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Originally Posted by Jerm
So for all the bow hunters...want to pick your brain...
I've had the desire to get into it seriously and this is the year I think I'm going to...already got my eyes on a few bows.
My big question is, what is the best method for starting out? I mean is it just a matter of getting a bow, getting used to drawing it, and then target shoot all the time?
I mean I know it sounds pretty straight forward but is the best way to get started?
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Definitely buy what feels right as Iowanian said, but I'd suggest sticking with something with a brace height of 7" with a smooth draw and solid back wall. A short brace height, short axle to axle, and speed demon type of bow can be much less forgiving for the beginning archer. A soft back wall can also cause problems for someone who doesn't have the muscle memory to control the pull into it either. A rock solid back wall will give you no choice but to use it, allowing your body to learn and build a consistent muscle memory. Starting with a slightly more forgiving bow will allow for quicker success and less mental struggle, which is 90% of the archery game.
Don't get caught up in thinking you need a $1,500 rig either. Bows are one of the fastest depreciating things on the planet. Getting a year or two old bow used from some weekend warrior that makes it to the tree three times a year can be a HUGE discount on a basically new item. The archery world has hit a bit of a technological wall, so even a 5-7 year old bow that hasn't been used isn't really much different from some of the brand new bows.