I am originally from WY, a "naturalized" Tennesseean, and am currently in Camp Pendleton, CA. I have always been a hunter but am new to archery. Hubby and I got our first bows last week, actually. Two things are apparent at this point: 1) I need a lot of practice in form and accuracy and 2) I really need an armguard! I am hoping to learn a lot here. I am glad I found y'all!
Glad to have you on. I personally don't use an armguard. Whenever I get bit, it help me to straighten up and improve my form. Also, are you sure that your draw-length is correct?
What kind of bows did y'all get? Oh, and welcome to the forum, thank you for your service. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
Ferahgo, my draw length is a bit too long. The shop that I bought the bow from didn't have the correct module in stock at the time. They are ordering it and it should be here within the next few days so I can take the bow back to him and get it changed. I am told that that will help out a bit, is that correct?
Welcome to the site! They are most likely correct that shorting your draw length will help with your string slap. A shorter string will cause you to put a slight bend in your arm moving it away from the string.
We both got Mission Ballistic's. I completely love it!!! I haven't really shot (is that even the correct term?) too many other bows, just the ones in the shop I went to. I got out of the Marine Corps a few years ago, but my hubby is still active duty. I will pass your message along!
I spent some time at Camp Pendleton back in 1993 and really enjoyed it. Haven't been back since though. Was actually thinking a trip out West would be cool and I have never seen a graduation except from the parade deck. Would be neat to go watch one! Semper Fi
I think once my form gets straightened out and the draw length is shorter I should be ok. I am a gun person, so the bow world is confusing me quite a bit at this point. Just have to keep practicing!
Semper Fi! It's a blast visiting the MCRD. I like seeing them practice drill. DI's attacking recruits is hilarious when you're not the aforementioned recruit lol
