question for traditional hunters??

[The Kid]

hey guys i was just wondering,, i'm looking to buy a traditional bow sometime after christmas and i was just wondering what your preference long bow, or recurve,, which one shoots the smoothest or whats the difference,, what poundage will be enough to kill a deer,, and one more question what broadhead do you guys use,, thanks i figure i would get the bow as soon as possible so i can get ready for next bow season,, its always been one of my goals to shoot a deer like fred bear did...

[The Kid]

TTT

[jbeck]

kyle, I have a fred bear recurve about 50 lb draw. this thing slings arrows fairly well. I still haven't used it on whitetail, my affective range right now is 10 yards. LOL but it is a blast to shoot.

[Stickslinger]

Try the website Tradgang.com its a traditional only bowsight and the guys are willing to help out with any questions you have.

[JimPic]

Kid--

Most people starting out shooting traditional take to the recurve better than a longbow-the mass weight and grip are usually more stable and easier to shoot for the beginner.Personally,I think longbows are smoother to draw,more forgiving,and quieter than recurves but I shoot recurves more than my longbows

As for a starting weight--I wouldn't go over 40#.As for killing deer--40# will do it but check your state minimum.

I shoot both recurves and longbows.You'll have to shoot both(and alot of differant tyes of each) before you really know what you want to shoot.

I also shoot Magnus Stinger 125gr broadheads with carbon arrows.Don't worry about wood arrows until you really know what you're doing.Carbons and aluminums are more consistant and easier to tune your bow with

[njbowhntr]

Jim as always has some good info. I started shooting traditional 3 years ago. I started out with a 52# longbow. I have in the past shot some recurves, but prefer the longbow now. The 52# was a good starting point for me, but I am a very active person in regards to back and shoulder strength. For someone who has never shot traditional before I would also recommend something in the 40# range, but that also depends on your back and shoulder muscle strength. Do not overdue it when initially shooting either. If after 7 shots your muscles start shaking, stop for the day. IF you push it, you will pick up bad habits. That is extremely bad.

[hutchies]

Great Topic.............I'm thinking about buying a Takedown like the PSE Impala to try after the start of the year. Some of my buddies shoot recurves and I have alot of fun shooting their bows.

[The Kid]

sorry i should have mentioned that i do have a recurve at 45 lbs and i l work out so pulling that bow back isn't hard.. i was thinking of one around 55 lbs.

[njbowhntr]

45# is a great starting bow. Like Jim stated about the arrows. Start yourself out with some aluminum's or carbons. I shot the Gold Tip Traditionals with my old bow. They did shoot well, but wanted more weight. Now I am shooting Alaska Bowhunting Grizzly Stiks Alaskan. I like the extra weight of that arrow.

Just remember when you first get out there to take your time with strict form on each shot. Does not matter where you are hitting on the target, as long as you keep a strict form. And do not overdue the amount of shots you take. It will fatigue you alot faster than you think. Once you have the form down you can start working on what style of shooting works best for you.

Traditional archery hit like crack to a junkie. I can not get enough of it. I stop 4 nights a week on my way home from work to shoot. It is just fun being out there shooting the bow. And taking that first deer is like starting hunting all over again. That uncontrollable shaking in the tree as the deer approaches. Granted I have shoot 2 great bucks and a doe with my trad gear and my heart still jumps out of my chest, even on deer that I do not plan on shooting at.