Raven, I have seen this at all the ranges I have visited. When I took a class at hang hak jeong they have you practice form with an arrow on a string. In this case the string is just in case you accidentally let it go. Makes a horrible sound when this happens. Outside I have seen them use both arrows on a string tied to a pole and small parachutes. They do have beautiful ranges, but having beginners trying to shoot 145m is time consuming, costly with lost arrows and dangerous.
2 2014-01-04 12:17:44
Re: Learning the bow in Seoul (11 replies, posted in New Member Introductions)
Next time I see him I will get his card and pass on his name. I am horrible at remembering names...
3 2014-01-04 05:03:14
Re: Learning the bow in Seoul (11 replies, posted in New Member Introductions)
Korean. I have yet to run into a westerner at any of the pavilions we have been to.
4 2014-01-03 13:41:52
Re: How much do you practice? (8 replies, posted in General Interest)
I was surprised at how much the weather does not slow down the crowds at the range I have been going to here in Seoul. We try to get out early to get some arrows shot before things get too busy, but I have yet to be the first person there. Even on a week day with snow on the ground people beat us to the pavilion. I would practice much more if it didn't require driving in Seoul...
5 2014-01-03 13:35:22
Re: Learning the bow in Seoul (11 replies, posted in New Member Introductions)
Thanks for the videos. I shot with a gentleman Saturday who asked if I knew you. And I could only tell him you were instrumental in helping me find a place to purchase a bow, but did not have the honor of meeting you. Of course I did not get his name.
6 2014-01-03 13:28:47
Re: Bow Strings (3 replies, posted in Bows)
That is great news. Thanks. It's a great family that makes these bows. I just wish I could communicate with them better, as I would love to see more of their work.
7 2014-01-03 07:53:09
Topic: Bow Strings (3 replies, posted in Bows)
I am trying to figure out what type of string material the YMG bow strings are made out of. Are the bows capable of running 8125 or Dynaflight 97?
8 2014-01-03 03:55:48
Re: It seems I never introduced myself. (4 replies, posted in New Member Introductions)
Silent wind, Good luck. I don’t think I will have a chance to compete in any tournaments, but I would like to hit 5 out of 5 (Jup jang?) once before I leave. Right now, I believe my only title would be Shin Sa (beginner). Not sure about translations.
9 2014-01-03 03:47:39
Re: Learning the bow in Seoul (11 replies, posted in New Member Introductions)
Bluelake, My son is really enjoying it. Being 14 is not so much a fan of only shooting 5 arrows and then getting a cup of coffee, so he prefers to shoot at Nanji park where he there is not a pavilion and things move a little faster. I am purposefully going to SukHoJeong to help him learn patience…
Silentwind, let me know when you will go to SukHoJeong, and will shoot together. Just ask about the huge American with the impatient son.
10 2014-01-03 03:41:25
Re: Learning the bow in Seoul (11 replies, posted in New Member Introductions)
Thanks. It so far has been a great experience. Our 13 week long class was an advanture since our instructor didn't speak English. During the graduation and target ceremony, they dressed us up in traditional garb, and posted us as guards in front of the pavilion.
Will Scarlet, We have purchased bows. My son went with a SAMICK MIND 50, and purchased a 60 lb YMG In Bucheon (just outside of Seoul -- website www.goongdo.com). They have been great in helping us get the equipment we need (arrows, etc). I am sure there are lots of places closer to get equipment, but these guys have been very helpful. Only down side is my Korean is limited to Google translate, and thier English is about as good as my Korean. I probably get one more bow (65lb or so) before I leave.
11 2014-01-03 01:20:54
Topic: Learning the bow in Seoul (11 replies, posted in New Member Introductions)
Hi,
My son and I have been actively learning Traditional Korean Archery here in Seoul for about 4 months. In December we finished a 13 week course at HwangHakJeong, and have been shooting for the past month at SukhoJeong (Namsan mountain). Needless to say we have found it immensely challenging and fun. Language is our biggest barrier, but the local club members are always very supportive and helpful. My son (14 year old) normally has at least one or two older members pull him to the side to give him extra help.
We are here for 5 or 6 more months, so our plan is to shoot as much as possible. Leave here with some great memories and some lifelong friends. While shooting last week I miraculously hit 3 out of 5 targets, so there might be some hope for us. We are starting to work with the Master at SukhoJeong who speaks English