What would you do?
 

I have been to two pro shops in my area.Each one carried just one brand.The first had Jennings all at 400 dollars.The other one had Pearson.I'm a left hander and only had a few bows to try.I am considering buying a bow from Cabela's.The Golden Eagle Superhawk.It has a brace height of 9" axle to axle is 36"let off 75%.This will be my first compound.Does anyone shoot this type bow?I have read alot of threads and asked alot of questions on this forum and respect all your answers.I wish there were more pro shops in my area,so I could try alot of differant brands.The Jennings Buckmaster felt comfortable to pull back but the axle to axle was to short for a beginner like me.I have a 30 inch draw does that mean I should shoot 30 inch arrows?Thankyou

GUNS AND KNOWLEDGE ARE THE BEST PROTECTION AGAINST TERRORISM

RE: What would you do?
 

I would do my best to vistit a few more shops, even if you have to drive for some distance. I never recomend a new shooter buy from a catalog, you realy do need that personaly touch when getting started.

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RE: What would you do?
 

I agree w/ 5 shot. I just got my first bow & thankfully bought from a shop (Fin Fur Feather in Ashland, Oh.). I considered the internet, but changed my mind. They set everything up for me & spent over an hour explaining & helping pick out the correct accessories to go w/ my new bow. Having little experience, this is invaluable. They also have a range & took me to shoot the bow & help w/ proper form. I'd say especially for a beginner this is the only way to go. BTW I got a Bear Vapor 300 w/carbon arrows & love it.

Phil.

RE: What would you do?
 

5 Shot is right. For your first bow you definitely want a professional to fit you. Even if you have to drive a bit. Here are the North American Archery Group Dealers near you:

BOW BENDERS ARCHERY-703 S ELMER AVE Sayre, PA 18840 570-888-4365
(2 miles from you.)
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HAPPY HIKER INC, THE - 128 W 14TH ST Elmira, NY 14903 607-734-0372
(19 miles from you.)
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TROY ARCHERY SHOP - RD 2 BOX 179A Troy, PA 16947 570-297-9020
(20 miles from you.)
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SPORTSMENS DEN - 9 RAILROAD ST Whitney Point, NY 13862 607-692-4266
(41 miles from you.)
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ENDLESS MTNS SPT COMPLEX - RR2 BOX 55 Montrose, PA 18801 570-553-2703
(41 miles from you.)
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TOWLESVILLE CRAFT &SHAFT - SNELL HILL RD #7001 Bath, NY 14810 607-776-4370
(51 miles from you.)
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FINGER LAKES PRO SHOP - 1498 MOUND R 414 N Seneca Falls, NY 13148 315-539-3177
(56 miles from you.)
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DICK ACKOUREY & SONS - 95 KELLY ST Luzerne, PA 18709 570-287-2999
(58 miles from you.)
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C M LAUBACH & SONS INC. - Berwick, PA 547 E 8TH ST 18603 717-752-3571
(60 miles from you.)
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Even if a NAAG shop doesn't stock the bow you want, they can probably order it. Good luck!


Edited by - tribalscream on 01/15/2002 06:23:11

RE: What would you do?
 

Like was said, go to a pro shop that carries a wider variety of bows. It will also give you the personal service that you will need to get started right.

RE: What would you do?
 

yep, on the bandwagon here - go to a different shop... you REALLY REALLY should shoot your first compound before you buy. You won't believe the differences between similar looking models.

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SuperX

RE: What would you do?
 

Thankyou all for replying,Tribalscream thanks for the list of proshops. I will check them out.You were all in agreement I should get my first compound from a pro shop.I'll let you know how I make out.

GUNS AND KNOWLEDGE ARE THE BEST PROTECTION AGAINST TERRORISM

RE: What would you do?
 

PDQ 5oh, is that a really fast stang?

My best friend used to live up there in Ashland at the university, FIN FEATHER AND FUR is one the best shops I think I have been too. They seemed to have everything I was looking for, they were nice, I don't know, I just liked that place. We both moved to MO, have not found a place quite like it. It wasn't flashy, I don't know, I guess it was the attitude or something. And the gopher contest.

--Jim

RE: What would you do?
 

i agree w/ 5 shot

RE: What would you do?
 

Go to a bow shop that offers a variety. They can set you up with the proper arrow lenth and draw length also.