RE: Bowhunting newbies, need advice
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My advice that I can pass on to you is go to your local archery shop , I'm not talking about Cabela's or Bass Pro no I'm talking about your local Mom & Pop shop down the road.
By going to your local shop you could save money and get some personel service and in most case's you could get a used bow for you and your son.
When buying a bow you should have it set - up for the way you shoot for example your bow gotta be adjusted to you.
The draw length and draw weight has to be adjusted to you once you have that done then your ready to go to the 3D range and practice , don't forget to ask about arrows your gonna need those.
Aluminum are cheaper than carbons.