With Minnesota legalizing their use beginning with the state’s 2023 general archery season, we revisit some keys to maximizing sales of crossbows and their accessories.

For the first time, my home state of Minnesota is allowing crossbows for use during the general archery season — no age or physical condition limitations — and as expected, compound shooters are not pleased.

Two brothers from Minneapolis, Rory and Patrick O’Loughlin, recently purchased Vapor Trail, which is headquartered in nearby Ham Lake, Minnesota.