Bachflock Posted July 3, 2007 Report Share Posted July 3, 2007 I've dusted off the bow, literally, have both been given and bought some arrows, had it restrung, and at a loss where to start. About 8 years ago I was given a Bear Black-tail Hunter compound and never shot it. Its been over 20 yrs since I've shot a bow and I never shot a compound regularly - what is a good distance to start off at? I was given a sight for my bow, a Cobra Brite-eye (??), 5 or 6years ago and will mount it on the bow. Suggestions on sighting it in? Is there a way to eye-ball it so I'm not loosing arrows trying to sight it in? I hoping to get enough practice in to possibly hunt 2008. Not holding by breath but its a goal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Posted July 3, 2007 Report Share Posted July 3, 2007 congrats on getting started. try to either find a person that shoots a lot or a pro shop to help you get the bow set right for draw length and draw weight. the pro shop should be able to help you with shooting tips. its a lot easier to show someone than explain to someone. start off close at first to develope shooting form and a smooth release. 10 yards is about right to start off with. once you get your muscles built up and your shooting good, then move your target out 5 yards at a time. stay at each yardage until you are confident you can keep your arrows in a 6 inch circle all the time. just dont try to go to far to fast. too many new guys want to fling 30 yard shots right off the bat. but up close is where you learn how to aim and keep your confidence high. if you have any more questions, come on here and some of the guys here will try and help you out. Shoot Strong Tony Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest tyridgerunner Posted July 7, 2007 Report Share Posted July 7, 2007 welcome to the world of bow hunting. you will have by far enjoyment bowhunting than w/ a gun(trust me i still gun hunt). i first would go to the nearest bow shop and let them look at the bow. let them tell ya what they think you should do. but be careful and not let them try to push to but another one. but ask if you can shot a used or a new bow that they may have set up. i have found threw the years that bows have came a long ways. practice and form is a great way to get. tell us how you are doing. you will also find during the first part of bow season you will see more deer. good luck. Ty Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
earnhardts12000 Posted July 12, 2007 Report Share Posted July 12, 2007 distance start out 10 get used to shootin then 20,30 feel real comfortable Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bachflock Posted July 13, 2007 Author Report Share Posted July 13, 2007 start out 10 get used to shootin then 20,30 feel real comfortable Sounds backwards to me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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