[JDinCO]

in reply to: elk #15117

I understand that.

[JDinCO]

in reply to: elk #14798

Michael. no offence taken, I just wanted to make sure I was clear in my posting. The bottom line is the hunter is responsible to ensure that thier equipment is tunedand shooting properly, broadheads are sharpened and above all has the ability to to make a good ethical shot on the animal.

Someday I’ll read Dr. A’s report in it”s entirety, I’ve read bits of it.

JD

[JDinCO]

in reply to: elk #10330

I was just stating what the law in CO was. That does not mean I condone it. My hunting bow is 59# @ 29″, which is about 53# @ my 27″ draw.

[JDinCO]

in reply to: Draw Weight #34759

I have seen way too many guys that think you need the heaviest bow possible. There is a reason that Colorado’s minimum draw weight is 35#.

[JDinCO]

in reply to: right wing vs left wing ? #31361

I can see how that would work. It would be like the drift of a spinning bullet or artilery round.

[JDinCO]

in reply to: right wing vs left wing ? #28184

There are some great paradox videos on you tube. Very neet stuff.

[JDinCO]

in reply to: Draw Weight #27351

I was in the same boat as you, used a 45# until my form was good then moved back up to 55#.

[JDinCO]

in reply to: WILL I EVER SHOOT MY LONGBOW AGAIN? #27340

I always like to go on a good bow hike and do some stump shooting. Just relax with your bow and enjoy the land. Give yourself a whole new perspective.

[JDinCO]

in reply to: Sites on a recurve? #27335

RugerBH wrote: I have sights on my recurve and like it. I perfer the feel of the recurve to a compound but like the added confidence the sights give me. The only down side is that you don’t seem to fit into any group. Trad shooters think your lazy or taking short cuts and compound shooters think your a fool for messing around with the recurve. Try it, if you like it go for it.

Folks were putting sights on recurves long before any compounds were popular. The new “Trad” movement seemed to forget about history.

[JDinCO]

in reply to: Sites on a recurve? #27331

There’s nothing wrong with taping a matchstick or toothpick on your riser to use as a sight pin. I also 2nd reading Shootin the Stickbow. This book covers a just about everything.

[JDinCO]

in reply to: First Long Bow #27325

KWB
Welcome to archery! If you are just starting out I wouldn’t reccomend spending a lot quite yet. First find someone who is willing to take the time to teach you the basics. There are some good books out there: The Traditioinal Bowhunter’s Handbook by TJ Conrads and Shooting the Stickbow by Anthony Camera are two very good books. I also think starting out with a light bow about 35# to build your form then move up to 50# and above. But be prepared for a lot of opinions and advice and remember archery is something where you will always learn something new everyday. Good luck!

[JDinCO]

in reply to: right wing vs left wing ? #26303

The main point to remember is do not mix both LW and RW on the same arrow, also use the coresponding clamp, Left helical with a LW feather when fletching. Rotation of the arrow should not matter because the arrow will be in paradox at that point so if everything is tuned correctly there should be no issue with the feather hitting the shelf. Plus the feather would collapse not affecting the arrow flight.

[JDinCO]

in reply to: elk #21323

The minimum in CO is 35#. Your 55# should be fine.

[JDinCO]

in reply to: right wing vs left wing ? #40022

I have noticed that most places sell complete arrows with left wing feathers witch is forcing me to buy a left hand clamp for my Jo Jan.

[JDinCO]

in reply to: trad vs. compound #40008

I just couldn’t deal with a compound any more. I couldn’t find one that felt good, but when I picked up my first Herters I felt the magic.

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