The sport of archery can be defined as one of the oldest disciplines the effectiveness of which highly depends on concentration and precise modeling of movements.
The kind of gear that you choose can dictate how good you are going to be or how much fun you are going to have.
The type of bow: recurve, compound or long bow should be chosen and must complement your body shape and your shooting style.
The arrows on the other hand must be designed to complement the power of your bow and you shooting ability.
However there is still more that you need to wear adequate protection that is required as well as other items that are wanted. For instance, the participants are bound to the use of an arm guard and a shooting glove.
Good quality and well maintained equipments will help you move forward much faster and shoot with more accuracy and accuracy.
How to choose your archery equipment:
Some certain factors have to be contemplated. The kind of shooting practiced determines the choice of the equipment.
For instance, for recreational shooting you need a small and easy to handle bow while for competitive shooting you need a more refined bow.
Here are some tips to help you choose your equipment:
#1. Determine Your Draw Length
Intersect the two arms and measure as the distance between the tips of your fingers.
#2. Assess Your Draw Weight
Select a weight that you can comfortably handle through out your exercise regime to avoid having the weights becoming a source of fatigue or injury.
#3. Consider Your Dominant Eye
It is recommended that your dominant eye is also your right or left hand dominant so that you have the best precision.
#4. Choose the Bow Style
Longbow, recurve or compound if that is what you like and what you are comfortable with out on the field.
The choice of the right bow and arrows, acquisition of nice accessories, determination of the correct shooters’ behaviour, and getting professional support will help you start your class in archery.
