Author Topic: Greetings from a New Member (Read 298 times)

Rustic · « **on:** October 12, 2011, 07:33:00 AM »

Hi Everbody, not sure if this is the correct forum but I just wanted to introduce myself. I'm new to this forum and traditional bowhunting. I have been using a compound for 12+ years, but ealier this week my neighbor let me draw his recurve and longbow. I liked the simple set up and frankly, I'm hooked. I think my first trad bow will be a longbow. 45#@28". I think this is a good start for me because my draw length is 26". Anyway, as I get further into trad bowhunting I'll be looking forward to hearing from you. Happy Hunting

LONGSTYKES · « **Reply #1 on:** October 12, 2011, 07:47:00 AM »

Welcome aboard. Hope you enjoy the ride. Great people here.

Hermon · « **Reply #2 on:** October 12, 2011, 07:48:00 AM »

Welcome. It will be a wonderful journey.

It is better to start with a lighter poundage bow when you are starting (45# should be fine) so that you do not develope any bad habits from being overbowed. Lots of people with lots of good information here. Have fun

sou-pawbowhunter · « **Reply #3 on:** October 12, 2011, 07:49:00 AM »

David,
Welcome aboard, you will find a very welcoming fraternity here. Check out some of the threads the mods have at the top here, if you have a question the search feature can pull up info from past threads for you, but if you don't find what you're looking for don't hesitate to ask.

Mudd · « **Reply #4 on:** October 12, 2011, 08:24:00 AM »

Welcome!

I am glad you're here. Please keep us posted on your progress.

It's always great to see how the simplicity of the stick and string can capture the adventurous spirit.

You've picked a winner of a place to gather and share information.

God bless,Mudd

b.glass · « **Reply #5 on:** October 12, 2011, 08:45:00 AM »

Good to meet ya! Your in for the ride of your life!

Cyclic-Rivers · « **Reply #6 on:** October 12, 2011, 08:56:00 AM »

Welcome.

This stuff is way much more fun. Your idea of a long bow based on a 26 " draw is fine, but remember recurves are fine too. Many people draw passed 30 inches with both. It is more important to get something that fits you. Most guys will allow you to shoot their bows and you will start to get a feel for what you like.

Good luck, Welcome and most of all Enjoy!

Swinestalker · « **Reply #7 on:** October 12, 2011, 10:13:00 AM »

I have found there are many learned archers here who will un-selfishly share their knolledge to make your journey more enjoyable. Welcome to Tradgang.

KentuckyTJ · « **Reply #8 on:** October 12, 2011, 10:21:00 AM »

Welcome from Kentucky

DannyBows · « **Reply #9 on:** October 12, 2011, 10:23:00 AM »

Welcome to the 'Gang!

RM81 · « **Reply #10 on:** October 12, 2011, 12:09:00 PM »

Welcome!

If you're drawing 26", then a 45#@28 is going to be around 39# at your draw. Not sure if you knew that. Some states have a 40# draw minimum to hunt with in case that's your goal. IMO, 40-45 is a good weight to start at.

7 Lakes · « **Reply #11 on:** October 12, 2011, 01:03:00 PM »

Welcome aboard, let us know if you have questions.

Hot Hap · « **Reply #12 on:** October 12, 2011, 02:17:00 PM »

Hi there-Hap

joe ashton · « **Reply #13 on:** October 12, 2011, 02:33:00 PM »

Life is over as you knew it.

wtpops · « **Reply #14 on:** October 12, 2011, 06:01:00 PM »

Hello Rustic you have found a great place to learn, lot of good people here sit back a enjoy the

5deer · « **Reply #15 on:** October 12, 2011, 06:05:00 PM »

so it begins.

smokin joe · « **Reply #16 on:** October 12, 2011, 06:07:00 PM »

Welcome aboard.

Kapellmeister · « **Reply #17 on:** October 12, 2011, 07:18:00 PM »

How d'ye!

Craig Schoneberg · « **Reply #18 on:** October 12, 2011, 07:44:00 PM »

Welcome from Nebraska.

Lincoln Ribeiro · « **Reply #19 on:** October 12, 2011, 08:02:00 PM »

Greetings. Welcome.


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