Archery for Noguns

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Self bump. Also this is the compound bow I would be buying
http://www.cabelas.com/product/hunting/archery/bows/compound-bows%7C/pc/104791680/c/104693580/sc/104235480/i/103967280/infinite-edge-pro-black-ops-package/1943472.uts#tabsCollection

Go buy a nice crossbow, sights and handling like a gun, less training needed to become proficient

>>34871921
I enjoy compound more but shoot both it's preference in the end. Go to an archery shop to get set up so they can show you a thing or 2 and fit the bow to your body it's not one size fits all.

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>>34872105
That bow is garbage get a used Mathews or Hoyt that's 2012 and up if you want a compound. Samick or Hoyt for a recurve even PSE.

>>34872180
The downside to the crossbow iguess is that it is illegal to hunt with them in Mass (where i own land) unless you get a doctors note saying you are disabled in such a way that you cannot use traditional archery equipment. That and it looks like a good crossbow is a bit more than I want to spend on a hobby im only just getting back into.

>>34872242
You can't hunt with them? That's incredibly stupid. They should prevent overhunting with bag limits not by forcing you to use arcane methods.

>>34872201
Thats good to know. I tend to be dimensionally average as far as Americans go, so im used to things fitting me. Ill go to the local indoor range to get further advice.
>>34872224
I did read a review that talked about the bolts in one of the cams coming loose and causing a catastrophic failure

>>34872266
Massachusetts is a great state, but the legislature makes me so frustrated. We're the state of Isaac Davis goshdarnit.

>>34872298
A cam coming off while at full draw and a string next to your face is reason to worry.

>>34871921
If you have never used a bow I would suggest starting with the lowest draw strength they offer until you become proficient then buy the heavier draw for the recurve you have posted.

>>34872393
the review said the bow exploded when he released the string. I'd imagine just about any failure would suck though. Thats why I dont own a glock in .40.
Im leaning towards the above recurve if only because fewer moving parts will surely mean greater durability, and if I get really into the sport I can always upgrade.

>>34872475
I've been taught to use bows through various summer camps, but its been like 8-9 years. a month ago I went to a ren-faire and they had an archery range and I managed to hit my target with all of my arrows using a 35lb draw bow. The options for the bow Im considering are 40, 45, and 50. I went with 50 because I can always get gains and be better, but should I back down? If i were to hunt I'd probably be going after wild turkeys. Is 40lbs enough draw weight to fuck up a turkey?

>>34872552
>40lbs kill a turkey

Prpbably would

>should I back down?

Well you can always buy what you want and if it works for you then great. If not, just order the 40s. I suggested a lower weight so you can focus on proper form and muscle memory before going towards your hunting setup.

>>34872621
Ill take your advice here. It has been a while and i really should work on my form.