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What is a good grouping at 20 yards?
If you are shooting an “archery minute of angle” with your bow when practicing under perfect conditions, then expect your groups to open to around 10 inches in the real world of hunting at 20 yards.
How far can a 40 lb compound bow shoot?
How Far Can a Bow Shoot? | Ranges by Draw Weight (With Chart)
| Bow Type | Draw Weight | Effective Range |
|---|---|---|
| 40 lbs | 25 – 30yds | |
| Compound bow | 30 lbs | 30 – 40 yards |
| 35 lbs | 40 – 50 yards | |
| 40 lbs | 50 – 60 yards |
How tight should my arrow groups be?
How tight should your arrow groups be? Your arrow groups should be AT MOST 6″ over 30 yards to bring down an average white-tailed deer.
What is a good group for bow hunting?
In reality, most bow hunters can hold less than a 2″ group at 20, a 3″ group at 30, etc. Target shooters will constantly damage arrows, at 20 and 30 yards, if they shoot at the same spot.
What is the average bow shot on a deer?
As the average bow hunting shot for whitetail is approximately 20 yards practice to hit a 6 inch circle at 40 yards.
What is a good group at 60 yards?
I would agree with the 6 inch group at 60 yds as a good measure for a better than average archer. For me, after a full practice session at 60 yds, the 40 yard shot seems a lot easier. I shoot for groups in all my practice, usually three arrow groups.
What is a good group at 40 yards?
Registered. 4″ at 40 yards should be ok.
What is the best distance to shoot a compound bow?
The general recommendation for a young archer under the age of 12 would be to start shooting at 5 yards. This is regardless of bow type (traditional or compound). If the young shooter is having trouble hitting the target, move them in to 10 feet until they can consistently hit the target.
What is the maximum shot a bowhunter can take?
Not long ago, a 30-yard shot was the maximum shot that a bowhunter would take in the field. Eventually, it was extended to 40 yards. Now many bowhunters I know don’t think twice about taking a 50-yard shot at an animal.
Does long range shooting make you a better bowhunter?
“Long range shooting can make any bowhunter an all-around better bowhunter,” said Schaffer. “Regardless if a person practices taking 20-yard shots at whitetails or 50-yard shots, practicing at 60 or 70 yards will make them a better bowhunter.”
What is the best distance to start archery practice?
In most cases, as a beginner you’ll want to stand fairly close to your target until you’re consistent. As a general recommendation young archers should start at 5 yards, adult archers shooting traditional bows should start at 8-10 yards, and compound bow shooters can start at 10-15 yards.