Wow, what a great book.  

I just finished it cover-to-cover in one sitting.  I could not put it down and even skirted danger by putting off the boss's weekend "honey do" list.  

This book is a MUST have for all trad bowhunters.  No matter what your level of expertise with any stick bow, you will learn something useful and valuable from Fred's deep well of practical, realistic trad archery shooting knowledge.  

The best part is that its focus is bowhunting, not just shooting the bow and arrow.  

The chapters, instructive dialogue and comments flow well from page to page, and are enhanced with lots of good demonstrative images ... not to mention pics of some mighty fine harvested critters.  

Highly recommend reading!!!              

Man....I'm behind on a couple of Books and DVDs....hope to get caught up soon.

Thanks Rob I've been procrastinating buying it(not really sure why).I've always liked the way Fred has with the written word.

i like fred's writing style lots, too.  with every new tbm issue i flip through all the pages for a fast initial scan and then immediately head for fred's feature article.  

Not to talk down his other shooting books, but this one is much better IMO.  Very straightforward with plenty of good reasons WHY he does things the way he does.  It stands alone very well also and you don't need to read the first books before this one.

QuoteOriginally posted by Wampus:
Not to talk down his other shooting books, but this one is much better IMO.  Very straightforward with plenty of good reasons WHY he does things the way he does.  It stands alone very well also and you don't need to read the first books before this one.

Thanks!  I was going to ask about that.  This'll be on the wish list for my birthday!

Hey Rob-just bought the book at the Kalamazoo show but haven't dug in yet! But, glad to know I have a lot to look forward to!! I've read all his other books and he does have a great way of expressing himself! Loaded with practical info! Thanks.

Kenny  

Thanks for the book review, I have all of Fred's other books and his DVD, I was dragging my feet on this one, don't really know why, but I was, off to order it !
Dan

fred REALLY digs into it this time, and cuts himself up a bit to boot.  he just tells it like he sees it and boy does that resonant with me big time.  oh, and you hill style bow guyz are in for either a treat or a shock (or two).  

I'd like to get a copy and have him sign it at ETAR.

Not suprised to hear a great review of Fred's writings!

His article "The Lowly Shelf" in Bowhunter mag. many years ago, drew me in, to this great, "Love Affair"!

Is there an ISBN number on the book?
I can get my local library to order a copy, they have his other books already.

Yep, it is great! I have all his books and i think this one is the best. Like others have said I really like Fred's style wish he would write more. It is a great read and reference.

I can hardly wait for his seminar in Waterloo tomorrow!

Bernie Bjorklund

NC Iowa/SW Wisconsin

48# Spirit longbow
45# Martin Hunter recurve

I have just started it. I really enjoy his writing and his stories.  

I too love Freds writing style...thanks for the review Rob, ill place my order now !

I used to have his original 2 books as well as the VHS tape. Unfortunately, no longer.

Does this book supercede the original two? Or is this one meant to complement (and require) the originals?

FWIW- I love his "author's voice"- his still hunting book is a must-read, IMO.

Rob is spot on. Great book written in a smooth style that is easy to read.

I am a G. Fred guy as after reading one of his articles in TBM about eye dominance I switched to left handed shooting....best thing I ever did.

Thanks Mr. Asbell!

"The best part is that its focus is bowhunting, not just shooting the bow and arrow"


EXACTLY!!!! That is why I "shoot like Fred"

Fred's style of writing is something I can sit down with, understand, and retain. His method of shooting is just so simple, common sense, and hunting oriented.

I told Fred recently that I thought this was his best work, and I mean it. Outstanding book.

Thanks Rob: I will give his new book a Read. I have Fred's other books and DVD and liked them very much. Shoot Straight