Post by: krism83 on December 02, 2011, 11:10:33 AM
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Post by: nw_bowhunter on December 02, 2011, 11:32:03 AM
Post by: krism83 on December 02, 2011, 11:32:54 AM
Post by: DoubleJ on December 02, 2011, 11:33:15 AM
Post by: DoubleJ on December 02, 2011, 11:35:50 AM
I guess what I was wondering is aside from a bow and some broadheads, what other pieces of equipment do you guys suggest I try or look at as a begginer...
Your season will be at a different time so your clothing will probably change a bit.
Post by: DoubleJ on December 02, 2011, 11:36:35 AM
Post by: STIKNSTRINGBOW on December 02, 2011, 11:36:45 AM
I guess what I was wondering is aside from a bow and some broadheads, what other pieces of equipment do you guys suggest I try or look at as a begginer...Get a bow and some arrows with feild points, broadheads come later.
If you are using a compound you will probably need a release.
Arm Guard
Quiver (sometimes on bow)
Target
Post by: gaddy on December 02, 2011, 11:42:01 AM
the thought of going archery has crossed my mind also.
Post by: DoubleJ on December 02, 2011, 11:43:36 AM
Post by: DoubleJ on December 02, 2011, 11:49:54 AM
Also, read through this: http://www.huntersfriend.com/carbon_arrows/hunting_arrows_selection_guide_chapter_1.htm
Post by: STIKNSTRINGBOW on December 02, 2011, 11:50:22 AM
would the wdfw bow hunters course be benifical? i am not a bow hunter & dont know anything about the course but there was a thread on here a while back.The NBEF course is awesome for new archers !! I took it back in 1987, but I am sure it is still worth it...
the thought of going archery has crossed my mind also.
Post by: DoubleJ on December 02, 2011, 11:54:01 AM
Post by: ShirtGuy77 on December 02, 2011, 12:24:25 PM
My best piece of advise would be to use every resource you can find to weed through the crap. Archery hunting does not have to be expensive if you can find what you need instead of what "They" are trying to sell you.
Exactly what I am going to be leery of this weekend when I head out for my first bow. As I am sure you all were at one point, the head is spinning on all the new things I need to learn. But looking forward to it.
Post by: Austrian Hunter on December 02, 2011, 12:32:56 PM
Post by: uplandhunter870 on December 02, 2011, 01:25:57 PM
just to get shooting:
you'll also need a sight (front and peep for compound), release (if you go compound), eventually a quiver, stabalizer (length is person preference) and a target if you plan on shooting in the backyard or away from the range (i prefer to make my own with a good sized box and some cans of Great Stuff foam, PM me and i can elaborate), a set of allen wrenchs and a rest
i dont like arm guards personally to me getting slapped on the forearm is a sharp reminder my form is not what is should be.
Items to get later for hunting:
a good range finder
camo to match hunting area
broadheads
quiver (if not already obtained) your hunting style will help decide bolt on versus detachable
the most valuable asset in my opinion is find a buddy who bow hunts or buddy up with someone at a local range. that person's experience, advice and guidance is worth more than any gadget or doodad.
Post by: Button Nubbs on December 02, 2011, 01:32:13 PM
Post by: buckfvr on December 03, 2011, 07:10:13 AM
Post by: funkster on December 03, 2011, 02:42:20 PM
I am flexible on the price,the bow is ready to shoot!
If it is not what you are looking for I would suggest a stop in at Nock Point Archery in mount lake terrace 425-672-8080! You will not find better customer service!
Post by: Bean Counter on December 03, 2011, 02:49:35 PM
If you start now, there should be no reason you couldn't be proficient enough to hunt with a bow next season
Yep, just try to schedule it out. write out days on the calendar you must shoot--after several months regular practice you'll get up there.
+1 for the used bows. Lots of 'used' bows out there for sale that are less than a year old. I got an $800+ setup for $400 when I started. Just make sure you shoot that particular bow and that it feels good.
Post by: PolarBear on December 03, 2011, 02:57:03 PM
Post by: huntnphool on December 03, 2011, 03:33:41 PM
Post by: carpsniperg2 on December 03, 2011, 06:07:26 PM
Make sure you get a bow with training wheels.......depending on how the vote went you might think about picking up some lumenoks after the regs come out too. :chuckle:
:stirthepot: :peep:
Post by: DoubleJ on December 03, 2011, 06:21:40 PM
If you start now, there should be no reason you couldn't be proficient enough to hunt with a bow next season
Yep, just try to schedule it out. write out days on the calendar you must shoot--after several months regular practice you'll get up there.
+1 for the used bows. Lots of 'used' bows out there for sale that are less than a year old. I got an $800+ setup for $400 when I started. Just make sure you shoot that particular bow and that it feels good.
I got a $400 set up for $200. Don't be afraid to get a bow that's older. Mine was made in 2000. I bought it in 2010. It killed plenty of deer and elk for the old owner just fine. Newer may be better but older works just fine.
Post by: huntnphool on December 03, 2011, 07:07:40 PM
Make sure you get a bow with training wheels.......depending on how the vote went you might think about picking up some lumenoks after the regs come out too. :chuckle:
:stirthepot: :peep:
Its a joke Carps, relax. ;)
Post by: DoubleJ on December 03, 2011, 07:13:20 PM
Post by: DoubleJ on December 03, 2011, 07:14:12 PM
Post by: DoubleJ on December 03, 2011, 07:26:05 PM
Post by: carpsniperg2 on December 03, 2011, 07:43:12 PM
Make sure you get a bow with training wheels.......depending on how the vote went you might think about picking up some lumenoks after the regs come out too. :chuckle:
:stirthepot: :peep:
Its a joke Carps, relax. ;)
What part of my post wasn't relaxed? If you want to see me not relaxed I can show you but its not a pretty thing :tup:
Post by: high country on December 03, 2011, 07:57:42 PM
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Post by: SniperDanWA on December 03, 2011, 09:05:37 PM
Post by: DoubleJ on December 04, 2011, 07:47:03 AM
Post by: krism83 on December 04, 2011, 10:34:48 AM
And go ahead and sell your rifle. You won't go back :tup:
My pops wont start hunting archery, so to go elk hunting with him I have to go modern.
Post by: STIKNSTRINGBOW on December 04, 2011, 10:54:43 AM
You could always go Archery elk together, bring him along to help pack, and then go with him modern to help pack, unless you hunt on your own and just share camp, whats the diff ?And go ahead and sell your rifle. You won't go back :tup:
My pops wont start hunting archery, so to go elk hunting with him I have to go modern.
Beleive me, the first time you get an elk up close, destroying the landscape and screaming at you, modern firearm season will never be the same.
Post by: krism83 on December 05, 2011, 05:19:53 PM
Post by: hughjorgan on December 05, 2011, 06:16:34 PM
So I was looking for a good bow shop/club in my area and I turned up ONE (1)!!! Shop in Kitsap County, after further investigation from Hunters on here and on the web reviews say that the shop around here is terrible. Do you guys know a good Pierce/King/Thurston county shop or club I should look into?
Go see doug at great northwest archery on the south hill of puyallup.
http://www.gnwarchery.com/