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Post by THE_SUPERWEIRDO on Jan 29, 2013 2:41:56 GMT
Ok, this is like the third one... So basically this one wraps everything up, but with a couple of questions. :mrgreen: I'm sorry if this mini trilogy of archery questions, but I'm so close to getting started on archery soon, probably around when the summer is near and I can actually get outside So far, I know about draw length, the correct arrow length for that draw length, and the poundage of a bow... This is the bow and arrows I am planning on getting from... And obviously an arm guard and maybe a finger guard Are these good cheap and reliable archery gear? I always like seeing other recommendations that might be better. How can I maintain a bow? Would I do something with the bow string or to the arrows for maintenance? I want to make my archery gear last as long as possible Most importantly, is there any basic techniques or precautions I may need to know so I can't break my bow, arrows, and myself? No one surely likes breaking their bows through misuse, and definitely getting injured by archery... I'm thankful for all of the archery help that every one gave me in the past! But would you mind for some more questions? :?
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Post by chrisperoni on Jan 29, 2013 4:33:10 GMT
care for the bow and arrows: -Store it at room temp. - Unstring the bow if you are putting it away for extended periods between use (for me that's over 2 weeks). However, I don't unstring mine if I am using every few days or once a week etc. I feel stringing and unstringing are actions where mishandling can cause a break or twist. So I feel it is better for the bow in the long run to leave it strung during regular use. - String wax is good to use when you see the threads getting fuzzy. - I like having tip protectors to safeguard the tips from chipping. They are super easy to make with bits of leather. - Treat the wood as it was treated by the maker. I think with your bow that means tung oil on it? Check with the maker if they want you to wax it or oil it etc. - Make a stand or rest for your bow so when you are retrieving your arrows you don't just leave it on the ground. Even having a table or chair nearby will help keep it safer. - When drawing arrows from the target, pull on them from right up against the target with one hand and have the other hand pressed against the target for resistance. Stand to the side of them and pull across your body, not into your body. Twist and pull to loosen if you can, instead of rocking them around. - Resist the urge to plant arrows into the ground to load from. Use some kind of container like even a simple piece of pvc pipe stuck to a piece of wood or stuck in the ground. Or wear a quiver if you like- it is cool to draw from over your back like an elf - Examine your bow and arrows before and after each shooting session. Especially for a new bow and for old arrows. Don't shoot if your bow has cracks; ask around and give pics; some cracks might actually be okay (unlikely but a possibility) but don't take chances without knowing. It's hard to explain basic technique and given you are shooting a different kind of bow from what I'm used to I would only give general advice you can find online anyway. I'd suggest looking up traditional bow shooting on youtube, find a person who you like the style of and watch/learn. Get your hand placement correct on the bow, on your face (your draw hand) and set your anchor, make a nice straight line from your bow hand down to your shoulders and to your draw hand elbow. Change your bow hand grip if you are having the string strike your arm. Roll your hand around bringing your lower knuckles more to in front of the bow.
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Post by THE_SUPERWEIRDO on Jan 29, 2013 22:24:19 GMT
Thanks for the maintenance advice! It seems I can buy a bow soon in the winter, just leave it unstrung and stored somewhere safe And now I want a back quiver! I totally forgot about buying a quiver, though I don't know anything about quivers :? Got any cheap sub $50 recommendations? As for the technique, I'm probably going to have a hybrid of traditional and some of my own personal style. All I want to know is the basics to know from, since I really don't want an splinters and arrows sticking on my arm or any part of my body... (Especially my knee )Also, I've been thinking, is it really possible to back carry a bow? Probably unheard of... :? Or a more reasonable question, a way to carry a bow? :mrgreen:
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Post by demonskull on Jan 29, 2013 23:13:46 GMT
You can make a bow case like the one pictured. It's a leather case lined with synthetic fleece to protect it. This type of case will hold a unstrung bow. i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn46 ... e934-1.jpg If you are useing a bowstringer there is very little chance of the limbs twisting due to stringing. It's much easier to twist the limbs where you're stinging over the leg.
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Post by Onimusha on Jan 30, 2013 0:00:14 GMT
I used to have a bow from that company. Arrow length really needs to be tuned for the bow. Don't over draw the bow. It'll take a bad set if you do. Also, wooden self bows won't last as long as modern fiberglass laminate bows. It will still last a good long while.
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Post by THE_SUPERWEIRDO on Jan 30, 2013 0:16:40 GMT
So is there a less abusive way to string a bow, without using something that cost money? :?
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Post by Ceebs on Jan 30, 2013 3:15:20 GMT
I use a length of paracord looped at each end to string my War bow. God I love paracord...
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Post by Onimusha on Jan 30, 2013 3:41:13 GMT
I always strung mine on my leg. The old-fashioned way. It doesn't really hurt a Longbow. It's just bad for recurves.
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