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[Scattergun2570]

I hope I am posting in the right place.I am very new to Traditional. I have been shooting compund for about 18months,but want to get a Trad bow. I was wondering if I can get some suggestions on what to buy that won`t kill my wallet,and my shoulders,and back etc.. looking for brand,weight,length suggestions.. Thanks

[David Dumke]

Youll have to try before you by for length and weight, but make sure to find a shop and get your draw length measured. Check the classifieds on here for a bow that wont break your budget or that auction site. a friend bought a bear recurve for under 200.

I suggest checking the classifieds first as the sellers here will be more willing to explain everything and will even point you in a better direction if they think their bow wont suit you.

Figure out the poundage on your wheelie calculate for the let off and that's about where you'll be comfortable with a recurve or long bow. Again, you'll need to try out the different weights to be absolutely sure.

[stujay]

It is difficult in these short threads to get you all set up. If you have a traditional bowshop in your area, thats a good place to start. If not, read some of the threads here or google "starting with a longbow/recurve" and check out some of the you tube videos out there. Another possiblilty is to see if you can hook up with someone on this site who lives in your area and set up a meet, where they can help you get started. Doing by trial and error is mostly error.

[legends1]

Welcome to Tradgang,im a sponsor here let me know if i can help you.

[Mudd]

Jump in with both feet my friend.

There are a bunch of folks in NY, maybe some live close enough that you can arrange a get together so you can shoot some bows.

Nothing can beat hands on experience when finding what kind of bow fits you and what feels right.

Welcome to the tradgang family.

God bless,Mudd

[Rob DiStefano]

Originally posted by Scattergun2570:
I hope I am posting in the right place.I am very new to Traditional. I have been shooting compund for about 18months,but want to get a Trad bow. I was wondering if I can get some suggestions on what to buy that won`t kill my wallet,and my shoulders,and back etc.. looking for brand,weight,length suggestions.. Thanks

welcome to trad gang and the world of trad bowhunting.  Take your time, don't rush into the sport, absorb as much fact as you can find.  A live, local, knowledgeable trad bowhunter would be yer best mentor.  This link is good for starters ...

 www.tradgang.com/docs/trad.html

[Duker]

WELCOME  

[Friend]

We were all newbs once and I am frequently reminded that I will always remain a newb.

The traditional path may lead us on a seeming less endless journey with both breathtaking and awe-inspiring sites, ardent camaraderie, both remarkable and treasured experiences and consummate fulfillment.

Delve in uninhibited and fully breathe in the actuality of the total experience.

Remain aware that the culminating summit is always near and if, by chance, you reach it, there is another to viewed from where you stand.

Welcome!!!!!!!

[GANDGOLF]

Friend--Well Posted..Scattergun2570, Welcome..

[straitera]

Welcome. Try & buy. Don't limit yourself. That is, get what you want. Some great used bow deals out there!

[cbCrow]

Welcome! Good advice been said try, try, and try every bow you can. As far as weight depending on #age of coumpound start 15-20#s light. You should be able to draw to anchor and hold for a 5 count.

[Scattergun2570]

Hey guys,.thanks for all the responses and welcomes!  I have shot a couple of diff trad bows at one of my local ranges. The range I have access to shooting trad bows doesn`t sell anything. It`s just a range set up by the parks department. My other local shop has just a few trad bows,but I don`t want to spend $4-500. They have the Hoyt Dorado,and a Gamemaster I believe. I did shoot a Martin Hunter and a Bear Grizzly. The Hunter was a 50lb & the Bear was a 45..the 50 was too much,the 45 wasn`t bad,,shot it pretty well also,the guys around there said I was a natural. In any case..I see alot of Bear Grizzlie`s on **** for what seem to be good prices..some as low as 80 bucks. Alot of them are from the 70`s,but are in quite good conndition. Should I buy a bow that has that many years on it? What should I expect to pay? Any help with this?

[Bobaru]

Scattergun, a word of caution on the 50# bow:  Martin Hunter's are known for being heavier in draw weight than indicated.  I have a 50# Hunter that is actually 54#.  That's not uncommon, so you may wish to keep that in mind.

[DannyBows]

Welcome to the 'Gang! Lots of fun in your future.    

[Scattergun2570]

Originally posted by Bobaru:
Scattergun, a word of caution on the 50# bow:  Martin Hunter's are known for being heavier in draw weight than indicated.  I have a 50# Hunter that is actually 54#.  That's not uncommon, so you may wish to keep that in mind.

Thanks for the tip.