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in reply to: ARE LONG SHOTS PUZZLING TO ALL?? #25983

John Carter wrote: I focus on my target at all times.
Yes I see the arrow,but I’m not looking at it.
My subconcious mind sees the arrow as well,and it’s that subconcious that pushes my bow arm to the correct elevation.
Once I get past my point on,I start to gap shoot,I don’t count inches or feet,I simply aim for a spot above my target based on my knowlage of my bows tradjectory by focusing on that spot while being fully aware I’m not going to hit it.
I can’t see my target by this stage because my bow hand is obscuring it so my chosen mark becomes the target.
I choose the mark I needed to aim for well before I draw my bow,and I stay focused on that mark until after my arrow has landed.
A person needs a reasonable understanding of their bows tradjectory before he can do this,because past the bows point on distance the arrow will dive like a shot duck.
My bows point on is 35 yards,I’m happy to shoot at anything at that distance,beyond that I’m still happy to 45 yards,but that’s my limit because even at that range the drop from point on is around 24 inches,good form becomes absolutely esentual,,an I ain’t holding over a living creature at that range because the slightest collapse at full draw or the slightest pluck of the string,incorrect pressure on the bow grip or any list of other faults can result in a poor shot.
I don’t personaly buy into any of the arguments about instinctive or any other form of aiming,,to me it’s all very closely related and it’s all just differing balances between the subconcious and concious mind.
A person should just do what works for them.

John.

John, It’s been awhile since your reply, but I think you hit the nail on the head. sounds like you know what i’m going through. With keeping your comments in mind,and pratice I think I’ll over come my problem….Regards Wade

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in reply to: ARE LONG SHOTS PUZZLING TO ALL?? #28300

lee c wrote: Hey all,I hear ya rebstud,I am in the same boat! Just last Friday,I was shooting well (by my standards anyway!) at 25-30yds. A few days later,well,…not so good!I think several things: First,I need to concentrate on realistic (again,for me!) hunting distances. Second,I find when I am relaxed,I can focus better,and HIT better. Third: Diet..Not eating breakfast or lunch,and too much coffee and cigarettes..big no,no for me. I’ve seen just how bad it can effect me when shooting a handgun or rifle..scores plummet. It boils down to:I can shoot as good as i can concentrate and not OVERTHINK the shot. When I start to “guess” and try to overthink the shot…well,I think you know what happens. These are just some points I feel work for me,and maybe for you. Good luck and good shooting,Lee

Thanks for the reply Lee; Yeah I understand what your saying,I think I’m over thinking the shooting thing!
I think even at long shots I do better just holding and
shooting as if it where any other shot. I shoot 51#@28″
ACS long bow, it shoots 30yrds pretty flat. I like to shoot at that range, so if the chance rears its head at a
nice deer I can make the shot with confidence. I’m trying
real hard to get set up to hunt Colorado in the next few years, so I thought I would extend my range just a little
even though a lot of shots are sometimes at closer ranges.
Again thanks for your input…Regards Wade

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in reply to: Tree stand suggestions #52733

BRUC wrote: The type of stand that I have is called Rivers Edge. It is 15′ high. If there is a downside for ladder stands is that they are not very portable.
Bruce

Yeah Bruce I agree,also I think its a pain putting the stand up in a tree. you have to put the bottom of the ladder in the ground,then walk the stand up to rest on the tree,much like standing up an extention ladder. If theres alot of limbs in the way your looking at a real problem. With that said I to have a few ladder stand up in the woods,and love using them because their so easy to get into in the dark. But their on field edges, with a good back drop of limbs to kill my outline.

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in reply to: Tree stand suggestions #52080

chainsaw wrote: I will be hunting whitetails in the river bottoms of the Snake River (Id) this fall. Trees are mostly smaller cottonwoods. What would be a good stand to buy? I am thinking of the portable ladder type but I have no experience with treestands. Any help would be greatly appreciated!!

Hey Chainsaw; I quess to each their own! I hunt in Ga. most of the time,and hang in anything from Tall Palms,to large Oak trees. I myself like to use Loc-on tree stands. They seem to fit the bill for me a little better then most stands. Climbers are good you can get high and out of the way of the eye sight of Deer especially in territory that has hills,where Deer can stand opposite your location and spot you. Loc-on’s will clap just about anywhere you want to be with little effort,and you can reach what ever height
is good in the aear your hunting by just adding more ladder sticks to the tree. As the other guy said be sure to wear a safety vest for sure,it aids in putting up which ever stand you decide on. Also be sure you have a small cord hanging from your stand to hoist up your bow and what ever gear you use.Good luck…Wade

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in reply to: Glove of choice help !!!! #49091

David Petersen wrote: Jarhead — Gloves vs. tabs is another ongoing discussion. Since you want to order a glove I suggest that you check out Alaska Bowhunting Supply’s current “fire sale” including some screaming deals on shooting gloves. I personally prefer soft, like deerskin, with synthetic-reinforced finger tips, as leather when wet is like shoot with a sponge. Nylon tips are common and work well. “Snookum” tips offer the best release I’ve experienced, but wear out way too fast. On size, most gloves will stretch a fair amount with use. I shoot large, but can make do with medium. If you need xtra large, send a PM to Patrick who may be able to help you out. When it’s cold I cut the finger tips out of my shooting-hand glove. When it’s warm I wear the glove over a very thin pair of mesh camo gloves. My feeling about so many of our “family arguments” about what is “best” is that we all should try as much as possible for ourselves. You tried a tab and now want to try a glove. Others go the other way. Get yourself a good glove and then you’ll know what’s best for you, glove or tab. Semper Fi, dave

Well said Dave, I started with a tab a few years ago,and for some reason tried a soft skinned glove,had some kind of fur on the fingers if I recall. I think one needs to try both,and you’ll end up with the one that fits your needs….Wade

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in reply to: Eclipse Broadheads #13817

Daniel wrote: Has anyone used this broadhead, if so, could you comment on it. I would like to get more input on this head before buying them. It seems they are pretty dandy !!!!!!

SB

Daniel; I recently purchased my second set of Eclipse heads. The later where 145gr. Single Bevel. Last week I shot a hog at about 12 to 15 yrds. away, hitting him just behind his shoulder. It was a pass through shot,and the hog ran about 80 yrds. leaving a very obvious blood trail. After gutting the hog,and taking him home I washed out the inside of the cavity. I took notice where the head hit the first rib bone dead center,in a vertical posture. You could see where the sharp blade had made its cut,but about an inch above,and below the cut the broadhead had split the rib. The other side the broahead hit a rib bone in a horizontal posture,and cut it in half. I dont know if its a true test of how the single bevel broadhead was designed to work, but I was very impressed,and plan on using Eclipse heads…Thanks Wade

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in reply to: DO I NEED LESSONS? #11803

Steve Graf wrote: I like to keep it simple. So I use the carbide sharpeners that you just drag over the blade. It always works for me and I end up with no hair on my left arm mid way through archery season.

Alaska Bowhunters Supply has a single bevel sharpener that I just bought a while back. It is very nice. 3Rivers has the same style but for a regular double bevel edge. Then there is the good old bear carbide sharpener for about 5 bucks. I had a green bear carbide sharpener for 15 years. I gave it to a friend last year and he is still using it.

No moving parts, goes in the pocket.

I bought some Abowyer heads that are pre sharpened and coated with plastic to keep them that way. They were sharpened on the paper wheel system. They are very sharp. But no sharper than I get them with my trusty carbide sharpener 😀

Thanks Dave,welcome back Robin: Yeah I went to Eclipse web site and read up on their how to page. Went back out with a file in one hand,and Bud lite in the other! When I was done you could shave with them. I didn’t think about the rounding off factor! Good point,I’ll order me a KME sharpener,saw them earlier before I posted. I think I’m getting it bad. I’m ordering a Spike Tent from Montana Canvas along with a stove. I have most of the other camping gear I need. Getting all the maps and liteture on Units 71,and 711 near Dolores,and Duntin in the NW. area of Colorado for next Sept. So if anyone has advise,i’m all ears…Thans again Wade. Oh did I mention I bought a Elk call!(could be crazy but I’m going for it)

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in reply to: Ghilli suit #9425

[quote=Bert]Good topic, Clay- I’ve been thinking along the same lines(just an old sniper at heart!). Remember number 1- fire-retardtant coating( nothing worse than a ghillie suit on fire,with occupant inside, screaming as he lights the woods on fire) and number 2- insecticide to keep those nasty ticks and other vermin from making a home and number 3- DON’T WEAR IT DURING RIFLE SEASON or when the Sasquach hunters are out!
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Hey Bert; Thanks alot,you just got me in trouble! After reading your reply,you had me laughing so hard I woke my wife up,and she’s mad at me now! Funny but all darn good points.I really never thought of them,but have thought about buying one of those things..Thanks for making my morning,that was really funny…Wade

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in reply to: Quivers #8968

bow hunterkid23 wrote: Im thinking about buying the Thunderhorn Boa quiver…from reading some of the reviews, it sounds like a great quiver and not to mention its in my price range 😀

Hey Bowhunterkid; I was in the same boat you are,not to long ago. I’ve settled for my back quiver,but elected to put a single arrow bow quiver on my long bow,so I could get an arrow quickly if needed. Seems to work well,because I wear a back pack,and hooked my back quiver to it. It just seem to be more comfortable with a naked bow. Like Dave said it has a little more weight to it (ACS) so it steadys pretty good. They all have their pros,and cons so I think you’ll find that at the end its a personal thing…Regards Wade

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in reply to: feather orientation #8698

Hubertus wrote: [quote=BRUC] Wondering with two blade broadheads if there is a rule to follow for orientation:?:
Bruce

I was told that horizontal broadhead alignment is best because it allows the arrow to bend around the riser (1st stage of paradox) without the broadhead steering the arrow or catching crosswind. That’s what I did & my broadheads fly like eagles.
I’m no expert but: I have Dbl. Bevel heads,and I installed mine in a vertical posture. Besides the paradox,I believe the arrow is still turning like a rifled bullet. Unless you shoot with straight feathers. I personally like the head vert. because of the sight picture(if that makes sense). may be a mental thing but never the less thats my perspective….Wade

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in reply to: WHATS THE RUSH? #8247

Tom-Wisconsin wrote: Hello Wade, Hope you find a nice hog. The eclipse bh will not let you down. Good Hunting.

Thanks Tom; yeah it was a broad side shot. Pass though with a good blood trail. Ran about 80yrds. and piled up! Both lungs at about 12yrds away! In the freezer….Thanks again Wade

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in reply to: DO THEY PUNCH HARD ENOUGH!!! #7670

Patrick wrote: [quote=rebstud]Took the advice on waiting for an oppropriate shot. Well this morning it paid off,I took a nice BBQ’er. A pass through lung shot at about 12yrds. Super blood trail for about 80yrds,and he’s already in the freezer!! Thanks again..Wade

Wow, that was a quick return on investment! Congrats!
Thanks Guys; Yeah turned out rreally nice,when you have a good blood trail! One thing though,it was a real pain getting an edge on the Eclipse broad heads. At first thought I wasn’t going to order them any more,but What the heck after you shoot even a presharpened head,you have to put a new edge on it! I guess I’m going to have to get better at putting an edge on what ever I shoot>Thanks again..Regards Wade

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in reply to: DO THEY PUNCH HARD ENOUGH!!! #62844

David Petersen wrote: Good calls, Reb. You’ll love the way those Eclipse fly and cut! dp

Thanks David; Thanks for all your advice, I read Ashbys reports on Machanical Broadheads,and decided on the Eclipse broadheads. Took the advice on waiting for an oppropriate shot. Well this morning it paid off,I took a nice BBQ’er. A pass through lung shot at about 12yrds. Super blood trail for about 80yrds,and he’s already in the freezer!! Thanks again..Wade

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in reply to: WHATS THE RUSH? #62096

dabersold wrote: Rebstud – I’d like to throw in my two cents worth on your original question. First off, you are not alone. Anyone who has hunted much has missed easy shots. (Some of us just don’t admit it outside of family members.):oops:

One thing that I have found helps me is to get in as much small game hunting as possible in the off season. No matter how much bale practice I get, it’s completely different when shooting at live game.(mentally) So, the more live game I shoot, the more relaxed I feel when it comes to deer, bear, elk, or whatever. Now, you can’t compare a screaming bull elk at 15 yds. with a jack rabbit, but it is still different than a bale of hay, or even stump shooting for that matter. In fact, I’m off in about an hour to see if I can’t find me a screaming jack rabbit.:wink:

Thanks Dabersold, I recieved my new Eclipse in the mail today,and put a good edge on them after a few practice shots. Lucky enough they flew perfect. Tomorrow morning I’ll get in the woods and see how it works on hogs. I’m taking all the advice I’ve recieved from all you guys and take my time, get a good broad side shot and see what happens..Thanks everyone…Later Wade

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in reply to: HERE WE GO AGAIN!! #61403

tailfeather wrote: [quote=rebstud][quote=Tom-Wisconsin]There has to be someone who shoots a 55# longbow who has a set up with carbon arrows. This info should put you in the ball park. Someone will speak up.

Hey Tom; Thanks for the reply, I bought a new ACS bow. I settled on a 51#@28,62″ with carbons #3555 with a Eclipse 145gr sng. bevel head. I’ve been shooting the bow for a week and really like it. Shoots a bare arrow super straight,so it tuned up real nice for me.Thanks again…Regards WadeI have the same weight bow in a 66 incher. I shoot the 3555 with 225 grain head/insert. They fly great….

Wow thats a heavy head! Whats your draw length? I’m not sure what my total weight is but I really think this arrow
head combo should do it. I should get my heads in the mail today, hopeful they’ll shoot as well as my field points..Later Alligator(as we say in Florida)..Wade

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