How to choose arrows for target archery or hunting.
**Brief guide to choosing the right arrows for our bow and the discipline we practice, whether it’s target archery or hunting. We cover important aspects such as arrow stiffness, the correct length, as well as safety rules and how to inspect an arrow before shooting.** How to choose arrows for target archery (recurve or compound) […]
Materials and Characteristics of Strings for Archery
Strings for archery are one of the most important parts of the bow, necessary for transmitting the power from the limbs to the arrow. There are many types of strings made from different materials for different uses and bows. They can be thicker or thinner, which affects their speed, elasticity, and stretchability. Strings are typically […]
Bows for Compound Bow Hunting (Compound) and Instinctive Recurve Bow (IRI)
Professional Hunting Bows for Big Game and Small Game The bows typically used for hunting are compound or pulley bows ranging from 45 to 80 pounds, depending on the prey. These are high-powered bows that use very hard arrows and razor-sharp blade tips. These modern bows offer high precision and stability, thanks to features like […]
Battle Archery as a Leisure Activity and Active Tourism | LARP
Battle Archery is a live-action recreational game played by teams competing to achieve the highest score (by taking out opponents) or completing an objective (like capturing the flag). In this game, low-powered bows, foam-tipped padded arrows, and protective gear such as helmets, goggles, and vests are used. The playing area may also include cover and […]
3D Target Archery or 3D Archery in Courses
What is the 3D Archery discipline? 3D archery or 3D course archery is a sport where competitions usually take place outdoors in a natural setting, shooting at foam targets shaped like 3D animals along a designated course. The area is prepared for safe archery according to the RFETA or WA regulations. 3D targets are replicas […]
Beginner’s Archery Guide + 12 Complete Kits
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Carbon shafts for archery arrows
Carbon Shafts for Archery Arrows The shaft or stem is one of the most important parts of the arrow. In archery, we encounter different types of materials used to manufacture this tool. Wood, carbon, aluminum, aluminum-carbon combinations, each with its advantages and disadvantages. However, in today’s post, we will focus on Carbon Shafts. Pure carbon […]
Archery games to have fun shooting with a bow and arrows.
Archery games can be a great training tool for archery, and the training can become much more fun than it already is. This time, we bring a fun proposal in the form of archery games that you are sure to love and that will add a playful component to the sport of archery. Archery Games […]
Instinctive Archery. What it is and how it is practiced.
What is Instinctive Archery? Instinctive archery was already used in the Middle Ages for hunting: hunters would stalk deer and wild boar, either on horseback or on foot, and when they were at a considerable distance from the target, they would shoot. The bow and arrow have always been essential tools for human survival, and […]
Types of Fletching in Archery for Arrows and Their Differences
In archery, the choice of fletching (feathers) for arrows can be quite complex, although it might seem straightforward at first. There are several qualities to consider in order to find the ideal feather for your needs: Profiles and Sizes (low profile and long feather, low profile and short feather, high profile and short feather…) The […]