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Compound or recurve

Muldoon — Sun, 04 Jun 2006 20:54:50 GMT

WHich do you use? Did start out with another and switch? what are the pros and cons of your choice now?

I'm looking at bows right now, interested in getting back in after years not shooting at all. Right now i'm thinking recurve over combo.

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Neophyte Archer :)

UrvashiChandani — Fri, 06 Jun 2008 23:43:35 GMT

Hi! I just (like yesterday) started learning. I have the forearm bruises as my initiation I can post later :) I am currently learning on a compound but I also tried a recurve and I loved the natural feel of it.

My arm is double jointed so my elbow turns around causing the inside of my forearm and inner elbow to get in the way so I really have to build up the muscle memory to hold my position properly.

I have found a new obsession (in addition to my bellydancing) :)

I welcome any advice for on line education or video or book recommendations you are willing to share :)

Nice to meet ya!

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hi

Jon — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 21:42:06 GMT

hello i just joined tribe and found your group. thought i would say hi and introduce myself

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tips?

andrew — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 07:50:38 GMT

I have a question for you guys,

one of my bows (my favorite actually) is a mongolian style horse bow. being a more traditional bow, it has no arrow rest.
I'm wondering if anyone has any ideas for gloves ??? it seems that most of the gloves out there have a seam right on the knuckle were the fletching rubs (I've gone through several pairs of gloves this way)

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Horn Bows

Achbar — Sat, 27 Jan 2007 12:54:28 GMT

I want to leanr to make one. Where do you learn this sort of thing?

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seattle archers?

marena — Fri, 30 May 2008 23:31:55 GMT

does anyone know of anywhere in seattle city limits i can take archery lessons?

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Archery and $$$

Pias — Wed, 23 May 2007 01:01:44 GMT

Searching around for a Bow, i have experienced nothing but very high prices, many out of my range.
As a beginner to Archery without hunting, i was wondering if anyone has success or info on how i could go about making my first bow, or if some of you have and have not been successful at it... pros and cons about itwould be greatly appreciated .

pias

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Hello

SunnyMichael — Tue, 28 Mar 2006 05:36:48 GMT

Hi all, just joined, so thought I’d do my intro. I learned to shoot FITA style at the Aquarius archery club in north London waaay back in ’93. I never shot in competition, okay, I did once, but I don’t like to talk about it. What I’m interested in now is more for stress relief/meditation, Kyudo being another style I’m looking into. So for now I’ll be dusting off the old recurve and setting up a target in my yard (really big yard). I look forward to hearing about your bow adventures. Anyone in the Seattle area give me a jingle, or across the world for that matter.
Michael

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Saracen Archery

Achbar — Sat, 27 Jan 2007 12:57:03 GMT

Where do I get information On Middle Eastern Archery?

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where to find an archery range in bay area

Jennifer — Wed, 22 Feb 2006 03:56:48 GMT

Hi, this is Jennifer. I'm new to archery, but I'm really interested in learning it. I'm staying in pleasant hill, sf bay area. Does anybody know of a good range near pleasant hill or concord or walnut creek? Thanks guys.
Regards,
Jenn

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old bow

Nikolas — Tue, 27 Feb 2007 20:40:57 GMT

I have an old lemonwood flatbow. It has a very light draw, considerable string follow, and poor cast. I don't want to toss it or hang it on the wall. Can I back it with sinew or glass to reduce the follow and increase the cast?

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strange dream last night

Nathan — Wed, 17 Jan 2007 18:07:33 GMT

and no, it's not about sex. I was dreaming that I was trying out (???) for the 2008 Olympics in recurves (not my style) and I was instructed to shoot a laser-motion-detector-enabled toothpick-sized recurve bow & arrow at a human face on a projected screen. For some reason I made all bullseyes (not that making bullseyes are hard for me... it's quite easy, but not when its ALL bulseyes) and they hit on the face in the nasal area. After I was scored, I found out I got a 1450 FITA STAR for recurves (which if anyone knows, there are no such thing as a 1450 STAR FITA in anything, let alone recurves...). I am wondering, since I believe in the power of my dreams, does this mean I will make it to the olympics?

hmmm.............................................hm...

nan nan

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Insane Archers

Darter02 — Tue, 26 Sep 2006 04:16:18 GMT

See: http://www.collegehumor.com/video:1709579

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Homemade Targets

Sat, 30 Apr 2005 15:13:20 GMT

Any tips on making decent targets that aren't too complicated? I live in an apartment, so I don't have a lot of room to work, and I need to be able to transport them out to the desert fairly easily.

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have all the archers been shot?

rascalpuppy — Tue, 23 May 2006 05:11:06 GMT

Where is everybody?

Hello?????

Or did too many people decide to try the William Tell thing ;o)

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NEw to Archery

Pias — Sat, 01 Jul 2006 14:57:23 GMT

Hi All ,
Was wondering if anyone has some advice as to what bow would be good for a beginner of Archery such as myself.. i want to explore it more. and would welcome feedback by any.
thanks

Pias

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B.E.S.T with Dr. Lee - Olympic Gold

psyche-dreams — Sun, 28 May 2006 13:08:01 GMT

yesterday i had the fortune to attend Dr. Lee's lecture on the BEST archery technique. Biomechanic Efficiency Shooting Technique. of 23 olympic gold medalists 12 have been his. he coached the australian team for athens olympic and they took the gold. he has been brought to the u.s. to coach us (for we are pitifully poor ranking only 7 or 8 without any increase in shooting scores) at the chula vista training center. i have his website below so you can check it out. i've already noticed an improvement in my scores and it really is a completely new way of shooting. for all you avid archers who are interested in more than just slinging arrows but in archery as an art i recommend checking this out.

http://kslinternationalarchery.com

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Collapsible/Travel Bow

hipahipa — Tue, 23 May 2006 20:09:18 GMT

I was wondering if anyone has ever heard of a bow that is collapsible so that it would fit into a backpack and reassemble easily. I don't have a car and just ride my bike everywhere. It would be convenient if I could fit a bow into my backpack and reassemble it in the park.

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English Flatbow Raffle

Vasilii — Tue, 23 May 2006 19:46:08 GMT

The incipient Shire/Canton of Eastwatch is raffling off a handmade English Flatbow The would retail for between $500.00 and $600.00 and you can buy a chance at it for just $6.00 or you could buy 5 chances for $25.00. For details on the bow and ticket purchase information please visit our web-site at www.eastwatch.org this bow was made by a local traditional bowyer and donated to us. Thankyou for your time.

V VZs

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Spring glee

Emmiken — Sun, 09 Apr 2006 15:49:20 GMT

Yay! Good weather, no ice or snow on the ground. That means that my local outdoor range is open once again! This is such a happy thing, I needed to share the glee.

Time to go shoot now.

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"Noob" Archer

mjayg — Tue, 28 Mar 2006 10:59:25 GMT

Archery fascinates me. I used to enjoy it as a youth and I've been thinking about it again of late, I'm not sure why, and then I stumbled upon this tribe.

I'd like to give it a try again but am not sure how or where to start. I'm in Essex County, NJ but spend a lot of time in Bergen County too.

Thanks!

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Why do you shoot?

Master TAJ — Mon, 19 Sep 2005 08:05:28 GMT

I'm curious. I shoot for two reasons. Make that three.
First, I enjoy it and I use archery as a form of meditation.
Ever read the Zen of archery?
Second, I would like to be able to hunt animals for food one day.
Third is a bit of a long answer but for now I'll say "just incase"
-Taj

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Hear ye, hear ye, oh peaceful tribe of archers,

wonceler — Thu, 05 May 2005 00:37:40 GMT

I bring frightful news, for another tribe of reenactors plans to lay bloody siege upon our peaceful tribe. They've already plundered the peaceful tribe of gunsmiths, and have acquired the knowledge of gunpowder. Presently, they seek really round stones to load into crudely cast cannons. Steel yourselves, archers, for our day of glory is nigh!
Hup,hup...
Hosaah!

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new bow?

nick — Wed, 28 Dec 2005 07:47:52 GMT

i live in the east bay am 15 and want to know if someone has a suggestion for a bow under $100 thats fun, maybe recurve

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Archery on the Playa?

AimTrue — Tue, 23 Aug 2005 21:55:27 GMT

Are any archers going to Burning Man this year?
I'm wondering (hoping) if anyone is planning on setting up some targets for practice. If you are please let me know, I'm bringing my bow and arrows. I just need a (safe) target to shoot at.

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NeW BoW!

joyrochelle — Thu, 05 Jan 2006 23:08:21 GMT

Got a new bow for Xmas-- a traditional hand made all oak beautiful bow. I love it!

Now, I need some direction on any leather traditional quivers that anyone may direct me to? iwould prefer to spend less than 100.... actually...i need to spend less. :)

Happy New Year everyone!

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Champion's Shoot - Pennsic War 34

Darter02 — Fri, 30 Dec 2005 18:34:12 GMT

Here is a galelry of images I shot of the Champion's Shoot held at Pennsic War 34. I saw some damn fine archery and crossbow work that day!

http://www.pbase.com/darter02/p34_010

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children's bows

Wed, 05 Oct 2005 21:27:00 GMT

My neice learned archery at camp and wants to get into the sport. We want to get her a good recurve bow for her birthday. Problem is, we are not sure what size and # to get her. Our budget is about $100.00

She is 12 years old, 100 lbs, about 4'9," I think, definitely under 5'. She is small for her age but fairly athletic.

She has a 22" draw.

I've been looking at the Buckeye Jr., which is a 54" recurve and comes in 20# or 25#.

Should I get her a junior type bow like this or do you think she could handle an adult bow?

Thanks for any advice.

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anyone played this weekend?

erikaschiquis — Sun, 04 Sep 2005 12:36:42 GMT

yesterday, while in the back yard, the whole family shot arrows. We had fun especially the 3 year old handing out the arrows. We used both recurve and compound bows.Happy shooting, Erika

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Hello all

Sat, 27 Aug 2005 20:40:56 GMT

Hello everone. I'm just getting started in archery in fact tried it for the first time today. I left the store buying a bow but they need to set it up for me. Should be ready this tuesday.
I hope to learn alot from this tribe.

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One more...

Tue, 22 Mar 2005 19:09:19 GMT

Forgive my continued ignorance, but I have one more question...are broadhead arrows suitable for target shooting? Because in my research I find one can order custom arrows with either "target tips" or "broadheads".

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Setting up Peep Sight on Compound Bow

Mon, 05 Sep 2005 04:44:31 GMT

Can anyone direct me to a website that would show me the proper way to set up my peep sight and front sight. Base measurements, levels,etc..

Thanks

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Lessons & Where to go?

Wed, 06 Jul 2005 00:13:17 GMT

Hi all,

My 13 year old son is interested in archery, and I would like to find out where we can go...do any of you know of a range in the San Francisco Bay Area? We're in suburbia and I don't want to cause any accidents.

Thanks,
Spencer

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Portland?

bluelion — Fri, 25 Feb 2005 16:02:26 GMT

Are there any archers here from Portland? I'm too lazy to search throught the members.
I enjoy shooting at the rose garden range and I wouldn't mind having some company

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New Archer wonders where to go?!

scandalwraith — Mon, 18 Apr 2005 20:38:13 GMT

Hello All,
I was gifted a lovely recurve bow for my birthday, linen backed oak with a flemish string (I think). I live in New Jersey, can you suggest any places in the Northern part of the state to practice? I would be so grateful because my backyard isn't really a safe place for a new person to shoot. Too many folks about. Thank you so much!
Laura

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Question

The Captain — Tue, 15 Mar 2005 01:29:02 GMT

I'm sure this has been asked thousands of times before, but does anyone know of any archery academies/schools/etc in the bay area?

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Question...

Thu, 03 Feb 2005 01:03:10 GMT

I used to shoot archery in high school (many years ago) and loved it. The equipment was provided by the school, so I never really had to learn anything about it. Now I would like to get back into it, and also get my 13 year old son into it. I am looking for traditional wooden bows, but cannot find any in the shops in my area. I have done some research and can find plenty of websites from which I can order one, but I have questions. Aesthetically, I prefer the recurves, but I also see a lot of longbows. Is there a better type for beginners? Do you need to be tall to shoot a longbow? And when they say "a 70 inch longbow", is that strung or unstrung? Also, how do you determine what your draw length should be? I would imagine one would have to experiment to find the proper draw weight for oneself, correct?

Any help you can give will be appreciated, since I am very serious about this and I want to get it right so we don't get discouraged from trying to use equipment that is inappropriate for us.

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sca???

jefwho — Tue, 09 Nov 2004 23:27:14 GMT

what is this sca i keep hearing about i am a member of the naa and fita but have never heard of this org...

please inform

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bad arrows

brookswift — Mon, 25 Oct 2004 07:23:41 GMT

Have you ever had to deal with arrows more crooked than your local used car salesman? I was at a ren faire over in hollister, CA the other day and plopped down a couple bucks for about 10 pulls on one of their longbows. Luckily, they had some lefty ones. Of course, most arrows didn't even have complete fletching. I could barely hit a target 30 feet away because my arrows would spin around and hit the target sideways. Anyone know how to deal with such cruddy arrows? I got all spoiled shooting hand made aluminum arrows for so long that I can't handle the standard crap they give you elsewhere...

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Where I am

Sun, 24 Oct 2004 05:57:41 GMT

Greetings to all here;

It has been a while since my last visit, and I apologize to those who may be thinking that I have been ignoring them. Life has been a bit busy for me lately.

I have been asked a few times where it is that I live, so I figured I would answer the question (finally).

I live in the warm, sub-Arctic state of Minnesota, -- approx 45 degrees Fahrenheit, last time I looked at 10:00 PM (right now I can't decide which is warmer, outside or the inside of my house - the furnace is not working right) -- in a small, blink-and-miss-it town about a 45 minute drive North of Minneapolis/St. Paul.
I think I will go out and haul some more trees up to the house for firewood tommorrow, it's getting cold in here. :-P

--Artúr Dúbh Maca'Gobhaínn - Archer/Fletcher

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So whadda ya shoot?

Dirkalicious — Tue, 23 Mar 2004 20:30:28 GMT

So What do you shoot? Me personally you ask! I class archery in a broad way so here goes. I use a natural wood longbow, mongol style recurve, 14th c. crossbow, shitty ass chinese made hand crossbow, a 6 ft. jivaro blowgun, a variety of regular and custom made shuriken and a set of 21 gram pub darts. How about you?
Dirk
"Run away and you'll just die tired!"

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Brand new archer...

Britishink — Fri, 05 Mar 2004 01:18:27 GMT

Hello all,
I'm just starting archery and with what small expierience I've gained shooting in the back yard, I'm hooked.
I'm in Washington DC and though there is a fantastic public range only 10 mins. from my house, there seem to be no archers in this city!!!

I've been reading about setting up a compound bow and the ammount of variables involved are staggering. Where do I start?
I have a Genisis Pro. bow with a Cavalier stinger rest, no sight. The draw weight is right in the middle of it's range at about 25lbs. This is comfortable for me and has stopped me putting arrows through the target at short range and into the garage door. 30" fiberglass arrows that are not shattering like the first dozen ceder arrows I started with. I can shoot a nice tight group at about 20 meters, too tight sometimes as I have a pile of nocks and splinters in a box.

I think my rest should be ajusted and I am currently trying different positions and angles.

Any pointers would be gratefully received. Thanks in advance

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return to archery

ZombieDuck — Tue, 20 Jul 2004 19:04:57 GMT

Hey,
So I was into archery as a teenager and still have two of my old bows. I am interested in getting back into it, but have pretty much forgotten everything about it. I have tried to find some archery classes in my area but have been unsuccessfull. Are there any tutorial books that any of you would recommend? I know that for the actual shooting part, books are not that usefull, but I am mainly wanting to relearn the technical side of things, such as selecting and maintaining equipment, that sort of thing.

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Thumbrings

Jochem — Sun, 28 Mar 2004 12:54:35 GMT

About a year ago I bought a thumring for the asian style of shooting, because I'm the only one in our archeryclub that uses a thumbring I had to teach myself how to shoot with it, that's pretty tricky when you're used to using your fingers for drawing the bow.
Now I'm wondering if any of you use a thumbring and how you like it.

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Schools?

Spartakeith — Wed, 10 Mar 2004 18:28:23 GMT

Is there a such thing as an archery school? I haven't touched a bow in at least 15 years that didn't include suction cup arrows, and have been thinking of it again for some reason. I have no deisre to hunt anything (except perhaps girls, but that involves phone numbers and not arrows!), but I want to learn all I can about it.

If it makes some sort of difference, I'm in Chicago.

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World championship fieldarchery - Croatia

Jochem — Sat, 19 Jun 2004 16:02:34 GMT

In a few weeks the world championship fieldarchery begins (the 5th to the 10th of july)
This year it will be held in Croatia. Photographs will be found at www.fieldarcher.nl

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New Member question....

Thu, 04 Dec 2003 10:57:15 GMT

Hello, I have been involved with Archery since the age of 3. I have shot every type of bow readily available. I love Archery. I will respect the request about not discussing hunting with bow and arrows, but may I ask why this is being asked of the members? Thanks you I look forward to discussing traditional and primative archery as well as roving and 3D shoots. God Bless and Good Shooting, Curtiss

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Where is Everyone?

Thu, 11 Dec 2003 15:21:00 GMT

Why so little activity on this message board?

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Re-acquanting myself with my bow

TheArchitect — Wed, 22 Oct 2003 07:09:06 GMT

So I haven't done any serious target shooting since I was in the Boy Scout....age 15ish...and I recently acquired an old compound that I purchase some 15 years ago....I would like to pursue the sport again....I remember having lots of fun...killing hay in the Arroyo Seco basis in Pasadena. My bow needs to be properly tensioned and looked over....can anybody refer me to a good shop in the SF Area??? preferably the city. I was never formally trained and would like to "relearn" archery....I remember it being very meditative and satisfying.

M.

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Re-acquainting myself with my bow

TheArchitect — Wed, 22 Oct 2003 07:09:35 GMT

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Fieldarchery

Jochem — Mon, 06 Oct 2003 20:06:00 GMT

Hi all,

I don't know about you but I'm a fieldarchery fan, a friend of mine has build europe's leading fieldarchery website www.fieldarcher.nl this site is probably also going to be the official website of the worldchampionships field archery 2004 in Croatia.
The fieldarcher site already was the official website for the european championships fieldarchery 2003 in France.
pictures of many fieldarchery contests in Europe are placed on this site.

Enjoy!!!

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