newbie offering thanks

[stepinbak]

1st post but have been lurking/learning awhile. im 3 months new to trad archery and love it. been shooting a lh damon howatt bandito 40#. and wanted to thank you guys for all your knowledge and helping me threw the learning curve. i know no one else that shoots recurve so i dont know what a decent group is. so ill let your comments tell me where i rate thus far into my newfound obsession. this as at 10 yds. thx guys  
 
 

[RM81]

Welcome to tradgang.  I'd say you're doing pretty good so far.

[Mudd]

Welcome to the campfire        

[Andy Cooper]

Welcome!  I agree with RM81 and Mudd. I was taught, when rifle hunting, that every shot that would hit a paper plate was a killing shot, because a deer's kill zone around the heart and lungs is about the same size. I suppose that would be true for bowhunting, too, but focus on the bullseye! Keep practicing...you're doing great!

[Swamp Yankee]

Yup, going good.  I've been shooting for a long time and there are days (too many) when I don't shoot that well.  I'd encourage you to find someone with experience to help you avoid creating any bad habits that might stop you from progressing at some point; but if you're shooting that well on a regular basis you're definately doing something right!  Welcome!

[straitera]

Nice shooting from a very nice bow. Envision a "+" where you want your arrow to hit. Might help & you'll see it quicker the more you practice. Welcome.

[stepinbak]

thanks guys, thats encouraging to hear. although i have yet to shoot at 20yds im hoping that by next fall i will be able to hit the plate consistently enough at 20 to be able to hunt. is 40lbs sufficient enough? or should i start looking now for a 50#?

[RM81]

40# is the minimum in Ohio.  Make sure you have sharp broadheads and make a good shot.  Not sure if there's a # minimum in NY.

[RM81]

Also, make sure your arrows are tuned to your bow and fly as straight as possible.  You'll get better penetration.

[stepinbak]

thanks straitera ill hav to give that a whirl. always looking for new things to try. as for the bow it was given to me as one of those " iv had this in my garage for 15 years, take it if you want it." so i took the sights and electrical taped quiver off bought a string, did alot of reading and learning (thx tradgang)and started shooting. now i cant wait to get home every day and shoot. def addicting!!

[stepinbak]

thats one thing im still unsure of when an arrow enters the target at a slightly diff angle than the others. was it a form/release flaw or spine issue? im hoping that once spring arrives longer distance shooting will reveal an answer

[Friend]

Welcome and start stepinbak and keep stepinbak as you progress.

GREAT!  I agree with the rest of the gang..you're off and runnin' now..just keep shooting and reading..    

"newfound obsession" HA!  you got one that right!   :D

[stikbow4148]

you are off to a good start,you will be breaking nocks soon...practice,practice,practice...you are in the right place here in tradgang,tons of knowledge...i'm glad to be here...welcome..john

[LONGSTYKES]

Keep It up, your doing awesome, Good form and practice. This will always tell on the target. Good Luck Don