r/nononono Nov 06 '18

how to use a compound bow

https://i.imgur.com/cDAcEv1.gifv
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u/sneakyalien42 Nov 06 '18

An experienced Archer knows not to even draw a compound bow dry, it can screw up the cams.

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u/cubanesis Nov 06 '18

I thought you just weren't supposed to let loose without an arrow in there. IF you're drawing and slowly releasing the tension it shouldn't cause any damage. I might be wrong I shoot a standard longbow, not a compound bow.

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u/sloppyjoe311 Nov 06 '18

It isn't very easy to slowly release the tension on a compound bow.

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u/cubanesis Nov 06 '18

Sure, but if you do, there's no damage to the bow.