Recurve and Longbow Shooting Tips - For BOW HUNTING!

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  • Опубліковано 16 лис 2024

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  • @pennsyoutdoors8226
    @pennsyoutdoors8226 5 років тому +29

    I've been bow huntin' over 45 yrs. and that's good sound advice. One thing I try to do is end my practice with a good shot. Makes you feel good for the next time. Frankie

    • @robertschweppie5256
      @robertschweppie5256 5 років тому

      YOU SO RIGHT WORK FOR ME TOO

    • @fat_boi_chris_128
      @fat_boi_chris_128 Рік тому

      I have a good one brother and I are you like that much better than the walking to the walking to the walking to the walking to the walking to the walking to the walking to the walking to the walking

  • @pipemonkey1
    @pipemonkey1 4 роки тому +6

    I live in a small apartment in the city and have a 5 yard target set up. Shooting every day and focusing on the steps has improved my shooting out in the field. Thank you for the great advice.

  • @GeezerDust
    @GeezerDust 3 роки тому +1

    Focusing on one arrow at a time. Been following that advice for a while now, it really helps.

  • @VOGTLANDOUTDOORS
    @VOGTLANDOUTDOORS 4 роки тому +2

    LOVE the tutorial video: there can NEVER be enough "How I Practice" videos, because EVERY single archer can find themselves sharing what might be a simple, tiny "insight" to them, but may be JUST "the thing" another archer has been seeking to help perfect their own shooting.
    For those of you who are open to exploring additional tips & techniques to possibly incorporate into your own shooting methods & styles, I humbly offer this:
    COMBINE:
    String Walking with FINGER WIDTHS (whole, half, quarter, eighth)
    for PRECISE ARROW ELEVATION SETTING from the REAR of the bow
    AND Anchoring UNDER the chin
    for DRAMATICALLY increased ARROW RANGE even out to 120 yds
    AND sighting down the left string edge as a "rear sight"
    for COMPOUND-like ACCURACY
    AND using the ARROW TIP as a "front pin"
    again for COMPOUND-like ACCURACY
    ... and TOGETHER you have a FORMIDABLE SHOOTING METHOD which eliminates the weaknesses in many popular barebow shooting methods, but which even newbies and experienced archers can learn in 5 minutes...
    Here's a video of me using this method to shoot an ordinary hunting recurve bow and common $6 hunting arrows at 100 YDS, and hitting 5 of 6 ON-TARGET even in a cross wind !
    IMAGINE how accurate YOU can instantly become at distances from 10m to 50m to 70m and everything in between!
    ua-cam.com/video/Cn0gxNeTITQ/v-deo.html
    Again, changes aren't for everyone, but for archers looking to improve their long-distance range and accuracy, this method might be something you'll find interesting.
    KEEP UP THE GREAT VIDEOS !

  • @zhukel_marimasko
    @zhukel_marimasko Рік тому

    Dude that smile on your kids face. Future hunter is made right there.

  • @jakehenry9162
    @jakehenry9162 5 років тому

    I've been shooting traditional archery for over 50 yrs. yer words of wisdom are spot on, I use a very small balloon tied or taped to my target, it just gives me that incentive to pop the damn thing,using just one arrow, you only get one shot. shakyjake out.

  • @JayPeckGuidesLostRiversFishing
    @JayPeckGuidesLostRiversFishing 5 років тому +5

    I have put this tip to work this past week. it has help me improve my shooting dramatically. This was the perfect tip at the right time, for me. Thank you, this is been very helpful

  • @bradbishop1893
    @bradbishop1893 4 роки тому +2

    Excellent info and spot on. Love the fact that your hunter focused. Thank you

  • @homesteadonomics
    @homesteadonomics 5 років тому +10

    Great stuff as always Clay! I'm definitely in that group of just flinging a whole group of arrows and thinking... damn that's a nice group... and discounting the flyer or two. very good reminder for going one arrow at a time... thanks!
    Joe

    • @clayhayeshunter
      @clayhayeshunter  5 років тому +2

      Thanks Joe, look at those flyers as learning opportunities!

  • @Danny-kp7ht
    @Danny-kp7ht 5 років тому +4

    Great advice. I missed a nice buck a couple weeks ago because I looked back at his eyes before releasing... Then I cut my finger on the broad-head as I tried to retrieve the arrow from the tree I stuck. So, ironically, I ended up with a blood trail after all. I hope deer have a sense of humor.

  • @imrelukoschus589
    @imrelukoschus589 2 роки тому

    WOW! Mate, thank you alot! Just commented on another video with a shot from this one. One arrow at the time makes all the difference. Cheers! Greets from Germany

  • @the.reel.mccoy.
    @the.reel.mccoy. 5 років тому +3

    Amazing video Clay! The one arrow at a time had me grouping an inch at 20 yards!!! I was decent. Now I am shooting lazers with my system properly setup. Thanks again!!!

  • @yahoshua2527
    @yahoshua2527 Рік тому

    Even if it's down pouring to the point that I can't see outside and can't actually go outside to shoot I will assemble my bow, and work on everything from the set up and takedown of the bow, to form of stance, draw, anchor and the resistance training of holding the bow in a draw, then when I do miss a day of actually shooting I'm still in good practice and my release of the arrow will be with confidence and I'm not relearning how to shoot, everyday for one reason or another my bow is in my hands and as much part of my physical fitness routine as push ups, pull ups, hiking, sleeping and eating. If you think about a time before we had technology to distract us people got outside and physically labored for fun and kept their bodies finetuned for whatever their lifestyle calls for, me as a certified personal trainer, an active lifestyle is keep to true happiness and function. Great video

  • @toddcasto2147
    @toddcasto2147 5 років тому +1

    I always get good information from your videos. Been very helpful with my recurve shooting

  • @robertschweppie5256
    @robertschweppie5256 5 років тому

    IVE DONE THIS FOR 46 YEAR AND IT WORKS WHAT YOU SAY 100%

  • @lesterdumm6477
    @lesterdumm6477 5 років тому +6

    Just one of your very best video's. Good job Clay!

    • @clayhayeshunter
      @clayhayeshunter  5 років тому +1

      Thanks Lester

    • @paulalan3351
      @paulalan3351 3 роки тому

      I have 3 Recurve Bows and just getting Started...The only Bow to Have...Thanks

  • @jayro4113
    @jayro4113 5 років тому

    Applies to compound bows as well, last year I dislocated my left shoulder (my bow shoulder as I'm right handed) twice within a couple months of each occasion, and I can't sit there and just sling 30 arrows down range anymore, my shoulder fatigues too quickly, I might get 12-18 before I've had enough, but that first shot no matter what bow type you're using in a hunting situation is the most critical. So repeating a first shot to improve upon everything that first shot needs in regards to form, and consistency and everything else, goes across the board no matter if it's long bow, recurve, or a compound.
    I'll be practicing this more as the hunt season is soon approaching my neck of the woods, great vid man 👍

  • @aluptown
    @aluptown 4 роки тому +1

    Thanks for all the tips clay !

  • @DavidGonzalez-ek3zh
    @DavidGonzalez-ek3zh 3 роки тому

    Do this almost all the time, 1 or 2 arrow practice. Helps alot. Thx for all your tips!

  • @jared5862
    @jared5862 5 років тому

    Great tips Clay. I often will go out and practice with only one arrow and walk the woods shooting at leaves, mushrooms, a twig or whatever and I only allow myself ONE shot at it. Which makes me concentrate harder on following my procedure and not just flinging and arrow because I know I’ll have a chance to redeem myself in the second shot. Shooting 3D courses with friends helps too. No second shots. And put up a small prize that gives some desire to shoot your best.

  • @jcknives4162
    @jcknives4162 5 років тому +1

    "A perfectly executed shot"... what a great statement!!!

  • @chrisstrebor
    @chrisstrebor Рік тому

    I used to live one 150 acre tree farm and had a target range 100 yards from my back door, hit a wine bottle and a coffee can in different attempts from that distance a couple times, felt good!!

  • @DavidBedell654
    @DavidBedell654 5 років тому +2

    Absolutely great instruction! Again!

  • @unclebaggy9575
    @unclebaggy9575 5 років тому

    Gday from Down Under mate!...Clay thankyou...my average sized groups are shrinking following your instruction....thanks mate

  • @bowman321123
    @bowman321123 5 років тому +1

    Great video on some basic information that is usually neglected.

  • @MangrovesToMountainsOutdoors
    @MangrovesToMountainsOutdoors 5 років тому +2

    Great advice Clay! I'm going to try and put it all together later this week near the Blue Ridge and the following week with Ryan Gill in Florida.

  • @williamuhl252
    @williamuhl252 5 років тому +1

    Best of luck! I'm sure glad I found your channel. You do amazing work! Thank you

  • @craigbutler540
    @craigbutler540 5 років тому +1

    Great tips. I’m lucky enough to be able to shoot in my backyard and try and recreate those buck fever moments. My bow is always by the door and whenever the family is running late for something or there is some sort of stress I’ll try to shoot an arrow. Nothing gets the heart pumping like an animal in range though.

  • @paulalan3351
    @paulalan3351 3 роки тому

    I have 3 Traditional Bows and just getting Started...The only Bow to Use..Thanks

  • @angelpacheco6132
    @angelpacheco6132 Рік тому

    Excelente.. de esa misma manera me entrene en la pesca y lo haré en la caza...saludos desde Venezuela bro.

  • @deerhunter5248
    @deerhunter5248 5 років тому +3

    Great vid! I just want you to know that you inspired me to get into bowmaking. Thankyou for that and keep on chuggin! Oh and thanks i really needed the video.

  • @miked2329
    @miked2329 5 років тому +1

    Good luck! Hope everyone has a great season.

  • @Emanemoston
    @Emanemoston 3 роки тому

    This is how I learned to hunt with a shotgun also, I had to make that one shot count.
    Teaching my son to shoot his bow, one arrow. Make it count. Also it keeps me from running over all the lost arrows with my mower!

  • @josephjorgensen3282
    @josephjorgensen3282 5 років тому +3

    I always think of my best shots are the ones that went as I planned them the bad ones are the ones I felt I had good control of and didn’t go as I felt it should because now I have to think what did I do outside my plan

  • @user-ii1iy8fz1d
    @user-ii1iy8fz1d Рік тому

    Make one shot count. Good tip, I learned .22lr like that, and old iron sight .22 with a single shot bolt action hand feed. Got good out to 100m on rabbits. ❤

  • @jacoby369
    @jacoby369 2 роки тому

    Love the vid and I was wondering what kind of bow you have or where you got it.

  • @franotoole2702
    @franotoole2702 5 років тому

    Another great vid clay. Looking forward to the new season!

  • @williamjarman7466
    @williamjarman7466 5 років тому

    I like shooting a lot of arrows but you're right it makes it hard to focus on one Arrow. I want to train my body to not get fatigued. It would probably be good training to shooting a lot one day to train your body and then shoot less the next time and focus on every arrow. You still want to focus on every arrow but I think it's good to put a lot down range quickly sometimes. Quality and quantity. I guess the real thing is I just need to shoot almost every day.

  • @MikeTomano
    @MikeTomano 4 роки тому

    Always learn from you. Thanks!

  • @jeffreywaugh926
    @jeffreywaugh926 5 років тому

    10 minutes and i am a better archer. 90% mental i tend to agree. i recently bought my first real bow but the amount of research, including and especially your videos clay, and mental preparation almost makes me sound like an expert when i talk to my friends or even teach my brother better form. Im an amateur but practicing my form before i even had a bow from your videos really helped man. thank you, just thanks. i have loved archery since i was a kid and really new nothing about it for years. few weeks doing actual research, well large steps. i get so excited about this stuff

  • @sarafayelawton652
    @sarafayelawton652 3 роки тому

    Great video. Thanks for the lessons!

  • @LennyChelleFranklin
    @LennyChelleFranklin Рік тому

    What brand is your bow. It looks awesome

  • @pipemonkey1
    @pipemonkey1 4 роки тому

    Thank you for the great video. I listened to a Tradquest podcast with G. Fred Ashbell and he was sharing some of the same ideas. It has really helped my shooting. Thank you for your bow building book. Look forward to starting to makr my own bow.

  • @josegodoy9160
    @josegodoy9160 5 років тому

    Cuantos meses se debe dejar secar la madera de osage orange para hacer un arco

  • @adamredden587
    @adamredden587 4 роки тому

    This is excellent Clay....especially the part about not being able to put yourself in a ton of those positions unless you have a bunch of hogs. We do not. What we do have is squirrel. I loved squirrel hunting as a kid but lost interest as I aged. Seems like a good way to enjoy it again, put some meat in the pot and practice shooting in all sorts of situations.
    Probably won't put much meat in the pot but still good practice.

  • @rossmcleod7983
    @rossmcleod7983 5 років тому

    That was as good a content as it gets. Many thanks.

  • @brandonravia4259
    @brandonravia4259 2 роки тому

    Thank you for the tips

  • @philipmorrill8636
    @philipmorrill8636 5 років тому

    Great tips as always!

  • @jaredhooten7597
    @jaredhooten7597 5 років тому +2

    So helpful!

  • @Rogers_Outdoor_Adventures
    @Rogers_Outdoor_Adventures 2 місяці тому

    Man I’m shooting high arrows kick left as well any tips my friend .

  • @buddymoore6975
    @buddymoore6975 5 років тому +1

    @Clay Hayes. What is that string attached from your Bowstring to your Riser? Is it to make your Draw length consistent?

    • @Xx0ME0xX
      @Xx0ME0xX 2 роки тому

      I'm 2 years late, but yes, it clicks when you hit your draw length so you don't draw over or under because of guessing where your draw should be to, like your anchor or the bend in your elbow. It's just for consistency basically

  • @oberKGBler
    @oberKGBler 2 роки тому

    Hi, Im a bit late to the party, but maybe someone can tell me.
    Does Clay pullt through to break his shot because of the clicker?
    Im new to archery, but I would try to follow the steps and release from my anchor so I release from the same draw length if able.

  • @ahmadzuhairi
    @ahmadzuhairi 5 років тому

    Great work always

  • @peterscott225
    @peterscott225 Рік тому

    Great advise!

  • @americanpatriot661
    @americanpatriot661 4 роки тому

    Putting some zen into your shot, gr8 vid.

  • @ripptydevibes2581
    @ripptydevibes2581 5 років тому

    Back when I hunted with self bows, the moment the animal first came into that "local" or "get ready" zone, I would instantly put 100% focus on the spot. That always seemed to help with buck fever, by the time it was to draw there would be little to no target panic.
    One time I remember hiding behind a mound and as I stood to draw I looked at the deer's face and it stunned me like an earth quake after staring at a brown spot for six minutes in the most muscle burning position lol.

    • @vauuav1542
      @vauuav1542 5 років тому

      Hey can I use 18 lb sport bow to hunt bucks plz answer

  • @jeremymoeller4797
    @jeremymoeller4797 5 років тому

    Thanks for the tip. I like the one arrow idea. How many arrows would you typically shoot during a practice session?

  • @guycarrwuzright7189
    @guycarrwuzright7189 5 років тому

    Great video! To the point and succinct.
    I'm Having a hard time anchoring on my cheek. I just started archery 4 and a half months ago. I've got a takedown survival bow I've been using. I've been practicing every other day since I began, for an hour to an hour and a half each session.
    Any suggestions on how I can master the anchoring on my cheek?

    • @clayhayeshunter
      @clayhayeshunter  5 років тому +2

      Don’t worry so much about where exactly you’re anchoring. Just find something that feels natural and is repeatable.

    • @guycarrwuzright7189
      @guycarrwuzright7189 5 років тому

      @@clayhayeshunter awesome. Thanks for the advice.

  • @uncleremus5046
    @uncleremus5046 5 років тому +7

    Never fling arrows. Always just shoot focusing on execution not results. Focusing on results leads to TP! 20 intensely focused arrows is exhausting & better than flinging a 100. Also learn to let down not send a half assed arrow!

    • @romanslav827
      @romanslav827 3 роки тому

      Very excellent advice. I've finally learned these lessons after years of tightness and target panic.

  • @donniewillis2926
    @donniewillis2926 5 років тому

    Great Video Clay!! Can you show a close up of your clicker? It looks like you took the ball chain off and replaced it with cord? I also want to do that as I think if would be quieter and have zero damage to my bow limbs. Thanks.

    • @clayhayeshunter
      @clayhayeshunter  5 років тому +1

      I did. That’s always the first thing I do to them.

    • @rubenv3026
      @rubenv3026 5 років тому

      ShotIQ has a great video on clicker setup like that

  • @Fendo1085
    @Fendo1085 4 роки тому

    What happens when your trying to focus on speed and accuracy what advice would you give ?

    • @clayhayeshunter
      @clayhayeshunter  4 роки тому

      For me, speed comes second to accuracy. Hurrying up is a great way to spook game and blow a shot.

  • @darrellbowen1582
    @darrellbowen1582 5 років тому

    Thanks for another great video Clay ! Good luck brother ! What kind of quiver did you have on your bow?

  • @OzarkPursuit7883
    @OzarkPursuit7883 4 роки тому

    Good stuff bud, thanks.

  • @puregameplay7916
    @puregameplay7916 4 роки тому

    what bow are you using and where can I get one? Also what lb draw is it?

    • @travisvennel930
      @travisvennel930 4 роки тому

      Pure Gameplay it is one that he made most of his bow are 60 lb at 28in draw he sells the at clayhayes.com I think

  • @keithgainer2915
    @keithgainer2915 5 років тому

    I shoot one arrow and pull it cause I always have that one arrow that I feel like shoots way better than the rest so i shoot it and go pull it....its just in my head but I have it first on my string when I hunt. Didn't realize it was such a good idea.

  • @kristyjennings-rebarjinkie3078
    @kristyjennings-rebarjinkie3078 5 років тому +1

    thank you for the video

  • @thehunteking
    @thehunteking 3 роки тому

    Aye brother...ive notice in the video your not wearing an arm guard. I prefer not to and very seldom slap myself but i see folks with a ton of experience using one. Am i making a mistake not using one? Whats your take?

  • @michaelmcelhinney691
    @michaelmcelhinney691 5 років тому +1

    Clay, do you have any footage of that mega whitetail you stalked in on that was bedded?

    • @clayhayeshunter
      @clayhayeshunter  5 років тому +1

      I do! It’ll be in a video this fall.

    • @michaelmcelhinney691
      @michaelmcelhinney691 5 років тому +1

      @@clayhayeshunter thanks man I appreciate the response, I've been waiting for that one

  • @dmast3276
    @dmast3276 5 років тому +1

    Could you make a video, or just here in comments talk more about expanding through the shot

  • @ralphharris9326
    @ralphharris9326 5 років тому

    Hello Clay I've just started shooting a recurve it's 50 lbs at 28 inch.I find it stacks up but I have a question for you what is the string from your top riser to the bow string .

    • @clayhayeshunter
      @clayhayeshunter  5 років тому

      It’s a clicker. It acts as a draw check and psychological trigger.

    • @ralphharris9326
      @ralphharris9326 5 років тому

      Ok thanks I think I understand what you mean.if have anymore questions I'll get hold of you.have a great evening..

  • @devinm.6149
    @devinm.6149 4 роки тому

    What longbow draw weight would you recommend?

    • @clayhayeshunter
      @clayhayeshunter  4 роки тому

      Depends on the person. Get something that is comfortable to you.

    • @devinm.6149
      @devinm.6149 4 роки тому

      @@clayhayeshunter I imagine the draw effects what can be effectively hunted, is this correct?

  • @travisvennel930
    @travisvennel930 4 роки тому

    We’re are you located it looks like great hunting country

  • @davidlee4576
    @davidlee4576 5 років тому

    Helped cut my first Osage Monday!

  • @MatthewWagnerNOECA
    @MatthewWagnerNOECA 5 років тому +18

    What's that crazy "demonic" voice at 1:25?

    • @incorporeal3793
      @incorporeal3793 5 років тому +2

      That was a tad unnerving.

    • @varag_h1720
      @varag_h1720 5 років тому +1

      Deer voice

    • @MatthewWagnerNOECA
      @MatthewWagnerNOECA 5 років тому +2

      @@varag_h1720 O_O ... Don't mess with the deer!

    • @clayhayeshunter
      @clayhayeshunter  5 років тому +8

      😲what the hell was that!?! I missed it until you pointed it out!

    • @varag_h1720
      @varag_h1720 5 років тому +2

      @@clayhayeshunter that was the deer I guess😁😁

  • @josegodoy9160
    @josegodoy9160 5 років тому

    Hola que diametro tienen las flechas que usas

  • @incorporeal3793
    @incorporeal3793 5 років тому

    Hello Clay, I have a question about your back tension. When you reach your anchor and then apply back tension your arrow tip seems to draw back by a half inch to what I believe is your full draw length, is that purely from pulling through or are you pushing out with your bow hand as well?

    • @clayhayeshunter
      @clayhayeshunter  5 років тому +1

      It’s mainly from pulling through but I do push my bow hand as well.

    • @clayhayeshunter
      @clayhayeshunter  5 років тому

      It’s mainly from pulling through but I do push my bow hand as well.

    • @incorporeal3793
      @incorporeal3793 5 років тому

      @@clayhayeshunter Thanks. I've taught myself to shoot over the last few months and found your content very helpful.

  • @t.curran8243
    @t.curran8243 4 роки тому +1

    One arrow philosophy: Like a single shot rifle versus 30 round semi-auto. All gun shooters should first train on a 22 single shot.

  • @larryreese6146
    @larryreese6146 5 років тому

    First of all, good luck and good hunting this fall. Second, all excellent advice, as usual. Third, I realize that is a plastic bear you are shooting at from the low ground. But I think I might be hesitant about shooting a real bear if I was in the hollow and he was on the ridge above me. I don't know how I'd handle the situation if he headed for low ground or balled up and came rolling down on top of me. I imagine the seat of my pants would get purty slick.

    • @larryreese6146
      @larryreese6146 5 років тому

      @@clayhayeshunter can't do it. My rump would be too slippery to stay in the saddle.

  • @bluzdagger7328
    @bluzdagger7328 5 років тому

    I love your bow my guy

    • @clayhayeshunter
      @clayhayeshunter  5 років тому

      Thanks, I made it!

    • @bluzdagger7328
      @bluzdagger7328 5 років тому

      @@clayhayeshunter it runs so smooth and shoots like a dream. I just recently started in trad with a longbow from cabelas

    • @clayhayeshunter
      @clayhayeshunter  5 років тому

      Great! It’s loads of fun.

  • @tucker2074
    @tucker2074 4 роки тому

    Thankyou

  • @craiglacount89
    @craiglacount89 2 роки тому

    Have you ever tried pure instinctive shooting? When I hear the word aim then I know it’s not instinctive. Throwing a baseball from short to first is instinctive, shooting a basketball is instinctive, throw a football to a running receiver is instinctive. Never in any of those motions do you stop to aim. To shoot instinctively it’s all one connected motion, the arrow is released the moment your finger touches the release point of your draw, it’s not an anchor point. G. Fred Asbell wrote the best book on instinctive shooting ever written . Read it and you’ll begin to understand the true greatness of instinctive shooting. Why would you ever shoot a stick bow any other way? To say your cool? If your going to anchor and aim then shoot a compound it’s a better weapon when you take that approach. Stick bows are not designed to function that way. The true advantage to shooting a stick bow (and it truly is a huge advantage) is shooting it instinctively.

    • @clayhayeshunter
      @clayhayeshunter  2 роки тому

      I shot instinctively for years. Never was very good at it.

  • @TylerZ91
    @TylerZ91 3 роки тому +1

    I pray I will never live in an apartment in the city

  • @toddcotterman8477
    @toddcotterman8477 5 років тому

    Wish I'd of watched this before yesterday's hunt. I did the opposite of everything you said.

  • @Smopkin
    @Smopkin Рік тому

    Will all due respect, I will not be looking at my dog, thinking "juuust behind the shoulder".
    Otherwise, solid sound advice 👍

  • @johnrudy9404
    @johnrudy9404 13 днів тому

    👍

  • @stetsonlancaster1772
    @stetsonlancaster1772 4 дні тому

    So much information your beard shrunk then grew long again.

  • @st.paulmn9159
    @st.paulmn9159 4 роки тому

    Recurve arrows shouldn’t get cut

  • @dmast3276
    @dmast3276 5 років тому +1

    Could you make a video, or just here in comments talk more about expanding through the shot