Guide To Archery

Hunter

How do I choose the right Recurve Bow?

I am an experience hunter - but with modern equipment. I want to get into Traditional archery, but I'm having a difficult time deciding what I should be considering?

I'd like to get into a re-curve and I'd like to eventually hunt with it. I think 45# would be in my range for a comfortable draw; however, now what?

What is a decent bow to get started with - or what should I be looking at for myself? There are so many options, I guess I just want someone with experience to tell me what to get, look at or consider getting...

First I suggest that you find out what the minimum requirements for Bow Hunting in your state. That's your minimum.... the lightest weight that is legal is the best starting point. Then find a archery shop and try out a few bows with various pull weights.

Get the weight that feels comfortable to you... And remember that afield you might have to hold the shooting position for a while so don't go with too strong a pull yet. Over time you will build the muscle set that is used for traditional shooting and you may want to increase the draw weight. But it really isn't necessary. A 70 lb. bow doesn't shoot that much faster than a 50 lb. bow. It's kind of a diminishing return. Most people will shoot better with a lighter bow and that is the most important thing, as you well know.

Martin Bow company makes a few nice re-curves and longbows that are reasonably priced. Bear and Pse do too, but IMHO the Martin's are a little nicer. There are many custom makers, but you will be waiting awhile and paying more.

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How do I choose the right Recurve Bow?

I am an experience hunter - but with modern equipment. I want to get into traditional archery, but I'm having a difficult time deciding what I should be considering?

I'd like to get into a re-curve and I'd like to eventually hunt with it. I think 45# would be in my range for a comfortable draw; however, now what?

What is a decent bow to get started with - or what should I be looking at for myself? There are so many options, I guess I just want someone with experience to tell me what to get, look at or consider getting...

First I suggest that you find out what the minimum requirements for bow hunting in your state. That's your minimum.... the lightest weight that is legal is the best starting point. Then find a archery shop and try out a few bows with various pull weights.

Get the weight that feels comfortable to you... And remember that afield you might have to hold the shooting position for a while so don't go with too strong a pull yet. Over time you will build the muscle set that is used for traditional shooting and you may want to increase the draw weight. But it really isn't necessary. A 70 lb. bow doesn't shoot that much faster than a 50 lb. bow. It's kind of a diminishing return. Most people will shoot better with a lighter bow and that is the most important thing, as you well know.

Martin bow company makes a few nice re-curves and longbows that are reasonably priced. Bear and PSE do too, but IMHO the Martin's are a little nicer. There are many custom makers, but you will be waiting awhile and paying more.

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