FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Firebird 65BIO Targets work with clay pigeons by sticking the target in the belly of the clay pigeon. In order to detonate, the emblem on the target must face the shooter. The bird must be shot overhead, exposing the emblem, as a driven bird, crossing bird or running rabbit. See the Clay Targets video here.

To dispose of unused Firebird Targets, please contact your local Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) collection programs, or contact your local police/fire departments. This product is 1.4s, similar to ammo and ground safety flares.

Firebird Targets can be used with archery equipment, including compound bows and crossbows. Use this calculator to check the velocity of your equipment. Archery needs to be able to achieve 60+ foot pounds of kinetic energy upon impact at 50 feet; 65+ for use with Signal Marker. YES, the arrow will be damaged in the process. If using archery for an event or gender reveal, always practice prior to the event to ensure your setup works. Start by testing your equipment with the 65BIO before attaching the Signal Marker. Each gender reveal kit comes with a white test cannister, in addition to blue and pink. See the Archery video here.

We welcome you to apply to become a retail partner. To start, send an email to Firebird Targets Support with your contact information and location, and we will get in contact soon.

Firebird Targets can be found by utilizing the dealer locator map available here. In addition, Firebird Targets are available at Atwoods Ranch & Home Goods and select Academy Sports + Outdoors locations, with availability expanding to all Academy stores coming soon. We always encourage customers to contact their local store directly to confirm current inventory and availability.

At this time, Firebird USA does not offer international sales, shipping, or distribution. Firebird products are currently available only within the continental United States, except for the states highlighted in red on the dealer map.

Firebird Targets are extremely reliable when used under the proper conditions. To ensure consistent performance, the target must be placed on a clean, dry surface with the face of the target oriented toward the shooter. By design, the target will not detonate if the emblem side is not facing outward.

Firebird Targets perform best when attached to solid steel surfaces such as steel plates, silhouettes, gongs, paddles, or other rigid flat surfaces. The backing surface must remain firm and stationary when struck by the projectile. Paper, cardboard, rubber, and plastic target backers do not provide sufficient rigidity for dependable detonation. See the Backing video here.

Weapons and ammunition must also be capable of producing the minimum required velocity. Standard Firebird Targets require a projectile velocity of at least 850 fps at 50 feet. When using Signal Marker targets, the required minimum velocity increases to 1,042 fps at 50 feet. Smaller calibers generally require a harder backing surface, such as steel or hardwood, to ensure reliable activation. See the Weapons video here.

The hardness of the backing material also affects the size of the flash and report. Wood backing will produce a smaller flash and report, while steel backing creates a louder report and larger flash. Shot placement is also important. If the projectile strikes the rim or outer edge of the target, detonation may not occur. Shots placed closer to the center of the target will provide the best performance, flash, and report.

If all conditions have been checked and the issue still cannot be determined, please contact Firebird Targets Support at support@firebirdtargets.com or call 844-544-4832. When contacting support, please send photos/videos of the targets and record the batch number located in the upper right corner of the package or on the back of the targets.