You make great content man, great editing, clean transitions, subtle background music. What really attracts me to your channel is the fact that you can afford the "higher end" equipment but you don't exude this kind of "just pick this up at your local pro shop" mentality, your humility in the way you display these products and your experience is refreshing. If I had one criticism it would be to put out more content, finish the 2020 bow face off (add a hoyt axius ultra maybe) and stay as humble and real as you have been. Keep it coming man, great shit!
Thanks for the feedback. I've got all the video shots lined up for the face off and the actual shooting is complete. Just need to dig in and get it done. It's going to be super comprehensive. Might have to be 2 parts.
Love the Traverse , best Bow I have ever shot and I have been shooting since I was 5 . Great info , im sighting mine in this week . Picked up a new sight and im anxious to shoot lol . Thanks for sharing .
Thanks for another great video Brandon. I shared with some friends on Facebook because I’ve never been so impressed with the quality of content you share...it’s like I’m rooting for you!!!. Your content for someone like me who has been out of touch with all the new gear is helpful, overwhelming at times, but helpful nevertheless. I shoot a 2000 Golden Eagle, which at the time in my life I had no kids and had money, it was top of the line. Then life, family and work took priority and my love for archery had to take a back seat due more to lack of funds than anything else. But after watching your videos you’ve convinced me it’s now time to try to set aside $20 a month for an upgrade. At that rate hopefully in a few years I can get a new bow and arrows because I’m in desperate need of a makeover. I share your passion for the sport so your videos allow me to live vicariously in your world if only for 15 minutes here and there. I just wish I had found you sooner to get in on your bow giveaway. What an amazing gift you made...BRAVO! I hunted this afternoon and had 7 does and a nice 8pt near my stand at around 70yds, but I can only shoot out to 40yds comfortably/ethically, which is frustrating watching you drive tacks at 120yds. Wow!!!.. Keep the content coming and keep it real. Can I suggest try using some drone footage so I can see you shoot from up above. Just a different perspective I noticed one of the fishing channels I watch is now using. It’s gives really cool angles to watch the action from. Thanks Brandon!
Sounds like you've got a plan. Is it possible for you to do anything else to make more money to speed the process up? More education to get a raise, a new position altogether etc? Anything laying around you haven't used you'd want to sell? Just seeing if you can get there quicker.
I'm enjoying revisiting these older videos of yours Brandon. I think you had a really good vibe going on with your Traverse. Though good to see you joining us on the PSE "dark side" lol.
Great shooting, 👌👌👌👌 What I was truly impressed about was your honesty because you know, most of us have many problems as well. Other people just record the good shoots, and not the bad ones. My groping @100 is about 1’. I’m no expert by no means, but as Gorge straight would say PRACTICE MAKES IT PERFECT, GONNA GE IT RIGHT. 😎😎😎
Nice shooting. Bought my first bow (revolt x) on Jan 25th. Enjoy watching you shoot and seeing what is possible. Thank you. You are still ducking your head to the left when drawing.
Agreed. It's because I'm bringing my draw arm up higher than id like, drawing overhead rather than more off to the side. My elbow can't handle the other way, so my head moves out of the way. Congrats on the bow. Hope you learn to love this craft as much as I do.
Holy Crap. I just reset my back yard shooting situation. Set a deer target out behind the house. Set 20, 30, 40, 50, and 60 yard stakes...and the only thing that I can say is... you shot extremely well for the yardage posted. I have tons of work to do. I am just a peasant. Wow.
I appreciate the shooting videos, especially when I can look at your form. Next steps for me are to start recording myself for playback. Great shooting, and great content.
@@brandonmcdonald6121 yeah my vertix is having a birthday here soon. I can't imagine your dilemma. It's hard to pick between my carbon defiant and my vertix. I was really looking forward to coming to Tennessee and getting some range time. I'm glad to see that your still sending it. I'm fletching some new arrows and watching your videos. Hopefully they'll get this mess figured out soon. Glad to see that you guys are doing well.
That was a nice session. My thought is that later on, you embraced what the shot was, and then thought about what happened. As opposed to the first round where you tried to make adjustments based on one result. Nobutadu in "The Last Samurai" said, "...too many mind." And, Dan Aykroyd said (as Sigmund Freud), "Sometimes a banana is just a banana. Anna?" Set up, execute. Set up, execute. Don't chase a single wrong answer, learn from repeated mistakes. Great job on both fronts. I look forward to every update!
Mindset seems to be easy for me but focus and follow through are not! Everytime I video myself and edit it I learn a lot about things I want to change. The more I shoot the less I worry about the results.
@@brandonmcdonald6121 That's why we all like you! You think... and its out loud. lol You are one of those guys that helps me identify something in my own process (most) everytime.
Just picked up a used traverse. Really liking it! Nice to watch this video and see what can be done in the hands of someone skilled like you! Can you tell me what target you are using? Thanks!
Hi. Great shooting. Just a couple of quickie questions. Did you have a 4X magnifier or whatever magnifier in your scope? And... do you like the VXR over the Traverse? Thanks! And like said.... that is a great lane for shooting! Rick
Im shooting 450 grain Victory VAP Elites. I shot Full metal jackets for a couple of years but switched to these now. That bows probably in the 270-280 fps range. Havent chronod that one.
I focused on pin float which looked like on the Traverse was similar to the Prime in the last video. I was given a heads up on the lens on my new Black Gold 1 pin sight. I ordered the 4X since the 2X isn't much difference than not having 1 @ all. When I had right elbow tendinitis 2 years ago for the 7th time ( played competitive tennis) i had 2 draw that way with a strap on forefinger release. Hiwever I did a DIY rubber tube for me 2 grip or I couldn't draw. Now I'm back with the Stan this afternoon shooting in the snow. Must be nice having leaves. We might be months away @ this point.
4x seems to be a good zoom. 6x requires a Clarifier (or verifier, I cant ever remember) The weather has been amazing here. Got cold and rainy today but we had a great week. Got lots of shooting done.
@@brandonmcdonald6121 You look like it. Finished 1 week ago setting paracord loops 4 saddle hunting. Now I've been cutting dead 🌳 that might come down wrong & ruin my week @ home. Very impressed by the stacking on the new SEVR targets. Problem is with the cold. Shooting a 23 style fat Victory arrow that heats up with friction & nearly freezes in the self healing foam is counter productive. Hope 2 get in lots of shooting @ the end of the month. They have a all black grid pattern u stick golf tees into & I put that target on the top. Let u know after I get a reasonable sample size how it works.
I started doing something similar yesterday with (one of) my recurve(s). Normally I only shoot it on the 20m range, but yesterday I pushed it out to 40m in stiff wind - I was surprised that I didn't miss the target once. So now I'll start doing it with my compounds... 80-100m instead of 40-50m... I just gotta find a 100m range first :(
You can get great at shorter distances by setting up games for yourself. Take a playing card and tape it to the target. Shoot out the shapes at 20 yards. Keeps you from breaking arrows and gets you dialed in and focused on a small aiming point
That's pretty damn good shooting. I bet you're wondering if you should stick with the Traverse. Questions, is your hunting arrow 450 grains? What's your poundage? You make reference to the Black Eagle. Which one did you shoot? I'm shoot the VXR 28 at 64lbs. I have some Axis's but couldn't get my fps where I wanted them along with FOC. I'm wanting a 14-17% FOC if possible and around 270fps. Currently shooting BE Rampage and I like them. Thanks for the videos. Really enjoy them.
@@brandonmcdonald6121 Ok Ya I'm suppose to go to TAC in June, but still haven't been emailed on it being canceled yet,, Ya I need to practice more to at 80+ also.
Nice shooting! Is that foam block is two by two, assuming each little hex is 8"? Regardless, awesome group at 120 yards! By the way, is there a lens in that spot hogg?
Curious as to why your camera floats so much when mounted to a tripod with zero wind. I know very little about photography but very interested in getting a camera that can do slo-mo arrow flight but that seems almost impossible if there is that much float with zero wind variable.
That specific camera is a canon 80d with a Tamron 18-400 lens. It's not at all the setup I recommend for slomo videos. Some of the camcorders have really good slow motion and are much more versatile than that camera and lens. The only thing I can think is, it's a stabilized lens and when it's zoomed all the way out to 400 its got something wierd going on.
Been shooting mathews since my 1st SQ-2 and always was dead in the hand shooting. Shot the VXR 28 over the weekend and had a little thump in the hand that I didn't expect. Loved when It broke over. Very comfortable. The Traverse have the same feel on the shot to u or was it more dead in your opinion.
Great shooting! Only thing I would try to get out of the habit of coming from the bottom try to focus on the target immediately and let the pin just go there using vision. If it works, it works but not the recommend IMO. Looks like that bow suits your needs perfectly! I need to stop being cheap and get one of those targets!
I think you're right. I notice it more editing the videos where I'm cutting right after the draw and my hold is always higher. I've been watching a bunch of pro field tournaments and they all do what you're saying. Come from the top or almost right at it. Matrix is awesome. I'm a fan!
Lots and lots for almost 10 years now. I usually shoot 60-80ish arrows in a session. I did have the second camera on a big zoom which is why you can see the motion. The motion actually helps prove there aren't any tricks. If it was static, I could easily fake it. What I dids not really that impressive. Lots of guys shoot better than I do at those distances.
I guess I need to shoot more, I've been fighting the grip on the carbon stealth but I got the torque down now I've been shooting at 60 bout 6 to 7 inch grouping. My arm would be shakey after 60 arrows I stop shooting when loosing confidence and past 70 target gets blurry.
Im fatigued by the end, for sure. 2/3 through my sets are where my best arrows are falling. Just keep pushing back and see what happens. You'll get used to it.
300 spine victory vap elites with the 50 grain outsert. Still trying to decide on vanes. So far I like the larger 4 Fletch AAE. I'll do a vane review video coming up at some point. Need to get out the broadheads.
Only issue with the Kure is it stops at 30" draw length and I'm a 30.5 or 31. If you like to tinker with your setup, Kure is a great bow. If you're more set it and forget it, probably the Mathews.
Can't complane about the 120 grouping HELL most of the groupings warn't bad I heard the Cam draw hint , well watch Chris Bee draw . I use both arm's to start the draw with the bow pointing at or VERY near the target . about 1/2 way back on the draw i use me release arm to pull the rest of the way Most of the draw is done through my chin , shoulder down , four-arm up and hand through the chin to back of the jaw Do all your bows draw , anchor the same ? You look like you have a few bows (I only have three two that i use) One of my bows has .010 pins I REALLY LIKE THEM you can see what your shooting you just my have to use a sight light AND REMEMBER TO TURN IT OFF BE FOR YOU PACK YOUR BOW AWAY !!!! I have subscribed and enjoy watching your video's maybe not the hunting ones for me (i'm not a hunter) You said you where going to do more JUST SHOOTING video's keep them coming Tim Bitts
Ive got some ideas to get the draw a bit better. I'll do some comparisons and see how it goes. I wonder how it'll effect my time at full draw as well. I bought 5 bows this year to test out and see which one I liked the best. Ill only keep one so I won't be bouncing around much. I think I want a 35" thats more of a 3d setup that I always leave setup and dialed in. My Black Gold's bottom pin is a .010. Ill be curious how my 4x lens and the black gold improves groups
@@brandonmcdonald6121 WOW thanks for the VERY quick reply . Do to my draw length i'm unable to shoot a lot of different bow's (25.5) I did get to shoot a HOYT RX-4 the draw was very nice and super dead in the hand (bear bow) I'm a Bowtech guy BTX-28 and a n SR-6 65 lbs and 70 lbs both on comp mode The draw's on both are aggressive but the BTX's has VERY LITTLE BACK wall And i like the draw on them both I like the distance shooting big time The SR-6 was to be a 3D bow but even at my draw length it barres the arrow But at 60+ yds Man can it shoot i can some times get to shoot passed 100 when the range is empty If you do a draw video do some slow mo in it so we can watch it close WAITING AND WATCHING Tim Bitts
It's complicated, but ideally you want more efficient movement which is, less movement. If you can repeat it, and it doesn't hurt, it doesn't matter all that much. Just for me, it's not exactly what I want my cycle to look like.
Good shooting. I wouldn't say your draw is wrong. Watch some of Griv's stuff, or, Come to think of it, I think Chris Bee just did something about drawing.
Thanks for the recommendation. I'll check them out. I need to stop the bow from dipping below the target and coming back up. Wastes time. I don't think I'll ever have that big follow through but I've got to focus on that part of my shot more.
Only about half way through video and I do think you have a ghost behind the camera. Do you ever practice shooting from your knees? I ask because on your black deer hunt you had to and I would figure and spot and stalk situations shooting from your knees would most likely be a shot that you would have to take.
Brandon Mcdonald yeah all of the what if situations are tough to account for and practice when you are trying to focus on the perfect scenario which will most likely never happen unless you are a ninja. I do appreciate all the videos which show the good and the bad. The best way to learn is to fail and learn from mistakes. Iron in all the good and weed out the bad
Brandon Mcdonald looks like a twist counter clockwise from what I can tell in the video, before almost every shot you tweeted it to line it up, I did that all last hunting season, and was so happy when my pro shop asked me why I kept doing that, they aligned it, now one less thing to think about before each shot.
@@brandonmcdonald6121 If you have a silencer in your string, just put it in a press and slide your silencer up or down a little bit to twist your string, that should help line it up. If not, then you can adjust your D loop so that when it pulls the string it twists it a little bit and that can help but it will sometimes move over time. Nice shooting though, very impressive. I am working on 90 yds and can hit a 24x24 target, but not with nearly the accuracy you are getting.
There are tons of Great bows and I own a few..The TRAVERSE is hands down my favorite bow year round.
You make great content man, great editing, clean transitions, subtle background music. What really attracts me to your channel is the fact that you can afford the "higher end" equipment but you don't exude this kind of "just pick this up at your local pro shop" mentality, your humility in the way you display these products and your experience is refreshing. If I had one criticism it would be to put out more content, finish the 2020 bow face off (add a hoyt axius ultra maybe) and stay as humble and real as you have been. Keep it coming man, great shit!
Thanks for the feedback. I've got all the video shots lined up for the face off and the actual shooting is complete. Just need to dig in and get it done. It's going to be super comprehensive. Might have to be 2 parts.
Damn good shooting Brandon! That Mathews Traverse is one sweet shooting bow! I definitely love mine!
What a perfect lane for that. Good shooting! I am anxiously awaiting my new LH bow...
If I trim the trees I can go to 300 yards. Not that that's ever gonna happen!
Nice 4th & 5th arrow fudging Brady McBelichick.
Love my Trav. I work in a bow shop and I get 200 dollars under cost, once a year with my mathews dealer package. Best 550 dollars I ever spent.
Love the Traverse , best Bow I have ever shot and I have been shooting since I was 5 . Great info , im sighting mine in this week . Picked up a new sight and im anxious to shoot lol . Thanks for sharing .
Thanks for another great video Brandon. I shared with some friends on Facebook because I’ve never been so impressed with the quality of content you share...it’s like I’m rooting for you!!!. Your content for someone like me who has been out of touch with all the new gear is helpful, overwhelming at times, but helpful nevertheless. I shoot a 2000 Golden Eagle, which at the time in my life I had no kids and had money, it was top of the line. Then life, family and work took priority and my love for archery had to take a back seat due more to lack of funds than anything else. But after watching your videos you’ve convinced me it’s now time to try to set aside $20 a month for an upgrade. At that rate hopefully in a few years I can get a new bow and arrows because I’m in desperate need of a makeover. I share your passion for the sport so your videos allow me to live vicariously in your world if only for 15 minutes here and there. I just wish I had found you sooner to get in on your bow giveaway. What an amazing gift you made...BRAVO!
I hunted this afternoon and had 7 does and a nice 8pt near my stand at around 70yds, but I can only shoot out to 40yds comfortably/ethically, which is frustrating watching you drive tacks at 120yds. Wow!!!.. Keep the content coming and keep it real.
Can I suggest try using some drone footage so I can see you shoot from up above. Just a different perspective I noticed one of the fishing channels I watch is now using. It’s gives really cool angles to watch the action from. Thanks Brandon!
Sounds like you've got a plan. Is it possible for you to do anything else to make more money to speed the process up? More education to get a raise, a new position altogether etc? Anything laying around you haven't used you'd want to sell? Just seeing if you can get there quicker.
Hi
I don't know about anyone else but to me you over anylize
so much you are kind of making archery a JOB. I get you but just enjoy it.
I love your videos bud! Keep up the great work sir
I'm enjoying revisiting these older videos of yours Brandon. I think you had a really good vibe going on with your Traverse. Though good to see you joining us on the PSE "dark side" lol.
Haha. I’m not brand loyal, just lookin for the best thing I can find
Another great vid, buddy. Always look forward to watching and learning with you
Thanks for watching
Great shooting, 👌👌👌👌
What I was truly impressed about was your honesty because you know, most of us have many problems as well. Other people just record the good shoots, and not the bad ones.
My groping @100 is about 1’.
I’m no expert by no means, but as Gorge straight would say PRACTICE MAKES IT PERFECT, GONNA GE IT RIGHT. 😎😎😎
Nice shooting. Bought my first bow (revolt x) on Jan 25th. Enjoy watching you shoot and seeing what is possible. Thank you. You are still ducking your head to the left when drawing.
Agreed. It's because I'm bringing my draw arm up higher than id like, drawing overhead rather than more off to the side. My elbow can't handle the other way, so my head moves out of the way. Congrats on the bow. Hope you learn to love this craft as much as I do.
Holy Crap. I just reset my back yard shooting situation. Set a deer target out behind the house. Set 20, 30, 40, 50, and 60 yard stakes...and the only thing that I can say is... you shot extremely well for the yardage posted. I have tons of work to do. I am just a peasant. Wow.
Hahaha, I had a good day. For the last two days, I've been TERRIBLE!
Last year I went to the bow shop to buy a vertix, walked out with the Traverse and never regretted it. I actually like the longer Axle to Axle.
I love 70 M for my Olympic Recurve and my Freestyle Compound. Great Video!!
Thanks for watching
I appreciate the shooting videos, especially when I can look at your form. Next steps for me are to start recording myself for playback. Great shooting, and great content.
Even if it's cell phone video that no one else sees it'll change your game. Focus on one thing at a time.
I'm digging the 90s softcore Skinamax music... lol
Im going to start using that as my search parameters from now on!
That is some damn fine shooting. well done
Got another one coming up out to 150! Pretty excited about that one.
Daaaamn. I need to go watch your arrow video again.
I'm getting ready to do one where I go out farther than that. A lot farther!
@@brandonmcdonald6121 I’m looking forward to it.
MAN!! that is some great shooting! Hitting a moving target takes a lot of skill .
Lol
I feel ya, there's something about 70+ yards, it's like a second wind almost. Good shooting!
I've never liked 60 for some reason. It's really strange. Might just be scope location. Probably never know!
Nice grouping. Gotta love that new matthews.
She's getting old... Almost a year! Haha. Mathews makes great stuff
@@brandonmcdonald6121 yeah my vertix is having a birthday here soon. I can't imagine your dilemma. It's hard to pick between my carbon defiant and my vertix. I was really looking forward to coming to Tennessee and getting some range time. I'm glad to see that your still sending it. I'm fletching some new arrows and watching your videos. Hopefully they'll get this mess figured out soon. Glad to see that you guys are doing well.
@@brandonmcdonald6121 what's the name of your favorite archery shop near you. I'm looking for half out inserts for axis arrows and nobody has them.
You crushed that!
Nice group !
Great shooting at those distances, well done!
Thanks very much!
Dude! Sick shooting!
Thanks!
That was a nice session. My thought is that later on, you embraced what the shot was, and then thought about what happened. As opposed to the first round where you tried to make adjustments based on one result. Nobutadu in "The Last Samurai" said, "...too many mind." And, Dan Aykroyd said (as Sigmund Freud), "Sometimes a banana is just a banana. Anna?" Set up, execute. Set up, execute. Don't chase a single wrong answer, learn from repeated mistakes. Great job on both fronts. I look forward to every update!
Mindset seems to be easy for me but focus and follow through are not! Everytime I video myself and edit it I learn a lot about things I want to change. The more I shoot the less I worry about the results.
@@brandonmcdonald6121 That's why we all like you! You think... and its out loud. lol You are one of those guys that helps me identify something in my own process (most) everytime.
That's some mighty fine shooting!
I'm not missing that Black Buck at 100 again!
Just picked up a used traverse. Really liking it! Nice to watch this video and see what can be done in the hands of someone skilled like you! Can you tell me what target you are using? Thanks!
Hi. Great shooting. Just a couple of quickie questions. Did you have a 4X magnifier or whatever magnifier in your scope? And... do you like the VXR over the Traverse? Thanks! And like said.... that is a great lane for shooting! Rick
No lens for this video. Just the hunting setup with a giant, bright top pin. I'm going to do a shootout between the two. This was the Traverse part.
Nice120 group. What is the arrow weight and speed? We’re those full metal jackets?
Im shooting 450 grain Victory VAP Elites. I shot Full metal jackets for a couple of years but switched to these now. That bows probably in the 270-280 fps range. Havent chronod that one.
Nice Shooting! Loving my Traverse
Agreed!
That’s pritty good group 120
Do you have 60 or 70 lb limbs? Have you tested both in the traverse? If so, what’s the difference?
I focused on pin float which looked like on the Traverse was similar to the Prime in the last video. I was given a heads up on the lens on my new Black Gold 1 pin sight. I ordered the 4X since the 2X isn't much difference than not having 1 @ all. When I had right elbow tendinitis 2 years ago for the 7th time ( played competitive tennis) i had 2 draw that way with a strap on forefinger release. Hiwever I did a DIY rubber tube for me 2 grip or I couldn't draw. Now I'm back with the Stan this afternoon shooting in the snow. Must be nice having leaves. We might be months away @ this point.
4x seems to be a good zoom. 6x requires a Clarifier (or verifier, I cant ever remember) The weather has been amazing here. Got cold and rainy today but we had a great week. Got lots of shooting done.
@@brandonmcdonald6121 You look like it. Finished 1 week ago setting paracord loops 4 saddle hunting. Now I've been cutting dead 🌳 that might come down wrong & ruin my week @ home. Very impressed by the stacking on the new SEVR targets. Problem is with the cold. Shooting a 23 style fat Victory arrow that heats up with friction & nearly freezes in the self healing foam is counter productive. Hope 2 get in lots of shooting @ the end of the month. They have a all black grid pattern u stick golf tees into & I put that target on the top. Let u know after I get a reasonable sample size how it works.
Damn good shooting.
I started doing something similar yesterday with (one of) my recurve(s).
Normally I only shoot it on the 20m range, but yesterday I pushed it out to 40m in stiff wind - I was surprised that I didn't miss the target once.
So now I'll start doing it with my compounds... 80-100m instead of 40-50m... I just gotta find a 100m range first :(
Very impressive. I get my new sight soon and can hopefully find a place that goes over 40 yards.
You can get great at shorter distances by setting up games for yourself. Take a playing card and tape it to the target. Shoot out the shapes at 20 yards. Keeps you from breaking arrows and gets you dialed in and focused on a small aiming point
Thinking of getting the traverse next. Have the RealmX currently and not thrilled with it. How you like the traverse?
Love it. I'll use it for 3d this coming year.
That's pretty damn good shooting. I bet you're wondering if you should stick with the Traverse. Questions, is your hunting arrow 450 grains? What's your poundage? You make reference to the Black Eagle. Which one did you shoot? I'm shoot the VXR 28 at 64lbs. I have some Axis's but couldn't get my fps where I wanted them along with FOC. I'm wanting a 14-17% FOC if possible and around 270fps. Currently shooting BE Rampage and I like them. Thanks for the videos. Really enjoy them.
I had the bow setup for Black Eagle x impacts for 3d. They were really light i think mid 300s, im shooting the Victory Vap elites right now. 450 G
Good shooting I see your taking your buddy Kirk advice ab=n practicing shots out to 120-130. I should do that also. Keep it up
Im going to get the bow I'm keeping all setup and hammer from 80+. Hoping I can get to a TAC event. They cancelled both the ones I was signed up for
@@brandonmcdonald6121 Ok Ya I'm suppose to go to TAC in June, but still haven't been emailed on it being canceled yet,, Ya I need to practice more to at 80+ also.
Nice shooting! Is that foam block is two by two, assuming each little hex is 8"? Regardless, awesome group at 120 yards! By the way, is there a lens in that spot hogg?
I'd have to measure but I'd say between two and 3 inches for the smaller dots and then 8-10 inches for the hexs.
That shooting ant no joke
What happened to the VXR?
Hey Brandon now you have the VXR how do you compare these two in accuracy and shootability?
Vxr is all around better. Not like 20% better but it’s better. The super long riser has some magic in it
Try Stan Perfex release, huge help for follow through and it makes your back muscles work!
That's actually been my go to release for two seasons now. It's honestly just me and my form... Working on it! I do love that release though
I also lovin it.
Keep up doing great videos.
Regards from Slovenia!
@@primozkaluza3621 Wow!! Slovenia, thats awesome. Thanks for watching.
Hey Brandon, Do you have any drills you like to do? wondering if you would make a video on them if you do any?
Curious as to why your camera floats so much when mounted to a tripod with zero wind. I know very little about photography but very interested in getting a camera that can do slo-mo arrow flight but that seems almost impossible if there is that much float with zero wind variable.
That specific camera is a canon 80d with a Tamron 18-400 lens. It's not at all the setup I recommend for slomo videos. Some of the camcorders have really good slow motion and are much more versatile than that camera and lens. The only thing I can think is, it's a stabilized lens and when it's zoomed all the way out to 400 its got something wierd going on.
I just picked up a Traverse. What stabilizer set up did you use for hunting?
I've got the Cutter stabilizers and I really like them. I did a video about stabs with a giveaway from them. I'd link it but I don't know how!
Is the VXR any better than the Traverse??? Lotta people shot the Traverse and don't seem to see as many selling it over the VXR...
Vxr holds better but the traverse is more accurate for me with the more forgiving brace height.
Been shooting mathews since my 1st SQ-2 and always was dead in the hand shooting. Shot the VXR 28 over the weekend and had a little thump in the hand that I didn't expect. Loved when It broke over. Very comfortable. The Traverse have the same feel on the shot to u or was it more dead in your opinion.
Great shooting! Only thing I would try to get out of the habit of coming from the bottom try to focus on the target immediately and let the pin just go there using vision. If it works, it works but not the recommend IMO. Looks like that bow suits your needs perfectly! I need to stop being cheap and get one of those targets!
I think you're right. I notice it more editing the videos where I'm cutting right after the draw and my hold is always higher. I've been watching a bunch of pro field tournaments and they all do what you're saying. Come from the top or almost right at it. Matrix is awesome. I'm a fan!
Is this the best bow for 32” draw length?
What sight are you using?
How much do you shoot and how many arrows, I shoot 20 a day and I can't shoot that accurate. Are you using zoom feature? Camera effects? Hmmm
Lots and lots for almost 10 years now. I usually shoot 60-80ish arrows in a session. I did have the second camera on a big zoom which is why you can see the motion. The motion actually helps prove there aren't any tricks. If it was static, I could easily fake it. What I dids not really that impressive. Lots of guys shoot better than I do at those distances.
I guess I need to shoot more, I've been fighting the grip on the carbon stealth but I got the torque down now I've been shooting at 60 bout 6 to 7 inch grouping. My arm would be shakey after 60 arrows I stop shooting when loosing confidence and past 70 target gets blurry.
Im fatigued by the end, for sure. 2/3 through my sets are where my best arrows are falling. Just keep pushing back and see what happens. You'll get used to it.
How do you like traverse compared to halon32
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Whats your arrow setup? Great shooting!
300 spine victory vap elites with the 50 grain outsert. Still trying to decide on vanes. So far I like the larger 4 Fletch AAE. I'll do a vane review video coming up at some point. Need to get out the broadheads.
@@brandonmcdonald6121 Rad! Keep up the great work, great channel. Appreciate your knowledgable and unbiased approach.
What poundage are shooting the traverse?
70
Anyone know what target that is?
Matrix!
What did you like more the elite Kure or any of the Mathews bows
Only issue with the Kure is it stops at 30" draw length and I'm a 30.5 or 31. If you like to tinker with your setup, Kure is a great bow. If you're more set it and forget it, probably the Mathews.
Brandon Mcdonald ok thanks for the feed back
Brandon : "let's do 120, it'll be fun!"
Me: "let's do 120, because I hate myself"
Haha! Just wait until I drop the next one where I go to 150!
Can't complane about the 120 grouping HELL most of the groupings warn't bad I heard the Cam draw hint , well watch Chris Bee draw . I use both arm's to start the draw with the bow pointing at or VERY near the target . about 1/2 way back on the draw i use me release arm to pull the rest of the way Most of the draw is done through my chin , shoulder down , four-arm up and hand through the chin to back of the jaw Do all your bows draw , anchor the same ?
You look like you have a few bows (I only have three two that i use) One of my bows has .010 pins I REALLY LIKE THEM you can see what your shooting you just my have to use a sight light AND REMEMBER TO TURN IT OFF BE FOR YOU PACK YOUR BOW AWAY !!!!
I have subscribed and enjoy watching your video's maybe not the hunting ones for me (i'm not a hunter) You said you where going to do more JUST SHOOTING video's keep them coming Tim Bitts
Ive got some ideas to get the draw a bit better. I'll do some comparisons and see how it goes. I wonder how it'll effect my time at full draw as well.
I bought 5 bows this year to test out and see which one I liked the best. Ill only keep one so I won't be bouncing around much.
I think I want a 35" thats more of a 3d setup that I always leave setup and dialed in. My Black Gold's bottom pin is a .010. Ill be curious how my 4x lens and the black gold improves groups
@@brandonmcdonald6121 WOW thanks for the VERY quick reply . Do to my draw length i'm unable to shoot a lot of different bow's (25.5)
I did get to shoot a HOYT RX-4 the draw was very nice and super dead in the hand (bear bow) I'm a Bowtech guy BTX-28 and a n SR-6
65 lbs and 70 lbs both on comp mode The draw's on both are aggressive but the BTX's has VERY LITTLE BACK wall And i like the draw on them both I like the distance shooting big time The SR-6 was to be a 3D bow but even at my draw length it barres the arrow But at 60+ yds Man can it shoot i can some times get to shoot passed 100 when the range is empty If you do a draw video do some slow mo in it so we can watch it close WAITING AND WATCHING Tim Bitts
It's been too long since I have been able to shoot my bow! Gosh dang you covid...
Shoot inside! Seriously, blind bale inside. I've been doing some of it and it seriously helps.
Sadly I dont ha e a target, but I have been blind bailing at home, but without letting the arrow go.
Let's do a hundred
Why is cam Hanes draw cycle incorrect? I draw my bow the same way. But good shooting!!
It's complicated, but ideally you want more efficient movement which is, less movement. If you can repeat it, and it doesn't hurt, it doesn't matter all that much. Just for me, it's not exactly what I want my cycle to look like.
Good shooting. I wouldn't say your draw is wrong. Watch some of Griv's stuff, or, Come to think of it, I think Chris Bee just did something about drawing.
Thanks for the recommendation. I'll check them out. I need to stop the bow from dipping below the target and coming back up. Wastes time. I don't think I'll ever have that big follow through but I've got to focus on that part of my shot more.
Only about half way through video and I do think you have a ghost behind the camera. Do you ever practice shooting from your knees? I ask because on your black deer hunt you had to and I would figure and spot and stalk situations shooting from your knees would most likely be a shot that you would have to take.
Yes i do, but not enough. I also practice open bodied and sitting. Open sucks. Changes everything.
Brandon Mcdonald yeah all of the what if situations are tough to account for and practice when you are trying to focus on the perfect scenario which will most likely never happen unless you are a ninja. I do appreciate all the videos which show the good and the bad. The best way to learn is to fail and learn from mistakes. Iron in all the good and weed out the bad
Nice flinging
Dont sell yourself short you can get lucky 5 arrows at 120
For the love of god man, adjust that peep😆
Which way you thinking? I'm open to advice, just tell me what to try and why
Brandon Mcdonald looks like a twist counter clockwise from what I can tell in the video, before almost every shot you tweeted it to line it up, I did that all last hunting season, and was so happy when my pro shop asked me why I kept doing that, they aligned it, now one less thing to think about before each shot.
That should say tweaked not tweeted
Gotcha. You are right about that. I've got it rough tied right now. I need about 1/4 turn. Good observation.
@@brandonmcdonald6121 If you have a silencer in your string, just put it in a press and slide your silencer up or down a little bit to twist your string, that should help line it up. If not, then you can adjust your D loop so that when it pulls the string it twists it a little bit and that can help but it will sometimes move over time. Nice shooting though, very impressive. I am working on 90 yds and can hit a 24x24 target, but not with nearly the accuracy you are getting.
Man nice shooting. Love your videos. I shoot 100+ almost every day. I hit a nickel at 100 yards. I posted it if you want to see.
Wow!! Very cool shot. Thanks for watching. Good idea to hold it in a nock.