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August 28, 2017
By John Felsher
You can find archery hunting gear in your price range, but it's got to be the right equipment for you.
By John Felsher
For about $500, sportsmen can buy an introductory archery package complete with a bow, a few arrows and accessories.
However, they need to pick the right equipment.
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Much more than with a firearm, an ill-fitting bow could greatly diminish accuracy and effectiveness.
G&F Trending Articles on Archery Hunting "People who shoot ill-fitting bows will always struggle with accuracy," advised Joella Bates, world champion archer and big game hunter.
"A bow with a proper draw length for a given archer will shoot more accurately and cause less fatigue than an improperly sized bow. I highly recommend that anyone who wants to start bow hunting go to a reputable archery shop to get measured for the proper draw length bow."
Archers must also practice frequently to hone proficiency at placing arrows in a precise spot at a given range. After making initial investments for equipment, archers can practice practically anywhere for little cost.
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