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<blockquote data-quote="RedTape" data-source="post: 1159998" data-attributes="member: 66"><p>The first thing to decide is if you want to shoot traditional bows or a compound. Recurves and longbows are typically quieter than compounds and can be shot very quickly (one reason they are popular for bowfishing), however they aren't as fast. They also have no let-off, making them more difficult to shoot for long periods of time. </p><p></p><p>Don't go overboard with your first bow. You should be able to get set up for around $400 give or take. As you learn, you figure out what you like and then you can buy the exact set-up you want. I've had good luck with PSE and Hoyt compounds, but there are a lot of good brands out there. For entry level traditional bows Martin and Bear are good choices. </p><p></p><p>The two main pieces of advice I would give are:</p><p></p><p>1) Get to a good archery shop, they will spend the time to help you get started and get equipment that will fit you. They will also be there to help you after the sale. I've dealt with Pat's Archery in Okmulgee since I was 11 and have never had a bad experience with them. Dean is a great guy.</p><p></p><p>2)Don't over-bow yourself! I run into a lot of people shooting 70lbs + bows and it's just not needed. I shot my first deer when I was 13 with a 40 lbs. PSE. Complete pass through. I shot a 400lbs P&Y black bear with a 50 lbs PSE...complete pass through. Form is important in archery, and if you over-bow yourself you might pick up some bad habits. Start with something around 50 lbs...you can move up from there if you want more speed.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="RedTape, post: 1159998, member: 66"] The first thing to decide is if you want to shoot traditional bows or a compound. Recurves and longbows are typically quieter than compounds and can be shot very quickly (one reason they are popular for bowfishing), however they aren't as fast. They also have no let-off, making them more difficult to shoot for long periods of time. Don't go overboard with your first bow. You should be able to get set up for around $400 give or take. As you learn, you figure out what you like and then you can buy the exact set-up you want. I've had good luck with PSE and Hoyt compounds, but there are a lot of good brands out there. For entry level traditional bows Martin and Bear are good choices. The two main pieces of advice I would give are: 1) Get to a good archery shop, they will spend the time to help you get started and get equipment that will fit you. They will also be there to help you after the sale. I've dealt with Pat's Archery in Okmulgee since I was 11 and have never had a bad experience with them. Dean is a great guy. 2)Don't over-bow yourself! I run into a lot of people shooting 70lbs + bows and it's just not needed. I shot my first deer when I was 13 with a 40 lbs. PSE. Complete pass through. I shot a 400lbs P&Y black bear with a 50 lbs PSE...complete pass through. Form is important in archery, and if you over-bow yourself you might pick up some bad habits. Start with something around 50 lbs...you can move up from there if you want more speed. [/QUOTE]
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