hello, my daughter want to learn how to shoot a bow.(she's 15&amp; I'm 44) is this a good starter kit for the both of us? I know nothing about them.
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She should be able to pull back the 24lb bow, and if you want to use it will be really light for you. One thing before you purchase is you need to find out which eye dominance you two have. If you're both left eye dominant, you can share a left handed bow. If right, then share a right handed one. If you're opposite, which you could be, then you can both use the same bow but it will be much more difficult to aim/less comfortable for one of you. Also, be patient because Katniss trained for a while to get that good and Legolas is elven...
1619602
It depends on the age but it is definitely a simple yet accurate bow and at a great price. The 55-70# is perfect for me but I know someone small or not as strong may struggle with the initial pull back.
252980
My 18 year old daughter likes the bow alot. She is a new hunter to bow hunting so we are not sure yet how she will love it. I have been shooting this bow with her and I like it. Of coarse the arrows are not the greatest but they are good for practicing. We have had alot of fun with this bow so far.
1633691
My 10yr old daughter is able to draw and shoot it without any problems. It's a good beginner bow.
617410
I bought this for my daughter who was 8 last Christmas. It was perfect for her. It shoots 30 to 50 feet. It is a real bow, just sized for a child. Hold this helps.
2195195
Yes i beleive that these bows are made well and shoot very good. The only trick is, is to be sure that you cock the string equally or your arrow will fly off scope. Also be sure to read the instructions when assembling. I am 19 and love to shoot it.
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I got this for an 8 yr old girl who is very athletic. It was very appropriate for her, and it's not one of those junky toys. I'd say it's too much for a 5 year old...they aren't as coordinated at that age. I did see several other archery sets on Amazon that would probably work for a 5 yr old...much simpler and easier to use.
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I am not an expert, but did purchase this bow for my 10 year old grandson who is also a beginner. I think you would still need some guidance from someone who has used a bow to be sure you follow safety rules and to help you get a good start in this sport. My grandson loved his gift and his father provided the guidance and a safe place to practice.
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Age 16, girl, beginner - perfect bow! Get some extra arrows as they are easily lost and are not very stout to start with. Best wishes! Bruce. (don't discard the sight that is embedded in the cardboard that is entangled within the bow strings.) Throw nothing away until you have used the sight! :-) BTW this is a serious bow, you could kill with this (with broadheads - a deer)
2062009
I do not think your 9 year old would be too old for this bow set. I bought 2 for my children ages 4 and 7. They use it often and enjoy it and I have to say I also have used it and enjoyed it too. I would think she would really enjoy it.
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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.
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The bow is for basic learning designed for small kids. It teaches basic skills but has no power for hunting or even being used for distant target practice. I would go to any store that sells bows and see if you are strong enough to pull back and hold 25lbs. If you can I would buy a more powerful adjustable bow. If you can't this bow is for you.
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It has a cheap arrow rest that needs super glued in place and you need a soft target to shoot it at. A tight target will cause the arrows with target heads to bounce off due to the low poundage of the bow. It could work for a year or 2 for her, but I would consider a better bow if she likes to shoot. This bow is easy to outgrow.
2062006
Yes - this bow will quickly become too small for a 9 year old girl, or will be too small right from the start. Check the bear archery website, the youth bow section. You'd probably be better off getting the 'Wizard', which is the exact same bow but longer. This matters most because of the DRAW LENGTH. This one is very short - only 16" - which means she can only pull back about 16" before the bow "stacks up" or becomes impractical to pull back further. This forces bad form and bad shooting. The difference in price will be near negligible, so go ahead and get the right size, if there is even a small chance that archery will be more than a passing fancy for your daughter. Yes - this bow will quickly become too small for a 9 year old girl, or will be too small right from the start. Check the bear archery website, the youth bow section. You'd probably be better off getting the 'Wizard', which is the exact same bow but longer. This matters most because of the DRAW LENGTH. This one is very short - only 16" - which means she can only pull back about 16" before the bow "stacks up" or becomes impractical to pull back further. This forces bad form and bad shooting. The difference in price will be near negligible, so go ahead and get the right... » Read More Yes - this bow will quickly become too small for a 9 year old girl, or will be too small right from the start. Check the bear archery website, the youth bow section. You'd probably be better off getting the 'Wizard', which is the exact same bow but longer. This matters most because of the DRAW LENGTH. This one is very short - only 16" - which means she can only pull back about 16" before the bow "stacks up" or becomes impractical to pull back further. This forces bad form and bad shooting. The difference in price will be near negligible, so go ahead and get the right size, if there is even a small chance that archery will be more than a passing fancy for your daughter. « Show Less
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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"
1475352
It might be small for a 14 and 17 year old. I think a bear apprentice might be better. It is a great beginer bow for older youth and young adults.
658146
Unless the arrow has a rubber stopper on it no children under 16 years of age should be allowed to shoot a real bow without supervision. I have purchased some of the "dull" or bullet point arrows for my 9 y/o twin granddaughters. They bounce off anything other that a foam target. Again the important thing is SUPERVISION FOR CHILDREN.