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Thread: What bow to get

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    What bow to get

    What bow should I get for rabbit/hares im 14 years old (15 in 2 months) im thinking compound bow, thinking of a 55lb one that can be adjusted to 40lb or 60lb would I be able to pull this back ?
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    Take the time to go and visit an archery shop and get some proper advice Ashley.
    A bow needs to be the correct draw length and poundage for you to use it comfortably and get the best from it, and the arrows also have to have the correct spine (stiffness) to suit the bow.
    If you can visit a local club then you may be able to have a go with a few different bows and get a better idea of what will suit you best.
    If you buy a bow without knowing what you actually need first then you will probably buy something unsuitable and end up having to change it, which will end up costing you more money than if you get it right the first time.
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    Archery clubs ? Where are they

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    Type 'Archery Auckland' into Google and there should be plenty for you to start with.

    http://aucklandarchery.org.nz/

    https://advancedarchery.co.nz/

    I would think these two would be good places to start.

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    There's an archery range on Mt Albert, and another in Drury (near the glider club, I think).

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    Try these guys Pine Ridge Archers.
    Theres another one in Massey but I'm not sure of the name

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    Any in chch

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    What bow to get

    Quote Originally Posted by Ash123 View Post
    Any in chch
    Yes

    Have a look on Google and look them up.
    Last edited by Matt2308; 25-12-2015 at 04:05 PM.

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    Look at the NZ Bowhunters Society
    INFO | New Zealand Bowhunters Society
    friendly helpful guys. Will be able to direct you to current shops and probably a club range day around Christchurch.
    In the past, Aimtru had a shop with indoor range in town but may have moved in recent years.

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    There is a field archery club in town:
    Introduction - Canterbury Archers' Society Inc

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    Hope this link can help you choose the bow
    How to Choose a Compound Bow & Buying Guide
    the website help you find the best compound bow, best crossbow, best reucurve bow and spining reel.
    http://hunthacks.com/

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    hey ash, theres an archery club in christchurch.

    About Us - AimTru Archers Club - Christchurch

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    I just got a new Mathews HTR No Cam so will prob sell my Diamond Razor Edge if your interested....your a young fella so maybe you could pay it off or something ? will need to know your draw lenght and its set at 60lb at the mo' for reds but I could get that dropped....
    A silly fuk is better than a serious wank

 

 

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