I want to start practicing archery, but I've never done it before. Which bow/ arrows/ equipment would you recommend? I'm a 5'8" woman.
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If you're looking specifically at traditional archery (meaning recurve or longbow) I would go to any local sport shop and pick up a bow with a roughly 30pound draw weight. This bow here has the right price but I would say that it's for an advanced shooter with experience with more exotic bows. PSE makes one that's a nice entry level bow to get you started. Outside of the bow you'll need a archery glove, arrows (any cheap target arrow should do) and an armguard. Once you've put a few arrows down range and you feel comfortable it will be time to try out heavier weights and more exotic bows like this one. A word of caution, a bow and arrow even at low draw weights is a deadly weapon and should be treated just like a loaded firearm when drawn. Also never ever ever dry fire (release the string without an arrow) any bow.
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As far as compound bows go, this is a really good bow to start off with. It is cheap and easy to practice with
923620
Absolutely! These arrows are perfect for a recurve of that size. Length of arrow is not an issue with a beginner, as long as they are not more than 1/4 the overall-length beyond the draw-length (in this case, up to 8")... longer than that, and they become too difficult to aim/shoot accurately with a low draw-weight. 20# is just fine for shooting these arrows (recommended range is 10-45#). My youngest shoots them from his 10# compound @ 25" draw... all day long!
1001393
I'm shooting Cardon arrows. Go to archery talk and ask. Can't give you any other info
1023247
According to the manufacture discription it should be fine. "Ideal for beginners 8 and up (adult supervision req'd)Designed for young archers new to compound bows"
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This is a starter bow and sized for kids 7 to perhaps 14. A stature such as yours, would merit a bigger and bow with more resistance. Sorry, i don't know enough to make suggestions.
1812810
To be completely honest with you, it is really too light weight of a bow for you. You need to look at something like the diamond infinite edge compound bow. The bodies are all made of a composite material now days. The diamond is a bow that can last you a lifetime. Hope this helps you.
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The kit comes with NASP-standard Genesis 1820 30" alloy arrows (made by Easton Archery). They are very fine arrows :-). You can get those at Dick's Sporting Goods, usually (they don't seem to be in stock via Amazon right now). But any good target arrow of 30" would be fine.
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The crossbow is really good for the price. It's very accurate and shoots pretty good. Well built, easy to put together, and fits both left and right handed shooters. Overall great bow for starters.
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My crossbow shoots at 350fps and it stops the bolts great. Shooting a recurve you probably are well under 300fps so this is overkill and you could just use a standard yellow jacket for compound bows and the arrows will be easier to pull.
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Well Pat, I'm a novice whn it comes to bow hunting, last month I harvest my first doe with the Inferno crossbow at 20 yards n 2 wild pigs. For the money it was a great deal and experience for myself. He should have fun with it. Good luck
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Hey Dylan, That bow is probable gonna be way to easy for you to draw...and too small also. A fellow your size (as I am also) Should be drawing around 30 to 31 inches in draw length....and at least 50 lbs draw weight....I prefer the solocam bow types...the ones with one eccentric cam pulley and one very round pulley...these are very stable bows and tend to stay in tune better than the twin eccentric cam bows do... Just about any brand name would work fine...Matthews, Hoyt, Browning, PSE, Bear. This little bow isnt exactly a toy but feels like one in my hand. I would recommend a Matthews solocam bow for you. Hey Dylan, That bow is probable gonna be way to easy for you to draw...and too small also. A fellow your size (as I am also) Should be drawing around 30 to 31 inches in draw length....and at least 50 lbs draw weight....I prefer the solocam bow types...the ones with one eccentric cam pulley and one very round pulley...these are very stable bows and tend to stay in tune better than the twin eccentric cam bows do... Just about any brand name would work fine...Matthews, Hoyt, Browning, PSE, Bear. This little bow isnt exactly a toy but feels like one in my hand. I would recommend a Matthews... » Read More Hey Dylan, That bow is probable gonna be way to easy for you to draw...and too small also. A fellow your size (as I am also) Should be drawing around 30 to 31 inches in draw length....and at least 50 lbs draw weight....I prefer the solocam bow types...the ones with one eccentric cam pulley and one very round pulley...these are very stable bows and tend to stay in tune better than the twin eccentric cam bows do... Just about any brand name would work fine...Matthews, Hoyt, Browning, PSE, Bear. This little bow isnt exactly a toy but feels like one in my hand. I would recommend a Matthews solocam bow for you. « Show Less
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This bow I bought for my daughter, it's easy for her to pull back and she's ten. I suggest for you to get a big bow. Good luck.
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Your bow should be fine. I think the response concerning the crossbow was a bit "overstated". I'm shooting a 60# compound w/field tips and they went in 3-5 ". I've taken mine apart after more than 2000 shots and recycled the contents into a replacement bag cover which I highly recommend doing! ;0)
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It comes with 2 28" arrows so that's what I got when I bought extras. I think the arrow length depends on the draw weight and your draw length, I tried to look up how your supposed to figure it out but I didn't find much. The 28" have worked fine for me and I'm a 5'6 woman.
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Decent intermediate bow. 55 #'s is very hard to pull back for a recurve, however. I shoot a 70# compound, and I wish I maybe got 45-50# recurve. Great bow though, and easy to take apart.
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I'm new to the sport and purchased this solely for target shooting on my rural property. It is a great beginner bow per the local archery shop reps I spoke with. I would STRONGLY recommend you also order the cocking device. It's very strenuous to load the bolts and well worth the money. You will also want to buy a target. There are many options available from square bags of assorted sizes and densities to game animals (hunting decoy type). Hay or cardboard targets will damage the bolts severely. Also, Amazon has the best prices by far on bolts (arrows) and cases. Lastly, the red dot scope that comes with the bow in some packages is VERY basic. I would definitely upgrade it and pay the few bucks to have it professionally sighted at a local pro shop. Hope this helps.