LET YOUR NEW BOW CHOOSE YOU
If you haven’t set foot in an archery pro shop in more than five years, you’re in for a shock. The quality of the compound bows from a plethora of manufacturers is so much better than it was back then it’s staggering. All of the major bow makers hype their products, and unless you are a hands-on bow freak who shoots new bows every year it’s hard to fully comprehend how good they all are.
That makes shopping for a new bow somewhat daunting. Where and how do you start? I’m sure that someplace you have read the usual advice on how to choose a new hunting compound bow. Rest assured the following is not the same old advice you’ve read before.
Before getting started, here are some common mistakes you can easily avoid when bow shopping.
1. Don’t Run Out “Cold Turkey”
Like any major purchase, you need to do your homework. Start with the various manufacturers’ websites. Get a feel for what’s available, and just as importantly, what new features are being hyped.
2. Don’t Buy Sight Unseen
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