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Shooting form technique in treestand

Discussion in 'Tech Talk' started by Francis_Qc, Aug 13, 2013.

  1. Francis_Qc

    Francis_Qc Newb

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    Hi guys,
    I bought my second bow last month, a Mathews Creed! What an amazing bow!

    I realized in June that my shooting form was not consistent. When I bought my Creed, I bought the Core Archery book (Larry Wise) too. This book is a real bible. During the last 3 weeks, I'm working really hard to change my shooting form. My form is now a lot more consistent (!).

    When I'm shooting in a level condition (in front of me), it's quite easy to have my "T" form perfect, but how do you deal with your form when you are shooting from 20 feet height?
    Are you pointing and drawing or are you doing your "T" position and then move your hip to shoot down to the target?


    My english is not at his best, if you have any question, I accept that you don't completely understand!

    Francis
     
  2. DCthebowhunter

    DCthebowhunter Die Hard Bowhunter

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    Francis: From a stand you need to bend at the waist. Make sure your nose keeps touching the string.
     
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    Francis_Qc Newb

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    Hi DCthebowhunter,
    thanks for the answer, but when you draw, do you point the target ( which is 20 feet down on the ground) and draw your bow or you draw your bow at level position and bend at the waist to point the target?

    Francis
     
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    Drop_Tine5214 Weekend Warrior

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    I draw my bow as if I were going to shoot straight forward, and then bend at the waist the bring it down to the animal.
     
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    redz Weekend Warrior

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    Good point. I had a problem adjusting to that in the beginning. Proper adjustment and placement of the safety tether also helps.
     

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