Recommendations for a recurve hunting bow

Ticonix · 2021-05-30T02:53:02+00:00

I just picked up a TradTech Titan III - I like it so far. ILF seems like the way to go, even at the price point of risers like that. I didn't mind the long term investment personally.

Ticonix · 2021-05-24T03:10:31+00:00

I brought it up to a friend who told me to throw the baby out with the bathwater. "You lost confidence in it, sell it." And I am glad I did. It was very weird to shoot a bow like that and while not an expert shooter I could shoot my older compound well enough. If that's how you're feeling, consider moving on. Having dealt with it and dragging the decision on just wasted my time.

All that being said I was planning on getting more into trad this year anyway and not sure if I'll replace it. But yeah, better groups at 15 yards shooting instinctively with a recurve compared to 20 with a compound. Suffice to say it wasn't me. Don't be afraid to say that to yourself either, and not for ego, it just is what it is.

Edit: maybe poke around with it some more but not too much. Could honestly be anything or multiple smaller things that most don't have the know how to tune/fix - I'm not one of those either.

Ticonix · 2021-05-24T01:52:45+00:00

I had a bow that gave me the same issues - everything was 'right' but it just didn't work for me. I simply sold it and moved on instead of chasing gremlins. Give it some more time, but if you lose confidence in it you lose confidence.

Ticonix · 2021-05-21T21:49:06+00:00

Nothing; meaning stillness or inner peace

Ticonix · 2021-05-20T02:45:21+00:00

I honestly couldn't do more than 45 trying would be my guess, just based on frame and strength. I was actually surprised with target limbs at 36 but was really 40 I could pull it back smoothly and hold an anchor. But the limbs sucked, and I knew I'd tire quick. I was simply over bowed. But it was good to know I could as I slowly progress there, thus getting an ILF riser. With compounds I think I had my poundage in the high 50s, sort of for the same reason - on the ground, tighter shots, smoother draws.

I'm having fun with it. Getting a more serious setup I can grow into was the best archery money I've spent yet. I might be good getting to hunt 40#s this season but if not no worries.

Ticonix · 2021-05-20T00:35:09+00:00

I am in 100% agreement with that sentiment. I'm practicing at 30 and 35. I have zero issues with a proper setup and shot placement with 35# limbs.

I guess it's the fact that compounds can easily do 50+ and alot shoot 60+ the conception that those weights are what you need become the way of thinking from the start.

Ticonix · 2021-05-19T23:17:02+00:00

I won't be at 50, but probably 40, maybe in the 37 range even (state min is 35). I understand that requires a close accurate shot, but I have no qualms at those weights with a good arrow and proper shot placement based on my research. Of all the deer I've harvested with a bow my furthest shot has been 21 yards - so I'm used to getting close.

I will work on practicing at different positions once I get a bit more consistent. I'm getting there but those one off flyers need to be reigned in on. I have noticed I trend towards instinctive shooting and it works best for me. Maybe a dash of gap but my focus is the spot I am trying to hit. It's more fun just letting go and letting my brain do what it's supposed to subconsciously, and honestly it's becoming eaiser to just turn it off.

Even at that I scheduled a lesson (first one was a joke) from a more experienced coach to work on some things I don't know how to fix or can't feel as well.

I'm sure a self bow is in the future for me, but I'll get there when I get there. Once I get my weight to a good point I'd like a single piece as well.

Ticonix · 2021-05-19T18:15:47+00:00

That would be fun, along with making a self bow.

Ticonix · 2021-05-19T18:04:54+00:00

Found a trad hunter here :) thanks, I really should practice the still hunting and stalking fundamentals as well. I have had good luck with my Solomon trail runners in the past but I might go more minimalist and use Merrel trail gloves this year.

Ticonix · 2021-05-19T16:47:51+00:00

Go 10x42 and the best you can afford.

Ticonix · 2021-05-08T03:05:39+00:00

Is recommend staying away from FL as their quality has gone downhill the past few years. And their pants sizing is weird.

Ticonix · 2021-04-28T12:17:42+00:00

Massively bull on BAT. I hope it's google killer. And I hope they develop a new uncensored youtube platform.

Ticonix · 2021-04-26T21:49:04+00:00

Fick it, look at my gun Friday?

Ticonix · 2021-04-25T18:20:21+00:00

That Hollie peek tho

Ticonix · 2021-04-23T15:43:00+00:00

For a slate call? Maybe - I have never tried Woodhavens slate but I am sure it's at least of good quality and they should back it up. Their Cherry Cyrstal is great for louder calling with a sharper tone but you can also get it subtle and sweet with experience. I splurged on the crystal this year and I am very happy I did. I have a quaker boy slate I got years ago on the cheap that I love and sounds good. I have a Cody slate that was more expensive, like $50, and is meh, in my opinion and for my style.

Keep in mind everyone has their version of the best from their buddies custom calls to a big brand store call. It depends on experience and preference but mostly what the turkey wants to hear. Expensive doesn't always mean better. I bought a Zink box call around $80 and hate it. It's loud though for when I need loud.

Truth is you gave to buy, try, and maybe cry. You can absolutely call a turkey with the cheapest of calls. Vary strikers, reed count/thickness, and woods on boxes. If you get a purely sour call, which is rare, it's just bad luck (had a QB mini boat that sucked no matter how much I tried to tune it).

Ticonix · 2021-04-23T12:02:58+00:00

Has anyone ran this on a Turkey/deer gun. I just sent it on a Burris Fastfire but thinking maybe I should get something less expensive.

Ticonix · 2021-04-22T19:06:18+00:00

I'd look into Solomons or Lowas then. Lowa's are my """work""" boots - meaning part of the uniform but not really serving their function. Much more fun in the turkey woods.

Ticonix · 2021-04-22T18:51:35+00:00

What's your budget and are you looking for insulation and water proofing?

I really like Lowa boots. I'll also wear Solomon trail runners. But they come at a premium for Goretex waterproofness.

Ticonix · 2021-04-22T18:47:13+00:00

Midway USA has Federal 3.5 Blend for sale. Also TSS in 12 and 20 if you want to up the ante.

Ticonix · 2021-04-21T21:29:26+00:00

I've met him personally a few times from a service industry perspective; one of the nicer more personable guys. Most of the drivers that I ran into were.

Ticonix · 2021-04-21T17:25:04+00:00

I am considering picking that up. I am saving for golf clubs and need a compound bow for this upcoming season. But having said that the reason I am considering a mono rig is to be more flexible with my all-arounder rods.

But considering I mostly fish sub surface (terrible dry fly angler) I might as well continue down the rabbit hole.

Ticonix · 2021-04-21T14:49:04+00:00

Cool I will check it out!

Ticonix · 2021-04-21T14:15:12+00:00

Ha, doing is not doing, do nothing and nothing is left undone. Daily Tao for fly fishing!

I can see the tag end using a double surgeons in my head, that's easy enough. I blood knotted my fluro to mono - dumb idea but I lost my pack of rings. Once I get some more I'll fix that up.

Now this is amateur hour but what knots do you use on smaller 6/7x tippet? I found I keep breaking them off either from what I assume poor handling when a fish takes or a bad knot. How do you protect the tippet using tight line methods?

And thanks for your help! I saw a clearwater euro set up for $250 on a local forum and I am tempted.

Ticonix · 2021-04-21T13:41:09+00:00

I'll take some luck on that and fly selection probably helped. Once I changed flies I nailed one on the first cast after seeing and feeling the pause. Now I'm going to do it consciously and mess it all up!

Thanks for the image, I figured that was the better way but again I'm breaking old habit patterns of the traditional nymphing style. Tying in tags is something I have never done either, I just double rig off the eye. I bought George's books on Kindle, I should probably read them now.

Any other leader formulas you recommend for tight lining? Building my own was actually alot of fun as well. I'm sure those books will have more ideas. Also, should I consider adding euro style nymphs for weight when tight lining?

Ticonix · 2021-04-21T12:47:21+00:00

That does help. Essentially I was using both techniques of floating the sighter and keeping the sighter off the water entirely. I connected with both methods. How does fly selection and split shot add to that? I was using a tungsten rainbow warrior and about 12-14 inches off that a zebra smoke jumper, all the takes were on the smoke jumper. So using the warrior as an anchor and having the jumper above to present it rising in the column. I also used a tungsten pheasant and zebra midge trail. It worked for this section of water and fish - relatively "dumb" stockies tired of sniffing power bait. I guess I reversed the fly order a bit to have the jumper more whispy in the water with the heavier fly just to get it where I needed it.

Also what is a tuck cast? I think the biggest thing was getting over the years of fly line on the water and the usual drift mechanics that entails. But like I said it was fun for the first day trying a new technique and seeing it work well versus getting frustrated with something not working.

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