first bow
03-09-2006 | 01:16 PM
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Typical Buck
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From: New York
first bow
hey guys just bout to take the bowhunting course and i wanna buy a bow but i know ABSOLUTELY NOTHING about bows or the terminology so i was wondering if u guys could help me out before i buy some piece of junk
03-09-2006 | 01:31 PM
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RE: first bow
if you have never shot before, you need to find a pro shop, tell them where you are at and how much money you want spend.he will be able to find the right draw length, and poundage for you. then shoot every bow he has that fits you. find something that fits comfortable.(grip, weight, smoothness of draw. ect...) then i would check out huntersfriend.com they have complete packages for reasonable prices.
i personally think parker makes a great beginer bow. a solid bow without all the gadgets. just my opinion though. talk to a pro shop they will point you in the right direction
i personally think parker makes a great beginer bow. a solid bow without all the gadgets. just my opinion though. talk to a pro shop they will point you in the right direction
03-09-2006 | 01:44 PM
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RE: first bow
Today's bows are not "pieces of junk". Some are just made better than others... 
There are tons of websites dedicated to archery, bowhunting, bow terminology, etc...
I would first start at looking through "Hunters Friend" and read their articles. They have a great site and great bow selections!
http://www.huntersfriend.com
Here is the direct link to everything you want to know about compound bows:
http://www.huntersfriend.com/bowselection.htm
There are tons of websites dedicated to archery, bowhunting, bow terminology, etc...
I would first start at looking through "Hunters Friend" and read their articles. They have a great site and great bow selections!
http://www.huntersfriend.com
Here is the direct link to everything you want to know about compound bows:
http://www.huntersfriend.com/bowselection.htm
03-09-2006 | 01:54 PM
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RE: first bow
thats too bad, i would still visit the pro shop. they should at least let you pull a couple back. the web link butch mentioned is pretty detailed that should help alot. but you can only get so much from reading about whats for you. you really need to go hold a few different bows in your hands. and i would suggest not to be turned off by any name thats on the bow. with technology these days every bow is descent, its just finding a style that fits you
good luck, hope to see your first bow kill
good luck, hope to see your first bow kill
03-09-2006 | 02:11 PM
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Typical Buck
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RE: first bow
i held a pse and a few matthews bows, didnt get to pull them back but they matthews switchback xt seems nice, but i hear dthat there are a lot of problems with the new one is this true?>
03-09-2006 | 02:21 PM
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RE: first bow
havent really heard of any problems, i know mathews makes a nice bow. ive never owned one. and most the people i talk with daily about hunting think nothing is better than a hoyt, I shoot a bowtech and really like it. its all preference.
03-09-2006 | 02:46 PM
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RE: first bow
Your pro shop doesn't let you shoot a bow before you buy it? Not all shops have a range, but most have a target set up a few feet away that you can test a bow on. How do you know which is better for you if you don't shoot it first set up to your specs?
If this is how your local shop is then it's not a "Pro" shop, it's just a sporting goods store that sells bows in my opinion.
I am also of the opinion that if you go to a shop and they spend time with you letting you try different bows and adjusting them for you and explaining things to you that you should probably buy from them. It seems like a shame to waste thier time and abuse thier inventory if you are just going to go online and get one to save a few bucks. Especially when you need something adjusted or fixed and you have to go there anyway. Expect to pay top dollar in that instance for the service. This may be the very reason your shop doesn't let you shoot them if that is the case.
And if your local shop will not let you shoot a bow before getting it, find another shop. Even if you have to drive a few hours. Call ahead and make an apointment if you have to and to make sure they have what you want to look at and will let you shoot them. I would drive out of state for a good shop with great service and inventory. It will be worth it in the long run cosidering the amount of money it will cost you when everything is said and done. Let us know where you live and I bet someone on here can suggest a good shop for you. Might not be right down the road, but at least one in your state maybe.
If you were an experianced shooter you could probably save some money on the net, if you knew what you wanted already. However if you are new I don't think the savings will be that great. By the time you pay shipping, pay a shop to set up and tune your bow, and maybe get a few lessons and pointers I doubt you will save any money at all. These are services that should all come free with a bow purchase at a decent shop.
Paul
If this is how your local shop is then it's not a "Pro" shop, it's just a sporting goods store that sells bows in my opinion.
I am also of the opinion that if you go to a shop and they spend time with you letting you try different bows and adjusting them for you and explaining things to you that you should probably buy from them. It seems like a shame to waste thier time and abuse thier inventory if you are just going to go online and get one to save a few bucks. Especially when you need something adjusted or fixed and you have to go there anyway. Expect to pay top dollar in that instance for the service. This may be the very reason your shop doesn't let you shoot them if that is the case.
And if your local shop will not let you shoot a bow before getting it, find another shop. Even if you have to drive a few hours. Call ahead and make an apointment if you have to and to make sure they have what you want to look at and will let you shoot them. I would drive out of state for a good shop with great service and inventory. It will be worth it in the long run cosidering the amount of money it will cost you when everything is said and done. Let us know where you live and I bet someone on here can suggest a good shop for you. Might not be right down the road, but at least one in your state maybe.
If you were an experianced shooter you could probably save some money on the net, if you knew what you wanted already. However if you are new I don't think the savings will be that great. By the time you pay shipping, pay a shop to set up and tune your bow, and maybe get a few lessons and pointers I doubt you will save any money at all. These are services that should all come free with a bow purchase at a decent shop.
Paul
03-09-2006 | 02:58 PM
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RE: first bow
ORIGINAL: Paul L Mohr
Your pro shop doesn't let you shoot a bow before you buy it? Not all shops have a range, but most have a target set up a few feet away that you can test a bow on. How do you know which is better for you if you don't shoot it first set up to your specs?
If this is how your local shop is then it's not a "Pro" shop, it's just a sporting goods store that sells bows in my opinion.
I am also of the opinion that if you go to a shop and they spend time with you letting you try different bows and adjusting them for you and explaining things to you that you should probably buy from them. It seems like a shame to waste thier time and abuse thier inventory if you are just going to go online and get one to save a few bucks. Especially when you need something adjusted or fixed and you have to go there anyway. Expect to pay top dollar in that instance for the service. This may be the very reason your shop doesn't let you shoot them if that is the case.
And if your local shop will not let you shoot a bow before getting it, find another shop. Even if you have to drive a few hours. Call ahead and make an apointment if you have to and to make sure they have what you want to look at and will let you shoot them. I would drive out of state for a good shop with great service and inventory. It will be worth it in the long run cosidering the amount of money it will cost you when everything is said and done. Let us know where you live and I bet someone on here can suggest a good shop for you. Might not be right down the road, but at least one in your state maybe.
If you were an experianced shooter you could probably save some money on the net, if you knew what you wanted already. However if you are new I don't think the savings will be that great. By the time you pay shipping, pay a shop to set up and tune your bow, and maybe get a few lessons and pointers I doubt you will save any money at all. These are services that should all come free with a bow purchase at a decent shop.
Paul
Your pro shop doesn't let you shoot a bow before you buy it? Not all shops have a range, but most have a target set up a few feet away that you can test a bow on. How do you know which is better for you if you don't shoot it first set up to your specs?
If this is how your local shop is then it's not a "Pro" shop, it's just a sporting goods store that sells bows in my opinion.
I am also of the opinion that if you go to a shop and they spend time with you letting you try different bows and adjusting them for you and explaining things to you that you should probably buy from them. It seems like a shame to waste thier time and abuse thier inventory if you are just going to go online and get one to save a few bucks. Especially when you need something adjusted or fixed and you have to go there anyway. Expect to pay top dollar in that instance for the service. This may be the very reason your shop doesn't let you shoot them if that is the case.
And if your local shop will not let you shoot a bow before getting it, find another shop. Even if you have to drive a few hours. Call ahead and make an apointment if you have to and to make sure they have what you want to look at and will let you shoot them. I would drive out of state for a good shop with great service and inventory. It will be worth it in the long run cosidering the amount of money it will cost you when everything is said and done. Let us know where you live and I bet someone on here can suggest a good shop for you. Might not be right down the road, but at least one in your state maybe.
If you were an experianced shooter you could probably save some money on the net, if you knew what you wanted already. However if you are new I don't think the savings will be that great. By the time you pay shipping, pay a shop to set up and tune your bow, and maybe get a few lessons and pointers I doubt you will save any money at all. These are services that should all come free with a bow purchase at a decent shop.
Paul
Also consider service after the sale. Most good pro shops will service your bow free of charge if you bought it from them. Establishing a good relationship with a good shop has many benefits. And the knowlege you can gain from them during and after the sale can be invaluable.