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Archery help - update below
Posted on 4/22/21 at 12:11 pm
Posted on 4/22/21 at 12:11 pm
I'm going to sound really dumb here, but does anyone recommend a place with helpful bow "experts" in the Baton Rouge area? I bought a bow second hand last year. I'm pretty sure its a quality bow (Mathews Z7 Xtreme). Here's my problem. It came with a few arrows and ready to rock and roll, but I know 1. I need more arrows 2. I need to get the strings checked out 3. I probably need to set my draw weight back a bit while I get used to the unusual motion and I can actually get some arrows down range and work my way up 4. I need to adjust my sight based on the new draw.
Here's my problem, I'm a complete beginner. The more I read the more tangled up I get and somewhat lose motivation because I'm crippled by being lost in what to do to get all of this done. I can't walk into a cabelas or academy right now and know what I'm looking for arrow wise. I don't want to feel like a woman at a gun counter where someone just talks down to me and I don't learn anything. I don't want to walk in and just have some sales associate go pick up arrows and ring me up, I'd rather an explanation so I know better. Does anyone have a go to archery guy that is good to work with for someone in my situation. Sorry for the dumb post. Appreciate the help though.
Here's my problem, I'm a complete beginner. The more I read the more tangled up I get and somewhat lose motivation because I'm crippled by being lost in what to do to get all of this done. I can't walk into a cabelas or academy right now and know what I'm looking for arrow wise. I don't want to feel like a woman at a gun counter where someone just talks down to me and I don't learn anything. I don't want to walk in and just have some sales associate go pick up arrows and ring me up, I'd rather an explanation so I know better. Does anyone have a go to archery guy that is good to work with for someone in my situation. Sorry for the dumb post. Appreciate the help though.
This post was edited on 4/24/21 at 4:21 pm
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Posted on 4/22/21 at 12:21 pm to lsugrad35
Gotham archery is what you’re looking for, Ken teaches target archery to kids and will start you off at step one. By far the best place you could go for this in the area.
Posted on 4/22/21 at 2:12 pm to lsugrad35
Never been to Gotham, but Bowie's hasn't steered me wrong so far
Posted on 4/22/21 at 2:15 pm to lsugrad35
Took my wife to Bowies to get her bow set up and they were awesome. She wouldn't listen to me, but their bow tech was great and really helped her get started on the right foot. Not condescending or talking down but just thoroughly explained the fundamentals.
As long as you're open about how new you are, you should be fine. I
As long as you're open about how new you are, you should be fine. I
Posted on 4/22/21 at 2:50 pm to lsugrad35
Check out the Nock On YouTube site. There are a ton of educational videos on there. Not a replacement for a bow shop, but a good addition if you're looking for a basic understanding of archery. Warning - tinkering with your bow and arrow setup can become addictive!
Posted on 4/22/21 at 3:09 pm to AyyyBaw
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Check out the Nock On YouTube site. There are a ton of educational videos on there. Not a replacement for a bow shop, but a good addition if you're looking for a basic understanding of archery. Warning - tinkering with your bow and arrow setup can become addictive!
Oh I definitely have checked this out. Dudley is awesome. I get more of how to actually shoot out of those. The matching of arrows and things is still over my head. I even follow a lot of companies like Easton on social media, but of course everyone has their opinion on each brand and for a beginner its overwhelming.
Posted on 4/22/21 at 5:30 pm to lsugrad35
You need to know your draw length.
Posted on 4/22/21 at 7:02 pm to Grifola
quote:where is this located?
Gotham Archery
NM: found it
This post was edited on 4/22/21 at 8:26 pm
Posted on 4/22/21 at 7:12 pm to lsugrad35
Spillway Sportsman
Posted on 4/23/21 at 7:35 am to lsugrad35
I have given this advice to others, a bow is a little different than other things in that you always need a bow shop even with an internet full of experts and DIY advice. A bow needs regular adjustment (weight, peep, arrow rest, etc.) or equipment (arrows). Go see Ken at Gotham, he is very good and a great advocate for archery especially with our youth.
There is also a lot of value in lane rental and having others (that know what they are doing) watch you shoot. Dollar for dollar, it is a great investment.
There is also a lot of value in lane rental and having others (that know what they are doing) watch you shoot. Dollar for dollar, it is a great investment.
Posted on 4/23/21 at 8:19 am to laduckkiller
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I have given this advice to others, a bow is a little different than other things in that you always need a bow shop even with an internet full of experts and DIY advice. A bow needs regular adjustment (weight, peep, arrow rest, etc.) or equipment (arrows). Go see Ken at Gotham, he is very good and a great advocate for archery especially with our youth.
There is also a lot of value in lane rental and having others (that know what they are doing) watch you shoot. Dollar for dollar, it is a great investment.
Exactly what I was thinking. I was just looking for that recommendation to make my go to. Sounds like Ken is the man I'm looking for. Also would like to take my niece who is 10 to do an introductory class. She's shown some interest. Gotham looks like a good place to go. I appreciate the advice OB
Posted on 4/24/21 at 3:53 pm to lsugrad35
I’ve got to post this here because I feel so strongly about this. Based on the suggestion from this board I went to Gotham archery today. It was the best customer service experience of my life. I told him how new I am and that I just want to have my bow checked out. He adjusted everything that needed to be adjusted. He talked to me about the bow. He gave me hands on instruction for over an hour. I told him how uncomfortable I was previously and how I wasn’t sure id ever be able to actually shoot. By the time I left a little over an hour later he had me shooting 3 arrows from 10 yards and 3 arrows from 20 yards in a pattern so tight he could pull them out of the target with 1 hand. At the end of it I asked him how much I owed and he just patted me on the back and said nothing. What an awesome place and an awesome guy. There were a group of kids coming in for a tournament when I left and he was great with them. It’s clear how much he loves the sport and the people. He’s got a customer for life. I’ll be back there to buy anything I need and I cannot recommend them enough. I wish there was more I could do to spread the word.
Posted on 4/24/21 at 4:00 pm to lsugrad35
Same experience I had couple years back. Went in for a simple tune and ended up having to beg him to let me pay him for the two hours of fixing bad habits.
Posted on 4/24/21 at 5:12 pm to lsugrad35
I'm glad you had a good experience, Ken is the man.
A few years back I was in a panic needing an emergency re-string two days before season opened. He pulled a string off of a brand new Triax that he had in stock to avoid me having to wait for him to order a string. I've been a loyal customer ever since, and give him referrals every chance I get.
A few years back I was in a panic needing an emergency re-string two days before season opened. He pulled a string off of a brand new Triax that he had in stock to avoid me having to wait for him to order a string. I've been a loyal customer ever since, and give him referrals every chance I get.
Posted on 4/25/21 at 12:57 pm to lsugrad35
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Sorry for the dumb post
Not a dumb post, no need to apologize. Everybody’s got to learn from someone.
I was much in the same boat as you. I decided one day I was going to take up archery and went to cabelas and bought a bow. The kid that sold it to me probably knew less about archery than I did. I read stuff online, tried to find info, and had a damn hard time getting anything on target. I finally went to Archery and Fishing unlimited here in Hammond and had the guy change out and tune my bow. He tinkered and I watched and paid attention.
Wherever you are, find a shop and pay the folks to help set up your bow. Talk and ask questions and tell them you’re new and want to learn. I’ve yet to come across a bow shop that doesn’t want to help grow the sport. Not expecting you to come away as a master bowsmith, but learn the basics about marksmanship, release points, and tuning your sight. I’ve always had good experiences at Bowie anytime I’ve purchased anything in there. Guys are knowledgeable and engaging. The old guy that works the fishing counter a lot is a trip.
If you want to upgrade something, I recommend your sight. I had the stock sight with pins and a level crammed into it for years before upgrading to a larger sight and wow did it make a difference, especially at 40+ yards.
Good luck to you.
Posted on 4/25/21 at 2:23 pm to elprez00
For those of y'all that have a good local shop, don't take it for granted. They're few and far between.
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