| Choosing the best archery bow for your height, weight, strength and skill can make a significant difference in how well you play the sport. There are many different types of archery bows that are manufactured today. While some are supposedly of better quality than others, like any other form of sport equipment, experts will always debate which is best. However, no matter what brand or type of bow you finally decide upon, the bow should be constructed in a way that meets your uniquely specific needs. In order to get you started on the right foot, you will first need to choose the correct hand for your bow. A right-handed archer holds the bow in their left hand and draws the string with their right hand, while a left-handed archer holds the bow in their right hand and draws the string with their left. Some of you may be cross-dominant. This means that your left eye and right hand are dominant or vice versa. Most archers usually line up the dominant eye with the target when aiming, so they can shoot on the side of the dominant eye. However, if you are more comfortable shooting on the side of your dominant hand, it's possible to learn to shoot with your dominant eye closed instead. For example, if you are right-handed but cross-dominant, you can close your left eye when you aim. If you don't, you may possibly line up your left eye with the target and shoot your arrows to the left on some of your shots. Next you need to choose the weight of the bow. This is determined by the poundage of the bow when it is pulled to 28 inches. When the bow is pulled more than 28 inches, the poundage increases. Likewise, if it is pulled less than 28 inches the poundage decreases. The poundage change is approximately two pounds per inch. If you are unsure, it is usually best to go with a somewhat lighter bow in order to ensure good form. |
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