what poundage??
08-28-2005, 09:10 PM
#3
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RE: what poundage??
How much let-off do you have on the Matthews, how comfortable are you with it, how often do you shoot.......lots of things to consider here.
Just going on what you gave, I'd say 30-35# max. If at all possible, pull some bows and see what you are comfortable with. Starting out you want a bow you are comfortable with. You want to work on form and consistency with a bow you can comfortably control, not one you are struggling with. You will be able to shoot longer and more often with the lighter weight, and will improve faster.
There's always exceptions--you might do fine with a heavier bow--but most folks will do better starting out light.
Chad
Just going on what you gave, I'd say 30-35# max. If at all possible, pull some bows and see what you are comfortable with. Starting out you want a bow you are comfortable with. You want to work on form and consistency with a bow you can comfortably control, not one you are struggling with. You will be able to shoot longer and more often with the lighter weight, and will improve faster.
There's always exceptions--you might do fine with a heavier bow--but most folks will do better starting out light.
Chad
08-28-2005, 09:23 PM
#4
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RE: what poundage??
I know I can pull a 70# compound ALL DAY LONG with no problems... But a 55lb longbow will wear me out in about 10 shots!!!
Like LBR said, DO NOT OVERBOW YOURSELF.... I made that mistake, TWICE
While you will get stronger very quickly, I don't see how you could possibly develop good form while being severly over-bowed.....
Like LBR said, DO NOT OVERBOW YOURSELF.... I made that mistake, TWICE
While you will get stronger very quickly, I don't see how you could possibly develop good form while being severly over-bowed.....
08-28-2005, 10:01 PM
#5
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RE: what poundage??
yep, 45 pounder will be plenty enough to get you hooked and put meat in the freezer.
I used to shoot compounds 70 -80 lbs. Now shooting trad bows from 35-58 pounds. I get the best training from the 35 pounder. smooth draw, full anchor smooth release etc etc. Everyday bow is 51 pounds and is plenty fast. Twice around a 3D course and I'm toast.
Have fun !
I used to shoot compounds 70 -80 lbs. Now shooting trad bows from 35-58 pounds. I get the best training from the 35 pounder. smooth draw, full anchor smooth release etc etc. Everyday bow is 51 pounds and is plenty fast. Twice around a 3D course and I'm toast.
Have fun !
09-01-2005, 07:17 PM
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RE: what poundage??
ORIGINAL: Guss
I would say start with a bow around 140lbs at 28 and work your way up, if you are shooting anything less then 100 you may as well be throwing rocks.
I would say start with a bow around 140lbs at 28 and work your way up, if you are shooting anything less then 100 you may as well be throwing rocks.
09-01-2005, 08:06 PM
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RE: what poundage??
Just being alittle funny, every one else had the question pritty well taken care of. If remember right LBR can pull somthing like 100. The guy who made my bow can pull over 100 and still be acurate, or so I have heard.