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Entry level traditional bow

Black hunter or entry level ILF riser. The ILF would allow more options. If you're right handed, the best option would be a TBOW/TAOW setup. Basically a knock off of a high end Hoyt Satori that by all account is worth the price.

I would recommend an old classical Bear too, but its rare to find one in 30-35lbs which is the recommended poundage for beginners. I made the mistake of getting a 50lbs as my first trad bow. Develop horrible forms.....
 
I shoot a few bows, including a couple customs that are amazing. I took a black hunter in trade out of curiosity, and can't believe what a fun time I am having with it so a second vote for the black hunter. Just a sweet little, good shooting bow at that price point. If I could go back and start over. I would buy one in 35lb, then another in 45 when I was ready. Would have saved me a lot of money in the beginning.
 
Vote 3 for Samick Sage. Get one between 45-55# and call it a day for right around $200 including arrows. Cabela’s sells a proprietary bow that’s basically the same thing, also made by Fleetwood, and it’s the same $.
 
I just ordered a Samick Sage from Tom Clum's archery shop. I have been watching Tom's videos on proper form and the 53# at 28" loaner from a friend is just to much for me to actually work on form. I wish I would have seen this post first as I ordered the bow with 25# limbs, maybe should have considered 35# based off this discussion. I too just want to play around the yard and eventually do some hog huts with my buddies and not have to be the only one lugging a compound around. I do believe I will stay with my compound for deer hunting as I have put a lot of effort into being confident in my ability of making a lethal shot. Plus, you traditional guys are super dedicated to the time needed to master your craft and and I am not sure if I will ever have that kind of time.
Good luck jgleas114!!!!
 
Just_Hangin_N_GA said:
I just ordered a Samick Sage from Tom Clum's archery shop. I have been watching Tom's videos on proper form and the 53# at 28" loaner from a friend is just to much for me to actually work on form. I wish I would have seen this post first as I ordered the bow with 25# limbs, maybe should have considered 35# based off this discussion. I too just want to play around the yard and eventually do some hog huts with my buddies and not have to be the only one lugging a compound around. I do believe I will stay with my compound for deer hunting as I have put a lot of effort into being confident in my ability of making a lethal shot. Plus, you traditional guys are super dedicated to the time needed to master your craft and and I am not sure if I will ever have that kind of time.
Good luck jgleas114!!!!
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No reason you can’t get/use multiple limbs and dial in. I personally find 45# to be the sweet spot for beginner adults. Kinda difficult to sling two dozen arrows at first, but not too difficult to practice consistency and form.
 
I have a SWA Spyder (Sage clone) with 40lb limbs and I use it as my summer range bow. Training sessions last a bit longer vs my hunting bows. Pleasant to shoot and has decent construction. I think they are going for $139 right now and extra limbs are around $75. The string was low quality but otherwise a good value.
 
Just_Hangin_N_GA said:
.......... Plus, you traditional guys are super dedicated to the time needed to master your craft and and I am not sure if I will ever have that kind of time.
Good luck jgleas114!!!!
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Haha, the closer you get to the critter, the less dedication towards form you'll need!
I always say that anyone can hunt and be lethal with trad. You just have to get close.
 
clintopher said:
Another vote for the sage. Or if you’re feeling frisky, build a board bow.
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Came here to say exactly this. Google up "pyramid bow".

Also lots of people on Instructables and Youtube making bows out of melted/shaped PVC... part of me says that if that was a good idea you'd see it places like here and Tradgang, but I'm sure it would scratch the DIY itch for the right person.

But you could buy a Sage, or whatever they have at Cabela's, for sub-$150, and be shooting this afternoon.
 
I started out with a Sage bow and even now believe it lacks nothing. There are other great starter bows mentioned that have a great track record. If I knew how cheap it was to get into traditional archery years ago I would have done it a long time ago.
 
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