Hi, My name is Dan Des Rosiers, I am the race director for the Jay Challenge. www.jaychallenge.com . I am the first race director in the world of adventure...
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metaldogo70
Jul 9, 2003 10:28 pm
Can some one explain to me the concept of eye dominance as it relates to your choice of left-hand or right-hand risers? I believe I am left-eye dominant. I've...
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fstrnr
Jul 10, 2003 3:36 pm
Right handed shooters draw with their right hand and hold the bow with their left hand. If you are left handed and are left eye dominant, you should buy...
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metaldogo70
Jul 10, 2003 9:46 pm
Oh ok... so left-handed and right-handed risers are not based on which hand you are holding the riser with. It is based on which hand you draw with, is that...
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fstrnr
Jul 10, 2003 10:17 pm
You would be going agaist your eye dominance if you are left eye dominant with a riser that is held in your left hand (right handed riser) Right Eye Dominant -...
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metaldogo70
Jul 30, 2003 2:57 am
Is there a way to determine draw weight if you do not have access to a bow? Do I have to go to an archery store or shooting range to find out what the...
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fstrnr
Jul 30, 2003 3:58 pm
Draw weight is a combination of preference and requirement. There is definitely a minimum draw weight to shoot a certain deistance based on arrow length/draw...
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bellydancer59
Aug 3, 2003 5:24 am
Is there anyone by San Jose, Ca looking for archery partner????? I need a teacher/coach. Saqqara@......
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Brian King
kingsarchers
Aug 3, 2003 7:10 am
Hi I am in the process of relocating to the area because of work and I am a NAA level 2 instructor. I know no one in the area, others then those I will be...
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blindmississippi
blindmississ...
Aug 3, 2003 7:43 pm
I'm just getting into Archery thru my Boy Scout sons who I'm starting in JOAD in the Fall. In my research I've seen there are graduated awards they can earn...
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fstrnr
Aug 4, 2003 3:26 pm
In adult archery, you're pretty much on your own. ... starting...
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richarddockery
Aug 29, 2003 6:05 pm
Hello, I have been shooting informally for many years and have finally gotten the confidence to compete. I would like to upgrade the equipment I have, and...
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fstrnr
Aug 29, 2003 6:29 pm
You're absolutely right, there should be a review of archery equipment, but it is not a popular enough sport for anyone to spend a significant amount of time...
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richarddockery
Aug 29, 2003 6:52 pm
That helps significantly. how does the Medalist compare as far as heavy/light, stiff/soft? I am primarily interested in a solid performing bow - never been...
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fstrnr
Aug 29, 2003 9:03 pm
Here's some things to consider. There are 3 basic methods of making aluminum risers, casting, forging and machining. Machining is by far the best method and is...
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richarddockery
Aug 30, 2003 2:46 am
Excellent information - Thank you. So basically, correct me if I am wrong, both a cast and a machined riser have the potential to perform the same, however...
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richarddockery
Aug 30, 2003 2:53 am
Hello, If you don't get the proce you are looking for and would be willing to go below 300 then let me know. Thank You, Richard...
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richarddockery
Aug 30, 2003 2:24 pm
Hello, I am in the market for a used Hoyt Gold Medalist. Color doesn't matter but it has to be in good shape. If anyone has one for sale please let me know. ...
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fstrnr
Sep 1, 2003 6:58 am
I still have this riser if you are interested. It is quite pricey, but a good performer. How far under 300 were you thinking? ... offer....
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richarddockery
Sep 2, 2003 1:17 pm
$300 is a good price. I wouldn't expect you to go below what is fair. The bow is an excellent one from everything I have been reading, the only problem is it...
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fstrnr
Sep 2, 2003 4:44 pm
This caliber of archery equipment is quite pricey here's an idea of what you'll need and some idea of price: Riser - $200 - $600 (from goldmedalist to top of...
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richarddockery
Sep 2, 2003 7:52 pm
That sounds like excellent advice Jay - thank you for taking the time to put it all down - helps considerably. Richard ... nocks, ... per ... for ... as ... ...
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richarddockery
Sep 8, 2003 5:21 pm
Hello, Now that I have beat the bow question to death, does anyone have any advice on evaluating stabilizers and sights? What are the things to avoid, any...
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richarddockery
Sep 10, 2003 8:14 pm
This group has 92 members and has existed for 4 years - where is everyone? I have had conversations with one very helpful member since I signed on...are we...
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fstrnr
Sep 10, 2003 8:31 pm
on stabilizers... There are a number of stabilizers available, multi-rod, single rod, carbon fiber, etc. The recent popular ones are the multi- rod adjustable...
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Giorgos Stratakis
ggstratakis
Sep 11, 2003 11:15 am
Hallo Richard, Still here! richarddockery <richarddockery@...> wrote: This group has 92 members and has existed for 4 years - where is everyone? I have...
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richarddockery
Sep 12, 2003 2:06 am
Hello Giorgos, Good to hear from you. Feel free to jump into any of the conversations. I am new to this type of shooting and look forward to sharing...
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richarddockery
Sep 12, 2003 2:11 am
Once again your information is very helpful! I think you are right about people not wanting to give out any good information. What they should realize is that...
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Oracio crisanto
oc803
Sep 12, 2003 4:22 am
Hello Richard I have only been shooting for 5 years. There has not been alot of activity here for in a while. Glad to see it. AS far as the secret to...
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Giorgos Stratakis
ggstratakis
Sep 12, 2003 10:19 am
Hello again Richard, I wish I had the time for some more conversation with you and all the others in this club but at this period I don't. I've been shooting...
