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Bow range in the backyard. I want one that's functional but on the cheap
Posted on 9/21/14 at 7:58 pm
Posted on 9/21/14 at 7:58 pm
I'm looking for the cheapest, least labor intensive range set up possible. About to dump a small fortune, for me, on a bow and i want to get a functional practice area set up quick and cheap in the back yard. Going on my fist bow hunt in November and want to get deadly. What says the OB ?
I'm exited about the new challange and sportsmanship of a bow but all this seems like it can become a ridiculous money pit.
I'm exited about the new challange and sportsmanship of a bow but all this seems like it can become a ridiculous money pit.
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Posted on 9/21/14 at 8:00 pm to knuckleballer
Just get a couple 3d targets set at different distances.
If you can't afford that get a couple block targets
If you can't afford that get a couple block targets
Posted on 9/21/14 at 8:01 pm to knuckleballer
It's gonna be tough to get good by November if you're new to it.
Find a buddy to shoot with.
Get a bag target for field points and shoot 15-20 times an evening. Once you get good at that, get a friend to put the target at random distances and shoot off the roof of your shed or something to get used to shooting out of a stand. Get creative. You don't have to spend much at all to make a challenging archery course.
Find a buddy to shoot with.
Get a bag target for field points and shoot 15-20 times an evening. Once you get good at that, get a friend to put the target at random distances and shoot off the roof of your shed or something to get used to shooting out of a stand. Get creative. You don't have to spend much at all to make a challenging archery course.
Posted on 9/21/14 at 8:01 pm to knuckleballer
Scrap carpet, scrap wood, all-thread, washers, nuts.
Posted on 9/21/14 at 8:13 pm to Clames
Not completely new, just haven't touched one since high school. I think I can get where I want to be in time. I had about an 8 inch grouping just jacking around with a demo bow yesterday at about 20 yards. I'm a decent marksman and it translates.
Posted on 9/21/14 at 8:16 pm to knuckleballer
If you shot before you should get it back quickly.
The key ingredient is a buddy. You can put targets at random distances and make it more like hunting.
When I had plenty friends to shoot with, I had a ladder stand in the yard and about 3 targets we would move all over and practice with. It helps a lot to be elevated and not know exactly how far the target is. Make a competition out of it.
The key ingredient is a buddy. You can put targets at random distances and make it more like hunting.
When I had plenty friends to shoot with, I had a ladder stand in the yard and about 3 targets we would move all over and practice with. It helps a lot to be elevated and not know exactly how far the target is. Make a competition out of it.
Posted on 9/21/14 at 10:45 pm to knuckleballer
Posted on 9/21/14 at 10:50 pm to knuckleballer
I got two heavy duty large rubber mats from Home Depot and hung them up in a home made wooden frame. This is my backstop for my targets.....otherwise a loose arrow can go a long way
Posted on 9/22/14 at 6:47 am to Manatee
If you only have one target like I do, you can just move around your yard to different distances. Having a shooting buddy always makes me a better shot because I'm competitive that way.
Posted on 9/22/14 at 9:41 am to Clames
How well does this hold up to field points and broadheads?
How hard is it to get arrows out once fired?
Ever try it with outdoor carpet?
Posted on 9/22/14 at 9:47 am to knuckleballer
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Posted on 9/22/14 at 11:16 am to Clames
I installed stepping stones in my yard at my target location and at 20,30,40,50 yards away for known distance shooting. I have tried most backstops and prefer the block. Broadheads and sunlight will destroy it I shoot field tips only and keep it in the shed when not shooting. For broadheads and unknown ranges I shoot a deer target from Bass Pro, jury still out on this one although it appears to be a Rhinehart target relabeled.
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