NEW TO TRADITIONAL

[STICKANDSTRINGS]

#6229

I just purchased a long bow from a friend and its a sweet bow. I am trying to find out what are some of the most important things i need to know before I pick up any bad habits and tips. Thanks

[David Petersen]

#49167

Hi Stick, and welcome here. I always advise new trad shooters and hunters to pick up a copy of T.J. Conrads’ Traditional Bowhunter’s Handbook, an excellent general primer. Enjoy your new bow, Dave

[strait-aero]

#49272

Welcome,S&S! You’re on the adventure of a lifetime now, and you’ve come to the right place to get the advice a novice needs. Stay tuned 😉

Wayne

[Bruce Smithhammer]

#49332

Welcome! Sweet looking bow. In addition to the great book mentioned above, I would also check out “A Beginner’s Guide to Traditional Archery” by Sorrells, and “Traditional Archery (2nd Edition is the one to get) by Sam Fadala, which has lots of good equipment and tuning guidance. Other than that, get out and shoot and have fun and undoubtedly more questions will come as you stick with it (pun intended…:roll:)

[JodyS]

#49551

Welcome!

The resources mentioned are great. Also stay tuned to this site to get good info on lots of trad bow topics. As you get the basics of form down, shoot, shoot, shoot, and have fun!

[Swamp Rat]

#50201

I agree with getting a copy of the Tradition Bowhunter’s Handbook great “go to” book

Becareful not to get to heavy of a draw weight to start with. I made this mistake, and I have had to work on my form hard to get back to what it should be. 50# is a lot of weight for most to start out with. You can build up to it quickly, but you can build a lot of bad habits with a heavy bow.

And don’t be tempted to shoot 100 arrows to start with. There are not many that can handle that kind of practice after years of shooting. If you notice that you are having trouble coming to full draw at all take a break (shaking, bow arm collapsing…). Keep your practice short and often.

Beware… this stuff is a disease you may find yourself buying bows and selling guns.

Oh, and if it ever gets to where it is not fun take a break you are doing something wrong.

[Wexbow]

#50517

Beautiful looking bow you have there. I can second Brian Sorrells book, I’m currently following his practice programme and I’m seeing real results. I’ve just ordered a copy of TJ’s book and can’t wait to have a read of it. Even as a beginner the one thing I have learned above anything else is form, form, form! Oh yeah and then some more proper form 😉 Enjoy!

[ChumpMcgee]

#51565

I also will agree with the book as well. I have read it a couple of times and always find something new in it.

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