Archery Bow Stand

Description

CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS

This application claims priority to U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 63/737,636 titled “ARCHERY BOW STAND,” filed Dec. 21, 2024, the contents of which are incorporated by reference in its entirety for all purposes.

This application claims priority to U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 63/844,725 titled “ARCHERY BOW STAND,” filed Jul. 16, 2025, the contents of which are incorporated by reference in its entirety for all purposes.

BACKGROUND

Archery hunters and target shooters frequently hold a bow in a raised position for extended periods while waiting for an opportunity to shoot. Maintaining a bow in an aiming or partially elevated pre-aiming position can lead to significant muscle fatigue, particularly in the shoulder, forearm, and hand. This fatigue may reduce shooting accuracy, shorten the amount of time the archer can remain ready to shoot, and involve repeated lifting motions that can be undesirable in hunting situations where movement may alert nearby animals.

Existing support solutions typically fall into two categories. Some devices mount to the user's arm or wrist and transfer a portion of the bow's weight to the ground. These designs still need the user to support a substantial portion of the bow's weight through the wrist, hand, and lower forearm, and may be uncomfortable or unsuitable for users with wrist or hand pain. Other devices are freestanding or bow-mounted stands intended only to hold the bow upright when not in use. Such stands generally position the bow at a low height near the ground and are not configured to support the bow while it is being held, drawn, or aimed by the user.

Certain bow-mounted accessories provide short, rigid legs to support the bow when resting on the ground, but these are not designed to support the bow in elevated aiming or pre-aim positions. Existing long support structures that do contact the ground typically involve attachment at multiple points on the bow, rely on complex mounting hardware, which can add weight, increase bulk, complicate installation, or interfere with normal bow operation.

SUMMARY

The present invention relates to a bow-mounted support stand configured to assist an archer in holding an archery bow in elevated positions. In one aspect, an archery apparatus includes an archery bow having a stabilizer insert and a bow stand attachable directly to the bow via the stabilizer insert. The bow stand includes a connector component configured to receive a bolt (e.g., of a stabilizer) passed through the connector component and into the stabilizer insert to secure the bow stand to the bow. The stand further includes at least one leg having a first end connected to the connector component and a second end configured to contact a ground surface. When the stand is attached to the bow and the second end of the leg contacts the ground surface, the leg is positioned to support some or all of the weight of the bow while the bow is held by a user in an aiming or pre-aiming position.

In various embodiments, the connector component may be configured to receive a stabilizer bolt or a custom bolt, and the leg or legs may be straight, angled, curved, or adjustable in length. Various embodiments may employ only one leg or only two legs and may include structures that allow clearance around portions of the bow while positioning the leg to provide support during standing, kneeling, or sitting shooting positions.

These and other features and aspects of various examples may be understood in view of the following detailed discussion and accompanying drawings.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

FIG. 1 illustrates an archery apparatus in an implementation.

FIGS. 2A-2E illustrate a bow stand in an implementation.

FIG. 3 illustrates an archery apparatus in implementation.

FIG. 4A illustrates an archery apparatus in implementation.

FIG. 4B illustrates a bow stand in an implementation.

FIG. 4C illustrates bow stands in various implementations.

FIGS. 5A-5B illustrate a bow stand in an implementation.

FIGS. 6A-6C illustrate a bow stand in an implementation.

FIG. 6D illustrates the connector component in an implementation.

FIG. 7A illustrates a bow stand in an implementation.

FIG. 7B illustrates a connector component in an implementation.

FIGS. 8A and 8B illustrate a bow stand in an implementation.

FIGS. 9A and 9B illustrate a bow stand in an implementation.

FIGS. 10A and 10B illustrate a bow stand in an implementation.

FIG. 11 illustrates an archery apparatus in another implementation.

FIG. 12 illustrates archery bow stand in an implementation.

FIG. 13 illustrates an archery bow stand in an implementation.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

The disclosed bow-mounted stand provides support for an archery bow while the bow is held by a user in elevated positions, including aiming and pre-aiming positions. The stand attaches directly to the bow at the stabilizer insert using a connector component that receives a bolt passed through the connector and into the stabilizer insert. In some embodiments the bolt may be the bolt of a conventional stabilizer, allowing the stand to be mounted between the stabilizer and the bow. In other embodiments the connector may receive a custom bolt sized and threaded for direct engagement with the stabilizer insert.

The stand includes one or two legs (depending on the implementation) extending from the connector component. Each leg has a first end attached to the connector and a second end configured to contact a ground surface. When the stand is attached to the bow and the second end of the leg contacts the ground, the leg supports at least a portion of the weight of the bow. This support occurs while the bow is elevated in a shooting posture, enabling the archer to maintain an aiming or partially raised pre-aiming position with reduced muscular effort. The stand therefore enables an archer to remain in a ready position for longer durations while minimizing fatigue, arm strain, and shoulder load.

The connector component may take a variety of shapes, including linear, curved, angled, or multi-segment geometries. These geometries may be selected so that the leg is located at a position beneath the bow's center of gravity, or beneath a midpoint of the bow, to promote balance and effective vertical support. In some embodiments, the connector may include a protruding portion oriented generally horizontally when the bow is held in a shooting orientation, and an attachment portion at an oblique angle relative to the protruding portion. This configuration can position the leg at a suitable angle for stable ground contact and efficient load transfer.

The leg or legs may be straight, angled, or curved. In certain embodiments, the assembly includes only one leg, including bends or curvature engineered to route the leg around portions of the bow, such as the lower limb, while still placing the ground-contacting end beneath a favorable support location. In other embodiments, the stand may include exactly two legs extending from the connector component. Two-leg arrangements may provide additional stability, particularly for slower, steadier aiming positions or for shooters who desire a wider support footprint.

The leg or legs may be of fixed length or adjustable in length. Adjustable-length embodiments may include telescoping segments or sliding-pole structures that allow the leg to be extended to a desired height for aiming or pre-aiming. Longer leg lengths may be used to support the bow during standing shots, while shorter lengths may support kneeling, sitting, or leaning shots. In some embodiments, the leg may be sufficiently long to maintain the bow at an elevated shooting posture when the user's arm is partially or fully extended.

The bow stand may remain attached to the bow during transportation, stalking movements, walking, or repositioning by the user. Because the stand mounts at the stabilizer insert location, it can remain in place without interfering with the bowstring, arrow path, grip, or other functional structures of the bow. The stand may also coexist with a stabilizer when configured to receive the stabilizer bolt through the connector.

Materials suitable for constructing the connector component and legs may include metals, composite structures, carbon fiber, polymers, or combinations thereof. Lightweight and rigid materials may be selected to minimize overall weight while maintaining structural strength and resistance to flexing under load.

In use, the bow stand enables an archer to position the bow such that a portion of the bow's weight is transmitted to the ground instead of being borne entirely by the archer's shoulder, forearm, and wrist. This feature can be beneficial for hunters waiting for an animal to enter a shooting lane, target shooters holding the bow on target for extended durations, or archers with injuries or limited muscular endurance. The stand also reduces repetitive lifting motions to repeatedly raise the bow from a resting position to an aiming position, thereby reducing motion that could disturb surrounding wildlife in a hunting context. The bow stand also provides for a mounting means with only one point of attachment via the stabilizer insert, greatly simplifying assembly compared to devices mounted to other parts of the bow.

FIG. 1 illustrates archery apparatus 100 in an implementation. Archery apparatus 100 includes an archery bow 105, bow stand 120, and stabilizer 125. Bow 105 includes a riser supporting an upper limb 155, a lower limb 156, and a bowstring 159 extending between distal ends of the limbs. Bow 105 further includes a stabilizer insert 122, which is a threaded receptacle configured to receive a stabilizer bolt for attachment of stabilizer 125 or other accessories. Bow 105 may be a recurve or compound bow in various implementations.

Bow stand 120 is mounted to bow 105 at stabilizer insert 122. In the implementation of FIG. 1, a stabilizer bolt associated with stabilizer 125 passes through connector component 115 of bow stand 120 and threads into stabilizer insert 122, thereby clamping connector component 115 securely against the riser 177 of bow 105.

Connector component 115 extends forward and/or downward relative to bow 105 when the bow is held in a shooting orientation. Connector component 115 establishes the geometric relationship between bow 105 and the leg of bow stand 120, positioning the leg such that its lower end engages a ground surface 110 when bow 105 is held in an aiming or pre-aiming posture.

Bow stand 120 includes leg 111 (only one leg in the implementation of FIG. 1) having an upper end 121 (also referred to as a first end) attached to connector component 115 and a lower end 123 (also referred to as a second end) configured to contact ground 110. Upper end 121 may be fixed, threaded, press-fit, sleeved, or otherwise mechanically attached to connector component 115. Lower end 123 defines the ground-contacting region that transfers a portion of the weight of bow 105 to ground 110 when bow stand 120 is in use.

Coordinate system 199 illustrates an orientation reference frame, in which the Z-axis extends generally vertical relative to ground 110, and the Y-axis extends generally horizontal relative to ground 110 and substantially perpendicular to the riser 177. When bow 105 is held by a user in an aiming or pre-aiming position, connector component 115 may be oriented such that a horizontal portion of connector component 115 extends substantially along the Y-axis direction, while the leg extends at an oblique angle relative to both the Y- and Z-directions to place lower end 123 at an advantageous support location on ground 110.

Lower end 123 of the leg may be positioned substantially (i.e., within a 2 inch radius on the ground) beneath a midpoint 150 of bow 105. Midpoint 150 may represent a longitudinal location between bowstring 159 and limbs 155, 156. Positioning lower end 123 beneath midpoint 150 allows a portion of the gravitational load of bow 105 to be transferred vertically through bow stand 120 into ground 110, reducing the load carried by the user's shoulder, forearm, and wrist.

Connector component 115 provides that leg 111 is routed laterally around lower limb 156 such that lower end 123 is located beneath midpoint 150 without interfering with lower limb 156 or bowstring 159. In single-leg embodiments, such geometric shaping may allow bow stand 120 to remain attached to bow 105 during movement or transport while avoiding interference with shot execution.

Leg 111 may be fixed in length or adjustable in length. Adjustable-length embodiments may include telescoping structures, nested tubes, or sliding-pole mechanisms allowing the leg to extend to greater than 24 inches (e.g., between 24 and 30 inches) to support full-height standing shots, or to retract to shorter lengths suitable for kneeling or sitting shots. In fixed-length embodiments, leg 111 may have a length greater than 24 inches (e.g., between 24 and 30 inches). Leg 111 may be configured to position bow 105 in a pre-aiming position that is approximately 1-2 inches lower along the Z-axis than a full aiming position, reducing the amount of motion for an archer to raise bow 105 for release.

Bow stand 120 may remain attached to bow 105 while the user walks or repositions, without obstructing the arrow path, bowstring 159, cable systems, or limb movement of bow 105. Bow stand 120 (and bow stands in other implementations described herein) may be constructed from rigid or lightweight materials including aluminum, carbon fiber, polymer, composite materials, or combinations thereof, selected to maintain structural stiffness during load transfer.

FIGS. 2A-2E illustrate various views of bow stand 120 (described above in FIG. 1) including connector component 115 in additional detail. Connector component 115 includes flange 119 having a connector hole 114 configured to receive a stabilizer bolt. Connector hole 114 is positioned such that, when a stabilizer bolt is inserted through hole 114 and threaded into stabilizer insert 122 of bow 105, connector component 115 is clamped securely against the riser of the bow. In implementations where stabilizer 125 is present, the stabilizer bolt associated with stabilizer 125 may pass through connector hole 114. In other implementations, connector hole 114 may receive a custom bolt sized to directly engage stabilizer insert 122.

Connector component 115 includes a horizontal portion 116, oriented generally along the Y-axis of coordinate system 199 when bow 105 is held in an aiming or pre-aiming position. Horizontal portion 116 may be configured to extend forward from bow 105 so as to locate attachment portion 118 at a position spaced from the bow's riser. This spacing may provide room for curvature or angled geometry in the leg and may ensure that leg movement or ground contact does not interfere with lower limb 156 of bow 105.

Attachment portion 118 extends downward or at an oblique angle relative to horizontal portion 116 and serves as the structure to which the leg of bow stand 120 is attached. In the illustrated implementation, attachment portion 118 includes a channel 112 sized and shaped to receive an upper end 121 of the leg. Channel 112 may be formed as a slot, sleeve, recess, or contoured opening, and may be configured to receive upper end 121 via a press-fit, threaded connection, adhesive bond, or removable fastener.

Leg 111 extends from upper end 121 to a lower end 123 (see FIG. 1) that contacts ground 110 during operation. Leg 111 may be a single-piece member or a multi-piece telescoping assembly capable of extending to various lengths. In adjustable-length embodiments individual leg segments may extend relative to each other to increase or decrease total length. Leg 111 may include straight, angled, or curved sections configured to route around lower limb 156 and position lower end 123 beneath a desired support location relative to bow 105, such as beneath midpoint 150 of the bow or beneath a region corresponding to a center of gravity of the bow.

Connector portion 118, horizontal portion 116, and flange 119 may be integrally formed as a single piece or may be assembled from multiple pieces joined using welds, adhesives, threaded connections, mechanical fasteners, or molded integration. The angular relationship between horizontal portion 116 and connector portion 118 may be selected such that the leg extends toward ground 110 at an angle that supports bow 105 when the bow is held in an aiming or pre-aiming position.

FIG. 3 illustrates another implementation of bow stand 320 mounted to archery bow 105, similar in general configuration to the example shown in FIG. 1 but configured to position the leg farther forward relative to bow 105 along the Y axis. In this implementation, bow stand 120 includes connector component 315 having a flange with a connector hole configured to receive a stabilizer bolt, in a substantially similar way described with respect to the previous embodiment. Connector component 315 includes a horizontal portion 316 that extends a greater distance in the Y-direction of coordinate system 199 compared to the corresponding horizontal portion 116 of FIG. 1. Connector component 315 is fixedly attached to upper end 321 of leg 311. The extended length of horizontal portion 316 places connector portion lower end 323 of leg 311 farther forward, beneath the riser of bow 105.

Bow 105 again includes upper limb 155, lower limb 156, bowstring 159, and stabilizer insert 122, which receives a stabilizer bolt securing bow stand 120 to the bow. The increased forward extension of horizontal portion 316 enables lower end 323 of leg 311 to be positioned at a location beneath or substantially (i.e., within a 2 inch radius on the ground) beneath a center of gravity 160 of bow 105 when the bow is held in an aiming or pre-aiming position. Center of gravity 160 represents a vertical projection point in the Z-direction at which the aggregate mass of bow 105 is balanced. Positioning the bottom end of leg 311 beneath center of gravity 160 allows the leg of bow stand 120, when attached, to provide more direct vertical support.

Connector portion 118 again includes channel 112, which receives upper end 121 of leg 311. The leg extends from upper end 321 to lower end 323, which contacts ground surface 110 during operation. By shifting the attachment point forward relative to bow 105, the ground-contacting location of lower end 323 is also shifted forward, resulting in an orientation that allows the leg to transfer a larger proportion of the bow's weight directly through connector component 315 into ground 110. This arrangement can reduce the torque applied to the user's wrist or shoulder when maintaining an aiming position.

The extended horizontal portion 316 may be selected based on the geometry of bow 105, including limb length, riser shape, and stabilizer insert placement. For example, certain bows may have a center of gravity located farther forward relative to the riser, and horizontal portion 316 may be dimensioned to position connector portion 118 substantially beneath this location. Alternative embodiments may vary the length of horizontal portion 316 to accommodate differences in bow length, brace height, or accessory weight distribution.

FIG. 4A illustrates another example embodiment of a bow-mounted stand, shown here as bow stand 420, configured with two legs 411 (exactly two legs in this implementation) extending from a connector component 415. As in previously described embodiments, connector component 415 is configured to receive a stabilizer bolt associated with stabilizer 125, which can be inserted through a connector hole 114 for threaded engagement with stabilizer insert 122 (see FIG. 1) of bow 105. Bow 105 includes upper limb 155, lower limb 156, bowstring 159, and a riser consistent with earlier descriptions.

Connector portion 418 includes two channels 112, each configured to receive an upper end 121 of a respective leg 411. Channels 112 may have internal faces, splines, or registration features configured to hold each upper end 121 in a fixed or adjustable angular orientation relative to connector component 415.

Each leg 411 extends from its upper end 421 within coupled to connector component 415 to a lower end 423, which is configured to contact ground surface 110 when bow stand 420 is in use. The two legs 411 may diverge from each other, creating a wider ground-contact footprint that enhances lateral stability. Divergence angles may be selected such that lower ends 423 reside beneath or proximate to midpoint 150 of bow 105, or beneath a vertical projection of the bow's center of gravity 160, when the bow is held by a user in an aiming or pre-aiming position.

Legs 411 may be implemented as straight, angled, curved, or multi-segment structures, and may include telescoping sections or sliding-pole mechanisms enabling independent adjustment of leg lengths. Such individual adjustment may be used to accommodate uneven terrain, different archer stances, or varying shooting postures.

The embodiment of FIG. 4A demonstrates that bow stand 420 may be constructed with two diverging legs 411 that provide a broader support base while maintaining compatibility with stabilizer insert 122 and enabling weight transfer from bow 105 to ground 110 during elevated holding positions. This two-leg configuration provides enhanced stability while keeping all support structures clear of bowstring 159, lower limb 156 by extending on lateral sides of limb 156.

FIG. 4B illustrates bow stand 420 of FIG. 4A. in which connector component 415 supports two legs 411. The two legs 411 diverge from connector component 415 to form a stable ground-contact geometry. Stabilizer 125 is shown coupled to connector component 415, with the stand configured for attachment to the bow via the stabilizer insert.

FIG. 4C illustrates several three examples bow stands having two legs, shown respectively as stands 420a, 420b, and 420c, each having a respective connector component 415a, 415b, 415c configured to support respective legs 411a, 411b, 411c at different angles. The differing angles of legs 411a 411b, 411c provide varying stability characteristics, ground-contact geometries, or support positions when the stands are attached to an archery bow.

FIGS. 5A and 5B illustrate bow stand 420 in a collapsed or shortened configuration, suitable for use when the archer is lying down or operating from a low-profile hunting position. In this embodiment, legs 411 are retracted or adjusted to a reduced length relative to the extended configurations shown in FIG. 4. Connector component 415 remains secured to bow 105 beneath stabilizer 125, with the shortened legs 411 positioned along the lower limb region to provide ground support while minimizing height above the ground.

FIG. 5B illustrates bow stand 420 in a collapsed configuration similar to FIG. 5A, shown here detached from the bow for clarity. Connector component 415 supports shortened legs 411, which may include telescoping extension mechanisms enabling them to transition between the reduced-length configuration shown and the longer, extended configurations illustrated in FIG. 4. Stabilizer 125 is shown attached to connector component 415, with the legs 411 oriented to provide a compact support geometry with minimal lift above ground 110 (e.g., when the user is in a crouched or laying position).

FIGS. 6A-6D illustrate additional views of bow stand 420 and connector component 415 (of FIG. 4A), showing varying levels of structural detail. Bow stand 420 includes two legs 411 extending from connector component 415, with connector component 415 configured to attach to bow 105 via stabilizer bolt 126 and stabilizer 125, as described in earlier embodiments.

FIG. 6A illustrates bow stand 420 with legs 411 attached to connector component 415, shown in an isolated view with minimal detail. This figure depicts the general external geometry of stand 420, including the diverging legs 411 and the upper attachment region at connector component 415.

FIG. 6B illustrates a view of bow stand 420 with additional detail, including stabilizer 125, stabilizer bolt 126, and connector component 415. Connector component 415 includes connector hole 416, through which stabilizer bolt 126 passes to secure stabilizer 125 and bow stand 420 to the bow's stabilizer insert. Legs 411 extend downward from connector component 415, and this embodiment corresponds structurally to the connector-only configuration shown in FIG. 6D.

FIG. 6C illustrates a view of bow stand 420 in another embodiment in which connector component 415 is shown supporting legs 411 and receiving stabilizer bolt 126 of stabilizer 125. The connector hole 416 aligns with stabilizer bolt 126 to secure both the stabilizer and stand to the bow's stabilizer insert. This view provides additional angular and positional detail of the connector's interface with the stabilizer.

FIG. 6D illustrates connector component 415 alone, without legs or stabilizer attached. This figure shows the structural features of connector component 415, including horizontal portion 417, downward portion 418, and mounting channels 419, as well as connector hole 416, which receives the stabilizer bolt 126 shown in earlier figures. FIG. 6D corresponds to the connector geometry used in FIGS. 6A-6C.

FIG. 7A illustrates another embodiment of bow stand 720 having a sliding or vertically adjustable leg structure. Bow stand 720 includes a connector 715 component having a horizontal portion 716, a sleeve 718, and a flange 719 configured for attachment to stabilizer 125. In this embodiment, sleeve 718 is positioned at a lower region of connector component 715 and functions as a sliding receptacle for leg 711. Leg 711 may translate upward or downward within sleeve 718, enabling the user to adjust the overall length of the stand.

The left-hand illustration of FIG. 7A shows leg 711 in an elevated position, with an upper segment of leg 711 extending farther through sleeve 718, effectively shortening the ground-contact height of bow stand 720 when mounted to a bow. The right-hand illustration shows leg 711 in a lowered position, in which a greater portion of leg 711 extends below sleeve 718, producing a longer operational length for supporting a bow in an aiming or pre-aiming position.

Horizontal portion 716 extends toward stabilizer 125, and flange 719 is configured to align with the stabilizer bolt associated with stabilizer 125, allowing bow stand 720 to be secured at the bow's stabilizer insert. Sleeve 718 may include internal features such as friction interfaces, detents, guide rails, or locking elements to maintain leg 711 at a desired height. The sliding-leg configuration enables bow stand 720 to be used at different bow elevations, for example, full-height standing shots, kneeling shots, or low-profile prone-hunting positions, while maintaining compatibility with stabilizer 125 and while keeping the leg 711 aligned beneath an appropriate support point of the bow.

FIG. 7B illustrates connector component 715 of bow stand 720 (of FIG. 7A) shown apart from the remainder of the stand assembly. Connector component 715 includes a forward-extending horizontal portion 716 formed as a lightweight lattice structure configured to provide strength and stiffness while minimizing overall mass. Flange 719 includes connector hole 714, which is sized to receive a stabilizer bolt for attachment to the stabilizer insert of the bow. When stabilizer 125 is present, the stabilizer bolt may pass through connector hole 714 to secure both stabilizer 125 and connector component 715 to the bow.

FIG. 8A illustrates another embodiment of bow stand 820 in which both connector component 815 and leg 811 incorporate curved geometries. Stabilizer 125 attaches to connector component 815 in a manner consistent with prior embodiments, such as via a stabilizer bolt extending through a connector hole in connector component 815 and into the stabilizer insert of the bow. Connector component 815 includes a forward-extending region that transitions into a pronounced curved portion designed to route around the lower limb of the bow. This curvature provides clearance relative to the bow's limb while still positioning leg 811 in a stable, ground-contacting orientation (e.g., beneath a center of gravity or midpoint of the bow).

Leg 811 extends from connector component 815 and includes one or more curved segments that continue the routing path initiated by the connector's curvature. The shape of leg 811 may be selected to position its lower end beneath a desired support point of the bow, for example, beneath the bow's midpoint or beneath a projection of its center of gravity, while avoiding interference with the lower limb during draw or release. In some implementations, leg 811 may include telescoping segments or sliding joints to allow extension or retraction, while in other implementations leg 811 may be a fixed-length curved tube or rod.

The curved geometry of connector component 815 and leg 811 allows stand 820 to place the lower end of leg 811 at a forward or downward position relative to the bow while following a non-linear path around bow structures. This provides structural clearance for bows with pronounced limb angles or large limb pockets and enables stand 820 to deliver ground support during aiming or pre-aiming without interfering with the bowstring path or limb movement.

FIG. 8B illustrates bow stand 820 of FIG. 8A in an exploded view. FIG. 8B illustrates that leg 811 includes individual leg portions 811a, 811b, 811c, and 811d, which couple together using channels 808 and inserts 809. Connector component 815 includes flange 819 and connector hole 816 for securing stabilizer 125 to the bow. FIG. 8B demonstrates how curved or segmented leg structures can be assembled to form the overall curved leg 811 shape shown in FIG. 8A.

Leg portions 811a-811d are joined using internal or external engagement structures, including channels 808 and inserts 809. In the illustrated embodiment, one leg portion includes channel 808, while the adjacent leg portion includes an insert 809 that fits within the channel. The channel-and-insert interface may be implemented as a press fit, threaded engagement, sleeve-and-pin connection, adhesive joint, or another mechanical fastening method. These interfaces permit the leg portions to be assembled into a continuous support leg, and in some embodiments may allow one or more of the leg portions to be removed or added to adjusted the overall length.

Bow stand 820 includes a connector component 815, which attaches to the bow at its stabilizer insert via stabilizer 125. Connector component 815 includes flange 819 and connector hole 816, through which the stabilizer bolt passes to secure stabilizer 125 and stand 820 to the bow. Connector component 815 may include a curved or angled region configured to route the upper end of leg 811 around limb structures of the bow.

FIGS. 9A and 9B illustrate another embodiment of bow stand 920 in which a curved connector component 915 is used to couple stabilizer 125 to leg 911. Stabilizer 125 may attach to connector component 915 through a connector hole formed in the bracket, which receives a stabilizer bolt that extends into the stabilizer insert of the bow. Connector 915 is shown as a bent or curved bracket, having a first portion that aligns with stabilizer 125 and a second portion that extends downward or forward to position leg 911 at a desired support location beneath the bow (e.g., beneath a center of gravity or midpoint of the bow). Connector 915 includes two leg-mount holes positioned along the downward-extending portion of the bracket. These holes receive an upper end of leg 911, which may be inserted, pinned, press-fit, or otherwise fastened within connector 915. The use of two leg-mount holes may provide redundant fastening points for improved structural rigidity.

Leg 911 extends away from connector 915 and may include straight, angled, or telescoping features, depending on the embodiment. Leg 911 terminates at a ground-contact point when stand 920 is attached to the bow. The geometry of connector 915 positions leg 911 in an orientation that allows the stand to support the bow during aiming, pre-aiming, or waiting periods, while routing the support structure around bow limbs or riser portions.

This embodiment demonstrates that bow stand 920 may employ a curved bracket connector 915 with multiple mounting holes for securing leg 911, while also providing a connector hole for attachment of stabilizer 125 through the bow's stabilizer insert.

FIGS. 10A and 10B additional views bow stand 920 (of FIGS. 9A and 9B). As illustrated, connector component 915 includes a flange 971 at its upper end. Flange 971 incorporates a connector hole 951a, through which a stabilizer bolt may be inserted to secure stabilizer 125 and connector 915 to the bow's stabilizer insert. Below flange 971, connector 915 transitions into an angled portion 972. Angled portion 972 includes a first mounting hole 951b, which is configured to receive a mounting protrusion 909 formed at the upper end of leg 911.

Below angled portion 972, connector 915 includes a vertical portion 973 and lower flange 974. Lower flange 974 includes a second mounting hole 951c, which is sized to receive the main shaft of leg 911. The diameter of the second mounting hole 951c is larger than the diameter of the mounting protrusion 909, allowing the primary leg shaft to extend through hole 951c while mounting protrusion 909 seats securely within first mounting hole 951b.

This dual-hole interaction provides a stable mechanical engagement: mounting protrusion 909 functions as a locating and load-bearing feature at first mounting hole 951b, while the main shaft of leg 911 passes through second mounting hole 951c to maintain alignment.

FIG. 11 illustrates an embodiment of archery apparatus 1100 in which a custom connector 1118 is used to attach a bow stand directly to the stabilizer insert bow 105 without the use of a standard stabilizer. Bow 105 includes a riser configured with a stabilizer insert or threaded receptacle, and in this embodiment connector component 1115 is secured to bow 105 using threaded portion 1119 of custom connector 1118, which inserted into the stabilizer insert or another mounting feature of the bow.

Connector component 1115 includes multiple segments 1111, 1112, 1113 arranged to create a stepped, curved, or compound-angled geometry. These segments allow connector 1118 to route around structural portions of bow 105, such the lower limb and riser surfaces, while positioning the stand leg at a desired support location relative to the bow's center of gravity. The geometry may be selected based on the size of the riser, the limb geometry, or the desired ground-contact position.

Connector component 1115 transitions into a lower connector segment 1113, which forms the interface to leg portion 1108. Leg 1108 may be inserted, fastened, or press-fit into lower connector segment 1113, or may be attached using channels, inserts, threaded couplers, pins, or other mechanical interface features. The leg may be straight, curved, or telescoping, and in some embodiments may match the multi-segment leg designs described with respect to FIGS. 8A-8B.

Leg portion 1108 extends downward toward the ground 1110 and is oriented such that, when the bow is held in an aiming or pre-aiming position by a user, the leg provides partial or substantial support for the weight of bow 105. The use of custom connector 1118 enables the bow stand to be used without a stabilizer and may be advantageous for archers who prefer not to use a stabilizer.

The embodiment of FIG. 11 demonstrates that the bow stand may be attached to bow 105 using a connector component 1115 having multiple angled or offset segments 1111, 1112, 1113) configured to route around bow structures while positioning leg portion 1108 at a stable ground-contact location.

FIG. 12 illustrates another view of stand 1120 and custom connector 1118, expanding upon the embodiment shown previously in FIG. 11. As illustrated, custom connector 1118 serves as both a fastening element and a structural alignment device for attaching stand 1120 directly to bow 105. Custom connector 1118 includes three primary sections: a grasping head 1124, an elongated portion 1191, and a threaded portion 1119.

Grasping head 1124 is configured to allow a user to manually rotate connector 1118 during installation or removal. The head may be knurled, flanged, shaped with flats, or otherwise textured to improve grip. When the user rotates head 1124, threaded portion 1119 advances or retracts within the stabilizer insert of the bow.

Elongated portion 1191 extends axially from head 1124 toward threaded portion 1119 and is sized to pass through a tube 1188 formed in stand 1120. When elongated portion 1191 is inserted through tube 1188, rotation of grasping head 1124 clamps stand 1120 between head 1124 and the front surface of the bow. This arrangement holds stand 1120 in a fixed orientation relative to the bow and positions leg 1108 at the desired angle for ground support.

Stand 1120 includes leg 1108, which extends from tube 1188 toward the ground. Leg 1108 may be straight, curved, or telescoping, and may correspond to any of the leg variations described elsewhere in this specification. Tube 1188 may include channels, inserts, reinforcing ribs, or other attachment structures to rigidly hold leg 1108 once stand 1120 is secured to the bow.

FIG. 13 provides an additional view of the bow stand 1120 and its custom connector interface, highlighting the structure that couples stand 1120 to the bow. Stand 1120 includes a leg portion 1108, which may be straight, curved, or telescoping, and a tube or mounting block from which leg 1108 extends. Tube 1188 includes a forward-facing surface or face 1181, which serves as the contact interface with the riser of the bow when the stand is installed.

As shown, face 1181 includes a connector hole 1114, which is sized to receive the threaded portion 1119 of custom connector 1118. Custom connector 1118 includes an elongated portion 1191 extending from head 1124 (shown previously in FIG. 12) toward threaded portion 1119. During installation, elongated portion 1191 is inserted through tube 1188 until threaded portion 1119 aligns with hole 1114.

When the user rotates head 1124, threaded portion 1119 advances through connector hole 1114 and into the bow's stabilizer insert. As threaded portion 1119 engages the insert, face 1181 is drawn firmly against the surface of the bow. This clamping action rigidly secures stand 1120 to the bow and positions leg 1108 at the intended ground-support angle.

Connector hole 1114 may be circular or may include flats, a counterbore, or a seated recess configured to control the orientation of elongated portion 1191. Likewise, face 1181 may include ribs, reinforcement walls, or engagement contours to improve load transfer from stand 1120 to the bow. Because the connector hole 1114 resides in face 1181, the stand is supported directly against the bow's riser when tightened, reducing mechanical play and preventing angular drift during repeated aiming or pre-aiming motions.

Although the present disclosure sets forth numerous specific embodiments of bow stands, connector components, leg geometries, attachment mechanisms, and associated variations, these examples are provided solely to illustrate the principles of the invention and should not be interpreted as limiting. The structures and features shown and described may be combined, substituted, rearranged, or modified in any suitable manner. For example, any of the connector configurations described herein may be implemented with any of the leg structures, and any attachment method, whether using a stabilizer bolt, a custom connector, or an integrated fastener, may be applied to any stand embodiment. Likewise, individual leg components, channels, inserts, sleeves, telescoping segments, curved portions, or mounting features may be interchanged across embodiments as desired. The invention encompasses all equivalents, modifications, and alternatives falling within the scope of the appended claims, as understood by those of ordinary skill in the art.

Unless the context clearly requires otherwise, throughout the description and the claims, the words “comprise,” “comprising,” and the like are to be construed in an inclusive sense, as opposed to an exclusive or exhaustive sense; that is to say, in the sense of “including, but not limited to.” As used herein, the terms “connected,” “coupled,” or any variant thereof means any connection or coupling, either direct or indirect, between two or more elements; the coupling or connection between the elements can be physical, logical, or a combination thereof. Additionally, the words “herein,” “above,” “below,” and words of similar import, when used in this application, refer to this application as a whole and not to any particular portions of this application. Where the context permits, words in the above Detailed Description using the singular or plural number may also include the plural or singular number, respectively. The word “or,” in reference to a list of two or more items, covers all of the following interpretations of the word: any of the items in the list, all of the items in the list, and any combination of the items in the list.

The phrases “in some embodiments,” “according to some embodiments,” “in the embodiments shown,” “in other embodiments,” “in an implementation,” “in some implementations,” and the like generally mean the particular feature, structure, or characteristic following the phrase is included in at least one implementation of the present technology, and may be included in more than one implementation. In addition, such phrases do not necessarily refer to the same embodiments or different embodiments.

The above Detailed Description of examples of the technology is not intended to be exhaustive or to limit the technology to the precise form disclosed above. While specific examples for the technology are described above for illustrative purposes, various equivalent modifications are possible within the scope of the technology, as those skilled in the relevant art will recognize. For example, while processes or blocks are presented in a given order, alternative implementations may perform routines having steps, or employ systems having blocks, in a different order, and some processes or blocks may be deleted, moved, added, subdivided, combined, and/or modified to provide alternative or subcombinations. Each of these processes or blocks may be implemented in a variety of different ways. Also, while processes or blocks are at times shown as being performed in series, these processes or blocks may instead be performed or implemented in parallel, or may be performed at different times. Further any specific numbers noted herein are only examples: alternative implementations may employ differing values or ranges.

The teachings of the technology provided herein can be applied to other systems, not necessarily the system described above. The elements and acts of the various examples described above can be combined to provide further implementations of the technology. Some alternative implementations of the technology may include not only additional elements to those implementations noted above, but also may include fewer elements.

These and other changes can be made to the technology in light of the above Detailed Description. While the above description describes certain examples of the technology, and describes the best mode contemplated, no matter how detailed the above appears in text, the technology can be practiced in many ways. Details of the system may vary considerably in its specific implementation, while still being encompassed by the technology disclosed herein. As noted above, particular terminology used when describing certain features or aspects of the technology should not be taken to imply that the terminology is being redefined herein to be restricted to any specific characteristics, features, or aspects of the technology with which that terminology is associated. In general, the terms used in the following claims should not be construed to limit the technology to the specific examples disclosed in the specification, unless the above Detailed Description section explicitly defines such terms. Accordingly, the actual scope of the technology encompasses not only the disclosed examples, but also all equivalent ways of practicing or implementing the technology under the claims.

To reduce the number of claims, certain aspects of the technology are presented below in certain claim forms, but the applicant contemplates the various aspects of the technology in any number of claim forms. For example, while only one aspect of the technology is recited as a computer-readable medium claim, other aspects may likewise be embodied as a computer-readable medium claim, or in other forms, such as being embodied in a means-plus-function claim. Any claims intended to be treated under 35 U.S.C. § 112(f) will begin with the words “means for”, but use of the term “for” in any other context is not intended to invoke treatment under 35 U.S.C. § 112(f). Accordingly, the applicant reserves the right to pursue additional claims after filing this application to pursue such additional claim forms, in either this application or in a continuing application.