How to Choose the Perfect Bow

We're all getting anxious as archery seasons are opening soon around the U.S. You may be considering purchasing or ordering a new bow for this season, and I'll take you through the steps of determining what to look for.

While a lot depends on personal preference, including overall weight and color, there are a few things you want to pay close attention to. The basics include the draw, ATA, cam, let-off, bracing and stabilizers.

Draw

We'll start out discussing the draw length, which is typically determined by the length of your arm span and width of your shoulders. I would recommend visiting a pro shop and having them measure you, but if don't have one nearby...