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Title: Just joined, stop to say hi
Post by: sticknstring_AK on July 06, 2008, 01:42:00 PM
Just thought I would stop and say hi.  Just got into trad archery a couple years ago.  I shoot a Bear Super Kodiak, kinda wished I got a Martin Hunter but what can you do.  Anyway, I'll be browsing around here hoping to further my knowledge and experience with you guys   :campfire:  .  

Steve
Title: Re: Just joined, stop to say hi
Post by: Larry247 on July 06, 2008, 01:43:00 PM
Welcome!
Title: Re: Just joined, stop to say hi
Post by: nonose on July 06, 2008, 01:44:00 PM
Welcome pull up a stump and jump right in.
Title: Re: Just joined, stop to say hi
Post by: sticknstring_AK on July 06, 2008, 01:50:00 PM
Im looking into getting a longbow, thoughts on either the Martin Savannah or Bamboo Viper?  Any feedback would be appreciated.

Steve
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Post by: Kevin L. on July 06, 2008, 01:55:00 PM
Welcome!! I'm jealous of you, living in Alaska, just can't get the wife to even give it a good thought, lol.
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Post by: SlowBowinMO on July 06, 2008, 01:57:00 PM
Welcome!  The Super Kodiak is a great bow with a tremendous history, enjoy.   :D
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Post by: KY..Rob on July 06, 2008, 01:59:00 PM
Welcome Steve, you have found a wealth of knowledge!

Some of the best Bowyers, Archers and Hunters in the world hang around this camp fire.

If you can't find it here it's not out there.

Enjoy!
Title: Re: Just joined, stop to say hi
Post by: sticknstring_AK on July 06, 2008, 02:04:00 PM
Wow thanks for the welcome, you guys rock.

Yeah I like my Super K, had the Kodiak Mag before it.  Like them both equally well, but I want a Martin.  I shot the Hunter at Sportsmans Warehouse, and that bow blew me away.  And it was a 55#, just as fast or faster than my 60# Super K.

Steve
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Post by: frassettor on July 06, 2008, 03:25:00 PM
Welcome aboard!  :wavey:    :campfire:
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Post by: Big Dave on July 06, 2008, 03:36:00 PM
:wavey:  Howdy   :wavey:
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Post by: smokin joe on July 06, 2008, 03:42:00 PM
Speed is great, and smoothness is important too. Martins are quick for production bows, and Bears are very smooth. It wouldn't hurt to own and shoot both and take some time to settle in on what you end up liking the most. Then sell the one you don't want.
Anyway, you will find a lot of good information on this site, and great people too.
Welcome to the campfire.
Joe
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Post by: goodolboy94 on July 06, 2008, 03:46:00 PM
welcome to the additiction
Title: Re: Just joined, stop to say hi
Post by: sticknstring_AK on July 06, 2008, 03:49:00 PM
Although I do like the fact that Bear recurves come with the bow quiver inserts.  I may stick with my Super K.  

I do want a good, stable, powerful longbow to boot.  

How's the Savannah, and where can I get a 65#'er from?

Steve
Title: Re: Just joined, stop to say hi
Post by: jhansen on July 06, 2008, 03:52:00 PM
Welcome to the camp!  If you don't mind a suggestion, take a look in the classifieds of this forum before you spend money on a new Martin.  Mind you, there's nothing wrong with Martin bows but you can probably pick up a custom in great shape for less money.  Just a thought.

John
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Post by: LEOPARD on July 06, 2008, 03:58:00 PM
Welcome to the gang!  ;)
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Post by: sticknstring_AK on July 06, 2008, 04:55:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by jhansen:
Welcome to the camp!  If you don't mind a suggestion, take a look in the classifieds of this forum before you spend money on a new Martin.  Mind you, there's nothing wrong with Martin bows but you can probably pick up a custom in great shape for less money.  Just a thought.

John
I'll be looking.  Looking for a 65+ pound longbow, if you guys see anything give me a hollar.

Steve
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Post by: dragonheart on July 06, 2008, 04:56:00 PM
It is fun!
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Post by: jhansen on July 06, 2008, 05:04:00 PM
Steve,
You might try posting a WTB (Want To Buy) under Traditional Bows in the classifieds.  That way you can state what you are looking for and it will save you from looking through all the ads.

John
Title: Re: Just joined, stop to say hi
Post by: sticknstring_AK on July 06, 2008, 05:12:00 PM
Sounds like a plan.

Steve
Title: Re: Just joined, stop to say hi
Post by: Bill Turner on July 07, 2008, 03:46:00 PM
A big Texas welcome to you my man. Hope you find this site to be as helpful and informative as I have. Trag Gang is made up of a great group of guys. The moderators do a super job policing the ranks. It is the place to be if your looking for answers regarding your traditional archery addiction.  :notworthy: