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Title: New here
Post by: jkcerda on September 16, 2012, 10:27:00 PM
Hi, just started shooting a recurve, TONS of things to try & pick up.
bow specs  Sierra Shakespeare x18 45#'s  there is alittle "twang" to the bow upon release, I am used to compounds but liked a recurve that I tested (Greatree GosHawk)
I think I am over bowed for the time being at 45#'s, slapped my forearm a lot
(https://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/527078_450168428359861_1710037594_n.jpg)

BUT I also did ok after a while, this is my best 20 yard group.
  (https://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/560408_450158535027517_1950438474_n.jpg)

gazillion things to learn, not sure where to start, I think its better to concentrate on my strength so I dont shake that much when I anchor.  what say you?
Title: Re: New here
Post by: ti-guy on September 16, 2012, 10:29:00 PM
Welcome!  :wavey:
Title: Re: New here
Post by: jkcerda on September 16, 2012, 10:32:00 PM
thanks.
Title: Re: New here
Post by: magnus on September 16, 2012, 10:38:00 PM
Welcome to the gang!
Title: Re: New here
Post by: BOHO on September 16, 2012, 10:44:00 PM
these look real familiar. lol  welcome to Tradgang.
Title: Re: New here
Post by: Orion on September 16, 2012, 10:55:00 PM
Welcome to the site.  One of the first things you should do is buy an arm guard.  Ouch!
Title: Re: New here
Post by: Hot Hap on September 16, 2012, 11:04:00 PM
If your slapping your forearm raise your brace height. Welcome. Hap
Title: Re: New here
Post by: jkcerda on September 16, 2012, 11:17:00 PM
heard twisting the string should raise the B-Height.
not sure about getting an arm sling just yet, I think I rather correct my form.
Title: Re: New here
Post by: MonRiver on September 16, 2012, 11:22:00 PM
Welcome aboard!

I'd recommend the arm guard.

And if you twist your string a few times, it'll raise the brace height.
Title: Re: New here
Post by: joe ashton on September 16, 2012, 11:42:00 PM
welcome..  ask Q's and be patient.  There is so much to learn.....
Title: Re: New here
Post by: GRINCH on September 16, 2012, 11:48:00 PM
First off I'd try adjusting your brace height and welcome the gang.
Title: Re: New here
Post by: JEFF B on September 17, 2012, 12:38:00 AM
I'm with Grinch on that one and welcome pull up a log
Title: Re: New here
Post by: jkcerda on September 17, 2012, 12:40:00 AM
how do I know how Much to change the braceH ? will it affect the bow?
waiting on a stringer so I can mess with it.
Title: Re: New here
Post by: Thumper Dunker on September 17, 2012, 01:57:00 AM
Welcome . Your string might be too close to the bow . Thats why its hitting you . or you could be holding your bow wrong . Iether case get an arm gaurd just for boo boos . I got a scar on my arm from a boo boo. Theres some great teachers here that can help with  tunning your bow ect.
Title: Re: New here
Post by: jkcerda on September 17, 2012, 02:11:00 AM
thanks for the help, already thinking of my next bow, Greatree highlander or Omega Raptor.
Title: Re: New here
Post by: bowhuntingrn on September 17, 2012, 06:22:00 AM
Welcome to the gang. Be patient, take your time, and don't be afraid to ask questions. Lots of knowledge here. For my. 02, get the armguard and forget about the 20 yard group for now. Move up to 10, shoot till you're busting nocks and putting the group where you want it, then start moving back. Btw, love my Omega one piece.
Title: Re: New here
Post by: Terry Lightle on September 17, 2012, 07:00:00 AM
open your stance a little
Title: Re: New here
Post by: KentuckyTJ on September 17, 2012, 08:17:00 AM
Welcome from Kentucky!
Title: Re: New here
Post by: wooddamon1 on September 17, 2012, 10:45:00 AM
Welcome!   :campfire:
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Post by: DayTripper on September 17, 2012, 10:58:00 AM
Welcome from Texas.
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Post by: Stump73 on September 17, 2012, 11:39:00 AM
Welcome!
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Post by: Duker on September 17, 2012, 12:40:00 PM
WELCOME from N.C.  :archer2:
Title: Re: New here
Post by: JamesKerr on September 17, 2012, 12:55:00 PM
Welcome!  :wavey:
Title: Re: New here
Post by: jkcerda on September 17, 2012, 01:04:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by bowhuntingrn:
Welcome to the gang. Be patient, take your time, and don't be afraid to ask questions. Lots of knowledge here. For my. 02, get the armguard and forget about the 20 yard group for now. Move up to 10, shoot till you're busting nocks and putting the group where you want it, then start moving back. Btw, love my Omega one piece.
thanks, I hear good things about Omega.