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30-40# is a good starting point for a beginner to learn proper form, then as they progressed a heavier bow can be had. IMHO
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I'm a little older than you (Lots). I started at 45. 40 would have been a better choice for me.
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Since you mentioned no hunting plans with this particular bow, I would have put around 20-25#'s.
When I started with a coach after shooting for years with a 60# bow, he moved me to 8#'s for two months. After that I move to 25-35#s bows for about 4 months. After that I was back in the 50-60 pound range.
He basically made me relearn how to shoot a bow (and try to forget a lot of my past methods).
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Hmmm..... Confusing feedback here, the majority of the poll shows heavier (43% light 57% heavier as of this post) but yet most of the posts say go lighter. I say go lighter based on the non hunting statement, that in my mind really swings my opinion to go lighter and learn the correct way. No real reason for a heavier bow except if you want to eliminate some trajectory ?
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I have a 45 pounder coming from Maddog Archery, my first longbow!♠
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quote:Originally posted by Night Wing: I voted for the 30#-40# range. Lower weight equates to better form for a beginner which leads to better accuracy.
I guess that depends upon how strong the shooter is. Higher weights can equate to a cleaner release, too. For a guy strong enough to comfortably shoot higher weight, that is.
quote:Originally posted by Night Wing: I voted for the 30#-40# range. Lower weight equates to better form for a beginner which leads to better accuracy.
I guess that depends upon how strong the shooter is. Higher weights can equate to a cleaner release, too. For a guy strong enough to comfortably shoot higher weight, that is.
quote:Originally posted by dan d: Hmmm..... Confusing feedback here, the majority of the poll shows heavier (43% light 57% heavier as of this post) but yet most of the posts say go lighter.
Not that confusing really. It's easier to vote anonymously than it is to defend your position.
quote:Originally posted by dan d: Hmmm..... Confusing feedback here, the majority of the poll shows heavier (43% light 57% heavier as of this post) but yet most of the posts say go lighter.
Not that confusing really. It's easier to vote anonymously than it is to defend your position.
that's what I was thinking when I typed it ! Dan
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I voted 40-50 only because you need 40+ lbs to be legal in many states.
Start out at 45 lbs. Order a Maddog Mutt and learn to shoot. The money you'll save will be put to good use toward arrows, field points, gloves, quiver, range time... etc.
My 2 cents...
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I would start a new shooter light. This way they can get there form down, then move up in weight.
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No matter what I take out a bow under 40 pounds to teach a newbie. It is impossible to teach form and power at the same time. some will grab a light bow and try to prove how far they can pull it, that person is generally unteachable.
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