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Post by kg5388 on Oct 13, 2005 21:39:54 GMT -5
where's a good site to get info on bows last bow i bought was a bear whitetail hunter back in 85-86 been a good one but it's time to retire it
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Post by michihunter on Oct 14, 2005 2:13:06 GMT -5
www.huntersfriend.com/bowselection.htm is a great place to get some info and a general idea of pricing. If you're looking for forums where you can ask a question, this here one is as good as any. Or PM me with your needs and I'll see what I can do.
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Post by admin on Oct 14, 2005 3:15:42 GMT -5
That looks like a pretty good site. I used to have one bookmarked on my old computer but can't think what it is right now. I will try to remember. It had all the manufacturers, general prices, and all the stats about each bow.
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Post by michihunter on Oct 14, 2005 8:28:01 GMT -5
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Post by admin on Oct 14, 2005 10:00:10 GMT -5
I do believe that just might be the one. Just didn't look the same at 4am. 
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Post by kg5388 on Oct 15, 2005 14:39:23 GMT -5
allrite guys whats better single cam or double cam??
need info on sight old bow has a rubber flipper for an arrow rest
which kind is better i hunt in thick timber with small Field areas of 4 to 15 acre with plenty of hills and ditches to climb thru and low stands none really higher than 15- 20 feet
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Post by michihunter on Oct 15, 2005 14:42:18 GMT -5
The Whisker Biscuit (Carolina Archery Products)or Whisper Disk (Golden Key Futura) would be the 2 I'd recommend for an outright hunting rig. They are full containment rests and easy to set up. As for a sight, there's only one that I'd recommend and I have it on all our bows- Copper Johns Dead Nuts. Great durable sights!! The single cam bows seem to be a little harsher on draw but are easier to tune and have a more solid back wal (draw stop). The dually bows and Cam and a halfs are smooth. It comes down to a personal preference.
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Post by kg5388 on Oct 15, 2005 15:15:19 GMT -5
went down to a friends and shot his PSE but shot better with aluminum than his carbon fiber arrows but i'm larger and have a 30" draw while he has a 27" draw length are the carbon arrows worth the money? all he knows is his version of what he reads in the bow mags and sometimes i don't thick he sees the whole article if you know what i mean
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Post by admin on Oct 15, 2005 20:24:50 GMT -5
I have to agree with michi on the single cam vs the cam 1/2. I have a Firestorm Lite single cam set at 58lbs, I was at a buddy's house this eve and he just got a new PSE Vengence with the cam 1/2 set at 70lbs. His 70lbs was easier to pull than my 58lbs. First time I had play with one that had the cam 1/2, very smooth, nice little bow.
As far as the rest, I went to the Wisker Bisquit last year and just love it. No more worrying about the arrow falling off with the little clank right at the critical moment. Very easy to tune and adjust.
I am currently using a Cobra sidewinder site. The biggest thing I like about it is the adjustment knobs. No more using the allen wrench everytime I need to move the site.
Lots of good equipment out there, most of it just comes down to personal preferences and what you feel comfortable with.
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Post by michihunter on Oct 15, 2005 21:46:21 GMT -5
Personal preference is the key. Take all the suggestions given to you and then go try them all out. It will come down to what feels best to you.
On a different note, make sure your draw length is measured by a true professional. It is one of the most critical issues in shooting, and most new archers are usually a bit long. That will end up giving you bad form and poor shooting habits!!
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Post by kg5388 on Oct 16, 2005 6:25:33 GMT -5
went down to the toy store (BPS) looked at equipment took the old lady along and i might just have a funny shaped package under the tree this year  ( she said i have to much gun stuff and a bow doesn't make much noise in the backyard) ;D |
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Post by admin on Oct 16, 2005 6:29:08 GMT -5
Congrat kg, and what model are you hoping is in that funny shaped box?
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Post by kg5388 on Oct 16, 2005 6:46:17 GMT -5
don't know yet  been to much into handgun and blackpowder hunting to really know much about bows used to hunt with a friend back in the 80 and he knew a lot bout bow hunting but he went into the navy and haven't heard from him in years and all my other friends are into large cal rifles in the 7mag-300 winmag range i'm the oddball with the old hawkin muzzle loader and a measly 243 so this is going to take some studying on my part to figure this out |
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Post by admin on Oct 16, 2005 6:55:57 GMT -5
Well don't be afraid to ask questions, I'm sure somene can help with any questions you have. I know that if I don't know the answer I could get it for you. I have quite a few buddies that have been bow hunting for years.
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Post by kg5388 on Oct 16, 2005 7:06:16 GMT -5
that' s one of the reasons i like it here. I may ask so many questions i would be easier for one of you to drive down here and beat it into my head with a stick but i love to hunt with the right equipment i hate to buy anything i can't use or doesn't work the way the manufacturer says it will cause once you buy it it's yours but i quess if i kept all that old stuff that didn't work well i could have sold it on ebay[img src="http://www.volhouse.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/doh[1].gif"]
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Post by admin on Oct 16, 2005 7:17:24 GMT -5
Well I'm not that far away and I'm sure I could find a stick. Just kidding. I've only been doing it for 4 years and I've been cramming for those 4 years and have learned a lot from these boards. Even though we only have a few members they appear to have a great bit of knowledge and I think can be quite helpful. That is one of the reasons I started this board. My own personal home schooling. |
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Post by michihunter on Oct 16, 2005 10:07:51 GMT -5
The thing I'd recommend to you is look around for a great proshop in your area. If you have trouble locating one, let me know. I'll find one for you!! Then get to know the guys that frequent it. Self taught is nice but not always the best way to go. Your learning curve would greatly increase if you had a knowledgeable person teaching you the ropes firsthand. There's a lot more to archery than nocking an arrow and letting it fly.  |
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Post by admin on Oct 16, 2005 10:22:19 GMT -5
See there kg....Knowledge It's a wonderful thing |
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Post by intruder on Oct 16, 2005 13:34:39 GMT -5
I am totally sold on drop away rests and I love my trophy taker ..... I would also seriously consider at least trying the mathews switchback.... the best feeling bow all around I have ever had the chance to put my hands on! but you can't go wrong with most of the newer bows... good luck
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Post by michihunter on Oct 16, 2005 21:39:38 GMT -5
Another thing I'd recommend is to start checking out eBay and Archerytalk classifieds. The 2005 closeouts will be popping up in no time and you can get a brand new bow at clearance prices!!
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Post by ScottC on Oct 17, 2005 20:07:59 GMT -5
I, too, recommend trying a Mathew's Switchback. I went to my local shop thinking I wanted another bow. I shot four different bows and the SB was by far the smoothest drawing bow of all I tried. (My bow pic and set up is in the favorite bow thread)
I use an APA Twister Safari rest, and like it a lot. I was using a Cobra Sidewinder Radiant sight, and liked it. Today I received a Spot Hogg Hunter Hogg-It to replace it though. I wanted 5 pins and read lots of great reviews about the SH line on other forums.
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Post by intruder on Oct 18, 2005 11:24:04 GMT -5
Just be careful when going through the brush with the SH.... My dad broke 3 pins this year going throught the brush.
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Post by ScottC on Oct 18, 2005 16:17:48 GMT -5
 Must have been some strong brush. Thanks for the info.
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Post by intruder on Oct 18, 2005 20:40:09 GMT -5
well it actually broke the fibers not the pins.... The fibers are totally exposed.
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Post by ScottC on Oct 19, 2005 12:44:31 GMT -5
The fibers were more exposed on my old Cobra Sidewinder Radiant. Really stuck out. The ones on my SH are not as exposed as those were. Nice sights those SH's.
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Post by bowtech on Oct 31, 2005 5:55:51 GMT -5
I wont have a sight that uses fibers if I can avoid it Look at the Montana black gold line and you will find superior sights without all the fiber. The bonus is that they also are very good light collecting pins  www.keystonecountrystore.com/prodinfo.asp?number=SIG2435605There are a number of models you might want to take a look at. |
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Post by admin on Oct 31, 2005 8:05:20 GMT -5
Thanks for the link BT, that's a nice looking sight.
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( she said i have to much gun stuff and a bow doesn't make much noise in the backyard) ;D
been to much into handgun and blackpowder hunting to really know much about bows used to hunt with a friend back in the 80 and he knew a lot bout bow hunting but he went into the navy and haven't heard from him in years and all my other friends are into large cal rifles in the 7mag-300 winmag range i'm the oddball with the old hawkin muzzle loader and a measly 243 so this is going to take some studying on my part to figure this out
Must have been some strong brush. Thanks for the info.
