I just bought my 2nd tuff buck. The first one lasted me 4 years. My arrows barely penetrate 1/2 way through. I can't pull them out with out working up a good sweat, so I haven't shot it much lately. Give them a call maybe they'll send you a new one. Did you leave it outside? I left my 1st one outside during a rain and when it dried out it wasn't as strong.