School me on compound bows

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So I have been kicking around the idea of picking up a beginner to intermediate bow, just to learn and know how to operate one mainly, but also possibly do some hunting. I've done some looking around at some interwebz suggested Diamond and Bear bows priced in the $300-400. Any others to look for or avoid?

I have also heard about fitting and tuning a bow to the shooter. I don't know much about this, or the rest of it, so, impart me some wisdom and get me learnt up, if'n y'all don't mind.
 
Bows are like anything else, cheap isn't always the answer.
The price range you mentioned is in todays market pretty cheap.
You'd be better off getting a used bow. Mathews, PSE are two of my favorites.
Draw length can be measured by someone who knows what they are doing. A touch too short is better than too long.
Get a good release. Scott is a good place to look.
A good sight is also a thing to look at.
You can easily spend 600 to a K or more, so if the budget is tight look used.
Technology in Bowdom changes often and everybody is looking for the next new thing so finding a good used bow should be easy. A lot of targets/animals have been killed with older tech bows and a lot of those bows were easier to shoot. They had longer brace heights and longer axle to axle lengths.

Go to a reputable shop and ask questions.
 
I'm not opposed to used. I have been told to never dry fire a bow, correct? I would feel better buying from an experienced bow hunter if going used.
 
Tailhunter said:
Go to a reputable shop and ask questions.
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This and he’s not talking bass pro or any of the other Big BS. I started out with a ready to shoot package, about $600 total sans the arrows. Have put on new strings, sight, stabilizer, max out poundage and tuned by Godwins in Raeford NC. It still Out shoots me by a wide margin. Took 3 does and one buck with it across 3 seasons before the tune. It’s not really the arrow, it’s the Indian. If you really get into it, it’s an expensive hobby. Got tied of shooting out cheap targets and sunk almost 300 on two. That far one is 24x24 and weighs like 60lbs or something.


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sixtysevensg said:
Anyone have any reputable archery shop recommendation in the triad area?
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Drop Tine Archery in Advance. Call before you drop in. Owner has had some health issues and hours can change because of it. Good people though. They have an indoor and outdoor range. I'm sure they do classes too. It would be worth the time saved to get some lessons. They have indoor leagues too. I've done business with them but they are a bit too far to get down there regularly.

http://www.droptinearchery.com
 
chiefjason said:
Drop Tine Archery in Advance. Call before you drop in. Owner has had some health issues and hours can change because of it. Good people though. They have an indoor and outdoor range. I'm sure they do classes too. It would be worth the time saved to get some lessons. They have indoor leagues too. I've done business with them but they are a bit too far to get down there regularly.

http://www.droptinearchery.com
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I was actually just checking out their site. There used to be a shop called Bladerunners near Atlas, but not sure if they are still open.
 
I agree with Tailhunter, go to a good dealer and by used, new can be spendy. If your not sure your going to like the sport, your not out much. If you fall in love with it you can upgrade later.

I have shot long bow and re-curve since the 60's. Got my Compound in the 90's for about $120 and love it. It's a used Hoyte, 72lbs, longer that newer compounds, Used finger pull and glove and just couldn't move to a release. In all those years I have had to replace some mole skin and had to have a new string, its very dependable.

All in all, its a fun sport, and hunting with a bow is a kick in the pants. Hope you enjoy the experience.
 
When you get a bow just shoot and shoot and then shoot some more, the more practice the better you’ll become. All so remember to be consistent and do the same thing every time, that’s the real key good habits and repeating them.
 
So a fella I work with offered me his Hoyt Ignite with TruGlo 4 dot, Whisker Biscuit, Fuse 6 arrow quiver, 6 Gold Dot arrows and a few other various makes, dampener and stabilizer installed and a cube target for $400. Seems like a fair deal to me, but wanted y'alls opinion. I'm still planning on hitting Drop Tine tomorrow afternoon.
 
sixtysevensg said:
So a fella I work with offered me his Hoyt Ignite with TruGlo 4 dot, Whisker Biscuit, Fuse 6 arrow quiver, 6 Gold Dot arrows and a few other various makes, dampener and stabilizer installed and a cube target for $400. Seems like a fair deal to me, but wanted y'alls opinion. I'm still planning on hitting Drop Tine tomorrow afternoon.
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Draw length is adjustable without a bow press, which is a big plus. A quick ebay search seems to put that price in the right ballpark. If he has a release it will be a plus too.
 
It’s been a few years since I went but I took some arrows to get re-fletched to Drop Tine. I wasn’t a fan. They had their usual customers in there and wouldn’t hardly give me the time of day.

Bladerunners I believe shut down. May be mistaken. They were the best shop to go to. I bought a setup from them 15+ years ago. Shot a doe this year with it. My wife was thinking about getting into archery and took her to Bladerunners. He took the time and fitted her to a bow and practiced with her. Green guys. Stinks if the did truly close.
 
Archery is all about practice. As the guy and his wife that were the reps for Eaton said "Perfect Practice Makes Perfect". Looking this up looks like there are several are taking credit for this now.
First deer I ever killed was with a $50 Indian Compound with a 45 lb draw weight at probably 20 yards.
If you are buying used make sure to look at the limbs good and make sure there are no cracks in them.
I have been out of archery for some time but used to love all of the matches. One good thing is you get to re-use your bullets.
Having someone get you draw length for the set up is needed and make sure the arrows are tuned to the bow. Used to shoot through paper targets to see the arrow flight and how the fletching's cut though it.
Look at some slow motion videos it amazing in how much is going on with the arrow you never see..
 
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