Starter's Guide To Bow Hunting - Preparing For Your First Hunting Trip!
There are a lot of things to know before stepping into the field on your first bow hunting trip. A lot of people come to the sport knowing someone who can teach them the basic guidelines, but others must teach themselves. A lot of research will be necessary and there are some guidelines to know before even stepping into the store to buy your first bow.
Some people buy under the misconception that it is best to have the heaviest bow they can use. This is definitely not the case. It is essential for a bow to feel good in a hunter's hands; otherwise he won't get true shots, or won't use the bow at all due to discomfort. The only time it is good to use the heaviest bow possible is when hunting for big game, such as elk, ox, or bear. A strong bow can also be used in 3-D tournaments when using very fast arrows and a flat trajectory. Otherwise, when hunting whitetail, turkey, and even small black bear, using a compound bow in the 50 pound weight range is the best choice. This size can put an arrow all the way through the target, while still being comfortable for most hunters to handle. The only exception to this is when using recurve bows, in which they require a larger weight. Women usually prefer a bow in the 45 pound range.
The most important factor when choosing a bow is finding one that fits the individual hunter. Bows are not one size fits all, and different types and brands will all fit differently. Be sure that it is comfortable in your hands. It should feel balanced in your grip, and you should be able to pull the bow at it's draw weight comfortably. Many hunters use bows that are too heavy for them; they assume that the bow will either loosen up, or that their muscles will develop more when using it. Using a bow that is too heavy can throw off your shot and ruin your accuracy. Another important thing to do when shopping for a bow is to browse around. A name brand bow isn't always the best choice for every hunter. Choosing a reputable brand with good construction is important but be sure to browse around too. Spend what you can afford, and buy the bow that is best for you.
The last suggestion for newcomers to bow hunting is to shop at an outfitter with an archery expert. An experienced hunter who knows his way around bows is often able to make a good decision, but a newcomer needs some guidance when making his first investment. The archery expert will be your number one resource in regards to buying your first bow.
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what are the best carbon arrows for me?
i shoot a PSE vengence set at 60 lbs. i have a 29' draw length. i have always shot aluminum arrows, mainly because of price, but im going to invest in carbon this year. they will be used for bow hunting whitetails with a 100 grain fixed head, muzzy, bear, i want zwickys but i dont think they come in 100 grain. any helpful info will be appreciated, and please no BS.
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I have a few questions regarding bow speeds (FPS), sights, and rests.?
Please answer all or any of the questions.
First a little history:
I have been bow hunting whitetail for 4 years, gun hunting whitetail for 5. My bows IBO is 284 fps and I believe its AMO is like 230 fps.
Now I know that I can kill a deer at 30 yards (because I shot an 8 pointer last week at 30 yards) but right now I have 4 pins and I am still an amature at guessing yardage from a treestand so i want to get down to 1 or maybe 2 pins, so i want speed. I killed that 8 on a second shot because i missed the first shot due to innacurate guessing of yardage.
1.) How fast (fps) does my bow have to be to shoot one pin out to 30 yards. Now I do understand that because of my bow's lower IBO speed (compared to newer bows) I will be a few inches high at 20 yards and a few inches low at 30 yards.
2.) Can you tell me the aporximate speed of my bow in fps?
Here is my set up:
browning fusion II (if anyone has this bow or has info on this bow it would be greatly appreciated if you told me)
IBO 284
AMO 224
53 lbs of draw weight (can go up to 60, how much fps I gian if i cranked it up to #60?)
28"draw (how much fps would i gain if i put my bow at 30" with my release if have enough leeway to shoot at 28" and 30")
i use a release
whisker biscuit knock-off for a rest (how much fps would i gain if I switched to a prong rest)
carbon 270 grain arrows
125 grain broadheads
three 4" fletchings
peep sight
4 pin fixed sight
what is your take on pendalum sights
pros/cons
success/horror stories
will they work well with the speed of my bow
i have heard that bow with lower speeds like mine do not work well with pendalum sights.
again any other recomendations for changes in bow set up?
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What compound bow should I buy?
I'm a 15 year old guy. I'll be 16 in November and I will be getting a job soon and I want to save up for a compound bow for next hunting season but really I'm at a loss, there are so many types of compounds out there that I don't know where to begin to look. You can imagine Ive never shot a compound bow before but next year I want to bow hunt whitetails. (I live in New York) So if any bowhunters are reading this plz tell me what is a good compound bow to start off with. I'm not sure how much I can draw back, (definitely no more than 50lbs.). Also I'm looking to spend $250, With $300 being the absolute maximum. Thx so much for any help at all.
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can you hunt alone in michigan at the age of 16?
Hi im 16, and i was just wondering since its 2 days away from opening season, and i wanted to know if i could go out and bow hunt whitetail deer alone in michigan. any answers would be greatly appreciated thanks for your help, in advance. :)
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How bad is it to smoke while hunting?
My neighbor and I bow hunt whitetail deer behind a home in a subdivision. This home has about 10 acres and a creek running through it. It's beautiful. Anyway, my neighbor is always coughing and sniffling. I have actually seen him smoke in the woods. He claims that these deer are used to people and they wouldn't be bothered by the sounds and the noise. We have shot two deer so far this season, both times, the smoker wasn't there.
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