I am in the market for my first traditional bow. I have been reading through some posts around TBH, and through some other internet sites, and I think I have a good idea of what I need. I know some of you will suggest that I go visit a shop and talk to someone, which I plan to do, but I like to plan too much for my own good sometimes.
I am a bigger dude, about 6'3" tall with a wingspan of 80.25". Calculations I have found say my draw length is about 32".
Based on this, it looks like I should get a larger bow, probably with a height of at least 66". Draw weight I was thinking about 40# due to most of the weight systems being around 28-29", and that putting the weight of the bow closer to 46-48# at my draw length.
My initial thought is a take down recurve for the simple purpose that when I feel I am ready to increase the draw weight of my bow, I will have the option of getting new limbs for my riser instead of buying a new bow (money will dictate this decision most likely). If it does not work this way, please let me know.
Now I would like to ask the green screen for any input on what I have said and suggestions for a bow. Ideally, I would like to get a bow and everything I need to go shoot for under $200 (probably asking a lot) but might be able to go up to $300. I am not opposed to buying used, but most bows I have seen used are around the 60" length.
Thanks in advance for any help. I will appreciate it.
I am a bigger dude, about 6'3" tall with a wingspan of 80.25". Calculations I have found say my draw length is about 32".
Based on this, it looks like I should get a larger bow, probably with a height of at least 66". Draw weight I was thinking about 40# due to most of the weight systems being around 28-29", and that putting the weight of the bow closer to 46-48# at my draw length.
My initial thought is a take down recurve for the simple purpose that when I feel I am ready to increase the draw weight of my bow, I will have the option of getting new limbs for my riser instead of buying a new bow (money will dictate this decision most likely). If it does not work this way, please let me know.
Now I would like to ask the green screen for any input on what I have said and suggestions for a bow. Ideally, I would like to get a bow and everything I need to go shoot for under $200 (probably asking a lot) but might be able to go up to $300. I am not opposed to buying used, but most bows I have seen used are around the 60" length.
Thanks in advance for any help. I will appreciate it.
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