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Old 11-29-2006 | 09:48 AM
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AllenRead
 
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Default RE: how can i get better groups?

As the others said, work on your grip. In fact don't even call it grip, call it hand placement. Keep your hand as relaxed as possible. The index finger placement works for many, but the other fingershave to be dead relaxed.

Take off the factory grip. It is wide and difficult to avoid torquing. If it is uncomfortable to shoot off of the riser, wrap it with tennis racket tape.

Bow shoulder needs to be down & back. This will aid with a little more stability. Also, it will help you avoid shoulder and elbow injuries.

Unfortunately, removing the factory grip and pushing your shoulder down & back will result in needing to shorten the DL by about 1/2". Don't worry about loss of speed. An slow, accurate hit beats a fast miss every time.

Shorten your release. Almost all wrist releases come with the length set for huge hands. You want it so that the second joint of your hand is on the release at full draw.

If you are a hunter, an even shorter DL may be better. This allows you to hold against the wall at full draw even when you are in awkward positions. If you are a target shooter, the way it is now is not bad. Learn to adjust it yourself and you can tinker with it to find the sweet spot.

Remember that consistency, doing everything the same every time, is the key to good acuracy and tight groups.

Overall, your form is pretty good. I've seen archers with much worse shooting good groups. Drop your draw weight down a little so that you can practice more with less fatigue.

Good luck,
Allen
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