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Thread: Hunting crossbow
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19-07-2018, 21:52 #11
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Re: Hunting crossbow
@brick.wall I hear where you coming from. I would love to try hunting with a crossbow. Most people I spoke to couldn't provide me with helpful info or advice. I don't think there are very many people hunting with them.
They say it's a novelty that will wear off. I say it's an experience...
You will know the path by actually travelling on the path 😉
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20-07-2018, 05:53 #12
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Re: Hunting crossbow
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20-07-2018, 10:24 #13
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Re: Hunting crossbow
I once went to Bellville Archery club in CPT. They have 2 people running the club.
One does Recurve and one compound.
They said that people who buy Recurve will shoot archery way longer than a person buying a compound.
As Recurve takes more skill and training and technique then a compound.
Compound is far easier to master or shoot consistent. Thats why they say a Compound archer might do sport not even for a year and give it up.
And this can be seen by the amount of them regularly for sale as well over Recurve target bows.
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26-07-2018, 18:30 #14
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Re: Hunting crossbow
Yah nah if you compare old models perhaps. Newer crossbows, the compound stands no chance , with crossbow speeds closer to 400 and 420fps.... FAST compound would be around 360fps BUT keep in mind the advertised bow speeds are usually at 30” draw and a 350gr arrow. (Ibo spec). Most arrow setups are much heavier.
secondly, put a decent crossbow in the average guys hands. Hitting a 6” plate at 100m is doable. Try the same with the average archer and a compound. I guarantee you the average guy will struggle.
To answer the OP, I have hunted with a crossbow. Definitely easier than a compound, great if you can’t shoot a bow. Also great for older gents or kids from a hide. But walking with one can get tiring. I suggest decent broadheads to prevent failure.
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18-01-2019, 18:07 #15
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Re: Hunting crossbow
How much do you all think the strings matter in bow hunting?
For example, I see a lot of people who love these guys: https://www.60xcustomstrings.com/
But others say they are overpriced. Better recommendations for someone just starting out?
Also, what's everyone's view on crossbows? I've heard people say that's "cheating," because a lot of people put red dots on them, or high-end sights, etc.
This feels like a lot to learn. I have almost every rifle imaginable, which is a lot of information storage on the brain. Not sure if I should be flexing some new brain muscles or not!
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