I had no idea.....

VA Elite · January 16, 2015, 06:32:00 PM

How fun and exciting this is. I have only been shooting 3 days for about 45 mins a day and I am completely in awe of what you guys do. I should have done this long ago. I have shot from 5-22 yards in the last 3 days and the feeling I get when the arrow hits where I want it to is a shock and a great feeling. I miss the target a bunch, but about every 3 shots, Im in the vitals or even dead center of the lungs on my target. The crazy thing is, I hit the target better at 16 and 22 yards than i do at 8-12 yards. can't explain that one. Im noticing just how important that consistent anchor is, when I do that, I usually hit where I want. When I do that, my arrow seems to fly beautifully. I will keep going forward and getting dialed with the proper form and arrow set up. Im going to my first trad shoot tomorrow, not keeping a score, just hoping to come back home with all my arrows! Thanks to everyone for the help, and for you future help!

JD Page 1965 · January 16, 2015, 07:07:00 PM

Good for you Buddy!

atatarpm · January 16, 2015, 07:32:00 PM

Welcome to a whole new world!

katman · January 16, 2015, 07:41:00 PM

With your full length arrows your closer to point on distance at 22yds vs 8 yds. Consistent anchor, back tension and solid bow arm will serve you well.

Love your enthusiasm, makes me want to turn on the flood lights a go fling a few.

VA Elite · January 16, 2015, 08:00:00 PM

So being farther away makes it somewhat easier to judge where to aim? I think I remember saying that to myself at 22 yards.

Pine · January 16, 2015, 08:21:00 PM

It can be a very relaxing and fun pastime .

VA Elite · January 16, 2015, 08:45:00 PM

It sure does help me relax after teaching 13 year olds all day!

Stump73 · January 16, 2015, 10:26:00 PM

It my stress reliever!

sheepdogreno · January 17, 2015, 12:08:00 AM

happy for ya! I feel the same way!

damascusdave · January 17, 2015, 12:24:00 AM

If you come back with all your arrows there is a chance you did not take any risks...they are making arrows every day

DDave

Longbow58 · January 17, 2015, 06:32:00 AM

Diddo on your feelings. Consistency is the key to this addiction. I also am learning this more everyday. My focus on every shot has improved vastly and my shots are getting better. Oh yea...enjoying the heck out of it! Good luck.

Rustic · January 17, 2015, 06:45:00 AM

maineac · January 17, 2015, 08:39:00 AM

Good for you. Nothing like watching the flight of the arrow, especially one doing what you want it to!

drewsbow · January 17, 2015, 08:49:00 AM

That's what its all about

BMN · January 17, 2015, 10:51:00 AM

enjoy the journey.