New guy from Newburgh, NY

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  1. munchman

    munchman Newb

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    Hi Guys,
    My name is Carmen And I'm new to bowhunting & Bowhunting.com
    I have a few questions maybe someone can answer for me.
    I recently picked up a Bear WhiteTail 2 bow from a yard sale and I'm wondering if it's ok to learn on?
    I had it set up at a sporting goods store and they told me the bow is in great shape for the age,
    how old is it? I'm guessing 20-25yrs?
    It has a four pin sight and a drop away release to mention, I added a peep sight and an arrow quiver to it, but I'm wondering if I'm wasting my time?
    Does anyone have a copy of the manual?
    Please advise
    Carmen
     
  2. ATbuckhunter

    ATbuckhunter Die Hard Bowhunter

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    Welcome! I currently hunt a little west of newburgh but my family has property in Marlboro which has some pretty big deer. I would address these questions on the bowhunting sub forum.
     
  3. Bountyhunter

    Bountyhunter Weekend Warrior

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    Welcome to the site! I too would suggest you post the questions in the proper forums. You'll get more help that way.
     
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    xtreme16 Die Hard Bowhunter

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  6. Born2Hunt

    Born2Hunt Die Hard Bowhunter

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    Welcome aboard...to answer your question...me personally I would upgrade to a newer bow thats just me with technolodgy being better..but you will get diferent answers

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    Kristine Weekend Warrior

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    AntlerAddict BHOD Crew

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  9. Fitz

    Fitz Legendary Woodsman

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    Welcome to the site Carmen!

    Yes, you can effectively shoot and kill with an older bow. Never hurts to start saving up for a newer one though :tu:
     
  10. munchman

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    Thanks for the input, I have my homework to do now, can't wait to get started
     
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    Welcome to the addiction! I agree with the guys above, you can easily shoot well and hunt with an older bow, but I would keep inching towards upgrading. There is no rush for a brand new top-of-the-line bow when you are just starting. Good luck and shoot straight!
     
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    Welcome to the site Carmen
     
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    Fuzz_27 Die Hard Bowhunter

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    welcome, my sister goes to school at mount saint mary college which must be close to you!
     
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