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Post by Brina on Sept 29, 2011 4:08:46 GMT -5
Yep. Looking at archery but not sure exactly what to look for, etc. Can anyone help?
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Post by Barley on Sept 29, 2011 6:31:34 GMT -5
It is expensive. Expect to spent about $200 to get started....
A bow. A 35# is best, but if you are not strong enough to pull it, then it would be a bad choice.
A good idea is to test bows from other hydra and see what works for you.
whatever poundage you choose, make sure that you full draw it. I have seen bel fighters choose a bow that is too strong from them to full draw, so they half draw it. this ends up making the arrows slow off the bow as the bow is pulled to a lower poundage.
Get good arrows. they are around $10 a piece.
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Post by gypsierose on Sept 29, 2011 13:11:07 GMT -5
Yea what he said, lol. I actually prefer a 30# bow. I can't pull back a 35# for more than a few fights before my arms get tired. I've bought bows off ebay before, but since they are used they don't tend to last as long. I've broken 2 that I got off ebay, but each one lasted over a year.
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Post by Jarvis on Sept 29, 2011 13:55:34 GMT -5
A good idea is to test bows from other hydra and see what works for you. On this note - Brina, track me down at Okfest - I'll have my bow on me. |
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Post by Brina on Sept 29, 2011 14:14:21 GMT -5
Thank you all for your advice. Jarvis- You'll be sure that I will.  |
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Post by Brina on Oct 10, 2011 11:45:36 GMT -5
Question: Is a fiberglass bow kosher?
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Post by Kyrian on Oct 10, 2011 11:54:00 GMT -5
Question: Is a fiberglass bow kosher? Sure. I've seen quite a few people use a fiberglass bow to try out archery and then invest in a nicer bow once they've gotten the hang of it. |
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Post by Jarvis on Oct 10, 2011 14:13:31 GMT -5
Oh hey, I totally forgot to let you try my bow at 'fest, Brina. Sorry about that.
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Post by Brina on Oct 10, 2011 18:24:46 GMT -5
Oh hey, I totally forgot to let you try my bow at 'fest, Brina. Sorry about that. No worries. Lots of things going on at fest. |
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