Frequently Asked Questions

Will my bow fit in Bowkaddy?

If I need to drill extra holes in the main support arm to fit my bow, how do I do this?

I'm having some difficulty getting the ATV Bracket to tighten securely to my quad rack.  What can I do?

Can Bowkaddy be mounted to a Polaris ATV even though it does not have a metal rack?

I have a UTV, but not a Ranger, Rhino, Prowler or Redneck.  How can I mount Bowkaddy onto my machine?

What purchase and payment options are available?

As an archery retailer, how do I get set up for selling Bowkaddy and its accessories?

Is vehicle vibration something to be concerned about?

Does Bowkaddy work with crossbows?

Is the Bowkaddy Bow Kover considered legal in Colorado?

Q - Will my bow fit in Bowkaddy?

A - The 2015 Bowkaddy model will work with >99% of every hunting bow that's ever been made, including compound, recurve, long and crossbows.  In the majority of situations, the swing arms can be secured in place by inserting the pin in one of the pre-drilled holes in the main support arm.  In some cases, a customized hole or two may be required to accommodate certain limb geometries or if a symmetric fit is desired.  In these cases, refer to FAQ #2 below.  In only a few known cases involving very long ATA bows will it be necessary to keep one or both swing arm pins positioned outside the main support arm.  The bows that are known currently to fall into this category are the Mathews No-Cam HTR, Hoyt Nitrum 34 and the Elite Synergy.  These bows will still fit in Bowkaddy and the overall mount will be secure when the bow is inserted, but the swing arms will not be secured in position when the bow is removed.

The only two bows currently known to NOT fit the 2015 Bowkaddy model is the Hoyt Carbon Spyder ZT LD and the Mathews V3X 33.

A - If extra holes are required in the main support arm, the following procedure must be followed:

1.  Align the limbs of the bow with the Bowkaddy grips such that the swing arms are symmetrically positioned.

2.  Determine and mark the position of the holes in the main support arm.  With the 2015 Bowkaddy model, the Hole Template can be used to do this.
      Refrain from drilling new holes too close to the edge of the component and the other holes.

3.  Use a 1/4" drill bit to drill the hole(s) to a maximum depth of 3/16" or 5mm.  Start the drill on a very slow setting to avoid drilling too deeply.

A - There are a few key considerations in getting KBA to tighten securely to your ATV rack:

- The point of contact between the J-bolt and the tube must be as illustrated in the Product Sheet.

- The open side of the J-bolt must be in the same direction as the KBA bend.

- If you own an ATV Bracket manufactured prior to 2015, and it won't quite fit around the metal tubes of the ATV rack, it will be necessary to open the bend in the ATV Bracket slightly to allow it to wrap around the larger rack members.   This is easily accomplished by using a crescent wrench or bench vice.  Be careful not to widen the opening too far as this will cause metal fatigue in the bracket and possible failure.

A - Yes.  Bowkaddy can be direct fastened to the plastic rack of Polaris four-wheelers. Note that this typically means drilling holes in the plastic and the possible addition of a reinforcement plate (plywood, metal or other rigid material) on the underside of the rack.  For a couple model years, Polaris included a set of parallel metal strips on the front rack.  If this applies to you, see the instruction sheet below for some installation recommendations.  For newer Polaris ATV models equipped with "Lock & Ride", check out the PAC Bracket.

  Instruction Sheet - Polaris ATV's

A - Click on the respective link below pertaining to your particular UTV:

  Kawasaki Teryx Mounting Instructions

  Polaris RZR Mounting Instructions

A - Purchases can be made in any of the following ways:

1. Directly through the online Store of this website.  Alaris Concepts currently utilizes a Paypal Shopping Cart, one of the most secure and commonly used forms of on-line payment.  Use your Paypal account or Credit Card (Paypal account not required).  Purchases made here result in timely delivery and automatic entry into the Quad Giveaway Contest.

2. Mail order.  Phone or email Alaris Concepts to place your order.  Currently accepted forms of payment include VISA and MasterCard.

3. Authorized retail outlets.  Alaris Concepts is actively pursuing the wholesale market to bring its products to a larger audience.  See which dealers are present in your area here.  If you would like to see Bowkaddy in your local archery or sporting goods shop, send me a request or, better yet, drop a hint at your local store and have them contact me!

A - To become an authorized dealer for Bowkaddy and other Alaris Concepts products, contact Alaris Concepts by phone or email.  All inquiries welcome.

A - No.  Bowkaddy is designed to substantially reduce the effects of vehicular vibration on the bow.  Bowkaddy alone boasts 4 separate rubberized contact points that serve to dampen vibration between the vehicle and the bow.  These include the two rubber grips which hold the bow limbs and the two rubber washers sandwiched between the main support arm and each swing arm.  If the ATV Bracket is used, vibration is further dampened by another 3 separate rubberized contact points, for a total of 7.

A - Yes.  Bowkaddy provides excellent support for the limbs of a crossbow.  The stock must be independently supported by a standard rifle mount such as the Kolpin Gun Grip II (not available through Alaris Concepts).  Read Issue #14 of the Bowkaddy Bulletin for more information on the crossbow application.

A - The OHV (off-highway vehicle) regulations stipulate that the hard or soft case must not have any open ends or sides.  As such, the original Bow Kover would not be considered legal on ATV's or UTV's since it does not completely enclose the bow.  However, it can be legally used on bikes and boats, which are not considered OHV's.  The Bowkaddy Full Kover, on the other hand, is considered legal encasement in all situations.