[Augustinus]

in reply to: Brace Height Bear Kodiak Hunter #63511

Smithhammer, thanks for the reply and words of encouragement. To answer your question I do not have silencers or a bow quiver. As in the aforementioned, I shot about 60 arrows and noted that the arrows were a bit off to the left. There’s a myriad of reasons for this I suppose. I’m going to increase the nrace height to 8.25″. Should I be making the adjustments in greater increments, say 0.25″?

[Augustinus]

in reply to: Brace Height Bear Kodiak Hunter #63434

I’m using a T-square and measuring to the deepest part of the grip. I’m at 8″ right now. Shot about 60 arrows. Will an improper brace height affect the behavior of the arrow? I’m using 2018s. Or is the adjustment solely to quiet the bow, or both?

[Augustinus]

in reply to: Greetings/Introduction #46662

Many thanks to Dan Z and Robin. The welcoming to this community is heartfelt and appreciated. Dan Z, your sarcasm was not lost on me. I must admit, I was taken aback when I started reading your reply. It’s funny, after I realized that my arrows were a bit too stiff, I ventured out to a new outfitters and I ordered a dozen 2018s with 125gr heads. That said, while I was at the shop a fella came in apparently feeling quite enthusiastic about a be compound bow Hoyt had just released. I stood there while this guy drooled over it. I don’t want to sound full of pride, but I suppose I would react the same over a recurve or longbow.

Robin, I will take your advice with regard to mentoring. That is a great idea. Nothing beats live tutelage. I have taken others advice, and picked up Fred Azbell’s DVD and book, Instinctive Shooting. I’m going to watch it with my boys tonight and try to learn as much as possible.

Thanks again for the valuable advice.

[Augustinus]

in reply to: Greetings/Introduction #44759

eidsvolling wrote: For answers to questions you haven’t thought of yet (and more), may I suggest getting a copy of The Traditional Bowhunter’s Handbook, written by a guy who happens to be your host here. (I don’t get any benefit from such a recommendation other than a warm glow from helping another bowhunter. 😉 )

OOPS, didn’t see the “Add to Cart.” I’ll get right on it.

[Augustinus]

in reply to: Greetings/Introduction #44757

eidsvolling wrote: For answers to questions you haven’t thought of yet (and more), may I suggest getting a copy of The Traditional Bowhunter’s Handbook, written by a guy who happens to be your host here. (I don’t get any benefit from such a recommendation other than a warm glow from helping another bowhunter. 😉 )

eidsvolling, ordering it from Amazon, if they carry it. Thanks again.

[Augustinus]

in reply to: Greetings/Introduction #44752

Thanks for the valuable advice to all. I am awaiting the delivery, tomorrow, of a Bear Super Kodiak Grayling Green 50#, very excited. I went to a different outfitter today just over the over here in NY State, and explained my experiences to the salesman and told him of the new bow. He is setting me up with XX75 2018 for this bow. I did express an interest in wood arrows and he said to forget about that here in the northeast, its too moist and humid, they’ll only warp. I didn’t share with him the fact that I already ordered a test kit from 3RiversArchery. I am excited to not only shoot the new bow, but to send some traditional wood arrows into my target.

I’d appreciate any tips or pointers that you all have regarding the arrow test kit. This is all new to me.

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