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Im looking at one of these bows used and I know little of traditional gear. Its draw weight is 30 lbs so the ad claims and it is 62 inches long. Im looking to get into bowfishing and small game hunting possibly some fall turkey hunting also. Would this be a good starter bow? What's it worth used? Thanks for any help.
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I don't know much about this particular bow but I would think you wouldn't get very good arrow flight out of that light of draw weight with a fiberglass fishing arrow,cause they're pretty heavy,but it might be nice if you're just learning with the arrow combo that flys right.That light of bow,you shouldn't develop bad habits....IMO
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Thanks wv tradbow ill take that into consideration. With the right arrows would this bow be suitable for small game and turkeys?
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Thanks wv tradbow ill take that into consideration. With the right arrows would this bow be suitable for small game and turkeys?
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Have shot a lot of (100's) of carp, some rabbit, squirrel, grouse, pheasants and a few turkeys. 40 lbs would be minimum weight in a stick bow.IMO
I would personally suggest 45 lbs and would be happy
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45# is a good weight for an experienced traditional shooter.
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Due to my lack of experience should I start with a lighter draw weight or go right into a 40-45 lb bow?
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Start right, start light. I think your on the right track with the 30# bow. Learn to shoot with good form, then work your way up in draw weight. As for "just a 30# bow" I wouldn't want to stand in front of it. If your a newbe, I highly recommend the book "Shooting the Stickbow" it's available from Amazon for $20 and is the best money I ever spent on Traditional Archery.
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Thanks centershot. Im just not too sure I wanna buy a bow that's only good for target shooting....
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That is a huge mistake - overbowing yourself to begin with is probably the #1 reason most new Trad shooters quit. I always recommend getting an inexpensive lightweight bow to begin with. Even when you work up to heavier bows it is nice to go back and use the light one for form work. There are some very serviciable bows for just over $100. Fuse, Samick, PSE - all are fine to get started, Used bows are just fine also. I started on a 1970's Howatt Cavalier 26# @ 28" - get the book before you spend any $ on a bow. Good luck with it.
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