Question 1

Will this work with a cross bow?

Accepted Answer

Blastcloud targets will work with a crossbow, but you will want to use Bludgeon heads instead of field tips or broadheads and shoot through the end caps instead of the side of the target for best results. Video is with my compound bow and Saunders Bludgeon heads at 10 yards. A good hit will result in a nice sized cloud of color. A poor shot that just nicks the target will result in a small amount of released powder, but the target will be able to be reshot. Best to practice on the Mystery Target! Thanks!

Best,
Nick

Question 2

Is it possible for the target to not work at all or be defective?

Accepted Answer

The short answer is "NO". These targets contain a very fine and vibrant color powder inside of a paper shell. To "not work at all" would require completely missing the target. However, the size of the BlastCloud will depend on what you choose to shoot the target with, how close you are shooting, and how accurate you shoot it. 12 gauge slug + 10 yards + direct hit = BIG explosion. .22LR + any range + any hit = small explosion.

Question 3

Will this work fine with a vertical bow and field tip? Or better to use a broad head?

Accepted Answer

If you choose to shoot these with a bow, the best results/most powder dispersion occurs when you shoot a rubber bludgeon head directly through the end caps of a target set on a 2x4 ~shoulder height off the ground. I would not recommend using field tips or broadheads unless you're okay with a relatively small release of color powder since those will primarily cut through instead of breaking apart the target. Other than that, you just have to hit within a 3" circle under pressure 👍

Question 4

Will a paintball gun shoot through these?

Accepted Answer

Paintballs could potentially crack a small area where they hit and release a tiny amount of powder, but I really think a paintball would just splat on the side and knock the target over.

Thanks!
Nick

ASIN	B0973F1MQS
Best Sellers Rank	#57,774 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) #219 in Hunting Targets & Accessories
Brand Name	Ames Targets
Color	Pink, Blue, [Undisclosed Mystery Target Color]
Customer Reviews	4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars (386)
Item Weight	1.5 Pounds
Manufacturer	Ames Targets LLC
Material Type	Paper
Shape	Round
Size	3"
Sport Type	Hunting
UPC	195893256860

BlastCloud Gender Reveal Targets

Details

Details

Description

Specifications

Common Questions