Treadway bows

mark Willoughby · February 24, 2018, 10:17:00 PM

Hey guys having posted in a while been busy busy busy with a new set of twins .. anyways my buddy has got me on a treadway kick and I'm pretty sure I'm going to try and acquire one . Was wanting to see some of you guys bows if anyone is shooting one out there .. thanks in advance fellas !!

KyStickbow · February 24, 2018, 10:29:00 PM

I would like to see lots of pics as well...along with the woods used. Lots of threads on Mike's bows...but the photobucket issues wiped out all the pics.

4dogs · February 24, 2018, 11:01:00 PM

I'm curious if he makes a take down and what type of system is used. Wonder how long he make them too.

mark Willoughby · February 24, 2018, 11:07:00 PM

He does have his own takedown system some kinda hinge I think ?? I know for sure he makes some bows out to 64 inches

Magilla · February 25, 2018, 07:28:00 AM

I shoot one of Mikes Black Forest bows, 60", I also have a 66" Back to Basic and a 56" Black Swamp. You might say I like Treadway bows. Mike also makes a 3 piece takedown called the Black Rock and a 2 piece bow also. The Black Forest is my favorite. The craftsmanship is second to none and you won't find a finer person to deal with Give him a call
828-683-8728

Magilla · February 25, 2018, 07:31:00 AM

Can't do pics, send me an email or I can text some to you
Scott

laserman · February 25, 2018, 07:41:00 AM

I have a 50# black swamp. I love it. Smooth shooting and beautiful wood colors. Don't know how to post pics here.

Pat B · February 25, 2018, 12:35:00 PM

Mike has invented 4 or 5(maybe more) different take down systems. All work great. BW has used at least one and I think Tomahawk also used one or more.
You'll never regret getting a Treadway bow.
I got my Treadway back in 1999, it was the next to the last of his old style he made and it still is as good as the day I bought it.

nineworlds9 · February 25, 2018, 02:54:00 PM

Treadways are tops. Built as nice as any Blacktail and shoot like a Centaur. Can't go wrong.

ron w · February 25, 2018, 07:07:00 PM

Great bows......great guy. I like his "Back to Basics" 66" longbow.

Woodpuppy · February 25, 2018, 07:53:00 PM

Some pics in here:
http://tradgang.com/noncgi/ultimatebb.php?ubb=get_topic;f=1;t=156591;p=1

Here's my Black Swamp, 62", 38# @ 28". Was shooting for 40# @ 30". Cocobolo and satinwood riser, bamboo cores, curly Birdseye maple limb veneers.
Mike sure makes a fine bow.

More pics in this album: https://m.imgur.com/a/HyMKd

4dogs · February 25, 2018, 08:18:00 PM

Thank you guys for the info!

mark Willoughby · February 25, 2018, 09:18:00 PM

Yea thanks guys his stuff looks great for sure

mangonboat · February 25, 2018, 09:31:00 PM

If you really want a Treadway bow, C'mon down and spend a bit of time with Mike. You will remember and value that time far beyond your assessment of a bow.

Gator1 · February 25, 2018, 09:48:00 PM

I have had the pleasure of making 2 trips to Mikes shop. A true humble gentleman that I cherish each trip.

Jwilliam · February 27, 2018, 02:26:00 AM

I don't think you can go wrong with any of Mike Treadway's models. They all shoot great. He is also one heck of a guy to sit down and talk to. Always enjoy my visits with Mike.

randy grider · February 27, 2018, 12:51:00 PM

Really like the bows and the man ! Mike is A-1 top notch feller, cant wait to see him every year.

Tradcat · February 27, 2018, 01:04:00 PM

Mike is tops for sure !

Dave Rice · February 27, 2018, 05:20:00 PM

Last I spoke with Mike, several years ago, he was only taking orders from previous customers...seemed like he was winding down a bit. I really enjoyed my Blackforest longbow--beautiful work! And, a really great person. Mike made it for me from a juniper tree I cut high in the Rockies not far from where I lived at the time. UPS was surprised to ship a bare log, bark and all.

Lots of speed in Mike's bows, too. After a few shoulder surgeries, that was the last bow I finally sold, if you have it, drop me a line.