[DavidBen]

in reply to: Target backstop #28806

Looks great. Thanks for the information.

[DavidBen]

in reply to: Target backstop #28713

What are you using for the backstop fabric?

[DavidBen]

in reply to: Brace Height #30990

I’m by no means an authority on this…

Brace height affects the power stroke of the bow. Finding that sweet spot where the bows power is most “under control” (i.e. brace height is best) will yield the best power out of the bow WITHOUT causing adverse “reactions” from the bow. Have the bow “under control” but still delivering the most power possible will allow for the arrow to fly the best. Allowing that power stroke to go too far, i.e. too low of a brace height, will cause erratic arrow flight and an uncomfortable shooting experience with most likely greater hand shock. Having too high of a brace height will limit the power stroke and will not allow the bow to properly utilize the power on moving the arrow.

So, there are really two key components in tuning your bow (more than this but strictly around this discussion) and that is finding the “sweet spot” for the brace height and then finding the perfect arrow spine for that. Of course, finding the proper arrow spine is another whole discussion. 🙂

Hope this is somewhat helpful.

[DavidBen]

in reply to: BamaBows … opinions? #9397

I have a friend that shoots Bama bows and swears by them. Additionally, I have not heard anything bad about them just positive.

However, I will say this buying a bow is a personal experience. I recently bought a bow without shooting it and can say that I am very thankful that I love it. On the flip side of that I have shot at least 100 different bows at different shoots, expos and many that I thought I would love (big name bowyers too) I found that I absolutely hated them. So, my recommendation would be to get somewhere you can try them if possible. There may be some shoots in your area that would have vendors and that would be a good place to start. Additionally, there is one place that you can buy new and used bows online rmsgear.com and they will allow you to return a bow if you don’t like it within one week. They are great to deal with and you can really discuss things with them prior to purchasing. That is where I bought my Spirit longbow and as I stated I love it. The buying experience was equally satisfying.

So, Bama may be a great choice. Better if you can try then buy or at least buy, try and return if not happy.

Hope this helps.

[DavidBen]

in reply to: Where Would You Live? #20895

StickBowManMI wrote: Unfortunately, when I lived in NY, it seems like their were only a few traditional bowhunters.

The numbers are growing, and the hunting is getting better all the time. It’s nice to be around honestly. AND, there are no ticks, hurricanes, tornadoes, nasty snakes (or at least few), and too many trees for ATV people to be too much of a nuisance. Yup, I like NY. I will happily deal with the snow for all those benefits. 😀

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