Longbows?
Nostradamus
start at 29# to 55# should get and what length 54" to 68"
Miss Elaine Eos
Nostradamus <nostrad...@sbcglobal.net> wrote:
> should i have been thinking about getting a longbow but what poundage
> start at 29# to 55# should get and what length 54" to 68"
You have been thinking about getting a longbow, and you're wondering
what poundage -- and you've been considering 29# to 55# -- is that about
right?
If you're just starting, it's very important to not get a bow that's too
"heavy" for you, as it will encourage you to develop bad habits that
will be quite difficult to break, later. So get a lightweight bow. A
way to tell if a bow is too strong for you is:
* Sit in a chair with your feet off the floor (stick your legs out, if
you have to.)
* While seated, feet off the floor, draw and hold the bow for 5 seconds.
You should be able to do this without struggling. If you find it
difficult, try a lower-poundage bow.
After you have been shooting for a few months (or, perhaps, 8-10 weeks,
if you shoot every day and are in good shape), you are likely to find
that you can use a higher poundage bow. For this reason, many people
start with an inexpensive "learning" bow to practice their form, then
sell or give it to a friend who is just starting when they are ready for
their "real" bow.
Your local archery shop will be able to guide you in these and related
matters.
How long of a longbow you want is personal preference. Personally, my
traditional is a recurve which, when set on my toes, goes up to about my
nose, which is a good height. Long bows typically go up to the top of
one's head.
Stop by the local archery shop and ask if you can try a few of their
bows. They should be ok with that; the thing you should really focus on
is whether or not the bow "fits" you and "feels right" in your hands.
If not, this will also contribute to poor form.
Good form is important when you're starting, because it will help you
achieve better results, which makes the sport more fun, which helps you
practice more, which leads to better results, etc...
Enjoy!
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