On March 5, 2026, in Mexico City, a 22-year-old compound archer did something no one in the history of the sport has ever done. Sebastian Garcia stood at the shooting line during phase three of Mexico’s national selection trials, drew his compound bow 72 times, and put 71 of those arrows into the 10-ring — […]
You’ve got a solid compound bow, decent arrows, and a sharp broadhead or field point on the front end. You’ve been shooting for a while, and things feel okay — but your groups aren’t as tight as they should be. Arrows drift left when they should fly straight. Your broadheads hit a different spot than […]
Good archery form is the foundation of accurate, consistent shooting. Archers with solid fundamentals outperform stronger shooters with sloppy technique every time. This guide breaks down proper recurve bow form into manageable components that build toward instinctive, repeatable shooting. Proper Archery Stance Your stance creates the stable platform from which every shot launches. Stand perpendicular […]
Learn how to tune your compound bow at home with this step-by-step guide covering paper tuning, walk-back tuning, bare-shaft diagnostics, cam timing, and broadhead verification for perfect arrow flight.
Learn how to tune a compound bow with this step-by-step guide covering centershot alignment, paper tuning, walk-back tuning, and broadhead tuning for perfect arrow flight.
Walking into an archery shop for the first time can be overwhelming. Walls of equipment, accessories with unfamiliar names, and enthusiastic salespeople suggesting everything from stabilizers to custom strings. But here’s the truth: beginners need far less gear than most people think. This guide separates the essentials from the nice-to-haves, helping you build a functional […]
A well-maintained recurve bow performs consistently and reliably for decades. Neglected equipment degrades quickly, performs poorly, and can fail at critical moments. These essential maintenance practices protect your investment and keep you shooting safely season after season. Bowstring Care and Maintenance Regular String Waxing Bowstring wax provides crucial protection against fraying, moisture damage, and premature […]
World records fall in Rome, Moldova wins historic European gold, 9,241 students gear up for Kentucky NASP, and more archery news from the week of March 3-9, 2026.
Understanding arrow spine is the single biggest factor in arrow accuracy. Learn how to read a spine chart, match arrows to your draw weight and length, and choose between carbon, aluminum, and hybrid shafts for target shooting or hunting.
Master the 7 core elements of proper archery form — stance, grip, draw, anchor, aim, release, and follow-through — with practical drills to tighten your groups and boost accuracy.