Post by: spin05 on September 29, 2008, 08:36:18 AM
Post by: Grizzly95 on September 29, 2008, 08:40:50 AM
Post by: Jason on September 29, 2008, 10:15:27 AM
Post by: Bscman on September 29, 2008, 11:32:06 AM
Sportsman's still has some '07 model in stock, on clearance for $150 (bare)...regular $229. The burlington store has a 40lb model, and when my girfriend (25" draw) ordered her 50lb from federal way we were told they had 6 in stock (various weights).
It's split limb, dual cam...adjustable from 21-28" of draw length...no press needed, no extra modules. It's really simple to adjust (30 seconds). My local shop also mentioned Alpine will upgrade limbs for a fee if you need a heavier draw weight later.
I've been pleased with it, and she loves it. HUGE bang for the buck and pretty quick given it's size.
Post by: spin05 on September 29, 2008, 12:29:11 PM
Post by: spin05 on October 02, 2008, 06:30:25 AM
Post by: Bscman on October 02, 2008, 08:51:51 AM
Which store did you pick it up from?
When you need limbs or advice, call 'em up and ask for Jeff Smiler. Great guy to deal with, and he'll set you up with whatever you need.
I put a whisker biscuit and trugle 4-pin on my g/f's Micro. It's shooting very well...and yes, it's suprisingly quick. Rated 280FPS.
Here's her first 3-shot group @ 20yds once I roughed in the sights and rest for her. Not too bad for having only been shooting for a week.
(https://hunting-washington.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi89.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fk205%2Fbscman%2Farchery%2Flaurgroup2.jpg&hash=706db980bc158b3a7927747830fbc2ef3236c591)
Post by: MuleySniper on October 02, 2008, 09:18:15 AM
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Post by: spin05 on October 02, 2008, 02:16:08 PM
Post by: bowpredator on October 02, 2008, 04:21:20 PM
Post by: spin05 on October 03, 2008, 12:27:46 PM
Post by: Bscman on October 03, 2008, 02:20:08 PM
If you don't get him to start establishing a solid anchor point, he'll never be able to get consistent.
Make sure the draw length is correct for him (arrow knock under the eye at full draw) and not too long. If it's too long, he won't be able to anchor and consistency will go down. Also make sure the peep (if you install one) doesn't require him to lean his head in order to see through it.
That'll take care of *most* of the problem I bet--it's most likely coming from an inconsistent anchor, and sighting a little differently from you. A peep will be easier for him...and they're cheap!
If not, I'd be willing to bet it's hand torque just like you mentioned.
With a short brace height, a new bow that he can only draw back ~8 times, and the fear of slapping his forearm, he's probably got a death grip...or he's snapping his hands shut just as he releases.
A wrist strap will keep him from worrying about dropping the bow...or have him start placing his fingertips along the front of the grip, rather than wrapping around the grip. That should help torque, and keep the bow from falling.
A good stabilizer will help keep the bow steady and from torquing during the shot, too. Longer is better, and having the weight concentrated further out is good as well. We added on of the cheap Alpine stabilizers on the end of my girlfriend's micro and it helped eliminate those far left fliers...I just wish it was a little longer (it's ~6"). Paid ~$16.
I can tell you that my girlfriend draws 26 inches and I draw 29.5 inches. When I shoot her bow the arrows hit about 8" high and 3" right.
Where do you go shooting?
Post by: spin05 on October 03, 2008, 04:58:51 PM
Post by: Bscman on October 04, 2008, 10:38:13 AM
The monofiliment they use on the factory string is junk--mono slips and is a pain...and you definitely don't need the 8" of center serving if you're using a release.
Get that squared away and I bet you see a big improvement.
Post by: spin05 on October 05, 2008, 08:45:51 AM
Post by: Bscman on October 05, 2008, 11:21:54 AM
They're a little overspined as they're cut to 27.5" and she's using a 100gr tip, but they're shooting okay at this point. They're also fairly heavy, weighing just shy of 400gr total.
We picked them up because they were mis-marked at sportsman's and we got them for $20 less than they were supposed to be.
I wouldn't worry about getting camo to be honest (Unless your son is dead set on them!). They're just harder to find...and a deer won't be alarmed by a black shaft.
Gold Tip makes the "falcon" line of youth carbon arrows which I hear are pretty decent.
I think they only come in one size (35#--Size 600).
If you think he'll be picking up weight soon he could probably step up to an XT Hunter in their 35-55 spine. They run ~$34 at sportsman's per 1/2 with 4" vanes, or $39 for blazers IIRC.
For carbon express, look for Terminator JR's for his current setup...or if you want something that fits okay now, and he can "grow into" pick up a set of thunderstorms which are rated 30-50#.
Unfortunately, none of the above are camo... :(
As for the quiver...
We use a $16 Bohning hip quiver at the range for now...it's just easier and faster than a bow mounted quiver.. Especially for the 30 target walk-through range at Silver Arrow Bowmen's....and it has pockets to carry tools, nocks, tips, etc.
I did just pick this up on ebay, though.
It's made by Fred Bear, and it's a 4-arrow quiver. I've never seen it for sale retail, so I'm assuming it was a take-off from a factory package...? It might not hurt to keep watching ebay for a deal, though. I got this one CHEAP, and in new condition.
It's small, light, and fits well...but the camo doesn't match.
It'll probably end up blacked out, or possibly pink to match her new pink D-loop and wrist strap. :rolleyes:
(https://hunting-washington.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi89.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fk205%2Fbscman%2Farchery%2Fquiver1.jpg&hash=3b1e7eb6dcdf4106997ee64e266faec74599e479)
Alpine has a "soft loc" 2 piece quiver that fits okay--it does look a bit big on a micro, though. It's a 5 arrow quiver, and sportsman's has it for ~$40, but you can get it on ebay for $18+ shipping.
They also have the bear claw which is one of the better 1-piece quivers on the market, IMHO. Given the size of the micro, it does still look a little big...but it's a good quiver for the price and is easily detached.
Post by: WonkyWapiti on October 06, 2008, 02:10:40 AM
Post by: spin05 on October 06, 2008, 07:58:32 AM
Post by: Bscman on October 06, 2008, 09:36:18 AM
Or maybe you could get some zebra print "cool" blazer vanes, instead?