logo
 

Go Back   HuntingNet.com Forums > Archery Forums > Bowhunting

Bowhunting Talk about the passion that is bowhunting. Share in the stories, pictures, tips, tactics and learn how to be a better bowhunter.

Reply
 
Thread Tools
Old 06-13-2008, 03:10 PM   #1
 
Vabowman's Avatar
 
Join Date: Oct 2007
Location: Southeast, Va
Posts: 3,965
Default Finally had a bad day of shooting..

I knew it was coming, the last time wasn't great but not bad, this time was bad. I didn't the target or anything like that, but I didn't bulls eye much either. I think I was letting some things bother. string loop turning, ticking noise, and some possible fletching contact with the QAD. Looks like a trip to Gander Mt tomorrow and see what i can get done to this loop and check the issue with the rest. It just sucks, I knew it would come, but after all I have been through with the X Force and all, well, you know...
__________________
The ability to get close to game remains the essence of all bowhunting today.
Vabowman is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 06-13-2008, 08:56 PM   #2
Nontypical Buck
 
kwilson16's Avatar
 
Join Date: Dec 2005
Location: Burke, VA (raised in MD)
Posts: 1,096
Default RE: Finally had a bad day of shooting..

Vabowman,
Have you tried Wilcox Bait and Tackle on Jefferson Ave in Newport News? Ask for Tom. He is a genuine genius with regard to setting up bows. The number is 757-595-5537. It will be worth the trip from anywhere in SE VA. Guaranteed.

__________________
Is it October yet?

Kevin
kwilson16 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 06-14-2008, 06:18 AM   #3
 
Vabowman's Avatar
 
Join Date: Oct 2007
Location: Southeast, Va
Posts: 3,965
Default RE: Finally had a bad day of shooting..

I have not, I will give him a visit this summer. thanks!!!
__________________
The ability to get close to game remains the essence of all bowhunting today.
Vabowman is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 06-14-2008, 10:01 PM   #4
Senior Member
 
TEmbry's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2006
Location:
Posts: 3,465
Default RE: Finally had a bad day of shooting..

I used to do this all the time, nitpick at my bow causing my shooting to plummet. I literally changed something and tweeked this or moved that nearly everytime I went out and shot.

My advise, put your bow down, pick it up two days later and shoot again. Ignore little things that don't effect accuracy.

Obviously if something is major wrong with the setup then get it fixed, but alot of times we are guilty of trying to tune a nascar racer. It already runs perfect.

Best of luck, hope you get the kinks worked out.
__________________
Hoyt and Benelli.....Best of the Best.

Trevor
www.lostrivergamecalls.com

You tried your best and you failed miserably. The lesson is 'never try'
TEmbry is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 06-15-2008, 06:46 AM   #5
Nontypical Buck
 
AR Bowhunter's Avatar
 
Join Date: Dec 2006
Posts: 2,702
Default RE: Finally had a bad day of shooting..

Quote:
ORIGINAL: TEmbry

I used to do this all the time, nitpick at my bow causing my shooting to plummet. I literally changed something and tweeked this or moved that nearly everytime I went out and shot.

My advise, put your bow down, pick it up two days later and shoot again. Ignore little things that don't effect accuracy.

Obviously if something is major wrong with the setup then get it fixed, but alot of times we are guilty of trying to tune a nascar racer. It already runs perfect.

Best of luck, hope you get the kinks worked out.

X2, Now I have learned once I get something that works for me, just shoot an leave it alone!!!The only time I change something is when something breaks.
AR Bowhunter is online now   Reply With Quote
Old 06-15-2008, 09:27 AM   #6
 
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: Michigan
Posts: 879
Default RE: Finally had a bad day of shooting..

" and some possible fletching contact with the QAD "

I have been wondering the samething about my rest for a while now. I am actually going to upgrade to the Hostage Pro to get the thinner brushes. I need a more durable aluminum rest anyhow. You want to eliminate as much guess work as you can for the moment of truth.
Swift Arrow is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 06-15-2008, 07:55 PM   #7
Nontypical Buck
 
SwampCollie's Avatar
 
Join Date: Nov 2006
Location: Where the ducks don't come no more
Posts: 4,366
Default RE: Finally had a bad day of shooting..


Quote:
ORIGINAL: kwilson16

Vabowman,
Have you tried Wilcox Bait and Tackle on Jefferson Ave in Newport News? Ask for Tom. He is a genuine genius with regard to setting up bows. The number is 757-595-5537. It will be worth the trip from anywhere in SE VA. Guaranteed.

I'll openly endorse Tom at any time. Just don't let anyone else in his shop near your bow. And don't let him talk you into a Mathews. I've worked on several bows he has set up before, and his work is solid... its never a re-work.... just maintence or a new install.
__________________
You get what you put in, and people get what they deserve. - Kid Rock
SwampCollie is offline   Reply With Quote
 
 
Reply


Thread Tools

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Trackbacks are On
Pingbacks are On
Refbacks are Off

Similar Threads
Thread Thread Starter Forum Replies Last Post
Finally got more shooting with the Mustang johnny2 Black Powder 3 10-05-2008 10:12 PM
New shooting bench finally! frontier gander Black Powder 15 05-01-2008 12:28 PM
Finally shooting my bow again LittleChief Bowhunting 3 12-14-2007 11:56 AM
Finally shooting the new bow - need some help/advice doughboysigep Technical 8 07-11-2004 08:08 AM
Finally able to start shooting again got some ???? vudoochylde Technical 2 12-28-2002 06:19 AM

 

All times are GMT -8. The time now is 01:52 AM.