The origin of hunting is as old as the existence of man himself, since among other things it served him to survive and guarantee the population of the planet. Even today many places in the world continue to use this technique in order to satisfy primary needs.
The difference between a hunter from thousands of years ago and those of today lies in the fact that those who practice hunting today are for pure sporting pleasure. There is a great diversity in terms of hunting modalities, being archery as old as it is used.
Shooting and the bow have evolved throughout history but what really needs to be worked on are our instincts because, accustomed to city life, we have them somewhat diminished. Rediscovering our most archaic senses is, along with enjoyment, the main objective of this practice.
Hunting with a bow is a competition not only between prey and man, but it also represents a challenge for ourselves, since we will be alone against our adversary. Bow and arrow separate us from the final victory, which is not getting a trophy but knowing that we have been able to surpass ourselves.
You have to know how to choose a good bow, since not all of us can use the same models or sizes, aspects such as physical strength, measurements, and the intended use must be taken into account. Let's give... One of the most recommended if you are thinking of getting started is the pulley bow: you barely have to train, it is manageable and opening the bow is much easier.
The straight bows or longbows are the traditional bows par excellence, as they are made of wood, they are light and very manageable. They are also adapted to both large and small game, although for the former it is best to use a heavy arrow.
The recurve bow is heavier since it has a larger handle than the previous one. Its main advantage is stability, but it is characterized by being precise, manageable and effective. The choice is yours.
It is very important that the hunting equipment is cared for and selected taking into account our capabilities. There are many who prefer to shoot arrows with their fingers, since the traditional method attracts more attention. The truth is that the use of automatic shooters is increasing thanks to the fact that they allow shooting with greater precision and the archer's paradox is avoided.
What kind of arrows choose? The market offers you materials of all kinds, from wood to aluminum, but be careful about the type of bow you are going to use, as not all arrows are suitable depending on the power it has.
We leave the tips and feathers last, which does not mean that they are less important. The tip is a metal part of the arrow located at the anterior end of the shaft and it is thanks to this that the arrow penetrates the prey. Referring to the feathers you should know that they are the stabilizers of the arrows, generally three of which perform this function. They can be natural or plastic and there are even various sizes and shapes.
Each hunter is the one who has to choose the type of hunting that best suits his or her interests, but if you choose archery it is essential to get good equipment. On the other hand, you must not forget that as an archer one of your main objectives is to awaken your instincts... what are you waiting for?
