New to Bows

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  1. DeltaWolf

    DeltaWolf Newb

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    Hello all,

    So I am a firearm guy by nature, with the ammo the way it is, I figured I would pick up a bow and learn a new skill. of course went to ebay found a bowtech tomkat for $150. Just need to get lessons once I get it all set up. it came with a wisker bisket (plan on changing soon), still need the sight, peep site and stabilizer. then pick up some practice arrow to start with and look into making/tuning arrow. I may not make hunting season this year but I will try my hardest. Anyway, I am in KCMO, if anyone knows of a great place in the northland to get a bow serviced let me know. I know Roger's sporting is near me, they do have bows and what not, just not sure on how good they are. I may not say much but I will be digging into information. if you know of any good threads to look through let me know.
     
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    Sota Legendary Woodsman

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    A local non big box bow shop is your best bet, sure you can get components cheaper at a big box store but you get better service and advice from most "mom and pop" shops.
     
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    Most definitely, local small first. I have plans on doing a small business myself and I always try to buy form the mom and pop stores.

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    oldnotdead Legendary Woodsman

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    Welcome your starting a fun journey....if not an obsession.
     
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    Welcome to the forum and the passion. Any questions just ask
    And don't be too hasty to ditch your WB, lots of guys on here swear by them.
     
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    John T. Die Hard Bowhunter

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    DeltaWolf, welcome to the forum. The time between this spring and coming fall hunting, you should have plenty of time to prepare. If you can find a local shop, see if they offer lessons. Many shops will have a range to use. I would start out working of form and then going from there. Read where the Korean archers spend 6 months on just .learning proper form. They are some of the tops in the world.
     
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