Author Topic: FINALLY GOT A BOW TODAY............. (Read 13424 times)

backwoods_boy · « **on:** March 11, 2009, 09:27:57 PM »

Got a bow today and im so stoked...!!!!
also got drawn for multi season deer tag today....
cant wait!!

rasbo · « **Reply #1 on:** March 11, 2009, 09:38:30 PM »

Crunchy · « **Reply #2 on:** March 11, 2009, 10:03:33 PM »

way to go. u'll be buying a new one next year cause youll be hooked.

colockumelk · « **Reply #3 on:** March 12, 2009, 01:08:29 AM »

Quote from: Crunchy on March 11, 2009, 10:03:33 PM

way to go. u'll be buying a new one next year cause youll be hooked.

I thought I'd just try it for a year. Now look at me. I havn't shot my rifle in like 3 years.

bowhunterforever · « **Reply #4 on:** March 12, 2009, 03:25:27 AM »

Sweet!

Go getum!

Slider · « **Reply #5 on:** March 12, 2009, 03:16:46 PM »

WOW!!! Congrats on Both!!! I know your excited, but don't shoot that thing in the house!!!....................

BULLBLASTER · « **Reply #6 on:** March 12, 2009, 03:59:43 PM »

nothin wrong with shooting in the house

i have targets in mine.

i was only gonna borrow my dads bow for a few months 4 years ago, and now i own 2 of my own.

WDFW-SUX · « **Reply #7 on:** March 12, 2009, 04:12:49 PM »

I shoot in the house every single day.............

oneezreiter · « **Reply #8 on:** March 13, 2009, 09:43:16 AM »

Ive never shot in the house but I did use it for a backdrop. At least until I put a arrow through the garage. But its all good, I missed the Harley.

fc2038 · « **Reply #9 on:** March 13, 2009, 07:06:26 PM »

Quote from: WDFW-SUX on March 12, 2009, 04:12:49 PM

I shoot in the house every single day.............

Tom Tamer · « **Reply #10 on:** March 15, 2009, 12:33:52 PM »

Quote from: colockumelk on March 12, 2009, 01:08:29 AM

Quote from: Crunchy on March 11, 2009, 10:03:33 PM
way to go. u'll be buying a new one next year cause youll be hooked.

I thought I'd just try it for a year. Now look at me. I havn't shot my rifle in like 3 years.

No doubt, I drew the multi elk tag three years ago and with going through that first time archery hunting I have bought three bows since.

Tom Tamer · « **Reply #11 on:** March 15, 2009, 12:37:41 PM »

Quote from: oneezreiter on March 13, 2009, 09:43:16 AM

Ive never shot in the house but I did use it for a backdrop. At least until I put a arrow through the garage. But its all good, I missed the Harley.

If you got one I use my wood shed as a backdrop, that way when I miss I can usally split the fire wood and recover my arrows

backwoods_boy · « **Reply #12 on:** March 22, 2009, 10:41:40 AM »

now this is fun!

mossback91 · « **Reply #13 on:** March 22, 2009, 10:56:38 AM »

Thats one big stabilizer!! What kind of arows you shooting?

bucklucky · « **Reply #14 on:** March 22, 2009, 11:15:48 AM »

Arent you scared that 40 year old bow is going to blow apart, looks like a collecters item

Just kidding man.

bowsandhose · « **Reply #15 on:** March 22, 2009, 11:54:18 AM »

that looks like my first compound bow. mine blew up 15 yrs ago

bucklucky · « **Reply #16 on:** March 22, 2009, 12:05:13 PM »

jasfireman · « **Reply #17 on:** March 22, 2009, 03:15:19 PM »

Regardless of the age of the bow, they are just fun to shoot. Have Fun!!

backwoods_boy · « **Reply #18 on:** March 22, 2009, 05:45:33 PM »

its my first bow....so you gotta start somewhere....right?
and if an antique is what i got then thats what im shooting.

its a practice stabilizer that came with it.....

i am having so much fun...

bowsandhose · « **Reply #19 on:** March 22, 2009, 05:49:29 PM »

right on, have fun and keep practicing

bucklucky · « **Reply #20 on:** March 22, 2009, 07:26:46 PM »

Quote from: backwoods_boy on March 22, 2009, 10:41:40 AM

now this is fun!

Thats a nice 10 yard group there Backwoods

um that was farther than 10 yards wasnt it??

Keep having fun man, next month you'll be at the bowshop checking out the 8-900 dollar bows, drooling!!

KillBilly · « **Reply #21 on:** March 22, 2009, 07:45:44 PM »

Looking at the pictures... although a loose grip is desired and the fingers sticking out looks stylish, I would find a way to keep them tucked in when shooting broadheads. Funny things happen, just a word of caution.

backwoods_boy · « **Reply #22 on:** March 22, 2009, 08:09:00 PM »

first of all it was taped off at 35 yards. and yes im getting that good.

i also have a wrist strap for my hand and wrist so it wont slip off the grip, but thanks for the advice.
i have shot every day for 2 weeks and really getting pretty good.
i hit a 10 inch circle at 50 yards the other day too. although i know that i wont shoot anything over 30 for a few years.
:-)

MichaelJ · « **Reply #23 on:** March 25, 2009, 03:50:03 PM »

Quote from: backwoods_boy on March 22, 2009, 08:09:00 PM

first of all it was taped off at 35 yards. and yes im getting that good.
i also have a wrist strap for my hand and wrist so it wont slip off the grip, but thanks for the advice.
i have shot every day for 2 weeks and really getting pretty good.
i hit a 10 inch circle at 50 yards the other day too. although i know that i wont shoot anything over 30 for a few years.
:-)

He's not talking about having you lose your grip on the bow, he's talking about an arrow blowing up and slicing one of ur fingers off with a broadhead...

I'd tuck the fingers in a wee bit if you get the chance...

Michael

backwoods_boy · « **Reply #24 on:** March 25, 2009, 05:59:12 PM »

will do.............

thanks
i like style points but want to keep my fingers

WAPITIHUNTER · « **Reply #25 on:** March 25, 2009, 09:10:27 PM »

Way to go BWB!......................Glad to see you got a bow. Don't ever be afraid to ask for advice and always listen and learn from those that you KNOW have experience. If your buddies that have shot for one or two years are telling you what to do just ignore them and listen and jearn from those that have decades of experience.

As far as having your fingers sticking out I would say it is a sign that you are not relaxed while shooting. That bow hand should be like mush. You are torqueing the bow, Bad form. Close your fingers and keep them limp. Rely on your wrist sling and forget about squeezing your bow. It should rest in your hand without any pressure.

Keep the string off of your face. If your are mashing the string into the side of your face then it will kick off to the side and even if your bow is in tune you will never know because the arrow will always tear to the side. Back off the draw length until the only thing touching the string is the tip of your nose.

Well try that for starters. See how you do and keep posting your results. Oh, one other pointer is shoot the smallest target that you can see. If your pin will just cover a golf tee at 30 yards then that is what you should shoot at. I guarantee your groups will shrink.

backwoods_boy · « **Reply #26 on:** March 26, 2009, 08:32:37 AM »

Thanks so much guys!
This weapon choice is very new and different to me but i think i am starting to really enjoy shooting every day and getting better every day.
its definately a stress reducer after work.
thanks again and i will try and relax.

skynyr · « **Reply #27 on:** March 30, 2009, 10:03:29 AM »

Quote from: oneezreiter on March 13, 2009, 09:43:16 AM

Ive never shot in the house but I did use it for a backdrop. At least until I put a arrow through the garage. But its all good, I missed the Harley.

I shot a hole in the crapper in the travel trailer using my trailer for a backstop.

( now I use the shed for a backstop for backyard shooting)

backwoods_boy · « **Reply #28 on:** March 30, 2009, 12:13:34 PM »

but what if you miss dont you ruin arrows?

MichaelJ · « **Reply #29 on:** March 30, 2009, 05:17:51 PM »

Good advice WapitiHunter, one other thing I'll point out BWB is your anchor point for your right hand. See how its not in contact with any part of your body? Look like you should maybe shorten the draw a bit and finder a better more stable anchor point. The more consistent your form, the better your groups will be in all situations. I myself have my anchor point right where the knuckle of my index finger is right at the bottom of my ear lobe... thats just be though... find one that is comfortable and consistent.

I'm by NO means an expert archer, but have been told I have decent form... only been shooting for 4 years now so if someone wants to correct me please do so.

Michael

huntnphool · « **Reply #30 on:** March 31, 2009, 12:22:49 AM »

Quote from: backwoods_boy on March 30, 2009, 12:13:34 PM

but what if you miss dont you ruin arrows?

You have to pay to play. Better reserve yourself to the fact you're going to ruin a few arrows, especially if you shoot that many times at the same spot on the target

BC CHASER · « **Reply #31 on:** March 31, 2009, 10:28:49 AM »

He can use that club on the end to beat the deer to death after he wounds it and misses it with the rest of his arrows!

backwoods_boy · « **Reply #32 on:** March 31, 2009, 10:58:53 AM »

ha ha ha
you guys are funny...
i am a beginning string and stick guy so dont make fun of my bow you jerks.... j/k

anyways really thanks for the tips.
I know my form is not perfect, but for this year what ever im doing i seem to be hitting a group of 10 inches at 30-40 yards and thats all i care about. i just dont want to wound an animal my first year bow hunting.
and i learned my lesson that this is an expensive sport the first day i shot at my dads house.
i lost two arrows in the soft ground when i came up short they dove into the soft wet grass never to be seen again.....
whoops!
thanks guys really having fun with my antique bow...

BC CHASER · « **Reply #33 on:** March 31, 2009, 11:17:34 AM »

At 30-40 your groups should be tighter than 10 inches. At 30 almost every arrow touches in a 2 1/2 circle when I shoot. Also are you shooting field points or broadheads because you cannot just switch and expect them to shoot the same. They will fly differently. Listen to some of these guys on here and you will improve your shooting, just because you are comfortable with your form and you shoot 10'' groups dosent mean your ready to hit the bush. You have 5 months to learn and improve so I suggest doing it. I have killed several animals with my bows and I still can use a lot of help and a lot more practice! Not trying to bash you at all but everyone has room for improvement. The last thing you want is to be in bed at night after losing an animal and not sleep and feeling sick about it. Trust me it is not fun! Keep shooting!

backwoods_boy · « **Reply #34 on:** March 31, 2009, 11:34:29 AM »

yeah im shooting practice arrows and i know that the broad heads will shoot different.
i have only had a bow for 4 weeks and im feeling pretty confident however i know that i have a lot to learn and a lot more i can practice on. i shoot almost eveyday and will continue to get my groups closer.
like i said my dad taught me that the worst thing a hunter can do is not respect the animal he is hunting by wounding it.
thanks

BrushChimp · « **Reply #35 on:** March 31, 2009, 11:41:07 AM »

As other posters have mentioned, you can start shooting better by shortening your draw length. From the pictures your release hand is behind your head and your stablizing arm is nearly straight. You look very tense. Have your proshop shorten your draw length the string is touching the end of your nose as others have mentioned. Looks like it needs at least an inch less.

backwoods_boy · « **Reply #36 on:** March 31, 2009, 11:43:46 AM »

ok ill try that,
they measured me at 30 and thats what the bow is.
i might just need to loosen my left arm a bit.
thanks

BrushChimp · « **Reply #37 on:** March 31, 2009, 11:51:44 AM »

If you loosen your left arm, your release hand will be even farther behind your head.

backwoods_boy · « **Reply #38 on:** March 31, 2009, 11:59:04 AM »

oh i guess that makes sense
so i need to shorten my draw then
ok thanks

MichaelJ · « **Reply #39 on:** March 31, 2009, 12:17:58 PM »

Check your release as well. I know mine has probably an inch of play where I can screw the release in or out from the strap...

Michael

Hardtop · « **Reply #40 on:** March 31, 2009, 08:39:02 PM »

Awsome, good deal on the multiseason too

backwoods_boy · « **Reply #41 on:** April 01, 2009, 09:29:44 AM »

yeah pretty stoked.
if i cant at least get a good shot at a deer this year i might as well quit hunting. ha ha yeah right like that will happen.....

i dont know what i will do if i eat this tag.
its gonna be hard to stomache two amazing tags in two years that i drew and ate.

BC CHASER · « **Reply #42 on:** April 01, 2009, 09:32:09 AM »

Quote from: backwoods_boy on April 01, 2009, 09:29:44 AM

its gonna be hard to stomache two amazing tags in two years that i drew and ate.

You better get used to it!

backwoods_boy · « **Reply #43 on:** April 01, 2009, 09:43:33 AM »

That is something i will never get used to. ha ha ha
I do understand that hunting is not about killing animals, its a way of life, but GOSH I want a deer to hang on my wall this year.

BC CHASER · « **Reply #44 on:** April 01, 2009, 09:47:28 AM »

Quote from: backwoods_boy on April 01, 2009, 09:43:33 AM

I want a deer to hang on my wall this year.

They sell them at the store and they also sing!

backwoods_boy · « **Reply #45 on:** April 01, 2009, 09:52:43 AM »

ha ha ha im getting one next time im at walmart...
hahahaha

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