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in reply to: Arrow Flight #28325

Thanks for all of the advice and sorry, but I have not been able to log on here and check out what you guys have said. I went to the local training wheel bow store, and was able to shoot in there indoor range. I found that my nock point was off and I fixed it. I also found that when I shot through paper the arrows were shooting nock left and the tear was about 6” in length. I have yet to resolve the issue. I will now check into what you guys have referenced and see what I can learn. Thanks guys.

-Andrew

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in reply to: tournament question #10595

I plan to make me some wood arrows soon, but I currently use carbons. I also have a bow I purchased for quite cheap that is similar to a deflex hill-style with minimal shelf. I was worried that if I purchased a bow with more shelf for the arrow, or cut this one in a little bit, if I would be able to compete in anything. I read in Byron’s book that he kept his bows within a certain width in order to be allowed in competitions or something.

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in reply to: Howard Hill Southeastern Classic and my bow #50061

Also, I have never felt pain in my bow holding arm, but since I have been shooting this bow, I have been feeling some tension where my shoulder meets the armpit. Is this from the hand shock you guys mentioned about straight-end bows?

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in reply to: Howard Hill Southeastern Classic and my bow #50058

I have a picture of the damage and it may have been inflicted by me. The separation is where the limbs meet the grip. I am not sure if I used the proper words to describe it. I just drew a picture in paint to try and visualize the issue.

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in reply to: Howard Hill Southeastern Classic and my bow #49133

Another Picture that I was able to procure.

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in reply to: broadheads #29114

I have come to love statistics despite what Twain has suggested about it, but I really do enjoy math and I believe physics is some of the more enjoyable aspects of it. I have nearly attempted to determine the differences of both styles along with shaft sizes to decide which is better on paper. This would be something that I would really have to play with, and most likely wouldn’t be worth the effort. In all honesty, I like the idea of the single bevel. That is why I have decided to try it.

As a side note, I really do enjoy reading what you guys have to say about the two types. It provides insightful and if I may say so, comedic results at times.:D

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in reply to: broadheads #24625

Thanks guys for all the help, and although it may have gone a little farther than anyone ever intended, I appreciate debates when evidence is given, and for the most part that was what occurred in this thread. Again, thank you for the insightful information, and Thanks SteveMcD for your generosity.

-Andrew

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in reply to: broadheads #15813

Thanks guys. I will check into all the options provided and see where I can go from there.

-Andrew

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in reply to: Building Selfmade Bow #11534

Not to steal this forum by any means, but I also have a question on self bows. I have a hickory self bow I have been tinkering with, but I have no understanding on why kind of string it should take. I do not want to make the mistake I made last time where the string came apart after stringing the bow. Any guidance would be nice. I would really like trying to shoot this bad bow. 😀

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in reply to: bow materials #11481

Lee, that is what I am trying to find out. Does anyone know if there are any traditional bow roundups are down south similar to the ones up north where I could meet others like us, as well as see and field test traditional bows to test my preferences?

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in reply to: bow materials #63054

Yes, I was talking about the laminated bows. My brother just purchased a Tomahawk SS from 3 Rivers. It is bamboo/yew. It is quite good to look at, and I was thinking of purchasing a bow as well. I again have been looking at the Howard Hill style bows. This is why I am asking about the woods, because I would like a longbow that gives me the ability to cast a fast arrow that has a good FOC. I do like the r/d longbows which is what my brother just purchased, but I really have been looking at going a different route primarily for the fact of trying a non r/d bow. I have a recurve currently, he has the tomahawk, so I want something different. I think I will definitely use bamboo for the core, but I cannot decide if I want it all bamboo, or can I get great performance from a wood that also gives a wonderful look. AS for going to Michigan. I wish I could, but I live in Georgia. The likeliness for me to be able to get all the way up there with my current funding would be slim to none, but would be wonderful if I could pull it off.

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in reply to: Good arrows that won't break the bank? #59888

Easton Axis are most definitely a different ID and OD than any other competitor arrow currently. I haven’t really tested any other arrows yet. I am actually thinking of going back to wood. I can’t quite make the decision yet.

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in reply to: howard hill archery #57828

I honestly am worried about the hunting aspect with this bow Dan, but I truly think I will purchase one in the near future. I currently am having an issue with deciding on which model I would very much like to have. I like the Wesley Special with its 5 Boo lams, but I really love the look of the juniper lamination on the Cheetah bow. The yew bows also look wonderful, but I want performance. It is the most important factor for me. What do you guys think?

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in reply to: howard hill archery #53305

My brother is purchasing a r/d take-down. I will try it out most definitely. I love a challenge and I also love the way the Hill style looks. My biggest fear is being able to move around with a Hill during hunting. I think that any small game hunting would be easy to do when considering moving around, but when I am in a stand or on the ground and find my self in a tight spot, a Hill seems like it will be difficult to get into position quickly and especially quietly.

Thanks guys for all the comments and sorry for the delayed responses to all the great feedback.8)

Edit* I do not know anyone personally that hunts with traditional gear besides myself. My brother has started wanting to get into it, but like I said he is purchasing the r/d longbow soon. I have not been able to try any type of longbow before.

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in reply to: howard hill archery #48961

I actually have never owned a longbow. I only have one bow and it is a Fred Bear Grizzly. I love the bow, but I would really like to try out a long bow. It currently has been between either the Howard Hill, or the Shrew bows.

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