Why can't I hold on target?

[targets3D]

I have suffered with this issue for more than 1 year and tried everything under the sun. Here is what actually worked for me.

1. Shoot a bow with 1/2 the draw weight you currently shoot. I went down to an old 20 lbs recurve and it did wonders for me.

2. Start aiming. I found Stringwalking (aiming point of the arrow on the target point) to be very helpful.

combining 1 & 2 for a few weeks got things under control for me. I moved back to me heavier bow but still stringwalking, will start to transition to gapping soon.

[USN_Sam1385]

Originally posted by Jim Casto Jr:
 

Originally posted by zetabow:
Even today I still dont give a hoot where my arrow goes, I just know in the back of my mind if the shot is executed well and my aiming focus is strong the arrow will find it's mark, this attitude takes a lot of pressure out from the shot.

Exacly! [/b]

Best advice ever. I took one of my crappy arrows out and was shooting at my target, with this advice in mind. I didn't care if the arrow flew into the woods, completely missed the target, etc.

I just focused on getting my draw hand finger to the corner of my mouth, settling into the deep back muscles and getting a good release and follow through.

The arrow hit within 2 inches of my intended spot about 10 times in a row.

Wow. Good advice. Stop Caring and just let the bow shoot itself.

[2Blade]

Give the clicker time and it WILL work. Practice close and really get the feel down. I come to a good solid anchor settle in then commit to not stop pulling until my hand stops on my shoulder. The clicker has greatly increased my control and over all confidence. Its a good feeling getting to full draw and knowing the shots not goin off until your ready for it. When shooting with a clicker "Dont pull to it pull through" it I always say!

[USN_Sam1385]

My clicker keeps pulling off of the bow. The original adhesive did not stick, so I tried to use a hot glue as I knew I'd be able to get it off of the bow without damaging it. That pulled off as well.

[2Blade]

Sam wrap the base with Eletrical tape. That solved the problem for me.