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Archery in Southeast Louisiana

Help with new Bow

My buddy just gave me his old bow to try out and see if I like it. Its a PSE Polaris Express GameSport. Do you guys think this is a good bow for a beginner? Will it get the job done? Cant find much about it on the internet

Details: 30in draw length, 70 peak weight, 2706 cable tune, 58 string length, 420 min grain arrow
October 27, 2012 at 11:59am
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Posted October 29, 2012 at 7:55am
PSE BOW

I bought that same bow back in 1995 and killed my first deer with it that season. I still hunt with it today, can't decide if it's because it has sentimental value or I just can't justify buying a new one. I find it's not as fast or has as much let off as the new bows out today, but it's quiet. I've probably killed a half dozen deer and a hog with it, great bow for hunting, my .02!!

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Posted October 29, 2012 at 6:54pm
Bow

Cool man, thats good to hear. Hopefully I make a few kills with it myself. Thanks for the response.

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Posted October 30, 2012 at 11:36am
New Bow

The biggest thing with a hand me down bow is the fit. Make sure that your draw length is correct. I am a 27' draw and there is no way I could shoot a 30' bow. As far as 'will it get the job done?'. With a little practice, a good sharp broadhead, and good shot placement, that bow will absolutely kill anything you encounter. Good luck and have fun!

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Posted October 30, 2012 at 12:45pm
draw length

When I measured my draw length it came out to 29.2... You think Im alright with the 30 for the time being? I plan to upgrade if I decide to stay with it.

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Posted October 30, 2012 at 1:14pm
DRAW LENGTH

If yours has the same cams as mine you can adjust the draw length, but not much. If you have a local archery shop or even a good sporting goods shop they can help. Couldn't hurt to have someone inspect it and tune it for you. They can check the string for fraying, set the draw weight and paper tune it. If you change your draw length you may want to look at your arrow length as well. That bow will be a killing machine if it's set up right. Good luck.

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Posted October 30, 2012 at 2:55pm
Draw Length

I dont know if you plan to shoot off the string or use a D-Loop(most people use a loop) but the loop also adds another 1/2' of draw length... 1 1/2' is alot to adjust from 29' to 30.5'. You may get a little string slap on your bow arm so I would suggest an arm guard. Once you get it tuned up and do a little practicing you'll probably be fine with it.

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Posted October 30, 2012 at 6:35pm
Bow

Thanks guys for the help. I dropped off the bow earlier at a pro shop and Im getting it all taken care of. He said it needs a little work but its in fairly good shape. Cant wait to try it out.

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