Consistent Bowhand Position

[FlightyRachel]

Originally Posted by General Dogs

Earlier this week I shot for the first time at 80yds (60 yds being my previous maximum) and found that the extra 20 yds has a huge effect on magnifying minor errors in form.

I also find I have trouble with my grip at 80... I think this is connected to the fact I have to hold my bow so much higher to get the sight in line. Maybe this is a consideration for you, too.

The only tip I can pass on is to be very concious of your grip and try to keep it relaxed.. at the moment I know I am tense when sighting and have to physically relax my wrist and hand at this distance. I am hoping that if I do this enough it will become easier and I can forget about it again!

[cornish george]

Originally Posted by King Custard

Can not believe I made such an obvious mistake

sssh "they" dont know that

[General Dogs]

Originally Posted by ThePinkOne

I know some archers think you can teach yourself; personally I htink you can only get so far on your own. JMO though.

I agree. Since my beginner's course last autumn I have had very little in the way of coaching advice but have still made a fair degree of progress (with much help and advice from AIUK of course )

I now think that I need the advice of a coach to help me move up to the next level - I have mentioned to our club coaches the possibility of periodic refresher / intermediate coaching sessions and the idea seems to be bearing fruit.

[General Dogs]

Originally Posted by cornish george

sssh "they" dont know that

"They" know everything......

Just because you're paranoid it doesn't mean that they're not out to get you