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Post by hopesman on Jul 30, 2007 9:27:20 GMT -5
Well, I am finally trying to post a picture of me at full draw for comments and helpful criticism. I want to improve my form and increase consistency. Bow is Golden Eagle Obsession set at 65# and a draw of 31" (according to the previous owner). There was previous picture or two from stilllearning that showed a release and one of my early groups on "bambi". Fire away!!  |
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Post by michihunter on Jul 30, 2007 9:32:12 GMT -5
hopesman- I think I may have said this in an earlier post but it appears you are a natural. You seem to have great stance and form and from the grouping of your arrows, I'd have never guessed you were new to the sport. In my opinion, I wouldn't change a thing except your grip. It appears you are "choking" that grip. Relax your hold on that bow. Let the back pressure of your draw hold the bow in place on your hand.  |
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Post by BT on Jul 30, 2007 9:41:04 GMT -5
Well, I am finally trying to post a picture of me at full draw for comments and helpful criticism. I want to improve my form and increase consistency. Bow is Golden Eagle Obsession set at 65# and a draw of 31" (according to the previous owner). There was previous picture or two from stilllearning that showed a release and one of my early groups on "bambi". Fire away!! Agree with Michi  I suggest putting the finger tips of the bow hand on the front of the riser so that it is impossible to grip the bow. Basically , put your finger tips on the riser , pointing back toward you so that your center knuckles are facing the target at 10 O'clock With that being said.... The bow string looks to be past the corner of your mouth in this picture. (well past) Any chance of posting a side to Pic? (I will look for the other) |
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Post by BT on Jul 30, 2007 9:49:24 GMT -5
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Post by stilllearning on Jul 30, 2007 10:58:26 GMT -5
Next time he is out we will get you a pic of him side on.
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Post by BT on Jul 30, 2007 11:43:42 GMT -5
Mark that arrow at the burger hole and then try the method shown in the link above. Lets see the actual measurements as well as the visual |
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Post by michihunter on Jul 30, 2007 12:17:13 GMT -5
 From this pic it would appear that the DL is NOT too long. IMO of course. |
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Post by hopesman on Jul 30, 2007 12:52:39 GMT -5
Thanks guys for the fast response! I checked my draw length using a tape as shown in the link and it measured 30 7/8" which is pretty darn close to the 31". I know that I am gripping the bow too tightly and am gradually trying to relax my grip. I tried a couple of times at the last shoot and got a nice little raspberry on my forearm, as can be seen in the photo I posted. I will try again tomorrow, if we shoot. As far as being a natural, I have a long way to go to get consistent. I did shoot indoor and outdoor rifle competition a little when I was in High School (a very long time ago!) and the whole process of bow shooting just has a nice natural feel about it as it is similar with the peep sight and all. Hopefully, Bruce can another snapshot that I can post so that you can see the position of the string, release and whatever else that you need to make suggestions for change. Thanks to everyone for their input; it is much appreciated!
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Post by stilllearning on Jul 30, 2007 13:25:31 GMT -5
There was train of thought we had last time Hopesman was out that the rasberry on his arm when he opens his grip may indicate that he needs to shorten the draw length just a bit to keep that from happening. Does this thought have any merit to it or are we out in left field?
We all thought we should ask here but forgot untill just now.
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Post by BT on Jul 30, 2007 14:29:48 GMT -5
If you measure out @ 30 & 7/8" then your close enough either way but here is a little food for thought.... Better to be too short than too long. If you can easily get it to 30 & 1/2" then I would try it. Also.... You are shooting wrist low instead of wrist neutral. Wrist neutral is preferable and requires that the weight of the bow fall into the ham of the thumb just below the web that makes up the index and thumb. If the bottom of the life line within the palm is holding the weight of the bow at full draw then you are too low and should adjust the wrist upward till the bow balances in the center point of the thumb hand. By shortening the draw this will also cause the bow arm elbow to bend slightly , bringing the string away from the forearm where you were hit. These are things to try and may improve the grouping as well as the experience |
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