greatree recurve bow, mohegan

[tucker]

Hello, It's been awhile since I've checked out graybeard forum. Maybe get some good input from you experienced archers. I'm checking out this bow. Its a Greatree bow they named mohegan. Any of you have shooting experience with one of these? This bow can be had anything from 48" to 62" in just about any pounds draw to about 40#. Sure do look like a well made recurve bow for decent price. Any good advice is appreciated. Thanks, tucker

[theoldarcher]

If you will go to www.threeriversarchery.com, and type in greatree mohegan, you can get particulars on the specs of the bow and see several reviews of it from owners.  It looks like a great bow for a beginner or for young archers.  Best of luck, Arch.

[Yankee1]

Hello Tucker
   I am not familiar with that long bow but I have shot longbows as well as others for a long time.  I prefer a longer bow because I shoot using my fingers to draw and release the string.  If the bow is short the Vee formed by the string at full draw is difficult to release cleanly. If the string is disturbed on the release it will cause the shot to go astray. On the other hand if the bow is of sufficient length and you just relax your hand the string will find its way straight forward and the accuracy will be good. So length is very important to me.
I also use a western style tab that is made slicker from being sprayed with silicon spray.
                                      Good Luck with your choice
                                             Yankee1

[tucker]

Thanks for the replys! I'm also looking at a recurve that comes from a place called october mountain. A takedown and can get it to 66 inch. This also looks like a good bow for the price they want for one. Sure would like to check these bows out, hands on before I buy it. Guess I'll just "wing it" as they say. Thanks tucker

[okielectrician]

If shooting a shorter bow and the pinch becomes a problem you can always put on a nocking point on the string which your arrow nocks under it then your three fingers pull the string under the arrow.I been shooting this way for many years since i bought a takedown recurve.
To me its easier than the traditional one above two below.IMO

[tucker]

Thanks for advice, I appreciate that. I have a very old bow I believe a york long recurvebow real light draw maybe 22 pound I like to shoot when I can. And now I've decided for a new bow, which will be a longer 62 - 66 inch bow. The bow I get will be about 35 - 38 pound draw. I need the right arrows, so that I know will be given its consideration. So I guess it is time to set aside the old bow with mismatched arrows and do better. Although, sure have had great learning experience with that old,old bow Thanks! tucker

[theoldarcher]

Tucker: just food for thought--not sure where you are located, but since it's so close to summer keep your eyes open for traditional bow shoots near you.  I have found them to be a great place to try bows the vendors will have on display.  Most will let you shoot what the have in stock at these shoots--they may ask you to leave your driver's license with them until you bring the bow back, but that's no problem.  While you have a bowyer's attention, and his bow in your hand, be sure to ask him questions...lots of questions about his bows and how they will fit you.  You don't have to buy the most expensive bow on the market to get a wonderful, servicable bow, so be up front with them about what you can spend--you may get a surprise and a bit of a gift!  Here in MI we are blessed with several shoots that are within easy drives, or overnighters, of lots of trad guys, so there are also many used bows being sold at these gatherings.

Best of luck, Arch

[tucker]

Okay! Thanks theoldarcher! Your good advice is well taken! I appreciate it. Although I have already contacted a local shop here and the archery man can get me the bow I asked about. But I will check on archery events here and see what I can find. Thanks! tucker