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Offline Slackbunny

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Re: My First Bow.
« Reply #15 on: July 27, 2013, 12:24:19 pm »
Great job on your first bow. It only gets better from here on out. You'll notice significant improvement with each one you make.

As far as form goes, I prefer a wider stance with my knees bent more, but like many others have said, its a personal thing. The key points are to keep a consistent anchor, keep your drawing arm in line with the arrow, and don't lock any of your joints.

"Become the Arrow" by Byron Ferguson is a good book when it comes to addressing form. He breaks it down clearly and concisely, and leaves room for individual preference and different body types. I'd recommend that book any day of the week.

Offline Josh B

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Re: My First Bow.
« Reply #16 on: July 27, 2013, 07:59:09 pm »
Not too shabby!  Especially for a first!  Josh

Offline turtle

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Re: My First Bow.
« Reply #17 on: July 27, 2013, 08:25:20 pm »
Looks a lot better than my first. If you hook your scale directly to the bow string and the rope from the pulley to the other end of the scale you will always get a true reading.
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Offline Arrowind

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Re: My First Bow.
« Reply #18 on: July 27, 2013, 10:29:04 pm »
Good job!  You are on your way now.  You will learn something from everyone you build!
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