What Bow ?

elktalker · May 23, 2010, 11:24:00 PM

I have a friend from church that I have been hunting his property for the last 5 years. He has been watching me have so much fun chasing his deer around with my trad gear he's ready to pick up a stick and have some fun of his own.

Bjorn · May 23, 2010, 11:51:00 PM

There are a number of 66" long bows available from bowyers who are sponsors on this site.
Any of them will pretty much exceed expectations.

May 24, 2010, 12:16:00 AM

For the money a maddog 66", could try a Robertson if money is not a problem. something in the low forties at 28", for a Hill 70" is what I would use if I was that tall.

cohutta orange · May 24, 2010, 01:34:00 AM

just a thought hopefully someone will second me here. since he just started a 50# may be a lil heavy. Maybe start at a lower # and get some good form going. sorry if I offended anyone

vernon · May 24, 2010, 01:36:00 PM

Definately for that tall of a guy the longer you can find the bow the better.

Orion · May 24, 2010, 04:22:00 PM

I agree that longer is better for a longer draw length, at least 68 inches for a straight bow. 64 would work for a hybrid, but 66 would feel even better there as well. In a recurve, 64 would work, though 66 inches would probably feel better yet. And next we'll hear from all the guys with 30-inch draws shooting 60-inch bows.

If he has some meat on that 6'4-inch frame, 50#@30 should be OK.

LBR · May 24, 2010, 04:35:00 PM

I draw 30.5" and the 66" Chek-Mate Crusader longbow is my favorite bow to date, and has been my favorite for the past 15 years. It's 66@30.5--gains 2.5# per inch to at least 31".

There are shorter bows that will handle the draw length, but you get finger pinch--my guess is he has fairly big hands (I wear a size 15 wedding band). A longer bow helps with that also.

Northwest_Bowhunter · May 24, 2010, 04:36:00 PM

Howard Hill Archery can turn out a 70" AMO 50# at 30" longbow. I might agree that a 43#-47 Wesley Special would be a great choice. I have tried one that was 55#@28 and a 68" and I felt no stacking at all. A very smooth bow indeed.

bentpole · May 24, 2010, 05:12:00 PM

MOHAWK CLASSIC

jhg · May 24, 2010, 05:56:00 PM

Mike Ballenger's Seven Lakes 66 inch longbows are VERY nice to shoot.

Joshua

SveinD · May 24, 2010, 06:26:00 PM

QuoteOriginally posted by bentpole:
MOHAWK CLASSIC

From what I've heard of Vince's Mohawk Bows, that is what I'd recommend as well.

It is cheap enough new, has a very good reputation, is long enough, decent wait for a new one, or there are some for sale in TGs Classifieds!

If the Mohawk does not appeal to him, there are a lot of good offers in the Classifieds, and very few bows are actually bad, though some have more handshock than others, and requires a liking to be enjoyed properly..

Cherry Tree · May 24, 2010, 06:54:00 PM

I would just stay away from shorter bows that are going to stack at that draw,I would say 66'' to 72'' you should be fine.

tkytrac · May 26, 2010, 04:52:00 PM

If he is a starting archer, you want to match everything to him the best way possible. Get him someplace where he can try several bows. Lower #, longer bows that produce good arrow flight will put him in the driver's seat. Make him want to stay w/ it. If he can feel the difference for himself, then he'll be on his way. He will make the decision, w/ your guidance.

bentpole · May 26, 2010, 05:00:00 PM

Mohawk Classic

If you don't like it I'll give you a money back guarantee!

MSwickard · May 26, 2010, 06:22:00 PM

Keith Chastain's Wapiti accommodates long draws very well. Go to WWW.RMSG.com they may have something used in their stock.

Mike

LimbLover · May 26, 2010, 07:45:00 PM

I'm 6'4" with a 30" draw. My Bamas draw just fine at 30" super smooth!

They are 68" though. I think Nathanael can make you a 66" you would just have to inquire. A basic Hunter will only run you $279. I love mine.

His site is www.bamabows.com

Maddog also makes a great bow! I've heard great things.