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Beginner Archery equipment help
Posted on 4/28/16 at 8:52 am
Posted on 4/28/16 at 8:52 am
My kid (now 18) took an archery lesson as part of outdoor Ed in High school. Really liked it and wants to shoot more. I have never shot a bow in my life so I don't know anything about buying a bow. Would like something used possibly. Certainly inexpensive in case it is a passing fancy. Does it have to be "fitted"? Can I just go buy any size? This will be for target only no hunting. Oh and also left handed. Thanks in advance for the recommendations.
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Posted on 4/28/16 at 8:55 am to metryboy
Just go to a bow shop and pick out a cheap one
Posted on 4/28/16 at 9:06 am to metryboy
What bows were they using for the class?
If he's just doing it for for fun, I wouldn't drop much money into it.
If he's just doing it for for fun, I wouldn't drop much money into it.
Posted on 4/28/16 at 9:22 am to metryboy
If we're talking about compound bows, as I assume we are, it has to be "fitted" in that it needs to be the correct draw length. Most bows will adjust a couple of inches or so. So, get his draw length checked, and make sure the bow is set to fit him.
Posted on 4/28/16 at 9:24 am to Teague
Thanks Teague, that helps a lot. I had heard they needed to be fitted but did not understand if it was the size of the bow or what. So that likely means I can buy a used one off of say ebay (there are several listed under $100) and pay a bow shop to fit it?
Posted on 4/28/16 at 9:35 am to metryboy
Your best bet is to find his draw length BEFORE you buy anything. Some bows (Mathews solo can models for one) have draw length specific cams. You'll have to spend $80+ for a new cam to change the draw length.
Have him stand with his back to you and arms extended parallel to the ground. Measure finger tip to finger tip and divide by 2.5.
Have him stand with his back to you and arms extended parallel to the ground. Measure finger tip to finger tip and divide by 2.5.
This post was edited on 4/28/16 at 9:41 am
Posted on 4/28/16 at 9:45 am to Raz4back
Yeah, definitely check his draw length BEFORE you buy anything.
Posted on 4/28/16 at 9:49 am to metryboy
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So that likely means I can buy a used one off of say ebay (there are several listed under $100) and pay a bow shop to fit it?
The 2 things you look at on a compound bow are draw length (mentioned above) and draw weight which is how difficult it will be to pull back.
If you buy one off of Ebay make sure it has an adjustable draw length for sure... it will usually be something like 25"-30" or if you purchase a newer youth bow that is adjustable it will be approximately 17"-30"
There aren't as many out there with adjustable weights... but for an 18 year old just starting I think this is an important aspect. He will likely get stronger as he starts shooting and will want to increase the speed of his arrow at some point.
Look for a used Mission Menace, Mission Craze, or Diamond Infinite Edge... all are excellent adjustable draw length and draw weight.
Remember if you purchase a "bare bow" that you will need accessories like a rest and sight. Stabilizer and quiver would be optional.
Let me know if you have any more questions.
Posted on 4/28/16 at 11:07 am to metryboy
Archerytalk.com is also a good place to buy used bows. Click on classifieds and look for the everything left handed section.
I've bought and sold left handed bows on the site before. Also is a great place to learn about general archery information.
I've bought and sold left handed bows on the site before. Also is a great place to learn about general archery information.
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