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Originally Posted by Hanno Many thanks to you both. I have applied to the local Archery club, which has a 1½ year waiting list, but I had a trial with them and they believe they can get me on the beginners course next month. But, my new bow arrived today, so I'm itching to get going. Is there any good links to describe all the elements of the compound bow? For example, I cannot see where the arrow rests. I see that people sell rests but I was surprised to see that it was not obvious where the rest might go, or even that I could not rest the arrow on any obvious part of the bow. Is there a separate bit that is screwed in to rest the arrow on?
It did not come with any sights either, but I have ordered some basic sights, so I will figure out where they go when they arrive. All in all a lot more complex than I expected, but I am keen to learn.
Best regards
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Hanno, you may be throwing good money after bad, I'm afraid.
When I went to get my first bow, the coach from the club came with me and I also got some excellent advice from the local archery equipment shop. If you just buy 'any old sight, arrow rest etc' you may end up wasting money.
If your bow's arrived, at least go to the nearest shop and ask them to kit you out whilst they have your bow to look at.
I fear you'll regret it otherwise.