Well, it’s Christmas time again. And you know what that means….some people
are freaking out!!
There are gifts to wrap, cards to send, decorations to put up, a tree to
find, cookies to bake, stockings to hang, a meal to prepare, travel
arrangements to make, plays to attend, parties to plan….the list never
seems to end.
And since these people see absolutely no way of everything getting done by
Christmas, they start to get that look in their eyes that if they get one
more thing piled on top of them, they will collapse like a house of cards.
They are on the edge of being devoured by the holidays and the joy of the
season escapes them.
They don’t see the blessings they get by giving to others.
They can’t understand the happiness a card brings to a friend.
They miss out on seeing how colorful lights transform a simple house into a
magical place.
They fail to appreciate the excitement a Christmas tree brings to a child.
They are unable to smell the friendly warmth of baking cookies.
They can’t see the look of awe on faces around the table when Christmas
dinner is served.
They don’t comprehend the anticipation loved ones feel as they pull up in
the driveway.
They won’t recognize the delight a child has when on stage…and mom and dad
are in the audience.
They aren’t aware of the fellowship shared at simple gatherings.
Please don’t let the seemingly endless list of things to do take away from
the Christmas season this year. My wish is that everyone will take time out
to enjoy the decorations, the food, the family, and the beautiful spirit
that IS Christmas.
And what does all this have to do with archery? Absolutely nothing. Merry
Christmas everyone!!!
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Monday, December 20, 2010
Tuesday, December 7, 2010
FOLLOW THROUGH
FOLLOW THROUGH
One of the most under-rated and ignored aspects of archery shooting is the
follow through after the arrow has been released. There is a lot of
emphasis put on the pre-release phase of archery but the post-release phase
is just as important.
On a bow shooting 300 feet per second (fps), it only takes a 30 inch arrow
about .0083 seconds to clear the bow on release. That is literally less
time than the blink of an eye.
Now I know what you’re thinking…how important can follow through be if the
arrow clears my bow before I can even react to the release?
The truth is, the arrow clears the bow so quickly that it is physically
impossible to affect the shot between the time of release and when the
arrow is free of the bow. Humans can not react that quickly.
However, if your body is doing other things BEFORE the release and those
things continue THROUGH the release, the accuracy of your shot WILL be
affected.
Here are some of the things you could be doing DURING the release that
could affect accuracy…
Peeking up over your peep sight to check out your shot
Lowering your bow arm
Gripping the bow
Following the arrow with your eyes instead of keeping focused on the target
So what good does proper follow through do? If you do not get in the habit
of following through by keeping your entire body in the proper “hold”
position AFTER release, it won’t be long before any movements start
happening BEFORE release. When that happens, you will not hit what you’re
aiming at.
Now, you will not be able to hold your body perfectly still after release
but here are the two things you must try to do in your follow through…
Keep you eyes on the spot you are aiming at
Keep your pin sight on the spot you are aiming at
This should be done at least until your arrow hits the target. On a bow
that shoots 300 fps, it will only take .20 seconds for your arrow to hit
the target at 20 yards.
Follow through is a very important part of archery shooting. Ignore it, and
you’ll find yourself scratching your head wondering what you’re doing
wrong.
One of the most under-rated and ignored aspects of archery shooting is the
follow through after the arrow has been released. There is a lot of
emphasis put on the pre-release phase of archery but the post-release phase
is just as important.
On a bow shooting 300 feet per second (fps), it only takes a 30 inch arrow
about .0083 seconds to clear the bow on release. That is literally less
time than the blink of an eye.
Now I know what you’re thinking…how important can follow through be if the
arrow clears my bow before I can even react to the release?
The truth is, the arrow clears the bow so quickly that it is physically
impossible to affect the shot between the time of release and when the
arrow is free of the bow. Humans can not react that quickly.
However, if your body is doing other things BEFORE the release and those
things continue THROUGH the release, the accuracy of your shot WILL be
affected.
Here are some of the things you could be doing DURING the release that
could affect accuracy…
Peeking up over your peep sight to check out your shot
Lowering your bow arm
Gripping the bow
Following the arrow with your eyes instead of keeping focused on the target
So what good does proper follow through do? If you do not get in the habit
of following through by keeping your entire body in the proper “hold”
position AFTER release, it won’t be long before any movements start
happening BEFORE release. When that happens, you will not hit what you’re
aiming at.
Now, you will not be able to hold your body perfectly still after release
but here are the two things you must try to do in your follow through…
Keep you eyes on the spot you are aiming at
Keep your pin sight on the spot you are aiming at
This should be done at least until your arrow hits the target. On a bow
that shoots 300 fps, it will only take .20 seconds for your arrow to hit
the target at 20 yards.
Follow through is a very important part of archery shooting. Ignore it, and
you’ll find yourself scratching your head wondering what you’re doing
wrong.
Thursday, December 2, 2010
AND NOW THE NEWS
Actual hunting headlines from around the country in 2010…along with my
comments.
ANGRY MAN TEARS DOWN TREE STAND WITH ANOTHER HUNTER STILL IN THE STAND.
FALL LEADS TO DEATH AND MANSLAUGHTER CHARGES.
Must have been a good spot! I do believe it’s now completely available.
LOCAL MAN SUFFERS LETHAL WOUND AFTER BAGGING HIS BUCK. AUTOPSY SHOWS SHOT
BY ANOTHER HUNTER.
I can’t make a snide comment about this one. It’s just too sad.
HUNTER GETS LOST IN FOG ON MOUNTAIN. CALLS 9-1-1 FOR RESCUE.
He shoulda pressed his key thingy to make his car honk….like in the
commercial. Duh!
POACHING SUSPECT SHOOTS AND KILLS GAME COMMISSION OFFICER DURING ARREST.
I hope this guy enjoys spending a lot of quality time with his prison
“buddies”.
POSSIBLE STATE RECORD BLACKBEAR TAKEN WITH CROSSBOW IN PENNSYLVANIA. BEAR’S
NAME WAS “BOZO” AND WAS FED BY LOCAL RESIDENTS.
‘Nuf said.
FORMER CONVICTED FELON ACCIDENTALLY SHOOTS AND KILLS FRIEND WHILE TURKEY
HUNTING. SUSPECT WAS NOT PERMITTED TO LEGALLY POSSES A FIREARM.
“Oops….my bad. The last time I was in prison I remember getting one phone
call…is that still in effect?”
80 YEAR OLD WOMAN STILL ENJOYS HUNTING WHITETAILS.
One day the authorities will be hunting for her.
LOST OREGON HUNTER SURVIVES FOR FOUR DAYS ON BEEF JERKY.
C’mon! Really?? He couldn’t shoot his own food to survive?
comments.
ANGRY MAN TEARS DOWN TREE STAND WITH ANOTHER HUNTER STILL IN THE STAND.
FALL LEADS TO DEATH AND MANSLAUGHTER CHARGES.
Must have been a good spot! I do believe it’s now completely available.
LOCAL MAN SUFFERS LETHAL WOUND AFTER BAGGING HIS BUCK. AUTOPSY SHOWS SHOT
BY ANOTHER HUNTER.
I can’t make a snide comment about this one. It’s just too sad.
HUNTER GETS LOST IN FOG ON MOUNTAIN. CALLS 9-1-1 FOR RESCUE.
He shoulda pressed his key thingy to make his car honk….like in the
commercial. Duh!
POACHING SUSPECT SHOOTS AND KILLS GAME COMMISSION OFFICER DURING ARREST.
I hope this guy enjoys spending a lot of quality time with his prison
“buddies”.
POSSIBLE STATE RECORD BLACKBEAR TAKEN WITH CROSSBOW IN PENNSYLVANIA. BEAR’S
NAME WAS “BOZO” AND WAS FED BY LOCAL RESIDENTS.
‘Nuf said.
FORMER CONVICTED FELON ACCIDENTALLY SHOOTS AND KILLS FRIEND WHILE TURKEY
HUNTING. SUSPECT WAS NOT PERMITTED TO LEGALLY POSSES A FIREARM.
“Oops….my bad. The last time I was in prison I remember getting one phone
call…is that still in effect?”
80 YEAR OLD WOMAN STILL ENJOYS HUNTING WHITETAILS.
One day the authorities will be hunting for her.
LOST OREGON HUNTER SURVIVES FOR FOUR DAYS ON BEEF JERKY.
C’mon! Really?? He couldn’t shoot his own food to survive?
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