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Title: Hi everyone.
Post by: Mr.E on May 08, 2011, 01:23:00 PM
I hope this is the right place for this sort of post, couldnt find an introductions forum. Anyway I am new to trad archery, purchased a used 50# recurve and quickly found out I was over bowed. I am currently waiting on a 30# samick sage so I can learn proper form and all that good stuff, and hopefully not teach myself bad habits. This forum looks like a great place to learn some, and has some great reading material. I look forward to hanging around.
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Post by: ronp on May 08, 2011, 01:35:00 PM
Welcome Mr.E.  You have arrived at the right place if you want to learn about archery.  Good choice going down in draw weight, by the way!  enjoy the journey.
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Post by: dnovo on May 08, 2011, 01:40:00 PM
Welcome, Just hanging out here you will learn about everything you need just by reading along. Enjoy the ride.
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Post by: wooddamon1 on May 08, 2011, 01:47:00 PM
Welcome! And yes, you came to the right place! Enjoy the journey...   :campfire:    :archer2:
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Post by: Mudd on May 08, 2011, 01:55:00 PM
Welcome to tradgang Devin.

I doubt you'll find a better place to get your questions answered... or a better place period as a matter of fact.

Enjoy your Journey along with the rest of us.

God bless,Mudd
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Post by: SEMO_HUNTER on May 08, 2011, 02:03:00 PM
I would run if I were you.........run as far away from here as you can! Otherwise you better have deep pockets or a second job cause this is gonna cost ya little chunk of change!   :scared:  

Just kiddin'.......you can spend as little or as much on trad archery as your comfortable with, just about like anything else.   :wavey:
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Post by: huntingarcher on May 08, 2011, 02:20:00 PM
Glade your here Mr.E you will enjoy!  :campfire:    :archer:  

Welcome  :coffee:
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Post by: b44mag on May 08, 2011, 02:26:00 PM
from one new guy to another
welcome aboard
this is the best trad place ive found
enjoy read and listen
these guys n gals will give you the needed info
 :archer2:
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Post by: Swinestalker on May 08, 2011, 02:39:00 PM
This is a great place. It has spared me many mistakes and made my journey much more enjoyable.
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Post by: 59Alaskan on May 08, 2011, 02:47:00 PM
Welcome!  You can learn quite a bit here.  Don't miss out on the Shooting Forum for some great tips.
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Post by: Berube on May 08, 2011, 02:48:00 PM
Welcome in the place!  :clapper:
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Post by: TradDad on May 08, 2011, 02:55:00 PM
Welcome to base camp, pull up a log and sit a while.
  :campfire:    :coffee:    

Since this is your first time you may want to set a timer or before you know it, it'll be Next Friday!
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Post by: djanko on May 08, 2011, 03:02:00 PM
Welcome Devin...this is a real great place for information and just communicating about archery.  I've been here for 2 years and have really learned a lot about tradional archery.  Have fun, lots of great people!
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Post by: koger on May 08, 2011, 03:09:00 PM
Welcome in man. This is a great site, great members and moderators. The samick sage is a great shooting little bow, especially for the money or for 2x the money.
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Post by: JohnnyWayne on May 08, 2011, 03:12:00 PM
Welcome to the fun  :)
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Post by: GrayRhino on May 08, 2011, 03:54:00 PM
Welcome to tradgang.  You will find all the advice you need here.  Lots of tips to keep you improving, and lots if info to keep you inspired!

 :wavey:
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Post by: turkey522 on May 08, 2011, 04:03:00 PM
Welcome to the gang.Have any questions do a search,nothing there just ask.A lot knowledgeable  people on here that will help.
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Post by: bowslinger on May 08, 2011, 04:42:00 PM
Welcome!  If you scroll toward the bottom of the main forums page to the State Trad Bowhunting Orgs header, you will find a forum for "Idaho-Idaho Traditional Bowhunters".  Click on this forum and you can post there and possibly find other traditional archers in your neck of the woods to shoot with.
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Post by: GO Rogers on May 08, 2011, 04:43:00 PM
Welcome, take your seat on the bus and enjoy your ride......♠
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Post by: Yeoman Bowman on May 08, 2011, 04:58:00 PM
Mr. E, from one newbie to another, Welcome!

There is much to learn from these gentlemen, I can assure you. I read Tradgang religiously every day, without exception.

 
QuoteI am new to trad archery, purchased a used 50# recurve and quickly found out I was over bowed.
That sounds like me. I quickly bought a shiny 50# Bear Montana, thinking I could grow into it. Uh-uh. Didn't happen. I'm gonna drop 10 pounds on my next bow.

So, relax, ask questions before you buy and learn from the Masters at Tradgang.

Have fun.
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Post by: ishoot4thrills on May 08, 2011, 05:04:00 PM
Welcome, bro!
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Post by: leatherneck on May 08, 2011, 05:11:00 PM
Welcome!!!
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Post by: Mr.E on May 08, 2011, 05:32:00 PM
Thank you all for the warm welcome.
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Post by: rluttrell on May 08, 2011, 05:38:00 PM
I will agree with you about starting with a lighter bow. I did the same thing well almost I started with a 25 pound bow. I wanted to work on form and muscle memory before trying something heaver, some guys than let me use their 34 pound bow. I have to tell you it all about putting in the time at the practice field.
Good Luck
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Post by: straitera on May 08, 2011, 05:48:00 PM
Welcome E. Look in the "Shooter's Forum" if you haven't already. Why don't you chronicle your shooting development here? Get a lot of good help that way.
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Post by: LONGSTYKES on May 08, 2011, 06:36:00 PM
Devin, Welcome aboard. Great group, just have fun and enjoy.
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Post by: DannyBows on May 08, 2011, 07:27:00 PM
Welcome! Lots of fun in your future, glad you chose to share it with us.
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Post by: Huntschool on May 08, 2011, 08:17:00 PM
Welcome Devin.  Step in and ask questions and enjoy yourself....
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Post by: Three Finger on May 08, 2011, 08:43:00 PM
Welcome the the Gang. You can learn a lot here. I know I have. Great place and great people.
 :wavey:
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Post by: legends1 on May 09, 2011, 03:51:00 AM
Welcome to Tradgang  :)
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Post by: ti-guy on May 09, 2011, 06:46:00 AM
Welcome!
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Post by: Ari on May 09, 2011, 06:54:00 AM
Welcome, you found a really good site, great info and great people.

God bless.
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Post by: Friend on May 09, 2011, 08:55:00 AM
Welcome Devin!

While we are still human and prone to make mistakes, rest assured that you will encounter  valliant efforts to assist you.

As you become more active, fewer layers will be required to keep you comfortable for the fire is warm.
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Post by: Geo S on May 09, 2011, 08:00:00 PM
Welcome to the gang!
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Post by: Dan in KS on May 10, 2011, 10:56:00 AM
Welcome to the forum---lots of great information and people here to assist.  In addition to what is here, you might want to consider joining a traditional club and taping into the assistance from the members.  My club actively recruits new archers and offers unlimited help.

DB
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Post by: Gufunk on May 10, 2011, 11:04:00 AM
Welcome
I am new as well and have saved some money with tip and tricks.
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Post by: Easykeeper on May 10, 2011, 11:04:00 AM
Welcome, but you realize it's all down hill from here...  Pretty soon you will want to know about arrows, then how to make arrows, then how to harvest your own wood for arrows, then how to knap your own points....and on and on...

Then you will want to explore the different bows.  You will find yourself buying or trading bows just to see what the wood looks like, or what all the fuss is over this or that style bow.

Split-finger, three-under, instinctive, gap...

It's a slippery slope my friend...buckle up and hang on, it'll be fun.