http://www.archery-interchange.net/forum/ en Tue, 07 Sep 2010 19:38:11 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.archery-interchange.net/forum/images/misc/rss.jpg http://www.archery-interchange.net/forum/ http://www.archery-interchange.net/forum/recurve-bow-discussion-q/28752-sight-marks.html Tue, 07 Sep 2010 15:19:37 GMT I shoot a Fibrebow with W&W EX Power limbs 70"/37lbs. I have been shooting ACE arrows, with spinwings, Easton inserts and screw in points.

I had originally set the bow up the same as it was with my Inno Power limbs that I shot previously, 9 3/8" bracing height and 5mm tiller. With the new limbs it seemed to me that the limbs weren't arriving at the end of the power stroke at the same time so I reduced the tiller to 3mm. Immediately the bow felt better and all of my sight marks came up by about 3mm on the track.

The ACE arrows were 29 3/8" long and 620 spine. With the improved power stroke the arrows were shooting a trifle weak. I changed the spring for a heavier one in my Beiter button and screwed it down a bit but still felt that the arrows weren't quite right.

On Saturday I shortened the arrows by 3/8" - I had quite a game getting the inserts out of the arrows, but that's a different story - On Sunday, I tried them out and was amazed to find that my sight marks had to be adjusted upwards by another 2-3 increments. The bow although set the same was noticably quieter and the arrow flight improved.

Sorry to bore you with all that but what I want to know is how on earth does cutting such a small amount off the arrows ( I couldn't cut them shorter than that) make such a difference to the sight marks, and why is the bow quieter? I can make a guess that it's something to do with the nodes of the arrow but I don't really know the answer.

I'm hoping that someone can tell me. ]]> aquatoo http://www.archery-interchange.net/forum/recurve-bow-discussion-q/28752-sight-marks.html http://www.archery-interchange.net/forum/glade/28751-possible-article.html Tue, 07 Sep 2010 14:04:32 GMT There is amongst our midst, possibly a pair of our most successfull archers espeically within their own arena of archery here in the UK. As a Duo... There is amongst our midst, possibly a pair of our most successfull archers espeically within their own arena of archery here in the UK.

As a Duo they have have just completed a mammoth 10 world records, at one event.

There might be some millage in giving these guys some credit, as its all done off thier own back and their own finances.

Have a look at this:

(i counted the 8 world records wrong as i didnt count the NAA & FITA combined records as 2 entires)

http://www.archery-interchange.net/f...tml#post388749 ]]> The Glade BorderBows http://www.archery-interchange.net/forum/glade/28751-possible-article.html http://www.archery-interchange.net/forum/english-archery-shoots-tournaments-events/28750-9th-10th-october-riverside-archers-bickerstaffe-workshop.html Tue, 07 Sep 2010 13:55:02 GMT Riverside Archers are pleased to host two one day Longbow workshops with Pip Bickerstaffe. Follow the link for further details.... Riverside Archers are pleased to host two one day longbow workshops with Pip Bickerstaffe. Follow the link for further details.
http://dnaa.co.uk/temp/bick.pdf ]]> cestria http://www.archery-interchange.net/forum/english-archery-shoots-tournaments-events/28750-9th-10th-october-riverside-archers-bickerstaffe-workshop.html http://www.archery-interchange.net/forum/recurve-bow-discussion-q/28749-new-hoyt-eclipse.html Tue, 07 Sep 2010 09:43:07 GMT As some of you know im in the last few weeks of my course. Some people may disagree with my buying this, But i tried one in the shop and loved the... As some of you know im in the last few weeks of my course. Some people may disagree with my buying this, But i tried one in the shop and loved the feel of it. But im not buying limbs etc until ive finished the course, ( so i dont waste money on under/over poundage limbs) Anyway just thought id show ya, So excited when it came lol. I bought it off Ebay for £103 :), Said it have been used but i cant see any wear at all :poulies:.
Gav







]]> Gavsterry http://www.archery-interchange.net/forum/recurve-bow-discussion-q/28749-new-hoyt-eclipse.html http://www.archery-interchange.net/forum/equipment-reviews/28748-waterproofing-feather-fletchings-ideas-please.html Tue, 07 Sep 2010 08:44:14 GMT With the great British summer coming to an end (yes we did have one) and the oncoming winter months I was wondering if anyone had a good way of... With the great British summer coming to an end (yes we did have one) and the oncoming winter months I was wondering if anyone had a good way of waterproofing feather fletchings?
We were on a shoot on Sunday and the heavens opened and our nice 4” fletching ended up looking a little worse for ware.
So is there anything that can be done to waterproof them?
Have seen some stuff on the market but not sure what works or doesn’t?
I know someone suggested scotch guard, the stuff you waterproof suede shoes with.
Thanks ]]> daggers_jones http://www.archery-interchange.net/forum/equipment-reviews/28748-waterproofing-feather-fletchings-ideas-please.html http://www.archery-interchange.net/forum/english-archery-shoots-tournaments-events/28747-16-oct-greenwood-osterley-archers-floodlit-western.html Tue, 07 Sep 2010 08:20:59 GMT Greenwood Osterley Archers are proud to be hosting their floodlit Western tournament on 16 Oct 2010 - entry form will be at GOA's site as soon as the webmaster gets it up there, later today!

Hope to see some of you there. ]]> Ffish http://www.archery-interchange.net/forum/english-archery-shoots-tournaments-events/28747-16-oct-greenwood-osterley-archers-floodlit-western.html http://www.archery-interchange.net/forum/general-archery-discussion-news/28746-2012-venue-given-planning-permission.html Tue, 07 Sep 2010 08:04:02 GMT Good news - I shall enjoying watching it here

BBC News - 2012 London Olympics archery to be staged at Lord's ]]> ben_e71 http://www.archery-interchange.net/forum/general-archery-discussion-news/28746-2012-venue-given-planning-permission.html http://www.archery-interchange.net/forum/border-archery/28745-help-new-border-owner.html Tue, 07 Sep 2010 07:13:15 GMT There's good and bad news in this post.

I recently acquired a border Harrier 70" 50lbs at 30" draw as a bit of a 'day out' from my usual longbow/PV archery diet.

It needs a spare string. Could anyone help me with what string is recommended (eg Fast Flight - how many strands).
Also what is a good starting point for brace height on these ?

Thats the good news bit.

The bad news is that just as soon as I got it home for a play and strung it, it slipped and literally went skiing down 7 rough concrete garden steps putting a load of small scratches on the back and sides of the finish as it went. these show up a slightly white.

Now I think anyone would agree that's bad news:thumbsdow

My question is - is there anyone who can suggest how to remove or polish the scraches without damaging the finish any more.

Thanks v much ]]> Border Archery utterbar http://www.archery-interchange.net/forum/border-archery/28745-help-new-border-owner.html http://www.archery-interchange.net/forum/compound-bow-discussion-q/28744-merlin-compound-bow-sale.html Tue, 07 Sep 2010 06:48:33 GMT hi i have a merlin vision pro fusion bow rh weight 55 draw 25 with arrows ,case,stabilizer,armguard,stand and sure-loc challenger sight for sale... hi i have a merlin Vision pro fusion bow rh weight 55 draw 25 with arrows ,case,stabilizer,armguard,stand and sure-loc challenger sight for sale offer please located in wolverhampton west midlands:poulies: ]]> cola1701 http://www.archery-interchange.net/forum/compound-bow-discussion-q/28744-merlin-compound-bow-sale.html http://www.archery-interchange.net/forum/border-archery/28743-international-field-archery-association-legal-longbow.html Tue, 07 Sep 2010 00:49:08 GMT I'm having a difficult time seeing the Border web page. I was wondering if you all produce a IFAA legal longbow (AFB)? IF so which models would be applicable? And could you forward a current price list? I really want to know all of the bows that are available, but it is difficult to get a grasp of European bows from over here in the US.

Thank you in advance,

Tim ]]> Border Archery tgross144 http://www.archery-interchange.net/forum/border-archery/28743-international-field-archery-association-legal-longbow.html http://www.archery-interchange.net/forum/traditional-archery-discussion-q/28742-longbow-string-picture.html Mon, 06 Sep 2010 23:01:26 GMT I know that a lot of longbow archers may not take too much notice of this, but for those who do - what is your string picture? I tend to line up... I know that a lot of longbow archers may not take too much notice of this, but for those who do - what is your string picture?

I tend to line up the string blur with the left side of the bow - others suggest central to the bow, others suggest they sight with the arrow between string and bow (don't ask me how - i couldn't do it either!).

I know that if it works it works, I'm just wondering what other people do. ]]> Paradox http://www.archery-interchange.net/forum/traditional-archery-discussion-q/28742-longbow-string-picture.html http://www.archery-interchange.net/forum/methodology-tuning-coaching-etc/28741-recurve-target-panic.html Mon, 06 Sep 2010 21:49:37 GMT Hello all, my firsy posting and I am at a pretty low ebb. My shooting has become worse and worse over the 2 years I would say. I have gone from... Hello all, my firsy posting and I am at a pretty low ebb. My shooting has become worse and worse over the 2 years I would say. I have gone from 500+ on a Portsmouth to scraping 380. Shooting nights are more like banging my head against a brick wall and I go home quite down and depressed and feeling that I ought to 1, have a long break to reset my head, 2 sell up the not inconsiderable investment of archery kit( though not as costly as some). Any advice anyone has would be useful.

I shoot a Hoyt GM with W&W limbs, they are marked at 30lb but measure 40lb in the shop at my draw length. Arrows are Easton XX75 2114 31.5" long.
I use an alloy long rod

My particular fault seems to be drawing high (sight pin above target butt) getting to anchor point, lowering the sight and releasing far too early. I seem to be getting good groups ( for the lousy panic that I have ) just outside the white ring. I am finding it very hard to pull the bow down and get the sight onto the yellow. ( I do occasionally get one in though, although it often feels like fluke or error.) I am also feeling like I have a lot of muscular pain in my bow arm anterior deltiod ( front of shoulder.) I took up triathlon around the time of deterioration and wonder if the swimming muscles have counteracted something ( or am I looking for excuses?)

I've tried the bare butt thing, but when the yellow returns it's back.

I have two sight pins, one Beiter 12mm, one smaller cartel. I have tried the Beiter with different inserts and also without inserts.

I've tried a clicker, I can't seem to get back far enough (arrows too long?)

I've also tried drawing differently, holding the bow and sight pin on target and drawing whilst holding it on target with the result of early firing and not getting to anchor.

I can draw and hold on target with no arrow well enough.
I can draw and hold on something like the brick wall when inside for 10 seconds easily.

I know my head is the thing that is preventing me turning myself around and being better, though I just cannot seem to get it changed and ultimately, I am not enjoying something I once did.

Woefully yours,

Pinch ]]> Methodology, Tuning, Coaching etc. pinch http://www.archery-interchange.net/forum/methodology-tuning-coaching-etc/28741-recurve-target-panic.html http://www.archery-interchange.net/forum/3d-field-archery-discussion-q/28740-heavier-spring-tension-required-button.html Mon, 06 Sep 2010 20:45:11 GMT I am buying a Samick SHT recurve with a 60lb draw weight. I intend to use button on it so what I want to know is when I set up the button will I need... I am buying a Samick SHT recurve with a 60lb draw weight. I intend to use button on it so what I want to know is when I set up the button will I need to use the middle spring or the strongest spring when setting up. The reason I ask is that when setting up my target bow (68" and 38lb draw weight) I use the lightest spring and have the tension screwed back. Will the higher draw weight and heavier arrows need much more spring tension? ]]> Need more bows http://www.archery-interchange.net/forum/3d-field-archery-discussion-q/28740-heavier-spring-tension-required-button.html http://www.archery-interchange.net/forum/archery-interchange-uk-shoots/28739-ironman-2010-a.html Mon, 06 Sep 2010 18:03:25 GMT Hi,

I know it's a little early, but will this be going ahead again this year?

Hope so...:beer: ]]> Archery-Interchange UK Shoots mutley http://www.archery-interchange.net/forum/archery-interchange-uk-shoots/28739-ironman-2010-a.html http://www.archery-interchange.net/forum/recurve-bow-discussion-q/28738-hybrid-setup-delimah.html Mon, 06 Sep 2010 16:37:39 GMT I'm currently shooting the following 68" bow setup:

Hoyt GMX 25"
W&W Apec Primes (Medium) 38lb
452X string 16 strands made by club coach (64.5inch)
Easton 28 3/4" (might be slightly more but definately not 29") with 60gn points
W&W HMC Plus 30inch with two weights inc cap weight and flex ball

Now I've just looked at all of the strings I've got which are 64.5inch including the String Flex D75 and String Flex Supra 8125. All of them cannot achieve a bracing height in the range of 8.5 to 9.5 inches. The minimum with the custom made string seems to be dead on 9 inches.

The String Flex D75 seems to be around 8 and 7/8ths of an inch minimum achieved.

Would people suggest I try a longer string? It doesn't seem to affect anything at my level of shooting but I just wanted to tinker with bracing heights as it does seem a bit on the noisey side. ]]> Darryl http://www.archery-interchange.net/forum/recurve-bow-discussion-q/28738-hybrid-setup-delimah.html