Field archers are a varied bunch with different bow and arrow preferences. I shoot barebow recurve, off the shelf, but no matter what style you prefer, having excellent arrows is key to accurate shooting. You can string up a stick and if you shoot top-grade arrows off it that are the appropriate weight & length to the power of the bow you’ll probably get better … Continue reading Carbon Arrow Review – Linkboy 400 Spine (2 Varieties)
This piece explores the integration of Zen concepts and archery, emphasizing the potential of Zen to enhance focus, balance, mindfulness and harmony in the sport. The author compares traditional Japanese Kyudo (“Zen Archery”) and Western archery, offering strategies for incorporating Zen principles into personal archery practice. Despite drawing its roots from Buddhism, Zen is deemed universally applicable, acting as a pathway to a richer, more immersive archery experience rather than a tool solely aimed at improving scores. Continue reading Zen Archery – Shoot Without Thought
To “cant” (which rhymes with “ant”) your bow is the act of deliberately tilting it at a slight sideways angle when shooting, instead of keeping it completely vertical. Whether to cant your bow or keep it vertical is one of the most hotly debated topics in archery. I have witnessed otherwise normally placid individuals become irked by the very discussion. Compound bow shooters who choose … Continue reading You Can’t Cant Your Bow! – Can You?
