Yes please
2 2010-11-21 08:24:38
Re: Aiming (23 replies, posted in Technique)
I've also started noticing that I get a bit of limb twist on the upper limb after I shoot for a while. Seems like the string wants to rest a bit to the right of the string bridge? Is this normal?
3 2010-11-16 07:43:30
Re: Aiming (23 replies, posted in Technique)
Hello everyone,
It's been a while now shooting the Kaya and my arrows are still hitting very far to the right of where I expect the shot to hit unless I cant the bow clockwise quite a bit. Even then, my shots tend to hit to the right and I have to aim farther up than compared to my Mediterranean draw.
I seem to hear a bit of riser slap from the arrow as the string moves around the thumb and index finger but I am going to try torquing the bow hand counter-clockwise a bit to see if that helps (although this goes against every fiber of my training while shooting my compound!)
I shot through paper and at 10 yards, while canting the bow w/ a Med. draw, the arrow is shooting bullet holes so I know the spine is probably not the issue.
Thoughts anyone?
4 2010-11-08 06:50:40
Re: pronged rings (35 replies, posted in Thumb Rings)
Well, after daily practicing of my draw with the leather tab, my thumb no longer feels like I'm stepping on it.
I've learned to press the tip of my thumb firmer against my middle finger and the index finger is no longer pushing my thumb against the string so heavily.
I still can't pull all the way back to a full Korean draw but I can anchor and hold with the thumb right behind my jaw (similar to my mech. release anchor) for 10-15 seconds w/o trembling. Still need to practice and improve my strength/endurance.
Note to bluelake: Do you still offer thumb rings for sale, if so how much?
5 2010-11-01 05:01:27
Re: Camera on Arrow (34 replies, posted in General Interest)
That's brilliant! Makes me want to go wheeee! Ah, the little things in life.
7 2010-10-30 06:40:13
Re: pronged rings (35 replies, posted in Thumb Rings)
Well, I just made a thumb tab out of a piece of old leather belt and drew my 64# compound and.....it feels just like I'm stepping on my thumb! I suppose that's normal until the thumb gets use to the pressure.
8 2010-10-29 23:46:52
Topic: Video: Stringing Technique, Adjustment, & Traditional Bow Bag Wrapping (0 replies, posted in Technique)
This is the best video illustration of proper stringing I have seen so far! Bowyer is Mr. H M Go according to Y M Jang's comments.
9 2010-10-29 23:33:14
Re: Information about various makes of Korean bows (28 replies, posted in Bows)
Just found Y M Jang's YouTube channel:
http://www.youtube.com/user/ymjang007
Here's his actual website:
http://cafe.daum.net/koreagungsulwon
10 2010-10-28 16:31:56
Re: pronged rings (35 replies, posted in Thumb Rings)
It just occurred to me that I could try using an old leather belt to create a thumb "tab". Hmm....I will experiment this weekend.
11 2010-10-28 06:53:35
Topic: Any enthusiasts from DFW Texas? (0 replies, posted in North America)
I'd love to meet any enthusiasts around here. I spend quite a bit of time at the range and at TEXINS Archery Club.
12 2010-10-28 06:50:04
Re: Straight Mind and Straight Body (13 replies, posted in Philosophy and Etiquette)
Sounds like "Anima Sana In Corpore Sano".
Our state of mind reflects our disposition to feel & react in appropriate or not so appropriate ways to our world. This disposition not only defines our ethos, it also has a powerful effect on our physical well-being.
13 2010-10-28 06:39:18
Re: pronged rings (35 replies, posted in Thumb Rings)
I know the tradition is to make one's own thumb ring but I'm somewhat tool deficient. Is there a recommended source for a standard lipped thumb ring? I'd like to learn how to shoot with one but until I find one I will probably stick with my release. 
Don't hate me!
14 2010-10-28 06:24:20
Re: Korean stile arrows (3 replies, posted in Arrows)
I admire anyone with the patience and knowledge of how to craft their own arrows.
15 2010-10-28 06:21:25
Re: Aiming (23 replies, posted in Technique)
How are you keeping the nocking point consistent? Brass nock? Tie-in nock? I know it's probably heresy but anyone try shooting with a release?
16 2010-10-28 06:10:56
Re: Information about various makes of Korean bows (28 replies, posted in Bows)
Just ordered a 55# Kaya KTB from 3 Rivers Archery so I will be glad to offer my impression. I have only shot compound bows before so this will be a new experience for me.