MNhunterr Posted August 6, 2009 Report Share Posted August 6, 2009 Hey guys, I'm a new bowhunter and was wondering if you guys could help me out. We have a huge grass yard that is almost 50 yards long or more. There is nothing on either end of the yard except tall swamp grass and corn. With me being a new bow hunter and new to shooting, I was wondering what you guys would suggest me practice shooting on?? I was thinking some square hay bales, or maybe even a big round bale but I don't want the arrows to get ruined, but also don't want to loose my arrow. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Also, what sights/rests would you guys recommend? I just ordered myself some Rage 2 blade Broadheads and a TruFire release. I've been looking at sights/rests for a while now and I am lost on what to get. Thanks in advance everyone!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ethan Givan Posted August 6, 2009 Report Share Posted August 6, 2009 Square bales of hay should stop your arrows, but I dont know about a round bale because they arent as tight. But i would suggest buying a bag target to set in front of the bales to shoot into. As far as sights and rests there are alot of options there. Since you are a beginner I would suggest a tru-glo 3 or 4 pin sight and a Whisker Biscuit rest. Good Luck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dawg Posted August 6, 2009 Report Share Posted August 6, 2009 As far as sights and rests there are alot of options there. Since you are a beginner I would suggest a tru-glo 3 or 4 pin sight and a Whisker Biscuit rest. Good Luck Ditto. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redkneck Posted August 6, 2009 Report Share Posted August 6, 2009 Go ahead and invest in a target, you won't regret it. What bow are you shooting now? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MNhunterr Posted August 7, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 7, 2009 I will be shooting a Bear Instinct, basically a hand me down. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc Posted August 7, 2009 Report Share Posted August 7, 2009 The first thing that comes to mind when using the big round hay bales is: what happens when the shooting area of the bale starts getting a bit soft and the arrow goes completely inside? How do you retrieve your arrow? Doc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woolybear Posted August 7, 2009 Report Share Posted August 7, 2009 what happens when the shooting area of the bale starts getting a bit soft and the arrow goes completely inside? How do you retrieve your arrow? Doc The shooting area in the big roundies is already too soft from the start as Ethan mentioned. They are just not tight enough. Had one of these delivered to my backyard by a neighbor farmer thinking it was a decent place to stick paper targets. It swallowed 1/2 dozen shafts before it turned into a big wet pile of hay in the yard.:nono: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redkneck Posted August 7, 2009 Report Share Posted August 7, 2009 Nothing wrong with hay, but needs to be used as a safety area behind the target, not the target itself. You'll bury shafts and tear off fletchings. A bear instinct is a great bow. Set it up and post a pic! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redkneck Posted August 7, 2009 Report Share Posted August 7, 2009 Check out this thread: http://www.realtree.com/forums/showthread.php?t=88240 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rbreedi1 Posted August 7, 2009 Report Share Posted August 7, 2009 I would definately invest in a target, and would recommend the wisker biscuit rest and a tru glo 3 pin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DocMort Posted August 8, 2009 Report Share Posted August 8, 2009 Go with a bag or Layered target with some square bales as a back stop. Whiskerbiscuit with a Cobra Boomslang sight. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dawgitall Posted August 9, 2009 Report Share Posted August 9, 2009 I would definitely use the hay as a back stop, but get real target to go in front. As someone has already mentioned, your arrow will likely get buried in a big round bail. Sounds like if you miss, your arrow may be lost in the corn. When you shoot from an elevated spot you will lose fewer arrows if that is an issue. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ethan Givan Posted August 9, 2009 Report Share Posted August 9, 2009 I would definitely use the hay as a back stop, but get real target to go in front. As someone has already mentioned, your arrow will likely get buried in a big round bail. Yep. I use 4 square bales of hay as a back stop behind my 3d target. I set them long ways away from the target so the small end of each bale is facing me. I stack two on the bottom and two on the top. Shooting into the ends of the bales stops arrows better than into the sides. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MNhunterr Posted August 9, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 9, 2009 Thanks for all the feedback guys!! I have a 80 dollar gift card to Archery Country so I will go stop by there and see what they carry. Also, I would like a bit more information on sights, I think I should keep it simple and go with a Tru-Glo 3 pin. Anyone suggest differently? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bighoytman Posted August 9, 2009 Report Share Posted August 9, 2009 new bow hunter Hay bales will work find.I would have the bow fit to you by local shop. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ethan Givan Posted August 9, 2009 Report Share Posted August 9, 2009 Thanks for all the feedback guys!! I have a 80 dollar gift card to Archery Country so I will go stop by there and see what they carry. Also, I would like a bit more information on sights, I think I should keep it simple and go with a Tru-Glo 3 pin. Anyone suggest differently? I think you are on the right track with the tru-glo sight. You might want to check Cabela's also. They did have some tru-glo sights on sale. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnf Posted August 9, 2009 Report Share Posted August 9, 2009 The first thing that comes to mind when using the big round hay bales is: what happens when the shooting area of the bale starts getting a bit soft and the arrow goes completely inside? How do you retrieve your arrow? Doc Goats Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnf Posted August 9, 2009 Report Share Posted August 9, 2009 I use a cobra stealth 5 pin and really like it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MNhunterr Posted August 9, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 9, 2009 Just read an article about the 1 pin adjustable sights, or even a new hybrid G5 mix of fixed 1 pin and an adjustable sight. What are your guys views on these? With 1 pin sights don't you have to adjust them with every deer you want to shoot at the yardage you mark the animal at?? This is the sight I am looking at. With the gift card I should only have to pay 10 or so dollars of my money. http://shop.archerycountry.com/browse.cfm/4,5120.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nemodeerhuntersneighbor Posted August 9, 2009 Report Share Posted August 9, 2009 Yeah a target with hay as a backstop works great. Just make sure you get hay not straw. Straw probably won't stop arrows. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnf Posted August 10, 2009 Report Share Posted August 10, 2009 Just read an article about the 1 pin adjustable sights, or even a new hybrid G5 mix of fixed 1 pin and an adjustable sight. What are your guys views on these? With 1 pin sights don't you have to adjust them with every deer you want to shoot at the yardage you mark the animal at?? This is the sight I am looking at. With the gift card I should only have to pay 10 or so dollars of my money. http://shop.archerycountry.com/browse.cfm/4,5120.html I wouldn't use one unless I had a really fast bow or very limited range. I wouldn't want to bank on adjusting it in the field when under pressure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DocMort Posted August 11, 2009 Report Share Posted August 11, 2009 You can't go wrong with a Cobra or G5 sight. I shoot the 4 pin boomslang no complaints there Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MNhunterr Posted August 13, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 13, 2009 Just got my Rage 2 blade broadheads and my TruFire release in the mail yesterday! Hopefully I can find a sight here shortly. Also, for a new bowhunter, what would you guys recommend for a good release? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fly Posted August 13, 2009 Report Share Posted August 13, 2009 Tru-Glo 3 pin is what I use. If you can, shoot from an elevated position. More work, but you have a lower chance of loosing arrows. An old piece of carpet in front or behind of the hay/straw will help prevent them from going through. New hay/straw will stop an arrow, but after a few rains you will be sinking them through which can damage your vanes and lead to arrow loss. Also start out shooting real close (10-15 yards). Then gradually work back as your accuracy improves. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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