Best Compound Bow for Women: Key Things To Consider

 

Imagine getting a pair of shoes and realizing afterward they do not fit you at all. Well, that pair would probably end up forgotten and unused. Now, imagine ending up with an unused compound bow in your home. And every time you look at it, it reminds you of the money you have spent in vain. Whether you are a beginner, an amateur, or a professional compound archer, buying the perfect weapon should never be a spur of the moment decision.

While the popularity and the demand for compound bows are increasing, it is only logical that their supply is also growing. In fact, some might argue that compound archery is slowly taking precedence over traditional archery. However, this is still an on-going debate. And who’s to say that one is better than the other? It depends primarily on your personal preferences.

 

Women And Compound Archery

The days of bow-hunting being considered a man’s world are long gone. Women around the globe have developed a passion for this sport. And, nowadays, compound archery has become a passion they can actually pursue, instead of only secretly thinking about it.

Although we are all for gender equality, we can also all agree that there must be a difference between bows for men and women. At least when it comes to weight. In this case, equality should be exercised by allowing women to find a perfect match for them, instead of letting them settle for a design that is primarily meant for young archers, beginners, or even children. A large number of manufacturers have become aware of this increasing need and have decided to upgrade their production.

In light of this fact, there now exists a whole market featuring compound bows made for women. And, even though they might come in a nice color and with certain embellishments which will make it “cute and fashionable”, these weapons are definitely powerful. Hey, if we want to have it all, that’s our right. Nonetheless, when choosing the right weapon for this sport, there are far more important things that women consider. Below are the two most important factors to take into account.

 

The Domination Of The Eye

When practicing this sport, the first thing you should know is how to determine your dominant eye. After you have done that, deciding on the best compound bow for women becomes that much easier. After all, with some effort, you can achieve the same amount of efficiency as both of your hands. But, your dominant eye remains your dominant eye forever.

So, let us learn how to do this. Open both of your eyes, extend your arm and point your index finger at an object approximately 10 feet away. Now, take turns in closing your eyes. If, for example, you close the left eye and your finger remains pointing at the object, that means you are right-eye dominant. In this case, when you close the right one, your finger will point slightly to the right of the object.

Why is this so important? Well, when you have a target in front of you, your brain automatically goes to your dominant eye for important information. Choosing a compound bow that matches that will make you more precise and accurate.

 

The Length Of The Draw

The next step is to determine your draw length so that you can match it to the proper bow. Although this is best done by a professional, if you are confident that you can do it yourself, then you probably can. All you need is a wall, a tape measure and someone to lend you a hand.

Take a stand in front of a wall, with your bow hand extended towards it while making a fist. Now, adjust your distance to the wall until your arm is almost completely extended. Remember not to overextend it – if your elbow joint is jutting outwards, then you are doing it wrong. Now, when you have found the right position, have someone measure the distance between the wall and the corner of your mouth. There you have it, your personal draw length – and you’re one step closer to your perfect compound bow.