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Forum: Traditional Archery
02-12-2008, 05:49 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,074
Posted By gapshot

RE: heavier broadhead

thanks for all the great input. i have read Dr Ashbys report and i do believe the data he has published. this is a new bow to me and so far it paper tuned with the beman 500 and 175 grain point. i...
Forum: Traditional Archery
02-10-2008, 08:16 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,074
Posted By gapshot

heavier broadhead

just had a new longbow made. beautiful bow. bowyer nailed it, built everything i asked. during the fine tuning process got a beman 500 classic with a 175 grain field point paper tuned. they were made...
Forum: Hogs and Exotics
01-30-2008, 08:55 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,361
Posted By gapshot

hogs near San Antonio

Looking for some advice. I will be in San Antonio, Texas at the end of May for a work related conferance. I would like to take advantage of the time and hunt hogs and/or javelinas. Never had the...
Forum: Traditional Archery
01-30-2008, 08:44 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 639
Posted By gapshot

RE: I,m back

will try the hog forum. thanks
Forum: Traditional Archery
01-29-2008, 07:21 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 639
Posted By gapshot

I,m back

Hello fellow archers my wife and I have been involved in building our own home for over a year and a halfand I'm finally back to my quazzy normal state, though if you ask my wife normal is a relative...
Forum: Traditional Archery
03-20-2007, 08:13 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,512
Posted By gapshot

RE: Ishi Stamp

a worthy vote, done.

Jim
Forum: Big Game Hunting
02-20-2006, 09:50 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,750
Posted By gapshot

RE: anyone with info about pig hunting

chad got the info you sent. thanks alot. i will be giving them acall real soon. I really hope that a spot and stalk hunt is available. i'm not sure what a couple of hunting partners have in mind, but...
Forum: Big Game Hunting
02-18-2006, 09:45 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,750
Posted By gapshot

RE: anyone with info about pig hunting

Awesome, glad you had a good time. sounds like the kind of hunting experience i'm looking for. i definately would appreciate any further info you happento gather. There is a large sportsmans show...
Forum: Big Game Hunting
02-18-2006, 06:55 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,750
Posted By gapshot

RE: anyone with info about pig hunting

:DI can appreciate that. Arthur I do more visiting/ reading of posts than I do corresponding, I like reading your posts/ responces. You be carefull quail huntin down there. Just not interested in...
Forum: Big Game Hunting
02-17-2006, 09:55 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,750
Posted By gapshot

anyone with info about pig hunting

Not complaining or anything, but Considering a trip out west for elk this year seems out of the question. Soooo, I was thinking ( this is the point where i'm usually going to get into trouble atleast...
Forum: Traditional Archery
01-08-2006, 08:59 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,420
Posted By gapshot

RE: Speed - longbow or recurve?

I've been from longbow to recurve this past season and as of yesterday, officially back shooting my longbow. Both are 70# @ 28 inches my recurve is a bit faster, the longbow however is definately...
Forum: Traditional Archery
01-08-2006, 08:42 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 477
Posted By gapshot

RE: kids archery

Thanks Arthur. We do have a youth day which is a big hit with all the kids and parents for that matter. Inevitably there are several kids or parents that ask if we have anything during the summer...
Forum: Traditional Archery
01-07-2006, 01:01 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 477
Posted By gapshot

kids archery

Hello everyone once again. Happy New Year. Got a question/ need some advice. I'm interested in starting an archery program for kids at our club here in mass. I'm not an instructer by any means but...
Forum: Traditional Archery
12-24-2005, 02:26 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 539
Posted By gapshot

Merry Xmas

Havn't been online much since begining of October. Most I've done is taken a quick peek to see what people had to say. Been a good year Deer hunting, almost over. Any way just wanted to say merry...
Forum: Traditional Archery
10-06-2005, 06:49 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 796
Posted By gapshot

first bowhunt of the year

:DTomorrows the day I've waited for since the ending of last deer season. 3 friends are do to arrive at 3am and of we'll begin the drive toward the great hunting grounds. Packed enough to last the...
Forum: Traditional Archery
08-29-2005, 06:23 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 434
Posted By gapshot

RE: ASA shoots

I'm not sure what to make of it. Just the idea of it is very new to me. Just gathering information to try and make an informed decision when the time comes.

Thanks for the input

Jim
Forum: Traditional Archery
08-28-2005, 08:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,717
Posted By gapshot

RE: target panic/snap shooting

Picking a spot does helpwith target panic. Thats a part of the mind set I try and achieve before each shot, and once at anchor if I forget to squeeze my shoulder blades I may not reach full anchor...
Forum: Traditional Archery
08-28-2005, 08:14 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,094
Posted By gapshot

RE: shooting fingers

3 fingers under improved my shot considerably. I use a second nock. I'm not sure I understand your second question.


Jim
Forum: Traditional Archery
08-28-2005, 07:02 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 434
Posted By gapshot

ASA shoots

:eek:I've been involved with a local 3-d league for several years now and with a great deal of help run the shoots at my club. Today at our annual meeting, one of the Vermont club reps under new...
Forum: Traditional Archery
08-21-2005, 09:22 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,673
Posted By gapshot

RE: Super Glove

Bought my first when I started shooting a heavier bow. Wouldn't use anything else now. But like Chad said it's a good idea to keep a spare around thats already broken in.

Jim
Forum: Traditional Archery
08-19-2005, 07:57 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 484
Posted By gapshot

RE: Tuning carbons

Ok, so no one else had a good answer either. I went ahead and took my chances cutting the arrow to 29" and with adjustment in brace height it's flying better. I'm getting closer to fletching one up,...
Forum: Traditional Archery
08-16-2005, 10:55 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 471
Posted By gapshot

RE: I can do this too

It's that same anticipation that keeps me going. If I stop gettingexcited about the upcoming seasons it will be time to put the bow down. Glad you found a passion with the traditional bow. Enjoy

...
Forum: Traditional Archery
08-16-2005, 08:57 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 760
Posted By gapshot

RE: Check out my new bow... errrr. I mean my..

Congratulations!!!!! A new hunting buddy:D

Jim
Forum: Traditional Archery
08-15-2005, 09:29 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 816
Posted By gapshot

RE: There Comes A Time...

About a month ago I was considering putting my new recurve down to begin serious practice with my longbow. Just couldn't shoot it consistent. I've made some minor adjustments to my form a suddenly...
Forum: Traditional Archery
08-15-2005, 09:08 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 484
Posted By gapshot

Tuning carbons

Hello fellow archers

Trying to shoot a heavier carbon arrow. I ended up choosing big game gold tips 10.6 per inch. I shoot 70# recurve @ 28" draw, 3 fingers under with a7/8" nocking point. I've...
Forum: Traditional Archery
08-05-2005, 11:04 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 536
Posted By gapshot

leasing hunting lands

Does anyone have any experience with leasing property for the purposes of hunting (is there another reason)? I have always hunted public lands or private by invitation and have no experience with...
Forum: Traditional Archery
07-31-2005, 08:24 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 730
Posted By gapshot

grizzlystik carbon arrows

Has anyone shot the grizzlystik carbon arrows? I am trying to compare different carbon arrows before spending alot of money experimenting. There was a good article in this months trad bowhunting...
Forum: Traditional Archery
07-08-2005, 11:15 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 533
Posted By gapshot

RE: stand height

10-15 feet if concealed well particularly in hemlocks. Higher though if using my climber on pole trees up to 20-25 feet. Nothing like the comfort and concealment of a hemlock, however they don't...
Forum: Traditional Archery
06-04-2005, 08:39 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,142
Posted By gapshot

RE: Targets You Love, And Hate.....

We have a moose at our club and for the longest time I would either shoot over or under. I just couldn't figure out what I was doing wrong. It's generally a long shot 35 yards or so. Finally...
Forum: Traditional Archery
05-23-2005, 08:36 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 8,197
Posted By gapshot

RE: 75x105 fletching offsets

I currently shoot arrows with 75 105 left wing helical 4" fletching, and I have no idea what the advantage is over 90 degrees. The bowyer who made my bow had arrows fletched as such and they flew...
Forum: Traditional Archery
05-23-2005, 08:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,836
Posted By gapshot

RE: Nock height for 3 under?

My nocking point is 7/8" shooting 3 fingers under, however it depends on the tiller of the bow. It seems a bit high but thats what works for me and my bow and equipment. Most folks I know have...
Forum: Traditional Archery
05-05-2005, 08:52 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 679
Posted By gapshot

RE: In your Traditional opinion

I have always used acompass to navigate and became very good at using both compass and map while serving in the US Army (infantry). Last year on an elk hunting trip with an outfitter I learned how...
Forum: Traditional Archery
04-28-2005, 02:35 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 948
Posted By gapshot

RE: What is the difference between......

I am of a similar opinion. I think they are different forms of reaching a very similar goal. However I'm no expert and you'll find some that disagree and feel the two are entirely different.

...
Forum: Traditional Archery
04-27-2005, 08:50 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 480
Posted By gapshot

RE: Ramblings from a newbie...

:D Byron Ferguson describes Hill's split vision from a slightly different perspective that made a little more sense to me when I read his book "becoming the arrow". Maybe it will help you as well. ...
Forum: Traditional Archery
03-31-2005, 07:13 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,459
Posted By gapshot

RE: Barebow Shooting with Glasses

:DI struggled with changing my form a bit to accomadate wearing glasses, but still could not get used to wearing them especially hunting during cold weather. This may not be an option for you, but I...
Forum: Traditional Archery
03-21-2005, 06:48 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,088
Posted By gapshot

RE: wood selection for your bow

I have felt like submersing a few bows as well, not lately though been shooting pretty well. Finally shot the recurve I've been waiting for last friday. Hal (bowyer) hit it on the nail. I was...
Forum: Traditional Archery
03-16-2005, 06:18 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,088
Posted By gapshot

RE: wood selection for your bow

It's true I do like a heavy bow; at this point in my life I can shoot them. Who knows what the future holds. I've never tried floating my bow, the few times I have fallen into a stream with it, I...
Forum: Traditional Archery
03-15-2005, 07:54 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,088
Posted By gapshot

RE: wood selection for your bow

I'm currently waiting to shoot my second custom bow I was supposed to have done that already, only plans got changed. Anyway, my first is a 63 inch longbow made with cocabola riser and bubinga and...
Forum: Traditional Archery
03-11-2005, 07:33 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 948
Posted By gapshot

RE: Bad habit or not ????

I can't add anymore than others who have replied about tiller and so forth, but I can tell you that switching from split fingers to 3 under made a big difference in my acuracy, and I don't know if I...
Forum: Traditional Archery
03-08-2005, 07:58 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 964
Posted By gapshot

RE: For the tab shooters:

never heard of permanent anatomic changes causing flattening of the fingers from shooting with a tab. The same amount of pressure is applied to the pad on your finger using a glove. The continuous...
Forum: Traditional Archery
03-04-2005, 05:50 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,345
Posted By gapshot

RE: martin savannah longbow

Havn't shot that particular longbow, but I'm about begin shooting the recurve again after shooting longbow for quite a while. I was under the impression that the deseign of the recurve limbs are...
Forum: Traditional Archery
03-03-2005, 08:33 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,273
Posted By gapshot

decided on a new recurve

A while back I inquired about shooting short bows including recurves and longbow. Got alot of good advice. Later on requested info about different woods. Finally decided to give a recurve a try. I...
Forum: Traditional Archery
02-24-2005, 08:49 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,381
Posted By gapshot

RE: Draw weight

There is more to consider than draw weight when deciding on the type of equipment to use when hunting deer. Whatever your choice you should be able to consistantly maintain form and therefore...
Forum: Traditional Archery
02-16-2005, 08:28 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 632
Posted By gapshot

RE: sights or no

It really depends on what you expect out of shooting a recurve. Most of the people I go to 3-d shoots with and hunt with use compounds. thats not the type of equipment I prefer and shoot strictly...
Forum: Traditional Archery
02-08-2005, 08:45 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 716
Posted By gapshot

RE: Target ?

I've used several types of store bought targets and have worn quite a few. Still use them when i'm not shooting in my backyard. By far the best practice target i have shot so far is one I've made...
Forum: Traditional Archery
02-03-2005, 08:35 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,646
Posted By gapshot

RE: Killing distance

Hunting and target pracice present different risk, a lost or broken arrow vs a wounded animal, there is no comparison. kwowing your own limitations comes from practice at various distances and also...
Forum: Traditional Archery
02-01-2005, 08:11 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,743
Posted By gapshot

RE: building wooden arrows

very nice pictures lilhunter thanks for the reply. they look great. I'm probably going to experiment with something a little simpler though, but atleast now I know what they are.

Thanks
Jim
Forum: Traditional Archery
02-01-2005, 08:07 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,797
Posted By gapshot

RE: Best color for fletching on hunting arrows

I use all white, but I'm shooting 4 fletched arrows. easy to see going down range under most situations. Nothing pretty though.

Jim
Forum: Traditional Archery
02-01-2005, 09:54 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,743
Posted By gapshot

RE: building wooden arrows

Thanks guys I'm your input was helpful. I've resigned to the fact that I'm going to have to experiment some to satisfy my curiosities. I just wanted to narrow down a start point. I'll likely stick...
Forum: Traditional Archery
01-31-2005, 08:58 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 742
Posted By gapshot

RE: Pair of beginners...

welcome to trad. archery. nothing against compound shooters I hunt and go to 3-d shoots with several close friends who shoot modern equipment, but to me there is nothing like shooting trad gear. I...
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