How tight's your grip?
#1
Nontypical Buck
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How tight's your grip?
Just curious. Coming from a compound, I try to make sure the bow is loosely held but with a secure grip, if that makes any sense.
I've been using a storm cloth glove on my bow hand, it's really slick, keep an open tension free grip while I draw, settle into anchor and let the bow settle where it wants, then lightly gripping it so that I don't drop it upon release.
Is there a better way, or is it an individual thing? So far the results have been scaringly good.
I've been using a storm cloth glove on my bow hand, it's really slick, keep an open tension free grip while I draw, settle into anchor and let the bow settle where it wants, then lightly gripping it so that I don't drop it upon release.
Is there a better way, or is it an individual thing? So far the results have been scaringly good.
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Nontypical Buck
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RE: How tight's your grip?
I was shooting without the glove for some time. The glove and finish on the martin seem like a good combo, and my shooting consistency has markedly improved. Really lets the bow settle in line with where it wants to be with no effort on my part.
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RE: How tight's your grip?
If I put a "death grip" on my bow, I will invariably torque. One reason I like a bigger grip--it's harder to choke to death. I'll do it without thinking, but realize it after the arrow goes nuts. I don't put leather grips on my bow for the same reason--I like it slick.
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