Introducing the new Grizzly Hunter, a modern tribute to one of Fred Bears most legendary pursuits. Inspired by the classic Grizzly bows of the 1950s, this 58-inch recurve bow blends the best of longbow and recurve performance into one smooth, confident-shooting design. The Grizzly Hunter features a sleek, refined profile and a medium, radiused grip engineered to fit comfortably in any archer's hand. Its riser is crafted from beautiful Canary wood, showcasing natural tones of brown, red, tan, and yellow that make every bow visually unique. The limbs are constructed with clear fiberglass over hard rock maple, creating a clean traditional look with dependable durability. Each bow comes equipped with a Dacron string and includes Bears classic Bear Hair Rest and leather strike plate for an authentic traditional setup. Finished with the iconic Bear medallion and proudly handcrafted in the USA, the Grizzly Hunter delivers premium craftsmanship and standout value, making it a perfect addition to any traditional archers' collection. Classic Inspiration, Modern DesignA tribute to Fred Bears legendary Grizzly bows, blending longbow and recurve performance into one smooth-shooting design Premium CraftsmanshipHandcrafted in the USA with a Canary wood riser that showcases natural, unique tones of brown, red, tan, and yellow Durable, Traditional LimbsNo color fiberglass over hard rock maple limbs provide dependable performance with a clean, classic look Comfortable, Ergonomic GripMedium, radiused grip designed to fit naturally in any archer’s hand for consistent comfort and control Authentic Traditional SetupIncludes Dacron string, Bear Hair Rest, leather strike plate, and finished with the iconic Bear medallion

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Part of our River Series Longbows and inspired by the waters that inspired Fred Bear, the Main Stream Longbow pays tribute to one of Michigan's legendary AuSable River branches. This is the same river where Fred Bear spent countless days fishing, reflecting, and shaping his legacy in the outdoors. Built with the timeless craftsmanship Bear Archery is known for, the Main Stream features a sleek low-wrist, thin grip crafted from Bolivian Rosewood and Hardrock Maple, paired with a reflex/deflex narrow limb design and fiberglass-reinforced tips for smooth, confident shooting. Measuring 60 inches, the Main Stream delivers a balanced, versatile feel that honors traditional roots while offering dependable modern performance. Fred Bear Heritage InspiredDesigned in tribute to the Main Stream of the AuSable River, where Fred Bear spent countless days fishing, reflecting, and shaping his legacy in the outdoors Three Distinct ModelsAvailable in three lengths to fit different shooting styles: 58" South Branch, 60" Main Stream, and 62" North Branch Classic Low-Wrist GripA sleek, thin low-wrist grip delivers a natural hand position and consistent feel shot after shot Premium Natural MaterialsCrafted from Bolivian Rosewood and Hardrock Maple for a refined look, durability, and traditional appeal Smooth Reflex/Deflex PerformanceNarrow limb design with fiberglass-reinforced tips provides smooth draws, efficient energy transfer, and dependable shooting performance

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Part of our River Series Longbows and inspired by the waters that inspired Fred Bear, the Main Stream Longbow pays tribute to one of Michigan's legendary AuSable River branches. This is the same river where Fred Bear spent countless days fishing, reflecting, and shaping his legacy in the outdoors. Built with the timeless craftsmanship Bear Archery is known for, the Main Stream features a sleek low-wrist, thin grip crafted from Bolivian Rosewood and Hardrock Maple, paired with a reflex/deflex narrow limb design and fiberglass-reinforced tips for smooth, confident shooting. Measuring 60 inches, the Main Stream delivers a balanced, versatile feel that honors traditional roots while offering dependable modern performance. Fred Bear Heritage InspiredDesigned in tribute to the Main Stream of the AuSable River, where Fred Bear spent countless days fishing, reflecting, and shaping his legacy in the outdoors Three Distinct ModelsAvailable in three lengths to fit different shooting styles: 58" South Branch, 60" Main Stream, and 62" North Branch Classic Low-Wrist GripA sleek, thin low-wrist grip delivers a natural hand position and consistent feel shot after shot Premium Natural MaterialsCrafted from Bolivian Rosewood and Hardrock Maple for a refined look, durability, and traditional appeal Smooth Reflex/Deflex PerformanceNarrow limb design with fiberglass-reinforced tips provides smooth draws, efficient energy transfer, and dependable shooting performance

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Flowing through northern Michigan with quiet persistence, the north branch of the AuSable River helped shape both the landscape and the archery legacy of Fred Bear.  The Bear North Branch Longbow carries that same sense of balance and intention, blending timeless longbow aesthetics with modern reflex/deflex performance. It’s a bow built for shooters who value smoothness, control, and the kind of confidence that comes from tradition done right.  The 62" North Branch delivers smooth draw characteristics, excellent stability, and forgiving accuracy. Its reflex/deflex narrow limb design provides efficient energy transfer without sacrificing the calm, composed shooting experience traditional longbow shooters crave. This is a bow that rewards clean form and steady rhythm, especially at longer draw lengths. 

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