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Discussion in 'Bowhunting Talk' started by excitednewhunter, Feb 11, 2014.

  1. excitednewhunter

    excitednewhunter Newb

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    I am new to bow hunting. I am very excited to start. Just need to know what kind of bow is good for new adult, what kind of arrows, and any advice on anything bow related would be very welcome.
    Thank you.

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    grommel Die Hard Bowhunter

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    Welcome to the site. Go to your local archery shop and test as many bows as you can. What feels right to me might not be good to you!. Ask as many questions as you can. These guys on this site are the best. Good Luck.
     
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    Lung Buster Die Hard Bowhunter

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    Shoot as many different bows as you can! There are so many different options out there to choose from so take your time and really feel them out! Look for noise, vibration, smoothness, make sure you are comfortable with it!! Any questions along the way feel free to ask!! Good luck!
     
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    excitednewhunter Newb

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    Thanks guys.. What is a good price to pay for a bow combo. Also are arrows speacially made to the bow??

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    tfarah22 Weekend Warrior

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    This is hard to answer, it really comes down to which bow you are asking about. I would go to the archery store with a budget in mind. Unless you have a large chunk of disposable income and want the best. If you have a price range they should be able to set you up with a few good options at your local shop. If you don't give them a price they might hand you a $1000 flagship bow, and tell you there is nothing better out there. Just remember buy something that you feel comfortable with and you enjoy, because everything on the market these days will kill. Also just remember to have fun with it.
     
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    brazel_dazel Weekend Warrior

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    Carbon Arrow University - Basics & Measurement Standards

    This is the best resource I have found for educating myself on arrows and arrow selection. Covers everything from selecting length, spine size, weight, and fletching. Check it out, read it thouroughly and be sure to ask back with more specific questions as you develop as an archer! Be warned that this is an extremely addictive sport! :bow:
     
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    I thought I was being a huge pain in the rear when I bought my first bow because I was asking soooo many questions and trying out soooo many bows. I even had the guy at the archery store wear a blind fold while I shot 3 different bows and he ranked how quiet they were. He said I wasn't being a pain at all and wished every customer would do as much research as possible in buying a new bow. Also, most places will give you a discount on the accesories (sight, release, quiver, arrows, case) when buying a new bow. Best of luck! There's nothing like bowhunting!
     
  8. excitednewhunter

    excitednewhunter Newb

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    I know I am so ready I have been wanting to get into bowhunting for awhile now. I just finnaly am ready to.jump into it. I have shot a bow before but it was not measured to my draw length or draw weight. I know its going to take time and work to get a bow set and ready for me but I'm ready NOW. But thanks everyone for the advise.... GOOD SHOOTING.

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