best place to try bows?

[solobowhunter]

I'm in the market for a new bow but would really like to try out some different models.  There are some great bowyers out there.  Are there any trad gatherings in my area(GA/SC border) where a guy could possibly get to shoot several different models?

[reddogge]

ETAR at Denton Hill, PA.

[macbow]

You'd still have to go across state but the pre spring fling,at Tannehill state park in Alabama.
The will be many vendors,with bows. Lots of used bows also towards the end of Feb.

[nineworlds9]

The classifieds?  LOL. Worked for me.

[solobowhunter]

Thanks for the responses.  I have checked out the classifieds and have seen a couple that looked very tempting. I'm just a little apprehensive about buying a bow I've never tried.

[Jerry Russell]

Here is the near future Georgia schedule with a bit from surrounding states. If you make any of these events there will be tons of bows to shoot and even more great folks to meet.

February 16, 2013
Traditional Bowhunters of Ga, (TBG)
Central Zone Shoot
Culledon, Ga
directions & info:     http://forum.gon.com/showthread.php?t=735216    
Danny Beckwith Coordinator

February 17, 2013
YOF, Primitive & Traditional 3D Shoot
Crossville, TN
directions & info:  www.traditionalarchers.webs.com

February 17, 2013
TRAILS monthly shoot
Dexter, GA
The club is located approximately 1/4 mile north of Hwy. 338 on Dublin-Eastman Road in Dexter, GA.

February 22-24, 2013
Compton's Bowhunters & Pre Spring Arrow Fling
Tannehill State Park, Al
Hosted by Allsouth Archery Association & Compton Traditional Bowhunters.
Terry Harris
[email protected]
205-822-3563

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March 1-3, 2013
TBOF (Traditional Bowhunters of Florida)
State Championship Shoot
Silver Springs, Fl
Gregg Dudley
 www.tbof.org

March 2, 2013
NGT (North Georgia Traditional) Banquet
Ryans
Dawsonville, GA
See this thread for more information:     http://forum.gon.com/showthread.php?t=734631    

March 3, 2013
NGT (North Georgia Traditional) 3D Shoot
see post #2 for Information and Directions
Hosts: Roger Boykin and Charlie Mitchell
    http://www.freewebs.com/ngtarchery/    

March 9, 2013
South Ga Traditional and Primitive 3D Shoot
371 Poole Rd.
Ellaville, Ga 31806

March 9-10
ASTB Spring Rendezvous
Brierfield Ironworks
Brierfield, AL

March 9-10
1st Annual Georgia-Lina Traditional Championship
Qualifying Dates - casual registration $ 15 entry
Trenton, SC at Aiken Archery Club

March 16-17, 2013
Traditional Bowhunters of Georgia, (TBG),
State Shoot
The Rock Ranch, The Rock, GA
Coordinator: Ken Purdy, TBG President

March 17, 2013
YOF, Primitive & Traditional 3D Shoot
Crossville, TN
directions & info:  www.traditionalarchers.webs.com

March 17, 2013
TRAILS Monthly Shoot
Dexter, GA
The club is located approximately 1/4 mile north of Hwy. 338 on Dublin-Eastman Road in Dexter, GA.

March 23-24
1st Annual Georgia-Lina Traditional Championship
Qualifying Dates - casual registration $ 15 entry
Trenton, SC at Aiken Archery Club

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April 7, 2013
NGT (North Georgia Traditional) 3D Shoot
see post #2 for Information and Directions
Hosts: to be determined
    http://www.freewebs.com/ngtarchery/    

April 13, 2013
South Ga Traditional and Primitive 3D Shoot
371 Poole Rd.
Ellaville, Ga 31806

April 19-20
North Carolina Traditional Archery Rendezvous – NCTAR
Maiden, NC

April 20
1st Annual Georgia-Lina Traditional Championship
Championship - 9am shotgun start $15 entry
Trenton, SC at Aiken Archery Club
NOTE: You must win your way into this shoot by placing in one of the qualifiers in March.

April 21, 2013
YOF, Primitive & Traditional 3D Shoot
Crossville, TN
directions & info:  www.traditionalarchers.webs.com

April 21, 2013
TRAILS Monthly Shoot
Dexter, GA
The club is located approximately 1/4 mile north of Hwy. 338 on Dublin-Eastman Road in Dexter, GA.

April 27-28, 2013
ASTB Spring Rendezvous
Children's Hospital Benefit 3-D Tournament
Tannehill State Park

[nineworlds9]

That was meant tongue in cheek really.  Ideally find other trad bow shooters in town or at a meet or shoot and if you're polite or meet some vendors you'll have a chance to try some bows.  Deals on the classifieds are great if you have some play money.  You can often get bows second hand that easily cost double or more new.  Just aim to get a bow as close to your desired specs as possible.

[gregg dudley]

Come see us, Mike!  We generally have 18-20 (or more) vendors and we aren't that bad of a drive for you.

 

[Gator1]

Now there is a nice list of events

I would attend one of the shoots test bows first hand a little bit of traveling expense is well worth it in the long run

Good luck

[solobowhunter]

Thanks for the info everyone.  I have a Grizzly I got off that auction site.  I'm shooting it pretty well but I've really got a hankering to own a good quality custom bow.  I have had the opportunity to shoot a couple of custom bows and there is a definite difference from what I'm shooting now.  I think I need to just relax and take my time, the right bow will probably find me!

[Doc Nock]

BEst place to try bows?

At a range!        

Seriously, I think you answered your own question.

Shoot a bow light enough to build good, good form, consistency is key...Study the forums here for that, and then, once you're doing the right things right--REGULARLY...worry about a better bow!

Otherwise, the cart precedes the horse

[Bow man]

Originally posted by solobowhunter:
Thanks for the info everyone.  I have a Grizzly I got off that auction site.  I'm shooting it pretty well but I've really got a hankering to own a good quality custom bow.  I have had the opportunity to shoot a couple of custom bows and there is a definite difference from what I'm shooting now.  I think I need to just relax and take my time, the right bow will probably find me!

You are correct you will know the right bow when you touch and shoot it. As been said the best place to see bows is get to the largest event you can with a lot of vendors. Next week in Alabama, in Baltimore in May or denton hill in July all would be great trips for you to make