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in reply to: Glue on broadheads for 5/16 wood arrows #133795
Kconner
I Havn’t tried it but it Should work ok. Probably best for hunting only. The back of the broadhead will be bigger than the shaft, which is good for penetration but tough to pull out of target material.
Scout
in reply to: What ya got goin'? 2 #133783Haha – nice pics Ralph
Is that north wind starting to sweep across the ” Llano” yet? Getting any rain? Actually getting some in NM.
Scout
in reply to: Bow ID help #133692Hi Nick
I am not sure what it is. I am hazarding a guess– It sounds / looks like it could be one of the base model bows sold in the old “big box” stores (Sears etc). Could be a Bear, Shakespeare, or a Ben Pearson ( which is my guess). Maybe one of the collectors here on the forum will weigh in–
Scout
PS it looks like it is in fine shape – ought to be a good shooter
in reply to: Hope for the Best #133691Stephen
Sounds like you weathered the storm in good shape, and you turned it into a positive experience – well done. Built a new bow and it sounds like a great one, with a ” mystical” birth! From your comments it appears a second addition of the book might be in the offing -?
I do understand what you mean about the notes and the forgetfullness. Never ending story with me. I have to remind myself to go back and review them, when I remember to haha – vicious circle.
Scout
in reply to: Hope for the Best #133671Hey Stephen how is it going back there ? I hope all ya all weathered the storm easily without any damage.
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in reply to: Nilgai Set up?? #133670Moran.m44
Welcome to the forum.
I have not hunted Nilgai personally. It is my understanding that they average in the large cow/ young bull weight range of elk. With that in mind I think your set up with a razor sharp broadhead placed in the vitals at tradbow ranges ( max 30yds for most of us) will work fine. If you are interested in enhancing the penetration capabilities of your arrow, go to our– friends of foc forum- and review some of the discussions there. The ability to place a razor sharp broadhead exactly where you want it ( i believe in some of the exotic antelope the vitals are more forward, so I would study Nilgai anatomy) is the prime consideration, which for me means I practice a lot.
Scout
in reply to: Planning to switch from compound. Need advice! #133661Good morning
Welcome to tradbow forums Justin. Looks like you have thought about this extensively and have a good plan.
You could go ahead and find an ilf compatible bow in 35-40lb ( and in your price range) and have at it —– or
The best bet would be to find an archery shop / club / or shoot ( near you preferably ) that would allow you to try out some of the different tackle, before purchase. This would give you a better idea of what would best suit you.
Maybe one of the other forum members with current knowledge of the different ilf options will chime in with their preferences—
Glad to have you with us Justin
Scout
in reply to: Shooting Glove #133597My favorite and current glove is one from American leathers -bison
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in reply to: Colorado backpack hunt #133595Ridge runner
I Havn’t hunted CO in awhile so have little current info. I find most of the western states game dept regulations difficult ( complicated)and I live in NM. I do read them completely every year to stay in compliance and recommend same to all. As with most organizations today it is difficult to get a knowledgeable person on the phone, that is the best bet and worth the extra effort. If you can join up with some bowhunters who have been there before, is of course a good option – cheaper too. I believe it is always good to contact game dept folks ( biologists / LE officers) –bear in mind the info you get will be similar to what the rest of the public received. Ie I doubt it will be a honey hole. In the world of today not many people will give up ” their spot”, even to friends – every one is trying to avoid the crowd- which is becoming more difficult in the west – especially CO.
What I do, is gather all the info I can by phone/ internet, sporting goods stores in the area to be hunted etc . Pick a spot that looks good, then go there in the summer and scout ( yea I know, its easier if you live closer). In CO you will need to go high ( be prepared). Or pick a couple likely spots and check them out . It is easier to get good info when the hunt isn’t on. In fact the best time to scout for next year – is right after the hunt you are interested in has ended, as successful hunters like to tell their story ( and you will know where the crowds went in order to avoid them ). Or if you do not have the time/ money for good pre season scouting – come early and talk to the hunters who just finished the hunt before yours.
There was a time in my youth when one could just about go to any western state ask the locals where to go and be sent to a lucrative area, more difficult today. Do the research and the scouting ( which i enjoy almost as much as the hunt) and you will probably have a more successfull hunt, and get to spend more time in our wonderful public lands!
Scout
in reply to: Newbie advice??? #133594Harold Burke
I would recommend another set of limbs (slightly lighter at your draw) and just keep working on form and the joy of flinging arrows . Any weight around 50lbs will take any game in the lower 48.
Try to make one of the shoots or an expo ( or friends) and try different bows to get an idea of what you might like for a future purchase. But for now, I would just work on technique—- and have fun
Happy Arrows
Scout
in reply to: Hope for the Best #133592Yes Stephen best of luck! But in your case I am sure you are prepared–
Wishing all in the impact area a storm that fizzles out
Scout
in reply to: Been lurking, but first post #133591Skinner biscuit
Well said —-an eloquent description of the art of tradbow
Scout
in reply to: Been lurking, but first post #133569Harold Burke
Welcome back to the Tradional way and to our site. Join the discussions and best of luck on your new pathway. Most of all enjoy the journey
Happy Arrows
Scout
in reply to: Cock feather #133546Thank you Steve for the definitive answer. In the back of my mind I was thinking less center shot bows might show more of a preference, from discussions of this issue in past forums ( I don’t have one at the moment to test). Yes on 4 fletch as you say.
Scout
in reply to: Staghorn T67 recurve bow #133543Terry lane
Yes , very interesting and new info for me. I was not familiar with the Staghorn bows. Sorry to hear the founder passed. Sounds like they built a great bow.
Scout.
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