naturegirl Report post Posted June 22, 2015 I posted a question awhile back about fine tuning archery-specific muscles & this wasn't mentioned. I'm looking to fine tune archery specific muscles especially the smaller muscles used for archery. Has anyone here used one of these and what do you think? Another thing I really like is I could use it in air conditioning whenever. A total plus. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Edge Report post Posted June 22, 2015 Yeah, Harry Reid has a used one for sale.on Craigslist Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
naturegirl Report post Posted June 22, 2015 Yeah, Harry Reid has a used one for sale.on Craigslist Post a link Tim Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
QhunterAZ Report post Posted June 22, 2015 I have used the bands the bowfit and now the bowtrainer. only the bowtrainter had a ridged i'll call it a riser to hold onto the rest was just a neoprene sponge grip type thing. the real reason I went with the BowTrainer was it can be used from 15lbs all the way to 130lbs in one setup depending on the band combo you grab hold of. I shoot trad so I have never tried to rig it with a release. they work well for what they are and the bands are easier to transport places for some quick draw cycles. I think corner archery sells bands in several different weights for half of what that one goes for. if I was to use the bands again I would get a spare bow handle and run the bands through that, for a more realistic grip and hand control practice. just be sure to never slip, there's a reason they put those foam grips on them for liability. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bwp22 Report post Posted June 22, 2015 Yeah, Harry Reid has a used one for sale.on Craigslist Lol! I would have paid money to watch him get whacked in the eye with a band..... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
naturegirl Report post Posted June 23, 2015 I have used the bands the bowfit and now the bowtrainer. only the bowtrainter had a ridged i'll call it a riser to hold onto the rest was just a neoprene sponge grip type thing. the real reason I went with the BowTrainer was it can be used from 15lbs all the way to 130lbs in one setup depending on the band combo you grab hold of. I shoot trad so I have never tried to rig it with a release. they work well for what they are and the bands are easier to transport places for some quick draw cycles. I think corner archery sells bands in several different weights for half of what that one goes for. if I was to use the bands again I would get a spare bow handle and run the bands through that, for a more realistic grip and hand control practice. just be sure to never slip, there's a reason they put those foam grips on them for liability. I like the fact that it goes from 15-130 lbs. I may just try the BowTrainer instead. Thank you. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Phil Beavers Report post Posted June 23, 2015 The Bowfit got horrible reviews on Amazon. Main complaint is the price. Users complained that its just surgical tubing... 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
4Falls Report post Posted June 28, 2015 This will sound crazy to some. Bring your foam target inside shoot 3-5 yards, concentrating on form and you can strengthen archery muscles at the same time. All in air conditioned comfort. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
naturegirl Report post Posted July 1, 2015 This will sound crazy to some. Bring your foam target inside shoot 3-5 yards, concentrating on form and you can strengthen archery muscles at the same time. All in air conditioned comfort. You are the second person Ive heard do that. It's a good idea. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
4Falls Report post Posted July 1, 2015 Its also a good time to practice shooting from a sitted or kneeling position. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
452b264 Report post Posted July 1, 2015 This will sound crazy to some. Bring your foam target inside shoot 3-5 yards, concentrating on form and you can strengthen archery muscles at the same time. All in air conditioned comfort. I had a room mate a long time ago who was a bow hunter, I bought his old bow from him, and we set up a target at the end of a long hallway inside the house and placed stuffed animals that the love of his life gave him on the target. One day she stopped by to visit him and caught us red handed, it didn't go over well, but it sure was good practice during foul weather. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
QhunterAZ Report post Posted July 1, 2015 Be sure not to miss or you will have an errant arrow through several walls and what ever may be between. And if that happens at an outside wall I suggest spray foam.... Guess how I know about that. The syreach trainers you can use at work to. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dry Fire Archery Report post Posted July 2, 2015 Good evening, I am a newbie bringing to market a new archery training device and I invite you to try it at this years Sunrise Archery Shoot over 4th of July weekend. The other devices on the market have their place but we feel that ours is the best for all occasions. The grip and balance of the Dry Fire Pro feels like a bow in hand, easily attach sights, easily simulate the weight of a loaded bow, and easily adjust the progressive resistance for strength training or to improve shooting basics. The Dry Fire Pro is endorsed by the following archery pro shops: Timber Mesa Outdoors-AZ; Arizona Archery Club-AZ; Corner Archery-AZ; Trailhead Outdoors-AZ; Franklin's Outdoor Sports-NC; and Bowed Up Archery-NC. To view and learn more about the Dry Fire Pro training device and Dry Fire Archery LLC visit Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/pages/Dry-Fire-Archery/1537993009788946?ref=hl or on our webpage at http://dryfirearchery.com. Thanks, Dry Fire Archery Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
