How Do Improve My Archery Skills?
Written by grasshopper on September 27, 2008 – 10:00 am -I’m quite new to the whole archery scene. I bought a beginners recurve bow and now I want improve my archery skills. I would also like to add sights, shock absorbers and so on. Anyone willing to explain what they do exactly, and how they are connected to a recurve bow. I have been doing a little reading up but it still leaves me a little confused. I want to know about any accessory and add on like sights, stablizers, shock absorbers, arrow rest that could improve my archery. Read More →
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Recurve Bow Terminology
Written by Mike on September 25, 2008 – 7:52 am -As you become more familiar with the modern recurve bow you will want to know the popular terminology associated with it. Starting with:- Arrow rest : This is Where the arrow rests during draw. These can be simple fixed rests or may be spring-loaded or magnetic flip rests. Back (of bow) : The face of the bow on the opposite side to the string Belly (of bow) : The face of the bow on the same side as the string Bow sight : An aiming aid attached to the riser Sling : A strap attached to the bow handle, wrist or fingers to stop the bow falling from the hand Brace height : The distance between the deepest part of the grip and the string Grip : The part of the bow held by the bow hand Limbs : The upper and lower working parts of the bow,... more
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Compound Or Recurve
Written by Mike on September 1, 2008 – 8:21 am -Selecting which bow to use is something only you can decide.It is a good idea to try both types first to give you a feeling for the bow that suits you best. The recurve bow is used in competition and hunting as is the compound bow and is the more traditional bow. The recurve bow has less moving parts than the compound bow and is easier to tune and maintain. The main downside is it’s ‘draw weight’ where the full strength of the bow must be held by the fingers, this requires a degree of strength to properly control the bow. The compound bow is the standard bow used for hunting, and allows the archer to have more power at his/her finger tips with a lot less effort than other bow types because of a series of cables and pulleys. Because... more
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Archery For The Beginner
Written by Mike on August 31, 2008 – 9:18 am -Before starting archery you should decide on the type of archery you wish to do, target shooting or bowhunting. Make sure you have somewhere safe to shoot, that the archery equipment is adequate for it’s intended purpose and you have a qualified instructor with you. With proper instruction you will learn very quickly how to shoot a bow and arrow. Becoming proficient at it will take longer depending upon your attitude and determination. There are numerous clubs and archery associations dotted throughout the United States where you can find out more information. A local archery shop will advise on clubs that are in your area, many will have an internet website where you can find out further information. Through these clubs you will be... more
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