Sage Takedown Package

[marshrat]

Was going to get this setup if it is a good starter set. Includes string stretcher, case, etc. Is this a good deal?

http://www.3riversarchery.com/Variab...2495&show=info

Also, I know I need something to put on the shelf for my rest, but do I need any kind of sight or how does this work?

[Deb]

That package has everything. Stringer, glove and tab, case, quiver everything. I can't tell if the bow has a rug and strike plate on it. NO SIGHTS. If you add an arrow rest instead of shooting off the shelf you will not be able to compete at TBoT shoots.

[marshrat]

Stupid question, but I'm guessing you just practice from different distances and know where to hold your arrow for those distances? This is different.

[jmark100]

Good bow

[Deb]

Stupid question, but I'm guessing you just practice from different distances and know where to hold your arrow for those distances? This is different.

Practice from different distances. Practice uphill and downhill. Through trees and brush.

[fletcherfor2]

You need a shelf and strike plate pad.

Add this:


That's a pretty decent starter kit. They give you a decent glove with it anyway.

Sorry about that. My copier pasted the wrong copy. Hopefully this link will make a little more sense.

http://www.3riversarchery.com/product.asp?i=3572

[marshrat]

Practice from different distances. Practice uphill and downhill. Through trees and brush.

Sorry if that was a dumb question. I need to find a good place to see and try different models. I live in the middle of OK, so I'm assuming I can find someone to try out some bows.

[Ron]

Stupid question, but I'm guessing you just practice from different distances and know where to hold your arrow for those distances? This is different.

Not a stupid question at all. Yes, it is called instinctive shooting and after you have done it a while, you don't worry too much about the distance, you just shoot. Your mind will elevate the bow to the proper height for what ever distance the target is. You just focus on where you want to hit.

[marshrat]

Not a stupid question at all. Yes, it is called instinctive shooting and after you have done it a while, you don't worry too much about the distance, you just shoot. Your mind will elevate the bow to the proper height for what ever distance the target is. You just focus on where you want to hit.

I can't imagine a world without pins and my eyes having to adjust after shooting dozens of rounds.

[fletcherfor2]

Practice from different distances. Practice uphill and downhill. Through trees and brush.

This will help you for when you have to shoot through steel pig and armadillo cut outs.

[Deb]

Sorry if that was a dumb question. I need to find a good place to see and try different models. I live in the middle of OK, so I'm assuming I can find someone to try out some bows.

I don't think there is such a thing as a dumb question in this game. Try to find some trad 3d shoots in your area. Then just go hang out. Trad guys are always willing to let new people shoot their bows and answer questions. Learn all you can about tuning your bow and your arrows. Getting everything matched and tuned up is the hardest part You said you can't imagine a world without pins and sights, so I'm thinking you may want to start out with the gap method of "aiming". Draco posted some very excellent instructions on this subject awhile back. Maybe Fletcherfor2 or his charming wife M-2 will post a link for you.

[marshrat]

So I don't worry about a finding a bow with a particular draw length, I'm guessing.

[Deb]

So I don't worry about a finding a bow with a particular draw length, I'm guessing.

No. Draw length is how far you pull the bow back. You draw length may be a little shorter on a trad bow than it is on a compound.

[M-2]

Well, since Deb so charmingly asked...
Draco's tutorial on gap aiming/shooting

And marshrat - most stock trad bows are built with x draw weight at 28 inches draw length.
So, if you bought a 50 lb draw weight bow and you draw, say, 29 inches, you'd be shooting at about 52-53 lbs. The reverse is true as well: if your draw is 27 inches, your weight drops to approx. 47-48 lbs. You can count on 2-3 lbs plus or minus from 28 "stock" inches.

Later you might want to purchase a custom bow that exactly matches your draw length.

[marshrat]

Well, since Deb so charmingly asked...
Draco's tutorial on gap aiming/shooting

And marshrat - most stock trad bows are built with x draw weight at 28 inches draw length.
So, if you bought a 50 lb draw weight bow and you draw, say, 29 inches, you'd be shooting at about 52-53 lbs. The reverse is true as well: if your draw is 27 inches, your weight drops to approx. 47-48 lbs. You can count on 2-3 lbs plus or minus from 28 "stock" inches.

Later you might want to purchase a custom bow that exactly matches your draw length.

Most people have been telling me to start at 40-45 lbs. My draw length is 27" roughly, so do I get a 50 and draw 47-48, or do I get a 45 and draw 42-43? I want to make sure that I have the minimum draw weight to kill something up here.