firmbuttgntl Suspended 11931 Posts user info edit post |
I don't know much about bows, but this is a present for a friend. If someone has one or could recommend what to get, I'd appreciate it.
Also, I'm willing to buy arrows w/it. 5/3/2007 6:49:27 PM |
Stonerman All American 672 Posts user info edit post |
You really ought to have him/her go to an archery shop and get "fitted". Hight really plays a factor on draw length... It's not one-size fits all kinda thing... Took some time to find the right one, and then of course there is tuning... 5/3/2007 8:41:43 PM |
quagmire02 All American 44225 Posts user info edit post |
people are bringing up good points:
1.) what does s/he want it for? actually to use (and then, hunting or target) or for looks (ren faire costume or something) 2.) if s/he is planning on using it, without a doubt you should at least go to a store and get fitted for it...height (and draw) determine weight and that's very important...you don't need to buy it there, but you should at least get a professional (or, at least, someone knowledgeable) to fit them 3.) once s/he is fitted, and if they are going to use it (i would assume for targets, at least at first), i would STRONGLY suggest KAP archery products (w&w)
http://kap-archery.com/e_main.html http://www.win-archery.com/
KAP is korean, but, in my opinion, make some of the best value equipment out there...PSE (http://www.pse-archery.com/) is also very good in terms of value...PSE is a lot easier to buy in the states, but there are a couple of places online that sell KAP (it's sold largely in europe)
i've bought stuff from lancaster archery before (http://www.lancasterarchery.com/) as they sell KAP/w&w
i would imagine that if you're looking for something to start out with without spending $texas, you're going to want to get a recurve for targets...here, for example is one that is a GREAT starter bow with limbs if you're just starting out (http://www.lancasterarchery.com/shop/product_info.php?cPath=22_24_32&products_id=6570)...it's $100 (and i linked to the 68" one)...granted, it has a polymer riser, which i would not suggest for anyone but those wondering if they're even going to like archery, but it's a solid entry setup
check out that site once you know what you're looking for...i've seen so many people want to do archery, spend the money, and then let it sit in their closet for me to suggest spending $200+ on even an entry-level setup 5/3/2007 11:17:58 PM |