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How to Choose a Recurve Bow: a Beginner's Guide


How to Choose a Recurve Bow: a Beginner's Guide

If you are choosing a recurve bow for the first time make sure to take these key concepts into consideration. A standard recurve bow  I remember the innate feeling of the natural wood finish in my hand, invigorating me and carrying with it a sense of magic. Although simple, it occupied my mind like no fancy technological gadget ever could. I shot...


How to Determine the Correct Bowstring Length for Your Compound, Recurve, or Longbow


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A quick guide to determining the correct bowstring length for your bow Have you ever needed to replace a bowstring, only to realize you don't know the correct bowstring length your bow nees? With over 38,000 sporting goods stores in the U.S. most of us have probably left that determination up to our favorite store or manufacturer. Even though many bows...


Do You Really Know How a Compound Bow Works?


Do You Really Know How a Compound Bow Works?

Understanding how a compound bow actually works is critical for both beginner and seasoned archers.       Background With stone arrow points dating as far back as 61,000 years, it is safe to say the relationship between humans and archery is deeply rooted. For thousands of years archery served more or less as a tool for hunting and war. Archery developed differently around...


A Beginner's Guide to Choosing Arrow Nocks


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Choosing arrow nocks is more important than you think.   When you think about your archery gear, what do you think about the most? The bow obviously makes up a big chunk of your gear. If you shoot compound you probably pay close attention to your arrow rest, sight, release, etc. With archery gaining so much popularity companies are competing hard for...


Bow Stabilizers - Everything You Need to Know About This Mysterious Bow Accessory


Bow Stabilizers - Everything You Need to Know About This Mysterious Bow Accessory

Do you often think about how to improve your bow shooting accuracy? For many bowhunters this is a common thought as we spend countless hours in the backyard practicing different shot scenarios with our bows. One of the tools proven useful for improved accuracy is a bow stabilizer. Let's dive deeper into the subject to uncover exactly what a stabilizer is, and...


Determining Your Bow Draw Weight: The Top 3 Considerations


Determining Your Bow Draw Weight: The Top 3 Considerations

Determining bow draw weight is a decision that has huge bearing on your success in the sport of archery/bowhunting. The three main deciding factors in determining the best bow draw weight are: Form & Strength Target Type Personal Preference Background The resurgence of archery in recent years has been a blessing for the sport. New recruits are constantly being added to...