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Offline hoovertx4

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new to traditonal, first bow on the way
« on: November 07, 2011, 06:26:00 PM »
I am new to traditional archery, I have been shooting with training wheels for 22 years. I just traded a bear carnage for a schafer silvertip longbow. I cant wait to get the silvertip and fling a few arrows. Are silvertips pretty good longbows, Here is a link to the bow I am getting.
 http://s28.photobucket.com/albums/c210/coaster500/Schafer%20Silver%20tip%20lb%20RH%2064%2050%2029%20Walnut%20Dymo/?albumview=slideshow
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Re: new to traditonal, first bow on the way
« Reply #1 on: November 07, 2011, 06:28:00 PM »
Welcome to the fire, and any longbow is a good longbow. Practice your form(its a little different from wheels)and stick with it.
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Re: new to traditonal, first bow on the way
« Reply #2 on: November 07, 2011, 06:29:00 PM »
Welcome! You certainly hit the ground running with a Schafer
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Re: new to traditonal, first bow on the way
« Reply #3 on: November 07, 2011, 06:34:00 PM »
that's a premier longbow ya got there, she's a beauty.  congrats on the trade!

now, trad archery/bowhunting is different from playing with wheels, and there's lots to learn about gear and form.  give a click on the first link in my sig line, it may offer some assistance in your transition to the harder but more satisfying side of bowhunting.   :D
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Offline Rooselk

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Re: new to traditonal, first bow on the way
« Reply #4 on: November 07, 2011, 06:35:00 PM »
No, Schafer Silvertips are not just "pretty good" longbows: they are VERY good bows. You are starting your traditional journey with a top of the line bow. And that one looks like a real beauty.  :thumbsup:
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Re: new to traditonal, first bow on the way
« Reply #5 on: November 07, 2011, 06:46:00 PM »
You have a great future in the 'Traditional Way', judging by your choice in a first bow, Well Done!

Welcome to the 'Gang, honored to have you join our little campfire.    :campfire:    :archer2:
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Re: new to traditonal, first bow on the way
« Reply #6 on: November 07, 2011, 06:56:00 PM »
I am glad to be here, and hope to learn a lot from you guys and gals. I hope I can make the trasition pretty smooth, I shot a wheel bow instinctive for 10 years before I went to a sight, hopfully it doesnt take me to long to start hitting what Im looking at.
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Re: new to traditonal, first bow on the way
« Reply #7 on: November 07, 2011, 07:05:00 PM »
You should fall right back into it since you have previous experience with instinctive shooting.  Where you may need to focus is on form and release and strengthening your back muscles.  That Silvertip ain't no compound and won't draw like one either.  You got a beautiful bow there.  Love those snakeskinned limbs.  Good luck with the bow and the transition.
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Re: new to traditonal, first bow on the way
« Reply #8 on: November 07, 2011, 07:07:00 PM »
What would be some good arrows to order to start out with.
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Offline Big Ed

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Re: new to traditonal, first bow on the way
« Reply #9 on: November 07, 2011, 08:27:00 PM »
Carbons would be my choice due to them being so durable. As far as spine goes you will have to have someone determine your draw length.And go from there.What was your draw on the compound?
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Re: new to traditonal, first bow on the way
« Reply #10 on: November 07, 2011, 08:36:00 PM »
Welcome!

Best of luck!!

Terrific 1st bow!!!
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Offline legends1

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Re: new to traditonal, first bow on the way
« Reply #11 on: November 07, 2011, 11:20:00 PM »
Welcome to Tradgang!
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Re: new to traditonal, first bow on the way
« Reply #12 on: November 08, 2011, 12:14:00 AM »
My draw length on a compound is 29"
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Re: new to traditonal, first bow on the way
« Reply #13 on: November 08, 2011, 12:19:00 AM »
Welcome to the Gang!  :wavey:    :campfire:    :archer2:  

and congrats on the new bow
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Re: new to traditonal, first bow on the way
« Reply #14 on: November 08, 2011, 12:42:00 AM »
I have never shot a Silvertip but from what I have read on this site I would conclude that thaey are very good bows!

Welcome to the fun side!

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Offline Jim Wright

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Re: new to traditonal, first bow on the way
« Reply #15 on: November 08, 2011, 10:45:00 AM »
Your draw with your new bow will probably be around 27" (have it checked to be sure) which should put your draw weight at around 44/45 lbs., I.M.O. a very good weight to begin and not a bad one to stay with. I would try a .600 or .500 spine carbon and a 1916 or 2016 aluminum should be close. If you do not have the advantage of someone knowledgable to help you set-up arrows, a great book with a section on arrow selection written in layman's terms is Anthony Camera's "Shooting The Stickbow". You can always post here as well, there are many savy guys willing to help.
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Re: new to traditonal, first bow on the way
« Reply #16 on: November 08, 2011, 11:13:00 AM »
Let the adventure and legacy begin
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Re: new to traditonal, first bow on the way
« Reply #17 on: November 08, 2011, 11:23:00 AM »
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I am new to traditional archery, I have been shooting with training wheels for 22 years. I just traded a bear carnage for a schafer silvertip longbow. I cant wait to get the silvertip and fling a few arrows. Are silvertips pretty good longbows,
You done good..Congrats!
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Re: new to traditonal, first bow on the way
« Reply #18 on: November 08, 2011, 11:28:00 AM »
WELCOME  :wavey:  Now the fun begins  :archer2:
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Re: new to traditonal, first bow on the way
« Reply #19 on: November 08, 2011, 11:29:00 AM »
Another Kentucky boy, I like it. If the Shafer LB is anything like their recurves you have started at the top. Good trade and...

Welcome from Kentucky!
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