What is a good bow in the $300 range?

[txpitdog]

Much appreciated Bisch. I measured my draw this evening, and I am at 27". I am curious if 50 is noticeably heavier than 45.

Also, is 45 kind of like a basic minimum with heavier draw weights just offering less drop at longer range, or do you need a little more power to get sufficient penetration?

[Bisch]

Much appreciated Bisch. I measured my draw this evening, and I am at 27". I am curious if 50 is noticeably heavier than 45.

Also, is 45 kind of like a basic minimum with heavier draw weights just offering less drop at longer range, or do you need a little more power to get sufficient penetration?

If you are just starting to shoot trad, you should start with a lower draw weight that you can learn to execute good form with. For some this could be 35#, for others it could be 45#. The key is to learn good form right from the start. if you learn bad habits early, it is a nightmare to "un"learn them later and replace them with good form.

Here is my take on draw weight (if you are planning on hunting with a trad bow). Anyone should shoot as much draw weight as they can shoot accurately. You should increase draw weight till you get to the point where you cannot keep good form and consistency. Again, for some that will be 45#, and for others it may be 70#. You are better off shooting a little bit lighter draw weight accurately, then you would be if you were shooting a heavier draw weight not so accurately.

One of the keys to successful hunting with a trad bow (or any bow for that matter) to have a well tuned setup and to put the arrow in the right place.

Bisch

[huntinpool]

there is a #40 sage on tradtalk classifieds with some stuff for $120