Whether it be for decoration or for purpose, arrows can have different colored feathers for several reasons. Colored feathers attached to the ends of arrows distinguish the index feather, which orients the arrow to shoot straight. While two feathers are the same color, the index feather will be a different color. The feathers attached … Read more
The ever-growing popularity of crossbow archery isn’t an accident or some sort of a fluke. A popular choice for new and experienced bowhunters, a crossbow allows you to get out in the woods more often and can make you a more successful hunter or a target shooter. This is because they offer easy and straightforward … Read more
Are you new to crossbow archery? Have you ever heard of a recurve crossbow? When someone thinks of crossbows, are we not all thinking about modern crossbows (ie. with cams or wheels)? What exactly is a recurve crossbow? It might not seem obvious. A recurve crossbow is a bow with one string, so it is … Read more
Shooting wood arrows from a compound bow is not recommended because the force generated from most compound bows are too powerful and can shatter your wooden arrow. Can compound bows shoot wood arrows? Yes, but it’s STRONGLY NOT RECOMMENDED. The reason is that compound bows are mechanical and the force that it projects can shatter … Read more
Have you ever heard of horse archery? Ask any enthusiastic archer or archery fan and they’ll tell you there’s something magical about seeing the arrow fly into the target. Honestly speaking, archery is tricky enough when standing stable on the ground. But if that’s not challenging enough, imagine how challenging it can be on the … Read more
It’s a feeling of utmost excitement when you get to pull back a bowstring, feel the bow’s power, and unleash all that energy stored up inside of you by releasing the arrow, it’s amazing. I’m sure archery game lovers can testify to this thrill of excitement. But in addition to that feeling of excitement is … Read more
When it comes to archery the stability of your bow is vital especially as you take a shot. A stable bow will increase your chances of hitting the target which is the goal of everyone who participates in archery. All along in history those attending in archery whether as a sport or for war had … Read more
Traditional archery is a challenging and amazing sport. However, getting started can be a bit confusing and overwhelming if you don’t know where to begin. When I returned to traditional archery, I found that there was a lot of things I needed to learn before I could even really get back into it. So, what … Read more
When determining the best recurve bow for women, there is a lot more to consider than just which models are available in pink. Women archers have different needs than their male counterparts and finding a bow that meets those needs is critical. That being said, what are the top recurve bows for women? The 10 … Read more
Archery is consistently ranked as one of the world’s safest sports by numerous insurance groups, consumer safety companies as well as the National Safety Council. However, injuries are still possible and it is important to know how to avoid common archery-related injuries and stay safe. What are the most common archery-related injuries? Injuries to the … Read more