Beginners Guide to Archery | Buying your FIRST Compound Bow
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 3 ก.ค. 2024
- Ryan goes over the many things to consider when looking to buy a compound bow and accessories. We briefly cover 2022 Mathews Archery & Hoyt Archery bow options, bow sights from Black Gold, Spot Hogg, stabilizers from RamRods, Hamskea & QAD rests, releases by Stans, Carter and arrows from Victory Archery. We also highlight targets from Morrell & Rinehart, and bow cases from Plano, Black Widow and SKB bow cases.
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For my first compound bows I bought shop Ex demo 6 months old top end bows, you save $300 to $400 plus and you still get full warranty. You save enough to buy nearly all the accessories you need. I've always been a great believer in second hand new...👍👍
That’s actually pretty cool that the shop offered that.
@@DeadHeadArchery I guess what really help me was a few marks on the bow from people trying it. When people buy a new bow they want it right out of the box. He told me he'd rather sale it at a loss than not sell it at all. It's maybe not the colour I really wanted but I can live with that...
@@brucescott7023 but at least it got you in the sport.
@@DeadHeadArchery Definitely I'm really enjoying making all different setups of arrows. Learning a massive amount from youtube from people like yourself that use your spare time to help out people like me that are nowhere near a bowshop.. I'm really thankful for every video you share..
@@brucescott7023 That's why we do it Bruce, we want nothing more than to help grow the sport of archery and we feel the best way to do that is share our knowledge with as many people as possible in hopes that it will make at least one person fall in love with it the way we are. Thanks for the comment and always supporting the channel.
I lived in the US and now in Europe, and the one thing i miss the most is costumer service and pro shops, there is no better service than in the US. Keep it up
For sure, nothing beats a pro shop, especially the knowledgeable ones
I had no clue compound bows were so complex! Very informative!
Ya there is definitely a lot to them.
That’s why I use a recurve crossbow. You keep the simplicity and have way more power than a compound bow.
I love the way you explained every detail buddy you were very specific and very proffessional.
I appreciate that! Thank you for watching.
Nailed it! Quick and informative!!
Thanks man, that’s what we were trying to do for all the new archers
i thought it was just a bow? didn’t know there’s a lot of things you can do with it pretty cool man thanks!
oh ya, it's virtually endless. Thanks for the comment.
Thanks for the video, excited to dive deeper 🤘🏼
Glad to hear that Rob
I’m thinking about getting into this next thank you for explaining everything
Glad it was helpful
Great video. Thanks for sharing.
I go in almost the exact opposite thought process as Bruce does. I will buy new ones from a good shop. Get a bow, and accessories. Shop typically will set it all up and take you through the tuning process for the cost of the bow. Really good shops will give you range-time with the purchase of a bow. Really really good shops will actually give you range-time for any purchase. Like 1 hour of range time for each $100 spent. Good for the archer as you get good practice time, and GREAT for the shop as the more time you spend in the shop, the more you're likely to spend. Also, a full range tends to bring more archers back in. Shooting with people is way better than shooting alone in the backyard...
That’s how it is at Willow creek as well, if you buy it from them you get it installed and set for you for free. Thanks for watching and commenting.
The shop in my town gives you 1-3 months of free range time depending on how much you spend of course
@@Bobbydoesarchery That's awesome, that's how it should be.
A bow range???
Since I am new to the subject of arches, I already took all the pertinent notes, thank you for your excellent video and explanation, sad for me that you are so far from my house in Miami
Glad it was helpful!. I'm sure there are reputable shops in your area. Just make sure to ask all the important questions and if you don't get that answers you are looking for, check out another pro shop.
I have an old family Carroll Marauder from the 1970s that I’ve been shooting since I was a teenager. After kids I wanted to pick it back up and start shooting again, but found limb cracks that hadn’t been there before. Pretty heartbroken, but I guess I can move into this century and get a new bow. Thanks for the video, made me actually want to start looking for another bow.
Thank you for watching. Looks like it’s time to hang up the old bow and relish in the memories while you shoot your new bow 😉
Dude this video is awesome, I'm down in San Diego and I'll be stopping by now
We are glad you enjoyed it. You’re going to love the shop.
This is excellent information
Glad it was helpful. Thanks for watching.
Great video, very informative. I have almost no clue about bows and want to get into it. Thanks for the video👏🏼
Glad it was helpful!. Let us know if you end up getting a bow.
Going to be getting my first bow soon. Thank you
That’s awesome! Let us know if we can help answer any other questions you may have.
Thanks for the overview
absolutely!
I hadnt been shooting for almost 20 years, nobody would tell me what to buy. I got lucky and bought a phase 4, trinity rest, spot hogg FE 2 pin and some other bits, I picked pretty good.
Awesome video brother, I am getting into the sport and this video really had alot of useful info.
We love to hear this. Good luck and have fun
Thank you I really appreciate
Hope we could help
This is a great video!
Would it be possible to do a video for target bows???
That’s a great idea, I will get something together and try and get it out in the next month. Thanks for the comment.
We have next to no shops like this where I live in Scotland. Having a bow is legal, but learning anything about this is much harder.
I subscribed. I live in WA State. I hope that I will have the opportunity to stop by your shop. You did a great job. You are trustworthy.
Thanks we appreciate the positive feedback, if you find yourself in the area Willow Creek is a great shop and they’d be stoked to help you out! Thanks for subscribing.
Thank you ❤
Of course
I can sound like a pro when I buy my first bow….thank you
Right on
Would be good to take some of those items out of the package to show what we are looking at. Explanation of detail is key, Thanks
I think we can make a couple videos showing off each item
@@DeadHeadArchery Ok, I will look into it. Thanks.
im currently rewatching the green arrow show i love it. But Archery has seemed to really peek my interest But I dont want to hunting or anything just like practicing with practice targets.
That's awesome Carter, your local pro shop should have options for you to just get into the sport without breaking the bank. Keep in mind you don't need the most expensive stuff to figure out if you like archery or not. Thanks for watching.
I've been a long gun guy. I had no clue about this information. Time for me to do some homework
Oh ya, there’s a lot to archery especially if you’re the type to go down rabbit holes with info 😂
Willow creek is awesome!!!
Yes it is
Cool Ty
you're welcome
I am interested in archery, I did traditional archery as a kid, and as an adult I’d like to get into pistol shooting but it’s difficult where I live to attain a license, so I may fall back into archery again. I’m not a hunter, I’m mostly interested in marksmanship.
you might be interested in getting into target archery then.
@@DeadHeadArchery Any recommendations for a first bow?
I would stick with a ready to shoot package setup. That way you aren't breaking the bank and it will still give you something decent you can go have fun with.@@matthewgallant3622
About to get into this, any new bow recommendations for beginners?
I would recommend trying all the different options that are available. You never know which one will fit you best.
bows have been used for centuries longer than guns yet they seem so much more complicated
Compound bows have a lot more going on than traditional bows. Lucky for us we have plenty of options these days. Pick up a recurve bow if simplicity is what you’re looking for.
Lot of good information Thanks. I'm looking to purchase my first Bow. I want a Bow that I can learn with and also take that same Bow to the woods and hunt also. I'm a Truck driver who travels the South and South Eastern U.S. from Houston - Dallas area to Florida - North Carolina area. What stores can you recommend that would give me the service and advice that you have given in this video?
Not sure what’s good and not on the east coast but I would recommend a pro shop over a big box store. Ask lots of questions, if they are knowledgeable then they’ll be able to answer you. Also don’t feel obligated to buy and test shoot ALWAYS before you buy. If they don’t want you test shooting find another store.
@@DeadHeadArchery
Than you.
@@alexander61516 Not a problem, let us know if you have questions in the future
I'm right eye dominant but pull with my left hand which bow do I need left or right handed
You need a right handed bow.
Good👍
Thank you
Honestly I still have my genesis bow from like 10 years ago. I want to upgrade it to something with a 30-40 draw strength but i am sadly pretty poor so I can't spend more than 100 on it
I’m getting my first bow tomorrow I’m getting a Mathews mission radik
Did you get the bow?
What are your thoughts on Diamond bows?
They are great for first timers, adjustability is awesome. I would recommend buying it and investing in higher end components
I bought my pse bow for $40 at a pawn shop, it is a much older style though
Ima pull up on you after some moto at perris, im getting into archery , these dang guns are getting harder to enjoy😂
Guns are fun, but archery is better. 🤙🏻
So im height 4'11 what size bow would i need? Id like to get into bow hunting
The best first step is to visit your local archery shop and get yourself measured to find your proper draw length. Then I would suggest looking at a bow that’s within your budget (something mid range always offers great value) and start with a very comfortable draw weight. You can always increase your draw weight as you progress. Thanks for watching the channel and we wish you the best! Happy shooting!
Thanks for america for giving the world the compound bow God's blessings from the uk
I've shot a few recurve bows but have never tried a compound bow since I'm a left-handed shooter and everyone I know is right-handed. I'm very interested in getting a compound bow and have looked at brands like Matthews, Hoyt, and PSE. I'm not aiming for the most high-end option, but I do want a good quality bow. I'm 6'5", and some people have mentioned that I'll need a longer axle-to-axle bow. Unfortunately, where I live in California, there aren't any bow shops nearby like the one in this video, except for Bass Pro Shop or ones that are a 4+ hour drive away. Does anyone have any suggestions?
What part of California are you in you from?
What's the best affordable bow all new Hunter
It’s all gonna depend on your price range, but I would recommend a package type setup to start with.
Okay, this video isn’t beginner enough for me. How do you determine your draw length, peep, etc? I know what those mean, but I just bought my first bow today from a buddy, I have no idea how to determine what I need to do to start out!
So most of that should be done at pro shop but to get you started with a ballpark on your draw length, measure your wingspan and divide that by 2.5. Peep height should be measured when you’re at full draw so you can align the peep housing with your sight housing. Hope this helps and let me know if you have any more questions. Thanks for watching our video 🙏
@@DeadHeadArchery okay perfect! I wonder if there are any pro shops in Oklahoma City that will help you set up your bow for a price. Looks like I need to call around tomorrow.
Eventually I’ll upgrade and will go to a pro shop to get fitted correctly. I definitely appreciate this video, it’s put me on the right path. Thanks.
@@SomeGuyFromOK there has to one around there I’m sure. It shouldn’t cost more than $20-$30
@@DeadHeadArchery I found one. Thank you for steering me in the right direction!
@@SomeGuyFromOK not a problem my friend.
Im getting a small random interest in archery since im like 25 and all I do is work and sorta want a hobby but like also I dont exactly have much money 😅 but this seems pretty solid. I do wanna save for my first bow but worry this taste for freedom/a hobby could just be a passing feeling
If you get dialed in correctly from the start at a reputable shop, and shoot at a comfortable draw weight, your going to have a great baseline. The more you practice the more you will see results, which brings enjoyment. We are addicted!
I’ve been looking for years for a compound bow store dedicated for this.
Well if you’re in the So Cal area, stop on by.
As a beginner to learn should I go recurve or compound bow to learn the archery shop in my area that does lessons says they start off beginners on recurve bows is there a reason for that I’m only gonna do target shooting so isn’t a compound bow good to learn on ?
Just depends on what you’re looking to get out of your personal archery experience, traditional bows and recurve bows can be very enjoyable to shoot. If accuracy and reaching further yardages is your main goal, you can achieve this much easier and quicker with a modern compound bow using a bow sight. A good archery shop should be able to get you on target with a compound bow on your first range session.
Whatever you choose you can practice to be good with any bow, you can’t deny modern tech on compound bows though and the benefits they provide.
@@DeadHeadArcherythank you for answering me and all your advice keep up the great videos
Sadly Abilene Texas doesn't have a big pro shop.
Is a diamond bowtech Edge XT good to buy?
That's a great starter bow for sure
@@DeadHeadArchery what about the diamond edge 320 R.AK
Is it possible for shipping to Indonesia?
that would be tough
I live near La, Iv done a lot a if searching and there dosnt seem to be a good shop anyware near me :/
Willow creek in Temecula isn’t far away
@@DeadHeadArchery Thats a 2 hour drive for me
@@diamondly6250 just make a day of it.
Dumb question but would a bass pro shop be a bad place to buy a bow?
It really depends on who is working there. They tend to have ppl just filling the archery department spot and not someone who is knowledgeable in archery. Give it a shot just be careful.
@@DeadHeadArcherybass pro/cabelas can be pretty intimidating when you don’t know what your looking for, usually 1 guy knows his stuff and can be helpful but the employees and the bass pro in Vaughn, Ontario. are unknowledgeable diversity hires that don’t know anything about hunting/fishing or anything outdoors
@@shnooglebut That sucks. In that case I would recommend finding a nearby pro shop to visit. Try calling them first and ask questions that way.
Does my $1000 bow come with a free hat lol? Going to go in next Saturday and look at a PSE Evo xf33
I think they all should
You think walking into a bow shop with only $500 is worth it ?
100%
Ive had my eye on this barnett vortex at dicks ... is that a rook move not buying from an archery shop? Dicks original price was 229 cut down to 109 ... i want a reliable bow. Strong. Long lasting. How much do i have to spend in order to own a reliable bow?
The hood thing about buying from a shop is that you get the service and knowledge of the bow techs. You don’t really get that from employees at big box stores. You can buy a mid level package bow and be out the door anywhere from $500 to $700. If you are looking to save even more $$ then look for a bow that an archery shop has on consignment.
@@DeadHeadArchery very true. Thanks you. I appreciate it
Is 400 dollars a good starting point?
Yes, there are options at that price point. Mainly recurves but you might find a compound for that price.
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@@DeadHeadArchery Question…Do you also deal in cross bows?
@@caliveteranOIF like does the shop sell crossbows? Yes they do. Have I shot one? No not yet.
@@DeadHeadArchery Thank you
What if I live in hawaii?
I’m sure there are shops on the island. If not, next time you make your way to the mainland stop by so cal and come into the shop.
@Dead Head Archery lol never left the rock but planning to. Thanks man
1700 dollars just for the bow!!!
Damn thats depressing...
Guess im not learning to hunt then
That’s what a carbon bow will cost, the top of the line aluminum bows are all in the 1k range
I just got my first comp bow a Bear legit 400$
Show what you're talking about
For the beginner’s guide it already complicated from the very beginning. And not much info about how to choose a bow and what to look at except price tag
Thank you for watching. It depends on what you want that determines what bow you get. We are just trying to show ppl everything involved when you buy your first bow.
How is this a beginner guide
It’s to help beginners know what to expect when they buy their first bow and hopefully not be overwhelmed with all the options.
You have really over complicated what is a simple process.Our shop is in Hagerstown Md . Come here for your first bow and i we will have you shooting without taking out a loan.
Infomercial. Lame. Way to promote your interests.
I'm 15 miles north of Temecula, I don't have Temecula money🤣. Is it possible to find something for about $350 to be able to go out and shoot? Will it be lethal?
as far as a compound goes, not really. you could be out the door with a recurve setup for that amount. It is still lethal but takes much more practice and patience. I think the cheapest compound setup you can get would be the BEAR Legit for $450, $550 w/ arrows, around $600 out the door after tax. Hope this helps and thanks for watching the video.
Yes