T-Bone Outdoors Blog http://tboneoutdoors.com/blog {site_description} {site_language} T-Bone Copyright 2011 2011-06-23T18:34:+00:00 The Recurve http://tboneoutdoors.com/blog/the_recurve http://tboneoutdoors.com/blog/the_recurve Over the next few weeks, I’ll be posting videos on how to set up a recurve. This is a really great series that shows some tips and techniques that I’ve learned over the years that will help you be a better traditional archer.

Now anyone who has ever switched from a compound to a recurve knows that it’s no easy task. But with some practice and learning how to properly shoot one, harvesting any animal with a traditional piece of archery equipment can be one of the most rewarding trophies in a lifetime.

I’m really excited about this series and look forward to getting your feedback on what you think.

]]> 2011-06-23T18:34:47+00:00 Weston Foods is Good! http://tboneoutdoors.com/blog/weston_foods_is_good http://tboneoutdoors.com/blog/weston_foods_is_good As you all know, I know a thing or two about food and how to make it delicious. So that’s why I’m very proud to help my friends at Weston Foods announce the launch of their new website.

Any hunter needs to check this stuff out, especially if they are interested in doing their own processing. Weston has all the goods you need to make that happen, and for a great price.

Ya’ll get out there and take a look, ya hear!

]]> 2011-05-19T14:41:59+00:00 Hanging With Fisher’s ATV World http://tboneoutdoors.com/blog/hanging_with_fishers_atv_world http://tboneoutdoors.com/blog/hanging_with_fishers_atv_world Over the past few months, I’ve had the great pleasure to spend time with the gang at Fisher’s ATV World. We’ve done quite a bit of riding and chatting about the best ATVs and utility vehicles out on the market today.

But this trip we had a little more fun.

Check out the video his team put together of our recent hunt and fun in Hogansville.

]]> 2011-01-12T14:44:32+00:00 Some Peep Sight Advice http://tboneoutdoors.com/blog/some_peep_sight_advice http://tboneoutdoors.com/blog/some_peep_sight_advice I’ve been asked about the pros and cons of using a peep sight, so I wanted to take some time and address this issue. There are a lot of advantages to not having a rear peep, but the main reason most archers go without one is because it allows more light in to you sight area, which allows you to shoot later in the evenings. But the cons to that set up is without a rear sight to look through, it makes it harder to maintain your anchor, therefore your groups suffer and begin to open up. In my opinion I would rather have the peep sight to keep me accurate 95% of the time and consistent. And then in low-light conditions I will practice shooting outside my peep and compensating. Most low-light shots are going to be pretty close shots, and shooting at long distances when you don’t have enough light is just not ethical.

I prefer the G5 meta peep, but there are several good peeps on the market today. I hope that has shined a little light on things for you. No pun intended!

]]> 2010-11-29T13:43:18+00:00 How to Deal with Target Panic http://tboneoutdoors.com/blog/how_to_deal_with_target_panic http://tboneoutdoors.com/blog/how_to_deal_with_target_panic If you have been an archer or bowhunter for a long time, then you have more than likely experienced target panic. This is one of the most frustrating events that can happen to an archery, but you have to learn how to deal with it. In fact, yours truly went through it for about a year and a half back in the early 90s.

So, just what is the best way to deal with target panic? It’s simply mind over matter. Most folks get target panic when they begin flinching when shooting, so they hold up under the target so they don’t flinch when the pin hits the dot. What I recommend to do in the beginning is to shoot a lot of arrows at close yardage, say 5 yards, and put a piece of tape over your sights so that you just work on execution. Then practice aiming without shooting so that you see the perfect sight picture every time. Do these two things separate for several weeks or more. Re-training your brain and muscle memory, then try just a few shots normal to see how things are going and always use the practice routine to keep you sharp on your shot.

Don’t try and rush this process. Overcoming target panic takes time and should be something you take very seriously, but always keep in mind that even the best archers and hunters go through it.

]]> 2010-11-27T16:01:00+00:00 Choosing the Right Broadhead http://tboneoutdoors.com/blog/choosing_the_right_broadhead http://tboneoutdoors.com/blog/choosing_the_right_broadhead When looking at how to select the right broadhead for your archery setup, there are two options: fixed blade and mechanical broadheads. Many hunters have recently switched to mechanical heads because they fly more true than fixed heads right out of the box. Now, why is that? Well, the main reason is that fixed blades are not as aerodynamic as field points. The blades act like rudders and a lot of folks don’t know this, but on fixed blades if the tip of the head is not perfectly aligned with the shaft, it will magnify the bad arrow flight. This is one reason mechanicals have become so popular over the past few years.

So for those of you who are shooting fixed blade broadheads, make sure your heads are tuned, aligned, and spin tested. This will make a huge difference in your accuracy. And by all means, make sure you practice with a hunting head before you go climb in your stand.

My broadheads of choice are the G5 T3 and the G5 Striker. I use the T3 for whitetails and the Striker for elk-sized game. And boy I’m ready to start letting them fly this fall!

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