Some tips to remember for bow hunting season
Compound bows have been on the scene since the mid-1960s and by design have the potential for greater velocity and accuracy than other types of bows. Nonetheless it takes practice to become proficient with this modern hunting weapon.
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The limbs of compound bows are much stiffer than those of recurve or longbows and this makes them more efficient in delivering the arrow. They use a cable/pulley levering system that gives the arrow its superior speed and has stabilizers and dampers that allow the archer to hold the bow steadier at full draw, which translates to less movement upon release.
Practice is the key to improvement, and here are some things you might try to help gain the accuracy you need to bring down that trophy deer you seek.
Sound fundamentals are the most important aspect of shooting a compound bow, and your grip is right at the top of the list.
Experts will tell you that you do not have to keep your fingers completely around the handle of the bow to stop it from falling from your hands -- especially at full draw. Your sling will take care of that problem. If you grip the bow fully with your fingers, the shot will almost certainly be affected by the pressure of the grip when you release the arrow.
Another key component of good fundamentals is to keep your bow arm straight rather than slightly bent. You don't want it to be tense, but bent bow arms and flying elbows can result in inconsistent draws and getting hit by the string upon release.
When aiming your shot, it is important to aim from the beginning of the draw until full draw is reached. If you draw and then aim, it may cause you to lose the continuity needed to achieve a quality shot.
Practicing this way will make aiming a natural continuation of your draw and result in better shots. Along these same lines, make sure you line up the peep with the circular pin of your sight to help in making consistent shots.
Once you have developed a good feel for shooting your bow, just boil it down to a couple of steps and don't get caught up in complicated thought processes. Simple is best. Practicing is the way to get to that point.
Don't keep practicing once you get tired. Tired muscles can result in a breakdown in form. You want your fundamentals to be consistent and to accomplish this, you can't just shoot arr
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