject- online store- Barebow Project Shooter School- online coaching- in person coaching- Advanced Barebow Seminar…And Much MoreFollow The Barebow Project Page - https://www.facebook.com/thebarebowpr...Join The Barebow Project Subscribers Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/theba...Learn Barebow From John Demmer :https://thepusharchery.teachable.com/courses/jd3barebow?affcode=258579_ob5ie5fkGET EXCLUSIVE CONTENT HERE : https://the-barebow-project-shop.fourthwall.comSee our online store here: www.barebowproject.com for custom t-shirts and coaching! See our tee spring store that delivers in 10-14 days of order here:SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!PLEASE FOLLOW THEM HERE!Lancaster Archery Supply - www.lancasterarcherysupply.com Hoyt Target Archery - https://hoyt.com/XS Vanes - https://www.xswings.com/Arizona Archery Enterprises - https://arizonaarchery.com/Jager Archery Products - https://jagerarchery.com/Yost Archery Products - https://www.yostarcheryproducts.com/Victory Arrows https://www.victoryarchery.com/The Bow Band https://www.facebook.com/ArrowsnDiamondsRules Links:World Archery Barebow Weight Interpretation https://extranet.worldarchery.sport/documents/index.php/Rules/Interpretations/English/2019-2021/Bk3_Art11.1.1_Barebow_Weights.pdf
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